The Academy of Fine Arts of L’Aquila presents “A Sparkle in the Shadows, ” an ambitious cultural regeneration project that is part of the L’Aquila Capital of Culture 2026 program. Curated by Prof. Maurizio Coccia, in collaboration with Profs. Matteo Ludovico and Gianni Moretti, the project transforms contemporary art into a tool for social engagement, capable of shedding light on the neglected corners of marginalized areas and breathing new life into the urban landscape.

The project draws inspiration from Guido Piovene’s vision of the city as a “fragile and luminous” presence, presenting a series of visual installations—sculptural, light-based, and textual—that make the Accademia’s architecture a constant symbolic landmark. The program is enriched by a 24-hour performance marathon, musical events dedicated to young people, and film festivals, creating a space for continuous experimentation. Through the works of twenty artists from the Visual Arts two-year programs, the Academy opens itself up to the neighborhood, transforming public thoroughfares into spaces of collective experience and identity. This “sparkle” thus becomes a concrete act of empowerment, aimed at strengthening the bond between institutions, the local area, and the community.

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