Contemporary Art Day Online TV series “Contemporary Italy”
On occasion of the initiative Italian Contemporary Art Day 2021, a celebration of Italian contemporary art supported by AMACI (Association of Italian Contemporary Art Museum), we are re-proposing the series “Contemporary Italy” produced by MAECI and previously broadcasted on the channel Sky Arte Italia. The series comprises 4 episodes, 20 minutes each: Metropolis, Open Air, […]
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“Fables from the Dictatorship”: a homage to Leonardo Sciascia
A unique event presenting the re-reading of the work by the Sicilian writer. Event in English. In the context of the celebrations for the centenary from the birth of Leonardo Sciascia, anti-fascist Italian writer, essayist and playwright, the Italian Institute of Culture hosts the launch of the English translation of his volume “Favole della dittatura”, published […]
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Homemade Italian pizza with chef Alessandro Capozzi – Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World
Alessandro Capozzi, Executive Pizza Chef of successful chain PressUp and winner of the contest “Pizza DOC in the World – Best Italian pizza chef abroad”, will reveal his secrets to produce a perfect homemade pizza right in our kitchens. The video will be available on on the 25th November at 6pm on the YouTube Channel […]
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“Lunedì al Cinema” – “Volevo nascondermi”
Screening of the movie “Volevo nascondermi” (2020) in Italian language with English subtitles. “Volevo nascondermi” is a 2020 movie directed by Giorgio Diritti. It tells the story of the painter Antonio Ligabue, with flashbacks showing glimpses of his childhood and his Swiss-Italian origins. Little Antonio is entrusted to adoptive parents, he immediately begins to have psychophysical disorders, […]
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The restaurants of the sixth edition of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World
Throughout the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, some of the most prestigious italian restaurants in Ireland will offer one of the typical Italian dishes presented in the video game “ITALY. Land of Wonders“. This initiative will encourage you to discover firsthand the best Italian specialties in the following restaurants or by getting selected […]
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5 recipes in 5 days – Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World
Five of the best Italian chefs in Ireland present five original video recipes recorded in their restaurant. The chefs behind some of Ireland’s favourite Italian recipes will share some of their secrets and let us take a glimpse of their life working in an Italian kitchen. The videos, recorded in English, will be uploaded to […]
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Concert-lecture with Benjamin Dwyer and Dario Macaluso
Lunchtime meeting with Benjamin Dwyer and Dario Macaluso. Talk and performance of Dwyer’s Five Sicilian Preludes for guitar. In the context of the celebration of the centenary from the birth of Sicilian Writer Leonardo Sciascia, The Italian Institute is bringing the original music for guitar “Five Sicilian Preludes” by Benjamin Dwyer to the Conservatoire of the […]
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Slowfood, food and wine tours in Italy – Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World
A journey of discovery of genuine products and excellent cooking in 5 videos showing the life and wonders inside Italian restaurants in Italy. A celebration of natural ingredients and ancient recipes that showcase an Italian excellence renowned all over the world: its food! The videos will be made available from the 19th of November on […]
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Concert Recital “Favole della dittatura/Tales from the Dictatorship”
“Five Sicilian Preludes” for guitar and reading voice. Texts by Leonardo Sciascia, music by Benjamin Dwyer, performed by Dario Macaluso and Nicole Rourke for the readings. In the year celebrating the centenary of the Sicilian writer’s birth, The Italian Institute of Culture proposes a concert with readings of the English text of the “Tales from the […]
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Online guided tours “The Vatican and the Sistine Chapel” in English
Starting from November you will be able to explore Italian art thanks to a series of appointments that, through online tours, will give insights into art movements and lead us to discover pivotal sites in Italy. The first tour will delve into the beauties of the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican. This guided tour, which […]
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