On December 18 and 19, 2026, a new project dedicated to the renowned theatrical impresario from Formia will take place as part of the 10th edition of the Remigio Paone – La Caravella Prize. Applications are open to opera singers of all nationalities. FORMIA – Rooted in the great tradition of Italian musical theater and […]
“La Ginestra” National Literary Prize 2026 The 19th Edition Celebrates the Excellence of the National Center for Leopardi Studies (CNSL)
The prestigious award will be presented on Monday, September 14, at the monumental Villa delle Ginestre in Torre del Greco. The prize will be accepted by Countess Olimpia Leopardi, a descendant of the poet from Recanati and Vice President of the CNSL. Torre del Greco (Naples) – The monumental Villa delle Ginestre—a place close […]
From Metastasio to Mario Persico: A new chapter for Luca Lupoli and Olga De Maio
From Metastasio to Mario Persico: books, research, awards, and accolades. A new chapter for Luca Lupoli and Olga De Maio in the summer of 2026. Three essays trace a journey spanning the history of *melodramma* (opera), documentary sources, and autograph scores: from the study on the “Primacy of the Text” in Pietro Metastasio’s work to […]
Alberobosco Prize awarded to Tropea-born surgeon Luigi Bonavina
Alberobosco Prize awarded to Tropea-born surgeon Luigi Bonavina: “He has placed his knowledge and experience at the service of the Calabrian community” A celebration in Tropea for the “Antonio Mamone Scholarship-I Build My Future” award ceremony “My own specialization path also began with a scholarship. It was pointed out to me by a person of […]
Ferragosto in Naples: Your Complete Guide To August 15th & Beyond
The ultimate Ferragosto experience: from sunrise concerts to volcanic wine tastings and ancient beaches Ferragosto in Naples is more than a holiday—it’s a full celebration of music, sea, tradition, and pure Neapolitan spirit. Here’s your guide to the best of August 15th and the days that follow. AUGUST 15TH: FERRAGOSTO DAY SUNRISE CONCERT AT POSILLIPO […]
NAPOLI 100: The City Becomes a Cathedral of Blue
One hundred years. One hundred churches. One heart beating azzurro. Brothers and sisters of the faith — mark it, tattoo it on your soul: August 1st, 2026. The day Naples becomes one giant open-air temple to our beloved SSC Napoli. The club, together with the City of Naples and the Campania Region, has just unveiled […]
A new book reveals the CIA’s role in Italian politics, drawing on documentary evidence gathered by Raffaele Romano.
On Monday, September 28, 2026, at 5:30 PM, the Giacomo Matteotti Foundation will host the presentation of *Andreotti, Craxi e Moro visti dalla CIA* (Andreotti, Craxi, and Moro as Seen by the CIA). This groundbreaking work by author Raffaele Romano sheds light on decades of American interference in Italian political affairs. Unlike accounts based on […]
XIV Capri Danza International Award
XIV PREMIO CAPRI DANZA INTERNATIONAL Curated by Luigi Ferrone Capri, Certosa di San Giacomo | Sunday, July 26, 2026 (Under the Patronage of the Municipality of Capri) Stefano De Martino Takes Center Stage in Capri: To Receive the Special “Grandi Eventi Enrico De Martino” Award On July 26, at the Certosa di San Giacomo, an […]
“Antonio Mamone – Costruisco il Mio Futuro” Scholarship 2026 Edition Announced
Press conference in Tropea: winners of the eighth edition announced; Professor Luigi Bonavina awarded the Alberobosco Prize. “Antonio Mamone – Costruisco il Mio Futuro” (Building My Future) Scholarship 2026 Edition Announced. Youth, education, talent, training, and excellence: these are the pillars of the “Antonio Mamone – Costruisco il Mio Futuro” scholarship, the eighth edition of […]
Summer in Naples 2026: Catch the Culture While It’s Hot!
Summer in Naples 2026: Catch the Culture While It’s Hot! Started July 2 – Running through October 8, 2026 July 2 – October 8, 2026 If you’re visiting Naples this summer, you’ve picked the perfect time. The City of Naples launched Estate a Napoli 2026 (Summer in Naples 2026) at the beginning of July, and […]
Poetic Identikit – Tutto con il Cuore: When Poetry Meets the Stage
Poetic Identikit – Tutto con il Cuore (Everything with the Heart): When Poetry Meets the Stage An emotional journey through words, music, and civic engagement in the setting of Villa Lazzaroni On July 25th, at 7:30 pm, at the Casa della Cultura del Municipio Roma VII, at Via Appia Nuova 522, the successful format conceived, […]
The 1st Intercultural Festival in Scampia The “Elsa Morante” High School opens up to the world
Thursday, June 25th in Piazza Giovanni Paolo II, a major free-admission event featuring multilingual artistic performances, dances, readings, and the special bond established with Mexico. Naples – A square transformed into an ideal crossroads of cultures, languages, and global visions. Thursday, June 25th, 2026, starting at 7:30 p.m., Piazza Giovanni Paolo II in Scampia (Naples) […]
007 License to Scratch James Bond’s Secret Bestiary
Raffaello Books & Coffee in Naples hosts the morning meeting of the “Pickwick Circle” on June 28th with journalist and writer Michelangelo Iossa On Sunday, June 28th (at 11:00 a.m.), the “Pickwick Circle” cultural series offers a special event entirely dedicated to the surprising intersections between cinema, pop culture, and the animal kingdom. The meeting, […]
The Eighth “Costruisco il Mio Futuro”: Roots and Rising Futures
Certain legacies aren’t passed down from generation to generation, but are built through acts of generosity, one at a time. The Tropis Hotel & Wellness Center in Tropea is hosting the eighth edition of the “Costruisco il mio Futuro” scholarship in memory of Antonio Mamone, dedicated to the future of young high school students in […]
NIU ERA – una serata con i giovani ‘ONEST
NIU ERA – una serata con i giovani ‘ONEST (NIU ERA – an evening with ‘ONEST’ youth) FAI Vesuvio ’embraces’ the NEST theatre A special event on June 16th To ignite the dream of “SUPERNEST” The FAI Vesuvio Group is renewing its long-standing bond with NEST (Napoli Est Teatro) in San Giovanni a Teduccio—an extraordinary […]
Grand Performances Celebrates 40 Years with Free Concert Extravaganza
Grand Performances Celebrates 40 Years with Free Concert Extravaganza This Saturday, Grand Performances celebrates four decades of sharing music with Los Angeles through a spectacular concert that costs nothing to attend. The lineup features Ozomatli, Jungle Fire, Healing Gems, and Liza Richardson, all coming together for an evening that moves fluidly from cumbia to hip-hop, […]
Roberto Carlos “El Pampa” Sosa Receives the “Value of Experience” Award from 50&Più Napoli
Wednesday, June 10th: An afternoon to celebrate Napoli’s 100th anniversary with the Argentine champion—the last player to wear the “Number 10” jersey for the *Azzurri* squad. NAPLES – An unmissable event for every Neapolitan fan eager to experience the magic of great football and pay tribute to a man who honored Naples with his sweat, […]
Grand Performances Kicks Off Season with Cumbia, Celebration, and Roy Ayers Tribute
The wait is over. Grand Performances launches its season this Saturday, June 6th, at Cal Plaza with an evening of cumbia and tropical grooves. Grupo Soñador, Wachiwara, and DJ Turbo Sonidero will deliver synth-heavy rhythms and irresistible jams—the kind of night that reminds you why live music under the open sky matters. RSVP or catch […]