Events 2004
January |
Sun 11, 6.30pm |
Thu 15, 6.30pm |
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Mon 19, 6.30pm |
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30, 31 January |
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February |
Tue 3 FEBRUARY-Sun 28 MARCH |
Fri 6, 6PM |
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Thu 12, 7PM |
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FRI 13, 8PM |
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SUN 15, 7.30 PM
ADRIANO A rare opportunity to see a play devised by the Laboratorio Teatro Settimo, the avant-garde theatre company based in Turin now part of the Teatro Stabile. The play is dedicated to Adriano Olivetti, who created a workshop at the beginning of the 20th Century, which became a multinational company. Directed by Gabriele Vacis, with Laura Curino, Mariella Fabbris and Lucilla Giagnoni. Concessions for our members. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: Gate Theatre, 11 Pembridge Road London W11 - Info: 020 7679 7784 or e.palandri@ucl.ac.uk - Box office: 020 7229 0706 |
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FEBRUARY - APRIL Organised by the Cambridge University Italian Society, a series of encounters with leading figures of the Italian press and cultural scene.Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute |
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March |
Thu 14, 7pm Cloti Ricciardi For the first time in London the artist's glassworks on display Cloti Ricciardi has played an active role in the most dynamic and significant area of Italian artistic research. Initially interested in surface and painting, she quickly began experimenting with construction and articulation of structures in space, using various materials, including water, wind, glass and air. Open to the public: Monday to Friday 10am - 5pm. Until 26 March VENUE: ICI |
Tue 9, 6.30 pm
ARCHITECTURE AND GENDER Monica Bonvicini, known for exploration of living environs and defining qualities of space - in London with her installation "Don't Miss a Sec" at the entrance of Tate Britain - and Katherine Clarke, artist and funding partner of the architectural firm muf, are joined by Stefano Boeri, editor of design and architecture magazine "Domus", to talk about varius ways in which artists can explore art history, gender and architecture. Concessions of our memebers. In collaboration with Tate Gallery and Broadway Projects - Box Office: 020 7887 8888 VENUE: ICI |
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Fri 12 - Thu 24 PIER PAOLO PASOLINI RETROSPETIVE Paolo Pasolini was a poet, a painter and a novelist, but he will be always remembered for his films. Cinema, in his words, is' a non-conventional and non-symbolic language' that expresses reality through reality itself. A retrospective to celebrate a great Italian master of cinematography, in London and on tour throughout the country In collaboration with Institut Francais, Associazione 'Fondo Pier Paolo Pasolini', Cinecitta' Holding, the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Italian Ministry of Cultural Heritage, the Italian Cultural Institute in Edinburgh, the Italian Consulate in Manchester and S.E.C.L. Italian Section at the University of Kent. Concessions for our members. Box office: 020 70731350 VENUE: Cine Lumiere, 17 Queensberry Place, London SW7 |
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Mon 22, 7 pm ITALIA FANTASTICA - VINCENZO RUGGIERO MEETS MINETTE WALTERS Vincenzo Ruggiero, professor of Sociology at the University of Middlesex in London, whose 'Crime In Literature, Sociology Of Deviance And Fiction' was recently published by Verso, meets award-winning, bestselling, chart topping crime fiction author Minette Walters whose latest book is 'Disordered Minds' (Macmillan) VENUE: ICI |
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Sat 27 March - Sun 9 May THE IMPRINT OF DRAWING Giuseppe Penone, one of the most significant representatives of Arte Povera, presents a selection of drawings and sketches made between 1968 and 2002. Penone's drawings magnify delicate sensory surfaces of the skin to landscapelike proportions, reflecting upon the bodies' relationship to physical space. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute Open to the public: Tuesday to Saturday 10am- 5pm, Sunday 11am - 5pm VENUE: Milton Keynes Gallery, 900 Midsummer Boulevard, Central Milton Keynes MK9 |
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April |
MON 5, 7pm TUE 6, 7pm Mario Merz Homage to the leading member of Arte Povera who passed away recently. One of the greatest and most famous contemporary artists, Merz is best-known for his igloos and neon lights, as well as his obsession with the mathematical Fibonacci sequence. His influence can be seen in the works of several British artists, such as Tacita Dean, and has been viewed by some as a precursor to the Brit Art movement led by such artists as Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin A rare opportunity to view his installations and pieces from private collections. Curated by Blu Bramante. VENUES: ICI (5th April) and WESTLONDONPROJECTS (6th April), 2 Shorrolds Road London SW6 7TP - Tel:0207 386 8301 |
Fri 2- Thu 8 Children Cheering Carpet The sensational theatre company Teatro di Piazza o d'Occasione presents the English premiere of a theatre workshop on Japanese gardens, with the use of digital technology which creates a highly visual performance. For all ages. For further information www.lyric.co.uk or email enquiries@lyric.co.uk. Concessions for our members. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: Lyric Theatre Hammersmith, King Street, London W6 - Box office: 020 87410824 |
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Thu 8, 7pm DIALOGO Corrado Canonici, double bass Caroline Balding, violin Two contemporary music performers present an exciting concert featuring the UK premiere of a solo bass work by Ennio Morricone, a rare piece by Luciano Berio, new compositions by Ian Moore and Christopher Fox, plus works by Bruno Maderna, Virgilio Mortari, Martin Butler and Giacinto Scelsi VENUE: ICI |
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15-30 April OMAGGIO: A CELEBRATION OF LUCIANO BERIO A series of concerts and talks in memory of the most daring and appealing composer of contemporary music Luciano Berio (1925-2003) was part of the extraordinary generation of European composers who burst onto the music scene after World War II To coincide with this season, the Berio Lounge is open to the public at the Royal Festival Hall from mid March to May: a music classroom for the future, which becomes a place for cultural exchange For details of events and Festival brochure www.sbc.org.uk The Italian Cultural Institute is the chief sponsor of the Festival Wed 14, 7pm A reception to honour the musical heritage of Luciano Berio. Guest of honour Thalia Pecker Berio, the widow of the late composer By invitation only VENUE: ICI __________________________________ Wed 15, 7.45 pm BERIO: VOCI London Sinfonietta The opening concert is performed by the London Sinfonietta, long-time collaborators with Luciano Berio VENUE: Queen Elizabeth Hall, South Bank Centre, London SE1 ___________________________________ Thu 22, 7pm BERIO: FAMILY ALBUM Sarah Leonard voice, Sarah Nicolls piano, The Italian Cultural Institute hosts a special event which celebrates Berio's musical roots 4 Liriche di Antonio Machado; Luigi Dallapiccola Family Album: Suite, Luciano Berio Sequenza III for solo soprano, Luciano Berio; Quaderno musicale di Annalibera, Luigi Dallapiccola. Family Album: Canzone Ernesto Berio, 4 Canzoni Popolari Luciano Berio Admission free, booking required Please book through the Royal Festival Hall Box Office on 020 7960 4242 VENUE: ICI ___________________________________________ Sat 24, 5.30 pm BERIO: THE LATER SEQUENZAS Teodoro Anzellotti accordion Francesco d'Orazio, violin Gabriele Cassone, trumpet Six of Berio's later 'Sequenzas' are played by musicians chosen by Berio, all of whom have worked closely with him VENUE: Purcel Room, South Bank Center,London SE1 ____________________________________________ Mon 26, 7.3 pm BERIO: ENCORES Andrea Lucchesini, piano Lucchesini, who worked closely with Berio for several years, performs here works by Scarlatti and Berio VENUE: Duke's Hall, Royal Accademy of Music, Marylebone Road, London NW1 _____________________________________________ Tue 27, 7.30pm BERIO: SINFONIA BBC Symphony Orchestra Andrea Lucchesini, piano The concert includes 'Ekphrasis' (Continuo II), described by Berio as 'a musical metaphor for architecture', 'Sinfonia', which includes a tribute to Martin Luther King, and the 'Piano Sonata' VENUE: Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Cente London SE1 |
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Fri 16 April - Fri 7 May XI ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL The Italian Film Festival presents the best of contemporary Italian cinema, plus a Retrospective of films by Ermanno Olmi, special guest of the Festival Event realized in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute in Edinburghwith the support of Cinecitta' Holding, Italia Cinema, Cineteca Nazionale, the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Italian Ministry of Cultural Heritage, the Italian Consulate in Manchester and the Italian Bookshop For further information www.riversidestudios.co.uk Box office: 020 8237 1111 VENUE: Riverside studio Cinema,Crisp Road, Hammersmith London W6 |
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Wed 28 April - Sun 13 June SOL LE WITT AND MIMMO PALADINO An extraordinary experiment: on the occasion of this London exhibition a great American master and a renowned representative of the Transavanguardia display their 24 new gouaches commissioned recently by the Valentina Bonomo Gallery in Rome Curated by Valentina Bonomo and Bruno Cora' Open to the public: Wednesday to Saturday 11.00 - 18.00, Sunday 12.00 - 17.00 Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: Estorick Collection,39a Canonbury Square,London N1 |
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May |
Thu 13 - Sun 16 TRAGEDIA ENDOGONIDIA, XI EPISODE LIFT (London International Festival of Theatre) presents the ambitious latest work by the acclaimed Italian theatre company Soc"etas Raffaello Sanzio. The performance will give a framework to a visceral and visual experience -a tableau of physical imagery, sound, photography and textual media. Directed by Romeo Castellucci. Accompanied by a film cycle and a Travel Diary Concessions for our members For further information 020 8469 9500 or www.liftfest.org Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: Laban Centre, Creekside, London SE8 |
Tue 18 - Wed 19 THE BIRMINGHAM -WARWICK RESEARCH SEMINARS IN ITALIAN STUDIES Conferences with Prof. Adriana Cavarero on her book 'Stately Bodies: Literature, Philosophy and the Question of Gender' (University of Michigan Press) Tuesday from 5.45pm and Wednesday 9am -7pm For further information contact Heather Jones on 024 7652 2582 or email h.a.jones@warwick.ac.uk Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 |
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Thu 27, from 4pm ITALIA PANTA FANTASTICA A very special event to mark the end of our series of encounters between British and Italian writers, featuring also the presentation of the issue of the literary review Panta (published by Bompiani) curated by Mario Fortunato and Enrico Palandri. In collaboration with the Italian Bookshop and PEN England, an afternoon of readings and reminiscences of the past four glorious years. From the prestigious Hay Literary Festival, Alessandro Baricco will read from his novel 'Without Blood', recently published by Canongate Books VENUE: ICI |
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until Sun 13 June SOL LE WITT AND MIMMO PALADINO An extraordinary experiment: on the occasion of this London exhibition a great American master and a renowned representative of the Transavanguardia display their 24 new gouaches commissioned recently by the Valentina Bonomo Gallery in Rome Curated by Valentina Bonomo and Bruno Cora' Open to the public: Wednesday to Saturday 11.00 - 18.00, Sunday 12.00 - 17.00 Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: Estorick Collection,39a Canonbury Square,London N1 |
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June |
JUNE WED 16, 12.30PM LA BIENNALE DI VENEZIA: PRESS CONFERENCE The official presentation of the 9th International Architecture Exhibition in Venice, this year dedicated to the theme of Metamorphosis, by the exhibition's Director Kurt W. Forster, in the presence of the President of the Biennale Davide Croff. Emily Campbell, Commissioner for the British Pavillion, will present the British entry at the exhibition with the curator Professor Peter Cook.Please note: this event is reserved for accredited press. For accreditation, please contact the relevant PR offices as listed below.Pr Office London - Italian Cultural Institute: 020 7396 4402 Pr Office London - Brunswick Arts: 020 7936 1291 Pr Office London - British Council: 020 7389 3043 Pr Office Venice: 0039 041 5218846/716 VENUE: ICI |
THU 24, 7PM ARMANDO TESTA An exhibition by one of the key figures in a generation of artists who created a unique point of contact in Italy between avant-garde and popular culture in the '50s and '60s. Among the forerunners of Pop Art and a contemporary of Andy Warhol, Testa is considered the first of the Italian 'Commercial Artists' who made a name for himself many years before the advent of mass artistic production in fashion and design. Curated by Acacia e Blu Bramante. Open to the public: Monday to Friday 10am - 5pm. Until 23 July. VENUE: ICI |
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MON 28-TUE 29 FROM FIN-DE-SIECLE TO FASCISM: MUSIC IN ITALIAN CULTURE 1900-1950 International conference on Italian music of the 20th century, with Prof. Pierluigi Pietrobelli, one of the most distinguished musicologist of his generation, with a truly international reputation. The conference will be followed by a piano concert by Sandro Ivo Bartoli and Robert Keeley. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: St John's College, Oxford OX1 T. 01865 288 318 |
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July |
THU 1, 1PM LUNCHTIME CONCERTO Elenlucia Pappalardo, a young Italian pianist who has distinguished herself in the last few years and has won several significant prizes, will play pieces by Beethoven, Chopin, Debussy, Sciarrino and Aprea. VENUE: ICI |
SAT 3, 9.30AM - 4.00PM INSET DAY FOR TEACHERS OF ITALIAN A seminar for teachers, organized by A.L.L. Italian Committee with the support of the Italian Cultural Institute. For information and enrolment, please contact: Sharon Mangion smcmangion@yahoo.co.uk VENUE: ICI |
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MON 12 - THU 15 INTERNATIONAL MEDIEVAL CONGRESS 2004 Conference of scholars of medieval history and music, followed by a concert by Ensemble Alta Musica, who will perform musical pieces on texts by Francesco Petrarca, to celebrate the the poet's 700th anniversary. The congress has established itself as the largest annual conference of its kind in Europe, with an attendance of over 1300 medievalists from all over the world. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: Institute for Medieval Studies, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 T 0113 343 3614 |
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SAT 24, 4PM - 5PM CRIME IN TRANSLATIONS: CARLO LUCARELLI MEETS PETROS MARKARIS AND AMALDUR INDRIDASON The Harrogate Crime Writing Festival and The Harvill Press welcomes well-known Italian writer Carlo Lucarelli meeting Petros Markaris and Arnaldur Indridason within this year's Crime in Translation Panel Speaking in Tones. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute. VENUE: The Majestic Hotel, Ripon Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG1 T 01423 537 230 |
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WED 28, 7PM FABULOUSLY FELLINI To celebrate the major retrospective on Federico Fellini at the National Film Theatre, an exhibition of photographs from the sets of some of his most famous films, accompanied by the costumes, used by the main stars of the time, including the celebrated black dress worn by Anita Ekberg in La dolce vita. Project realised with Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia in Rome in collaboration with MAT. Special thanks to Blu Bramante, Farani Sartorie Teatrali di Luigi Piccolo and GP 11 Sartorie Teatrali. With the generous support of Bonaveri Artistic Mannequins.Refreshments kindly offered by Nifeislife.com - The finest Italian deli products delivered next day to your doorstep.Open to the public: Monday to Friday 10am - 5pm. Until 18 September VENUE: ICI |
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THU 29 FEDERICO FELLINI RETROSPECTIVE This complete retrospective, celebrating the work of the legendary Italian film-maker includes extended runs of I Vitelloni, 8 1/2 and Amarcord in brand new print, as well as a range of special events. Presented by the British Film Institute and Cinecitta' Holding, with the support of the Italian Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia. Event realised in partnership with the Italian Cultural Institute. VENUE: National Film Theatre, South Bank, London SE1 Concessions for our members For more information on the season visit www.bfi.org.uk/fellini Box Office: 020 7928 3232 UNTIL 30 SEPTEMBER |
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August |
THE LAST VICTORY The first screening of the film about the passionate struggle of a small Italian community in Siena to win the town's annual event: Il Palio. VENUE: Curzon Mayfair, Odeon Wardour Street, Everyman Hampstead, Arts Picturehouse Cambridge and other cinemas across the country. For information about release dates and screenings, please email: tom@metrodomegroup.com |
PANE E TULIPANI by Silvio Soldini EUGENIO by Francisco Fernandez We are delighted to promote the release of these two Italian films in the UK, with special guests such as Giancarlo Giannini, Giuliana De Sio and Licia Maglietta. In collaboration with MatCine. For information about release dates and screenings, please visit www.matcine.com |
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September |
FRI 10 - SAT 11 VALUE AND VISIBILITY: POETIC TRANSLATIONS ACROSS ITALY AND UK IN THE 20th CENTURY Conference on literary translation with the participation of keynote speakers, such as George Steiner (Churchill College, University of Cambridge, UK), Lawrence Venuti (Temple University, USA), Pier Vincenzo Mengaldo (University of Padua, Italy), Michael Schmidt (Carcanet Press; PN Review; Manchester Metropolitan University, UK), Anna Dolfi (University of Florence, Italy), Jeffrey Wainwright (Manchester Metropolitan University, UK), Carla Locatelli (University of Trento, Italy). Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: Institute of Romance Studies, School of Advanced Study, University of London, Malet Street, London WC1E For details: d.caselli@salford.ac.uk and d.lapenna@rdg.ac.uk |
THU 16, 6.30PM VIAGGIO IN ITALIA The accomplished Italian pianist Laura Giordano will perform, in the first part of the concert, Liszt's Soirees musicales and Anni di pellegrinaggio in Italy; in the second part she will play pieces by Sgambati, Martucci, Respighi and Malipiero. VENUE: ICI |
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SAT 18 - SUN 28 NOVEMBER LIVERPOOL BIENNIAL PAOLO CANEVARI & FRANCESCO JODICE Within the ten-week Liverpool Biennial, one of the UK's most significant visual art festival, two major Italian contemporary artists will present their new pieces of work. Paolo Canevari's creations are often made from rubber and used tires, exploring the impermanence of art. Francesco Jodice's major theme is urban identity, dealing with photography and film. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: Variuos venues among Liverpool, including the TATE LIVERPOOL, the BLUECOAT ARTS CENTRE and the FOUNDATION FOR CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY. For further info visit: www.biennial.org.uk T 0151 7090 7444 |
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SAT 18 10am - 5pm OPEN HOUSE LONDON The Italian Cultural Insitute once again takes part in this event celebrating the most beatiful historical buildings in London, granting free access to visitors. VENUE: ICI |
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MON 20 PREMIO FLORIO 2004 The award for the best translation into English of a recent Italian book will be announced during the Sebald Lecture 2004 (Royal Festival Hall), held by writer Carlos Fuentes. The Sebald Conference (London 19 - 20 September) is organized by the British Centre for Literary Translation with the support of several cultural institutions. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Centre, London SE1 For details on the Sebald Lecture: www.rfh.org.uk T 0870 401 8181 |
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THU 23, 6.30PM DOMUS On the occasion of the architecture and design fair 100% Design in London, presentation of one of the most renowned design and architecture magazines, founded by Gio Ponti. Guest speakers Stefano Boeri, chief editor of Domus and architect Vico Magistretti will discuss the issue of the value through time of design products. The visitors will also be able to view an exhibition of the past issues of Domus from the 1950s to the 1990s. VENUE: ICI |
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MON 27 EUROPEAN AWARDS FOR LANGUAGES 2004 A special open day devoted to language teaching. The EAL is a Europe-wide initiative supported by the European Commission and organized by CILT in UK with the support of European Embassies and cultural institutions. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute. VENUE: Foreign Commonwealth Office - Durbar Court, King Charles Street, London SW1. For details: CILT www.cilt.org.uk T 020 7379 5101 |
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TUE 28, 6.30PM PAOLA CAPRIOLO MEETS MARGARET DRABBLE Paola Capriolo is a journalist for the cultural pages of Corriere della Sera, as well as a writer. Her works are well-known in Italy, Germany and England. Her novel, Il Nocchiero, has won the 1990 Rapallo Prize. Her latest novel translated in English is Man of Character (Serpent's Tail). Margaret Drabble, novelist and critic, has published many articles and written fourteen novels. She has won several prizes for her works. Her latest novel is The Seven Sisters (Harvest Books). VENUE: ICI |
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FRI 24 SEP, 6.30PM THU 14 OCT, 6.30PM SHORTS@LABAN.IT For the fourth consecutive year the Italian Cultural Institute presents a programme of short films. This edition will be dedicated to dance and performance arts videos and will focus on the activity of the Italian dance group Kinkaleri, notorious for their original combination of various aspects of performance arts. This double date will take place in one of the leading dance spaces in London, with screenings, talks and a subsequent performance by Kinkaleri in 2005. In collaboration with Laban Theatre and TTV/Expanded Theatre in Riccione. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: Laban Theatre, Creekside, London SE8 T 020 8691 8600 |
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STARTING IN OCTOBER THE OPERA PROJECT The Opera Project is a London-based organisation of young adults in their 20s and 30s dedicated to building a new audience for the enjoyment of opera. The project will be launching with a schedule of educational and social events, that revolve around the enjoyment of opera and the desire to learn more about it. Lectures, evening events, discounts on tickets, organised group trips, backstage tours are some of the things organised. For updated event listings, please visit www.theoperaproject.com or contact info@theoperaproject.com VENUE: ICI |
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UNTIL 20 MAR 2005
WOVEN SPLENDOUR - ITALIAN TEXTILES FROM THE MEDICI TO THE MODERN AGE The exhibition shows a selection of fabulous textiles and fabrics from the Museo del Tessuto in Prato, celebrating the history and culture of Italy, through the country's unique textile heritage. For information visit www.moda.mdx.ac.uk or call T 020 8411 5244Catalogue available to see and order on http://www.mupress.co.uk/books/view_book.asp?BookID=68&CatID=1 VENUE: MODA-MUSEUM OF DOMESTIC DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE, MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY, CAT HILL, BARNET, HERTFORDSHIRE, EN4 8HT |
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UNTIL SUN 19 DEC STILL LIFE IN 20th CENTURY ITALY The exhibition follows the fortunes of the genre in works by Morandi, Balla, Carra`, Casorati, de Chirico, de Pisis, Rosai, Pannaggi, Pirandello, Severini and other great Italian painters. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute and the Italian Embassy. For further information, please visit : www.estorickcollection.com VENUE: ESTORICK COLLECTION |
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FRI 1 OCT - SUN 10 OCT 12th RAINDANCE FILM FESTIVAL Raindance showcases documentaries, feature and short films by independent filmmakers from around the world, focusing on works by first-time directors. Special events, seminars, workshops and parties occur throughout the festival. Film directors Ricky Tognazzi and Simona Izzo will be present at the screening of Io No on 7th October. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute For more information on the season visit www.raindance.co.uk Box Office: 0871 200 2000 Concessions for our members. VENUE: UGC SHAFTESBURY AVENUE |
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THU 14 OCT, 7.30PM SHORTS@LABAN.IT Second part of the short film programme dedicated to dance. A post-show discussion will take place following the showing led by Cristina Rizzo from the renowned Italian dance group Kinkaleri, with Joe Kelleher from Roehampton University and Susan Sentler from Laban. In collaboration with Laban and TTV/Expanded Theatre in Riccione. For more info please visit www.laban.org Box Office: 020 8469 9500 Tickets: £8/£6 Concessions for our members. VENUE: LABAN, CREEKSIDE, LONDON SE8 |
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SUN 17 OCT, 2PM QUADERNI ANTONIO RATTI Presentation of the Book Collection of the foundation Antonio Ratti in Como, which highlights the core of the art collection itself. Artist Jimmy Durham in conversation with art critic Hans Ulrich Obrist.For further information: www.whitechapel.orgEvent supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: WHITECHAPEL ART GALLERY, 80-82 WHITECHAPEL HIGH STREET, LONDON E1 |
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WED 20 OCT - THU 4 NOV 48th LONDON FILM FESTIVAL New Italian films presented by directors and actors in the European strand of the established London film season, in collaboration with AIP-Filmitalia. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute. For more information, dates and venues of screenings of the Italian productions at LFF, Programme details and venues will be available on www.lff.org.uk |
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SAT 23 OCT, 7pm PIA DE' TOLOMEI BY GAETANO DONIZETTI The London Philharmonic Orchestra has teamed up with Opera Rara for a bel canto operatic discovery: Donizetti's Pia de' Tolomei, an opera about jealous love, wrong choices, intrigue, and ultimately, tragic death. An all-star cast including bel canto master Bruce Ford and Majella Cullagh bring this rare gem to life in the first reliable performing edition of the opera since it was composed. Marketing support offered by the Italian Cultural Institute. Special offer for our Members: best available seats at £12 (tickets usually £35 - £6). Quote 'Italian Cultural Institute' when booking. Box office: 020 7840 4242 or 08700 60 60 10 For further information please visit www.lpo.org.uk VENUE: ROYAL FESTIVAL HALL, BELVEDERE ROAD, LONDON SE1 |
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TUE 26 OCT, 6.30PM PIRRO CUNIBERTI An anthology of drawings and paintings by the Bolognese artist. The exhibition illustrates the artistic evolution of Cuniberti from 1948 to 2003, from his fantastic imaginary world populated by dogs, salesmen, angels, earthworms, and abbesses, to a more abstract and experimental representation of the world based on signs and symbols and the use of mixed and innovative materials. Curators: Claudio Cerritelli and Dario Trento With the support of Comune di Bologna, Cultura Italiana - Italian School for Foreigners, Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio in Bologna, GAM di Bologna, Provincia di Bologna, Regione Emilia Romagna and Centergross. VENUE: ICI |
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THU 4 NOV - SUN 28 NOV FROM NOWHERE TO SOMEWHERE WITHOUT RETURN Several artists have been invited to suggest their own interpretation of the concept of "open and lost"of empty and unknown places. With the participation of Italian artists Gaia Alessi and Italo Zuffi.Curated by Irene Amore. With the support of Arts Council England, IASPIS, Alitalia. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute VENUE: COLEMAN PROJECT SPACE, 94 WEBSTER ROAD, LONDON SE16 |
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THU 11 NOV, 1PM LUNCHTIME CONCERTO Marco Fatichenti (piano) has performed with several important orchestras and as a soloist in the USA, Spain, Italy, France. He will play pieces by Brahms, Chopin, Debussy. VENUE: ICI |
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MON 15 NOV, 7.30PM ENRICO PIERANUNZI | LONDON JAZZ FESTIVAL This year the Italian guest at the London Jazz Festival is a pianist and composer who has collaborated with jazz luminaries such as Chet Baker and Lee Koonitz. We are pleased to welcome Enrico Pieranunzi for the first time in London. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute. For more information call 020 7921 0600 or visit www.rfh.org.uk Box office: 0870 401 8181 VENUE: PURCELL ROOM, ROYAL FESTIVAL HALL, SOUTH BANK CENTRE, LONDON SE1 |
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THU 18 NOV, 6.30PM EMILIA ROMAGNA TERRA DI MOTORI - EXCELLENCE IN MECHANICS Design and sport in the home region of Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini, Ducati, Minardi: a talk with the President and Managing Director of Ducati Motor Holding, Federico Minoli, the Creative Director David Gross, and World Superbike Champion James Toseland. Plus a mini show of Ducati motorcycles in Belgrave Square. In collaboration with Ducati and APT Regione Emilia Romagna. VENUE: ICI |
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TUE 23 NOV, 6.30PM - 8.30PM LECONFIELD LECTURE MELO AND DRAMA Dr Richard Dyer, Lecturer at Warwick University and renowned expert on Italian film making talks about Luchino Visconti's films and the music by Nino Rota. Event organised by the British Italian Society and supported by the Italian Cultural Institute. For information and booking contact Jo Thomas on jo.t@british-italian.org or call: 020 7924 6883 VENUE: ICI |
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FRI 26 NOV - SAT 27NOV THE SECOND ITALIAN REPUBLIC TEN YEARS ON: PROSPECT AND RETROSPECT The Association for the Study of Modern Italy (ASMI) is dedicating its annual conference to an assessment of the first decade of the so-called 'Second Italian Republic'. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute. For information contact Simon Parker on sp19@york.ac.uk VENUE: ICI |
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FRI 26 NOV - SUN 28 NOV HUDDERSFIELD CONTEMPORARY MUSIC FESTIVAL Contemporary music festival featuring the UK debut of An Index of Metals by composer Fausto Romitelli and filmmaker Paolo Pacchini - a piece which draws on the latest technology in combination with video and multimedia presentations, and the ensemble Alter Ego performing works by the internationally celebrated composer Salvatore Sciarrino, re- mixed live by DJ Scanner. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute For full details about tickets and venues please view www.hcmf.co.uk, call 01484 425082/472103 or email info@hcmf.co.uk |
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December |
FRI 3 DEC - SUN 27 FEB 2005 FACES IN THE CROWD: THE MODERN FIGURE AND AVANT-GARDE REALISM Inspired by Ezra Pound's poem, this exhibition, co-organised with Castello di Rivoli Museo d'Arte Contemporanea of Turin, gives a powerful evocation of stillness through the faces of individuals immerged in the crowds of the modern metropolis. Italian Avant-garde Realism will be presented in the exhibition through the works of Umberto Boccioni, Carlo Carra, Mario Giacomelli, Tina Modotti and Michelangelo Pistoletto. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute. 50% off £40 Whitechapel Membership for Italian Institute Members for the duration of the exhibition. For info www.whitechapel.org or T 020 7522 7888/7878 VENUE: WHITECHAPEL ART GALLERY, 80-82 WHITECHAPEL HIGH STREET, London |
THU 9 DEC, 1PM LUNCHTIME CONCERTO Francesco Parrino (violin) and Stefano Parrino (flute) will perform music by Mercadante, Telemann, Berio, Donatoni, Ysaye, Mozart and Rossini. VENUE: ICI |
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MON 13 DEC, 7.00PM ARTE POVERA BY ROBERT LUMLEY Presentation of the latest book by Robert Lumley (UCL): a conversation with artist Jannis Kounellis and Suzanne Cotter about the Arte Povera movement in Italy and Britain VENUE: ICI |
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THU 15 DEC - SUN 6 MAR 2005 JANNIS KOUNELLIS 20 years after his first solo exhibition in Britain and following the great success of the exhibition Arte Povera at Tate Modern, Kounellis presents his latest works. Event supported by the Italian Cultural Institute. VENUE: MODERN ART OXFORD, 30 PEMBROKE STREET, OXFORD OX1 |