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Rome: The ruins of the Church of San Nicola on the Appian Way become an open-air stage
On Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15, 2025, the ruins of the deconsecrated Church of San Nicola, located within the vast Appian Way Archaeological Park, will once again be transformed into a striking and precious open-air stage thanks to the Roman cultural series “ATTRAVERSAMENTI – The Appian Way between Stone and Vision.” In its second weekend, the festival will host three captivating events for visual arts enthusiasts. Attendees will not only enjoy original, finely crafted performances that stretch into the evening, but will also have the chance to quench their intellectual curiosity through a unique talk with Japanese actor and choreographer Hal Yamanouchi and visual artist Valerio Giacone, on the theme “For the Reason That Will Not Cease to Dream.” In this intimate exchange—what we might today call a “talk”—Yamanouchi will retrace the milestones of his career, speak about his deep spiritual connection with Rome (where he arrived in the 1970s to complete his training as a mime and dancer), and engage with Giacone, whose own spiritual journey has led him to focus intently on contemporary social issues. Giacone will also present his experimental approach to materials, which he uses in both sculpture and painting. The talk is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM, followed by the performance “Mithos – Memory of a Tale” featuring Camillo Marcello Corciaro and Rocio Ines Moreira. This piece, combining acting and dance, aims to celebrate the oral tradition through which epic tales have been passed down—those of the poet-singers and aedi who recounted the deeds of peoples and heroes. The music for the performance is composed by Davide Guglielmi. On Sunday, June 15 at 9:00 PM, the stage will host the dance-theatre piece “The Factory of Timeless Angels,” a co-production by Obliquo – MDA Produzioni Danza, with a script co-written by Gatti and Brancaccio and performed by Lucia Cinquegrana, Elisa Carta Carosi, Paola Saribas, and Mario Brancaccio, under the direction and choreography of Aurelio Gatti. Set in Baroque-era Naples—a time of turmoil and excess in all domains, shaped by a pervasive sense of relativism and fragility—the performance draws inspiration from the phenomenon of the castrati (castrated singers) to explore the theme of redemption through music and vision. Central to the story is the now-aged music master Nicola Antonio Porpora, one of the leading figures of the Neapolitan opera school, whose students included some of the most legendary singers in history—first among them, the king of the castrati, Carlo Broschi, known as Farinelli. “The program,” emphasizes Simone Quilici, architect, Director of the Park, and project creator, “offers live performances and multidisciplinary artistic journeys designed in full harmony with the natural and historical context that hosts them—without altering the site’s appearance, instead encouraging the audience to be enveloped by the relationship between aesthetic experience and the deeper, layered meaning of the place.” To fully appreciate what remains of the ancient Castrum Caetani, upon which the church was later built, audiences will attend performances on a stage set up in the apse, seated within the ruins of the nave on removable chairs. Seating is arranged based on reservations, which can be made at +39 351 907 2781, or by purchasing the park entry ticket on the website www.museiitaliani.it. “We are thrilled to open the Park to experiences like this, which make it vibrant and accessible to all,” Quilici adds, explaining that admission to talks and performances is included in the daily park ticket at the standard price. “With ATTRAVERSAMENTI, we achieve the very integration of landscape, nature, and cultural heritage that defines the mission of the Appian Way Archaeological Park,” he concludes, also recalling the recent inscription of the Via Appia – Regina Viarum on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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Attraversamenti 2025: In Rome, along the Appia Antica until july 6, eleven events merging performing arts and knowledge
The public inauguration takes place this evening at 7:00 PM, with the Director of the Appia Antica Archaeological Park, Simone Quilici, and Artistic Director Aurelio Gatti. Following the enthusiastic response from the public during its debut edition in 2024, “ATTRAVERSAMENTI – The Appian Way between Stone and Vision” returns to open the summer cultural calendar in Rome. This project explores the connection between landscape, art, archaeology, and humanity through performing arts. Promoted by the Appia Antica Archaeological Park in collaboration with Teatri di Pietra, the series will run from May 31 to July 6, featuring eleven events encompassing theatre, music, dance, theology, medical science, art, and economics. These will be held at the Church of San Nicola, once the Castrum Caetani, just steps from the famed Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella. This second edition aligns with the Jubilee Year and the recent inclusion of the Appian Way in the UNESCO World Heritage List, celebrating the “Regina Viarum”. The public inauguration is set for 7:00 PM on Saturday, May 31, with key figures Simone Quilici, Director of the Archaeological Park, and Aurelio Gatti, Artistic Director of the festival. Both have been instrumental in enhancing the site and curating the rich cultural program. Events are included in the standard park entry ticket, designed either as preludes or finales to site visits, with talks at 6:30 PM and performances at 9:00 PM. During the opening event, the stage—set in the apse of the ancient Castrum Caetani, now the Church of San Nicola—will welcome several speakers and artists from the festival lineup. They will share previews of the themes addressed in their talks, performances, and shows. Expected guests include: Valerio Giacone (visual arts) Paolo Trianni (philosophy and theology) Fabio Lorenzi (music) Actress Angiola Baggi, presenting a special preview of the play “Hecuba”, premiering nationally on July 6, directed by Silvio Giordani Lucia Cinquegrana, performing scenes from “The Angel Factory” accompanied by Marco Schiavoni’s music Camillo Ciorciaro, reciting the myths at the core of the narrative Professor Alessandra Porfidia will explain the genesis of an installation created by students from the Rome Academy of Fine Arts. Closing the evening is blind actress Luisa Stagni with her piece “To Listen to That Song Which Sleeps Within Us”. “ATTRAVERSAMENTI embodies the same integration of landscape, nature, and cultural heritage that lies at the core of the Appia Antica Archaeological Park,” explains Simone Quilici, architect and Park Director.“The program presents live performances and multidisciplinary artistic paths designed in harmony with their natural and historical surroundings, without altering them—encouraging the audience to be enveloped by the interplay between aesthetic experience and the deeper, layered meanings of these sites. We are thrilled to open the Park to such experiences that make it vibrant and accessible to all.” “We confirmed the title of the series,” the organizers continue, “not only in reference to the original function of the Regina Viarum as a means of physical connection but because the very act of crossing enhances our reality, becoming experience and knowledge. The program envisions the archaeological park not merely as a magnificent stage to perceive the connection between past and present, but also as a space to reconnect with nature. In the spirit of the 2025 Jubilee, it invites us to become pilgrims, to open ourselves to knowledge through new narratives in performing arts.” Special contributions have been curated by naturopath Maria Clara Amato, featuring: Father Guidalberto Bormolini Economist Gabriele Guzzi Actor and choreographer Hal Yamanouchi, reflecting on spirituality and the uniqueness of life with gratitude and humanity 📍 Location:Appia Antica Archaeological Park – Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella – Church of San NicolaVia Appia Antica 161, 00185 Rome 📞 Info & Schedule: +39 351 9072781 🎟️ Tickets available on: museiitaliani.it €15.00 for performances €8.00 for talks and performances
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Rome Beyond the Walls 1883–1960: Itineraries between agricultural heritage and industrial innovation
Starting from June 7th until October 25th, 2025, Art Sharing Roma ETS launches a program aimed at rediscovering the recent history of Rome through storytelling and exploration of the city’s industrial and natural heritage. The focus is on Rome’s industrialized outskirts—areas that have lost part of their identity and are often seen either as commuter zones or trendy nightlife districts. The original agricultural vocation and early industrial history of these places have largely been erased by overdevelopment. Nevertheless, many areas still retain significant urban, architectural, and natural value—hidden gems waiting to be rediscovered. The program, running from late spring through early autumn, features 12 events in total: 6 conference meetings with scholars, experts, and special guests held at the association’s headquarters (MUN XII), with LIS sign language interpreters available. 6 guided and dramatized walks through various districts. Each tour features licensed guides—specialized in slow, sustainable tourism—and two actors from the company Argillateatri – The Way to the Indies, who will perform excerpts inspired by literature related to the featured neighborhoods. All events are free of charge and open to anyone interested in Rome and its history. The conference venue is accessible at street level with no architectural barriers, while the walks vary in difficulty. Full details for each event can be found at👉 https://artsharingroma.it/roma-1883-1960/including event-by-event information sheets and public transport directions. The website also features: Audio descriptions of each route for visually impaired visitors, narrated by Gianluca Esposito Reading suggestions with direct links to book listings available for loan through the Libraries of Rome network, curated in collaboration with Monteverde Attiva’s Public Reading Lab A printable A3 map of the routes, available for self-guided exploration The project, promoted by Roma Capitale – Department of Culture, is a winner of the Artes et Iubilaeum – 2025 Public Call, funded by the European Union – Next Generation EU, as part of the PNRR (National Recovery and Resilience Plan), measure M1C3 – Investment 4.3 – Caput Mundi, and is carried out in collaboration with SIAE. 🗓 PRACTICAL INFORMATION Rome Beyond the Walls: 1883–1960. Itineraries Between Agricultural Heritage and Industrial InnovationA project by Art Sharing Roma ETS, in collaboration with The Way to the Indies ETS and Monteverde Attiva ETSScientific coordinators: Penelope Filacchione and Maria Rosa Patti Reservations are required for all events:📧 artsharing.roma@gmail.com | 📞/📲 +39 338 9409180 (phone & WhatsApp)Participation is always free 📚 Conference Calendar (Saturdays at 5:30 PM – Via Giulio Tarra 64) June 7: The Immigration of the Brickmakers June 21: The Valley of the Casali September 6: Magliana September 20: The Via Ostiense, from the General Warehouses to San Paolo October 4: Bullicante Lake and the SNIA Viscosa factory October 18: The MandrioneAccessible by buses 31, 33, 44, and 773 – LIS interpreter present 🚶♂️ Guided Walks with Dramatic Readings June 14: The Brickmakers’ Hamlet June 28: The Valley of the Casali and Forte Bravetta September 13: The Tiber Embankment at Magliana – Pian due Torri September 27: River Port to the Basilica of Saint Paul October 11: The Park of Energy (Parco delle Energie) October 25: The MandrioneEach walk includes licensed guides and professional actors from Argillateatri Meeting points and public transport directions are available on the map and website:👉 https://artsharingroma.it/roma-1883-1960/ Communications Manager: Art Sharing RomaPress Office: Andrea Cavazzini – 📧 press@quartapareteroma.it – 📲 +39 329 4131346Social Media Manager: art a part of cult(ure)Graphic Design: Tania RussoWebmaster: Caterina Giannottu, Ideepratiche®Narrator (Audio Descriptions): Gianluca Esposito
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The artist Mauro Russo creates a work dedicated to the Jubilee 2025
A work for the Jubilee 2025. This initiative comes from the artist Mauro Russo Painter and serves as a good omen following Pope Francis’ discharge from the Gemelli Hospital, where he had been hospitalized since last February 14. It is a piece that aims to encapsulate a message of peace and hope, like a treasure chest of symbols and colors that lead to a universal image for believers. The work was executed in tempera on paper, measuring 25×27 cm. The profile of Pope Francis, bowed over his cross, offers his words of unity and brotherhood to the crowd at the foot of the Colosseum. The artist states: “With great enthusiasm, I conceived the idea of creating a piece for the Jubilee 2025. It was also an important opportunity to engage, through this painting, with the great masters of the past and the last century, who never missed the chance to leave their message in such events.” Mauro Russo, exclusively for GP MAGAZINE, ALCE NEWS, and GIUBILEO MAGAZINE, has shared the painting with us, and we are delighted to present this small-format work to our readers. Russo is now well known in elite artistic circles. The master has a deep connection with sacred art. We recall his great Crucifix, an oil painting on wood nearly two meters tall, which he donated to the Church of San Pantaleone in Limbadi, Calabria, his hometown. It is still preserved today in the chapel of the baptismal font.
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Rome: “I bei tempi andati” – Nostalgia for the ’50s, ’60s, ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s at Teatro Le Salette
We live in nostalgic times. We long for the ’90s, the ’80s, even the ’60s, and even the ’50s. They call it “vintage.” We’re all caught up in it. We don’t like our present times. Facebook, Instagram, TikTok—many would gladly do without them just to go back. But did the good old days ever really exist? Harold Pinter passionately explores this question in this play, which rightfully belongs to the “Theatre of the Absurd,” following in the footsteps of Beckett and Ionesco. We miss the past so much that we desperately try to return to it—through plastic surgery, through old VHS tapes, and more. But isn’t it true that what we truly miss is our youth? And when we were young, without everything we have now, were we really happier? This play delves into consumerism, Thatcherism, and ourselves—our regrets, our hopes, and our daily struggles. Is nostalgia a world we should really immerse ourselves in? Did the good old days ever exist, or is it all an illusion? Is it right to move “à rebours,” backward, like a shrimp? Find out in this surreal, absurd, and subtly nuanced performance—but not too much. Enjoy the show! 📅 March 19-23📍 Teatro Le Salette, Vicolo del Campanile 14, Borgo Pio, Rome🎭 Directed by Gianfranco TomeiStarring: Arianna Cigni, Sabrina Tutone, Giancarlo Villani
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Jubilee: The first stop of the “Walks in the protected areas of Lazio” in Itri
The first significant stop of the project “Walking in the Protected Areas of Lazio – Jubilee 2025 Edition” kicks off in Itri. This initiative is promoted by the Regional Department of Environment and Tourism, led by Elena Palazzo, and the Department of Parks, headed by Giancarlo Righini. In collaboration with Cammini d’Italia, the project focuses on slow and sustainable tourism, aiming to showcase the many hidden treasures across Lazio. Throughout 2025, it will involve seven parks, one reserve, and eight historically and culturally significant walking routes. The first event is scheduled for February 22 in the historic village of Itri, where a free guided tour and a tasting of Natura in Campo-branded products have been organized. The regional councilor Elena Palazzo, a resident and former administrator of Itri, will be present at the starting point at 10:00 AM to greet visitors. At the end of the tour, participants will have the chance to learn about Itri’s renowned gastronomic excellence: the olives from which a prized oil is extracted, famous throughout Italy and highly sought after abroad. “A perfect opportunity to immerse oneself in the culture and flavors of the region,” explains Regional Councilor Elena Palazzo. “We are investing heavily in enhancing the natural areas that make Lazio so rich. These places reveal unexplored corners, breathtaking landscapes, and promote the development of slow and sustainable tourism. I am delighted that the project is starting in the southern Pontine area, which has so much to offer in this regard. Through the ‘Walking in the Protected Areas of Lazio’ initiative, we give everyone the opportunity to experience our stunning landscapes up close while also discovering Lazio’s enogastronomic excellence, which speaks volumes about our traditions and history—just like the famous Itri olives. This is the right way to promote our localities and support regional development.” The second event is set for Sunday, February 23, 2025, in the Monti Aurunci Natural Park. The walk will start from the Pornito Refuge in Maranola and lead to the summit of Monte Redentore, offering a spectacular view of the Gulf of Gaeta and the Pontine Islands. This walk will be dedicated to exploring the Cammino di San Filippo Neri. For more details on upcoming stops and to register, visit www.camminiditalia.org
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“Munch. The Inner Cry”: a major exhibition at Palazzo Bonaparte in Rome
From February 18 to June 2, 2025, Palazzo Bonaparte will host a major exhibition dedicated to Edvard Munch, one of the most important modern artists. Curated by Patricia G. Berman, one of the leading experts on Munch, the exhibition will feature 100 works by the artist, including some of his most famous pieces, such as The Scream, The Death of Marat, and Starry Night. The exhibition will focus on Munch’s life and work, exploring his human and artistic journey. Munch is known for his ability to express the deepest emotions of the human soul through his art. His works are often characterized by a sense of anguish and solitude, reflecting his personal experiences. The Palazzo Bonaparte exhibition will be a unique opportunity to get a closer look at Munch’s work and gain a deeper understanding of this great artist. Who Was Edvard Munch? Edvard Munch was a Norwegian painter, born in 1863 and passing away in 1944. He is considered a forerunner of Expressionism and one of the leading figures of Symbolism. His art was deeply influenced by his personal experiences, marked by loss and profound inner turmoil. Munch’s Works Munch’s works are known for their strong emotional impact. His paintings often depict isolated human figures set in unsettling landscapes. His use of color is intense and dramatic, contributing to an atmosphere of anguish and mystery. The Palazzo Bonaparte Exhibition The exhibition at Palazzo Bonaparte will feature a selection of 100 works by Munch, including paintings, lithographs, and prints. The displayed pieces will cover the entire span of the artist’s career, from his early Impressionist-influenced works to his later, more personal Expressionist style. Exhibition Information The exhibition Munch. The Inner Cry will take place at Palazzo Bonaparte, in Piazza Venezia, Rome, from February 18 to June 2, 2025. Tickets are already available for purchase on Ticket.it
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Franco Fontana “Retrospective”: An exhibition celebrating the master of color photography, until august 31 at the Ara Pacis
Until August 31, 2025, the Museo dell’Ara Pacis will host an exhibition dedicated to Franco Fontana, one of the greatest Italian photographers of the 20th century. Curated by Jean-Luc Monterosso, the exhibition will explore Fontana’s entire career, from his early black-and-white works to his most recent color creations. Fontana is renowned for his bold use of color and his ability to transform reality into pure visual poetry. His photographs are characterized by daring compositions, shallow depth of field, and vibrant colors. These elements have established Fontana as a pioneer in the world of photography—an artist who has redefined the photographic language through his unique and personal vision. The exhibition will offer visitors the opportunity to discover Fontana’s artistic evolution, from his early black-and-white landscapes to his famous color photographs of urban landscapes, cars, and shadows. Also on display will be his rare Polaroids and some of his most renowned reportages, such as the one capturing the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana in Rome’s EUR district. The exhibition will be enriched with immersive spaces, special installations, and videos, which, together with a selection of over 200 photographs, will provide the public with a comprehensive retrospective of a photographer who has left an indelible mark on the history of photography and contemporary art. The Curator Jean-Luc Monterosso is a globally recognized curator, art critic, and historian. He was the founder and director of the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris. As one of the foremost experts in contemporary photography, he has been chosen to curate this significant retrospective on Franco Fontana. The Museum The Museo dell’Ara Pacis is one of Rome’s most important museums. It houses the Ara Pacis Augustae, a commemorative monument dedicated to Emperor Augustus. The museum is centrally located in Rome and easily accessible by public transportation. Exhibition Information Title: Franco Fontana. Retrospective Curator: Jean-Luc Monterosso Dates: December 13, 2024 – August 31, 2025 Venue: Museo dell’Ara Pacis, Rome Opening Hours: Daily from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM Tickets: Full price €10, Reduced €8 Info: https://www.arapacis.it/
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Actuality
Rome: Crackdown on illegal hospitality, license suspended for a facility in the Prati district
When officers from the Prati Police Station entered the accommodation facility targeted for inspection, they found unauthorized construction work that had resulted in the creation of a room not included in the cadastral plan, as well as delays in registering guest information, a requirement under public security laws. Based on these violations, the Rome Police Commissioner issued yet another suspension order against a vacation rental located on Via Bazzoni in the Prati district, invoking Article 100 of the Consolidated Law on Public Security. The suspension of hospitality activities will be in effect for five days. Additionally, due to the irregularities in guest registration, a report was filed with judicial authorities. Specifically, two unregistered guests were found staying in the vacation rental. This operation is part of a broader effort to combat illegal practices in the hospitality sector, which the Rome police have been focusing on for months—particularly in anticipation of the upcoming Jubilee. The crackdown extends across the city’s historic center, with a special focus on areas surrounding the Vatican, enhancing safety for the many tourists and pilgrims visiting the capital daily. Since November, a total of 78 license suspension measures have been issued by the Rome Police Commissioner under Article 100 of the TULPS (Consolidated Law on Public Security) against various accommodation facilities found in violation of different regulations.
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Open Paths 2025 – Jubilee Edition
The second edition of Open Paths takes place within the framework of the 2025 Jubilee and will spotlight three of the most captivating spiritual itineraries in the country: The routes and paths of Saint Francis The Lauretani routes and paths The path of Saint Benedict The event will be held on the weekend of May 10–11, 2025, offering a unique opportunity to promote slow tourism and showcase the cultural and spiritual heritage linked to Italy’s great pilgrimage routes. The first major presentation of the event will take place at BIT Milan, with a dedicated meeting scheduled for Sunday, February 9, at the Umbria Region stand. Umbria is leading this project, which also involves the regions of Lazio, Tuscany, Marche, and Emilia-Romagna. Through a targeted communication strategy and media outreach, AT Comunicazione will ensure maximum visibility for the initiative, engaging journalists, influencers, and key stakeholders from the tourism and cultural sectors. Open Paths 2025 – Jubilee Edition will feature a rich program of events, meetings, and activities along the selected routes, allowing participants to rediscover the charm of an authentic and revitalizing travel experience. “We are honored to be working on this important event, which enhances the heritage of Italy’s pilgrimage routes and supports slow tourism, especially in this Jubilee year. It’s a unique opportunity to introduce a wider audience to itineraries of great historical, cultural, and spiritual significance,” said Alessandra Agostini and Claudia Torresani, founders of AT Comunicazione. Open Paths is an initiative funded by the Development and Cohesion Fund, as part of the Ministry of Culture’s Development and Cohesion Plan, within the project The Religious Paths of Saint Francis, Saint Benedict, and Saint Scholastica – Cross-cutting Actions. https://www.italia.it/it/italia/cosa-fare/spiritualita/cammini-religiosi
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