BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//L'Aquila Capitale italiana della Cultura 2026 - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/ X-WR-CALDESC:Events for L'Aquila Capitale italiana della Cultura 2026 REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Rome BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260731T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260731T183000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260527T065221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T065221Z UID:6908-1785522600-1785522600@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:THE MEMORY OF STONES - Stories to Help Us Start Over DESCRIPTION:“Stories for a New Beginning” is a site-specific\, community-based theater project that transforms the landscape into a stage and the time of sunset into a shared moment of listening. Conceived and produced by Vesuvioteatro\, with artistic direction by Claudio Di Palma and artistic consultation by Giulio Baffi\, this eco-sustainable theater festival unfolds through traveling performances designed to engage intimately with sites of historical\, architectural\, and scenic value\, without resorting to invasive set designs\, electrical equipment\, or artificial amplification. Natural light and ambient sound become an integral part of the dramaturgy\, restoring to theater an essential\, poetic\, and deeply contemporary dimension. \nTHE MEMORY OF STONES\ninspired by the writings of Giustino Parisse\nby and starring Claudio Di Palma\nwith musical accompaniment by Massimiliano Sacchi (clarinet) and Riccardo Marconi (guitar)\nProduced by Ente Teatro Cronaca \nThere are places where stones are more than just matter. They are traces\, a voice\, memory. The memory of stones emerges as a poetic exploration of the relationship between humans and stone: the stone that forms the foundation of homes\, marks the boundaries of paths\, preserves time\, and withstands the wind and the seasons. But also the stone that holds within it absences\, transformations\, wounds\, and the possibility of\nA New Beginning. Inspired by the writings of Giustino Parisse and the impressions gathered throughout the Abruzzo region\, the performance unfolds in a suspended\, dreamlike dimension\, where stories\, images\, and fragments of memory intertwine with live music\, vocals\, and the harp\, giving life to an intimate and visionary soundscape. In the small square of Nuova Onna\, among stones steeped in history and silence\, the audience is invited to sharea delicate and profound listening experience\, in which the very fabric of the landscape seems to become a story. \n\nFREE ADMISSION ( In case of rain\, performances may be postponed) \nFOR MORE INFORMATION\nYou can message us on WhatsApp: 3335691511\nYou can send an email to: info@vesuvioteatro.org URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/the-memory-of-stones-stories-to-help-us-start-over-2/ LOCATION:Nuova Onna\, Piazzetta\, Onna\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Theater ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/racconti-per-ricominciare-laquila.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vesuvioteatro.org Cultural Association":MAILTO:info@vesuvioteatro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260729T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260729T210000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260720T123539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T123539Z UID:7082-1785358800-1785358800@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:99 Songs | Canciones Event DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, the event “99 Songs” —organizedby the Euterpe Music Association —presents “Canciones\,” a journey through 20th-century Spanish music via the works of Ravel\, Granados\, Halffter\, and de Falla—composers who transformed folk melodies\, dances\, and Iberian traditions into a refined artistic language. \nThe original lineup of the Steel Trio — Stela Dicusara (vocals)\, Agatha Bocedi\, and Alice Caradente (harps)—highlights the poetic dimension of this repertoire through a dialogue rich in color and evocative imagery\, in which song and harmonies conjure up Spanish landscapes\, memory\, and cultural identity. A musical journey that celebrates song as a universal form of expression and beauty. \nFree admission while seats last. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/99-songs-canciones-event/ LOCATION:Courtyard of Palazzo Dragonetti\, Via Santa Giusta\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/99songs-eventi.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Euterpe Music Association":MAILTO:info@euterpe.re.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260728 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260724T123235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T123235Z UID:7094-1785110400-1785196799@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:GSSI Visitor Center - Open to the Public DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, the Gran Sasso Science Institute is opening its Visitor Center to the public: a new permanent cultural space in L’Aquila where artistic installations\, interactive technologies\, and scientific research come together to offer a unique experience of discovery and participation. \nThe exhibition is spread over two levels: on the ground floor\, the sculptural-musical work “Forme Sensibili – Narrazione di un paesaggio”\, created by artists Licia Galizia and Michelangelo Lupone in collaboration with the GSSI’s Computer Science department\, the CRM – ETS Music Research Center\, and PAC – Contemporary Art Project; on the lower level\, the Science Cave\, a multimedia space designed by CamerAnebbia to showcase GSSI’s research through play\, interaction\, and experimentation. The Visitor Center was created as part of the SAFI3 project\, funded by the PNRR and coordinated by the GSSI\, and supported and promoted by the City of L’Aquila. HOURS: Monday–Friday 3:00 PM–7:00 PM (closed August 13–19). \nFREE ADMISSION. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/gssi-visitor-center-open-to-the-public/ LOCATION:GSSI Visitor Center\, 9 Via XXIV Maggio\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, Italy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/centro-visite-gssi.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI)":MAILTO:patrizio.pelliccione@gssi.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260726T213000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260726T213000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260720T082203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T082203Z UID:7074-1785101400-1785101400@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Sound Reflections in Dance | I Cantieri dell'Immaginario DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026—Italian Capital of Culture—and *I Cantieri dell’Immaginario*\, supported and promoted by the City of L’Aquila under the high patronage of the Abruzzo Region\,the Art Nouveau ETS Association andthe L’Etoile Association present “Riflessi Sonori in Danza”: a visually and emotionally striking performance in which music\, dance\, and light blend into a single theatrical narrative\, conceived by Ornella Cerroni and Gennaro Spezza. \nTwo prestigious ensembles come together on stage:the Art Nouveau String Orchestra\, conducted by concertmaster Alessandra Xanto\, andthe Art & Jazz Big Band\, conducted by Maestro Felice Porazzini\, arranged on circular platforms in a refined musical interweaving that spans genres\, eras\, and cultures. The choreography by Simone Pergola and Alessio Colella is performed by the Rinascita in Movimento dance troupe and the Hanami Project Company\, featuring international soloists Arianna Conti\, Alessia Losavio\, Mirko Melandri\, Giulia Neri\, and Alexandru Calu\, star of the latest season of *Amici di Maria De Filippi*. \nThe musical program ranges from Gounod ’s*Ave Maria* and Vivaldi ’s *The Four Seasons* to the jazz and swing sounds of Irving Berlin and Astor Piazzolla\, from Italian classics such as Domenico Modugno ’s *Volare* to selections from musicals\, including Leonard Bernstein’s *West Side Story *. On stage are 50 musicians\, one singer\, and 38 dancers in a crescendo that culminates in the grand finale with the two orchestras performing together. The production is directed by Ornella Cerroni and Francesca Bernabini; the lighting design is by Carlo Cerri. \nAdmission is free while seats last. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/sound-reflections-in-dance-i-cantieri-dellimmaginario/ LOCATION:Emiciclo Building\, 4 Michele Iacobucci Street\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/riflessi-sonori-in-danza.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="L%E2%80%99Etoile Association":MAILTO:comuniazioneletoileaq@pec.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260726T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260726T210000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260720T122812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T122812Z UID:7078-1785099600-1785099600@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:"99 Songs" Event | The Abruzzo Masters of the Romanza in Naples Between the 19th and 20th Centuries DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, the event “99 Songs” —organizedby the Euterpe Music Association —offers a journey through 19th- and 20th-century chamber romance\, highlighting the deep artistic bond between Abruzzo and Naples\, one of the most important European musical centers of the time. \nThe program showcases the works of Abruzzo composers such as Leoncavallo\, Braga\, Dell’Orefice\, and Tosti\, who were able to blend the great Italian melodic tradition with a refined expressive sensibility. Through the voices of soprano Maria Chiara Chizzoni and tenor Francesco Marsiglia\, accompanied by Guido Galterio on piano\, the chamber romance is brought to life in its most poetic and intense form\, offering the audience a musical heritage of great value that encompasses historical memory\, regional identity\, and melodic beauty. \nFree admission while seats last. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/99-songs-event-the-abruzzo-masters-of-the-romanza-in-naples-between-the-19th-and-20th-centuries/ LOCATION:Courtyard of Palazzo Piccirilli Bucciarelli\, 40 Via Sassa\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/99songs-eventi.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Euterpe Music Association":MAILTO:info@euterpe.re.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260726T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260726T180000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260721T140638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T140638Z UID:7088-1785088800-1785088800@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Open Palaces - Lecture: “Society and Culture in L’Aquila During the Spanish Period (16th–17th Centuries)” DESCRIPTION:SOCIETY AND CULTURE IN L’AQUILA DURING THE SPANISH PERIOD (16th–17th Centuries) \nProf. Silvia Mantini – University of L’Aquila \n12 lectures on the history of L’Aquila and its surrounding area as part of the Dimore Culturali project\norganized by ADSI Abruzzo and the Angelo de Nardis Association of Prata ETS \nRESERVATIONS REQUIRED VIA E-MAIL: archeoclublaquila@gmail.com URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/open-palaces-lecture-society-and-culture-in-laquila-during-the-spanish-period-16th-17th-centuries/ LOCATION:Palazzo de’ Nardis\, 9 Via San Marciano\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/conferenza-la-fondazione-dellaquila.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Angelo de Nardis ETS Association - A.D.S.I. Abruzzo":MAILTO:info@palazzonardis.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260726 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260727 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20251216T102556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T102556Z UID:6471-1785024000-1785110399@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Open Houses - Cultural Residences DESCRIPTION:On the last Sunday of the month\, L’Aquila’s private cultural heritage takes center stage with “Palazzi Aperti\,” an initiative organized by ADSI Abruzzo andthe Angelo de Nardis ETS Association. As part of L’Aquila’s designation as the Italian Capital of Culture\, the event offers a chance to discover the widespread beauty hidden behind the doors of L’Aquila’s palaces. A new feature of the July 26 opening will be the guided tour “Singing Stones—Symbols and Messages of L’Aquila’s Courtyards.” Among the most distinctive features of L’Aquila’s historic palaces is\, in fact\, the culture of the courtyard: sometimes a grand entrance hall\, sometimes an intimate cloister\, sometimes punctuated by arcades and terraces\, and sometimes a silent guardian of ancient legacies. For this reason\, the “Palazzi Aperti” program must include a tour that allows visitors to discover some of the most significant courtyards\, looking beyond mere architectural details: searching for the animals and symbols hidden among the leaves on the capitals\, recognizing the most ancient motifs concealed beneath the sumptuous layers of white stone\, and discerning coats of arms and emblems—especially when they become messages meant to transcend the centuries. \nThe day will conclude in a courtyard—that of the 14th-century Palazzo Piccirilli-Bucciarelli\, which houses some of L’Aquila’s most precious medieval artifacts—with the concert “Naples and Abruzzo—The Abruzzese Masters of the Romanza in Naples.” The concert\, which is free to the public\, is organized bythe Euterpe Music Association. \nDue to high demand\, Palazzo Nardis—which has been inhabited by the same family for 750 years and still preserves artifacts and furnishings from bygone eras—will also reopen its doors for guided tours\, as well as Palazzo Alfieri\, an extraordinary Renaissance palace preserved in its 15th-century form\, now cared for by the Franciscan sisters of the Santa Maria degli Angeli Institute. \nFinally\, there will be the usual guided tours of the art spaces at Palazzo Benedetti\, whose frescoed halls are currently hosting the exhibition “With Hands Stained with Earth\, I Kissed You” by Lea Contestabile\, as well as at the Oratory of the Knights of Nardis\, a masterpiece of Abruzzese Baroque architecture. In the same oratory\, at 6:00 p.m.\, Silvia Mantini will give a lecture\, organized by Archeoclub L’Aquila\, titled “Society and Culture in L’Aquila During the Spanish Period.” Reservations for the lecture can be made by emailing archeoclublaquila@gmail.com. \nDETAILED PROGRAM\nGUIDED TOURS \n\nWalking Tour : “Singing Stones” – Symbols and Messages from L’Aquila’s Courtyards | 5:00 p.m.\nPalazzo Nardis – Via San Marciano\, 9 | 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.\nPalazzo Alfieri – Via Fortebraccio\, 54 | 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.\nOratory of the Knights of Nardis – Via San Marciano | 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.\nPalazzo Benedetti – Via Sassa\, 15 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. and 4–8 p.m. (includes a guided tour of the temporary exhibition “With My Hands Stained with Earth\, I Kissed You” by Lea Contestabile)\n\nCONFERENCE \nOratory of the Knights of Nardis | 6:00 p.m.\nSOCIETY AND CULTURE IN L’AQUILA DURING THE SPANISH PERIOD (16th–17th CENTURIES)\nSilvia Mantini (University of L’Aquila)\nOrganized by Archeoclub L’Aquila \nCONCERT \nPalazzo Piccirilli-Bucciarelli | 9:00 p.m.\nNAPLES AND THE ABRUZZO – The Abruzzo Masters of the Romanza in Naples\nJolanta Stanelyte\, soprano · Francesco Marsiglia\, tenor · Guido Galterio\, piano\nOrganized by the Associazione Musicale Euterpe URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/open-houses-cultural-residences-3/ LOCATION:Historic Center of L’Aquila\, L'Aquila\, Italy CATEGORIES:exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/palazzi-aperti-26-luglio-2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Angelo de Nardis ETS Association - A.D.S.I. Abruzzo":MAILTO:info@palazzonardis.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260725T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260725T183000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260526T151251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T151251Z UID:6907-1785004200-1785004200@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:THE OPPOSITE OF ONE - Stories to Start Over DESCRIPTION:“Stories for a New Beginning” is a site-specific\, community-based theater project that transforms the landscape into a stage and the time of sunset into a shared moment of listening. Conceived and produced by Vesuvioteatro\, with artistic direction by Claudio Di Palma and artistic consultation by Giulio Baffi\, this eco-sustainable theater festival unfolds through traveling performances designed to engage intimately with sites of historical\, architectural\, and scenic value\, without resorting to invasive set designs\, electrical equipment\, or artificial amplification. Natural light and ambient sound become an integral part of the dramaturgy\, restoring to theater an essential\, poetic\, and deeply contemporary dimension. \nTHE OPPOSITE OF ONE\nby Erri De Luca\nedited by Manuel Di Martino\nwith Emanuele D’Errico\, Mario Meles\, Antonio Elia\nProduced by Teatro Augusteo \nA young man lost in the whirlwind of fleeing bodies\, running to escape the police charge. A stubborn laborer who\, for days\, battles death to dig a tunnel six meters underground in search of the sewers. A father and son and their final games of bridge. A class of teenagers on the day they become men. Told in this way\, these lives are a pure political manifestation—in the Greek sense of the term: that which concerns the common good—and imbued with raw\, moving humanity. In this age of desperate loneliness\, these four stories remind us of the urgency of putting our relationships with others back at the center. With others. And what better way to do that than through theater? \n\nFREE ADMISSION ( In case of rain\, performances may be postponed) \nFOR MORE INFORMATION\nYou can message us on WhatsApp: 3335691511\nYou can send an email to: info@vesuvioteatro.org URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/the-opposite-of-one-stories-to-start-over-2/ LOCATION:Paganica Municipal Park\, Michele Iacobucci Street\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100 CATEGORIES:Theater ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/racconti-per-ricominciare-laquila.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vesuvioteatro.org Cultural Association":MAILTO:info@vesuvioteatro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260702T071502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T071502Z UID:6971-1784937600-1785023999@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Forcona: The Echo of the Mother City—Lights\, History\, and Community DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila\, Italian Capital of Culture 2026\,the S.A.T.O.R. Association\, in collaboration with the ABAP Superintendency for the provinces of L’Aquila and Teramo andthe Archdiocese of L’Aquila\, offers an immersive journey through the founding sites of the L’Aquila region: from the Forcona archaeological complex to the former Cathedral of San Massimo—an itinerary that weaves together heritage\, words\, and sound. \nGuided tours of the sites alternate with literary interludes featuring readings from Latin authors\, restoring voice and meaning to the spaces that shaped the history of the capital of Abruzzo even before its founding. The afternoon concludes with a musical interlude and a guided sound meditation session\, transforming the cultural experience into a moment of collective reflection. \nForcona: The echo of the mother city is an invitation to discover a region that predates the city and preserves its most ancient memories—an opportunity to engage with history through listening\, presence\, and the beauty of these places. \nFREE ADMISSION – DOWNLOAD THE FULL PROGRAM URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/forcona-the-echo-of-the-mother-city-lights-history-and-community/ LOCATION:Forcona Archaeological Site\, Civita di Bagno\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/forcona-eco-di-una-citta-madre.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="S.A.T.O.R. Association":MAILTO:eventisator@associazioneculturalesator.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260724T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260724T183000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260526T145909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T145909Z UID:6903-1784917800-1784917800@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:THE OPPOSITE OF ONE - Stories to Start Over DESCRIPTION:“Stories for a New Beginning” is a site-specific\, community-based theater project that transforms the landscape into a stage and the time of sunset into a shared moment of listening. Conceived and produced by Vesuvioteatro\, with artistic direction by Claudio Di Palma and artistic consultation by Giulio Baffi\, this eco-sustainable theater festival unfolds through traveling performances designed to engage intimately with sites of historical\, architectural\, and scenic value\, without resorting to invasive set designs\, electrical equipment\, or artificial amplification. Natural light and ambient sound become an integral part of the dramaturgy\, restoring to theater an essential\, poetic\, and deeply contemporary dimension. \nTHE OPPOSITE OF ONE\nby Erri De Luca\nedited by Manuel Di Martino\nwith Emanuele D’Errico\, Mario Meles\, Antonio Elia\nProduced by Teatro Augusteo \nA young man lost in the whirlwind of fleeing bodies\, running to escape the police charge. A stubborn laborer who\, for days\, battles death to dig a tunnel six meters underground in search of the sewers. A father and son and their final games of bridge. A class of teenagers on the day they become men. Told in this way\, these lives are a pure political manifestation—in the Greek sense of the term: that which concerns the common good—and imbued with raw\, moving humanity. In this age of desperate loneliness\, these four stories remind us of the urgency of putting our relationships with others back at the center. With others. And what better way to do that than through theater? \n\nFREE ADMISSION ( In case of rain\, performances may be postponed) \nFOR MORE INFORMATION\nYou can message us on WhatsApp: 3335691511\nYou can send an email to: info@vesuvioteatro.org URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/the-opposite-of-one-stories-to-start-over/ LOCATION:Paganica Municipal Park\, Michele Iacobucci Street\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100 CATEGORIES:Theater ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/racconti-per-ricominciare-laquila.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vesuvioteatro.org Cultural Association":MAILTO:info@vesuvioteatro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260718T213000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260718T213000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260701T081715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T081715Z UID:6968-1784410200-1784410200@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:"Missa Pro Pace" by Nicola Piovani DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, and the *I Cantieri dell’Immaginario* festival\, the “B. Barattelli” Concert Society of L’Aquila —on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of its founding—presents the world premiere of the *Missa Pro Pace* for soloists\, narrator\, choir\, and orchestra\, a work specially commissioned from Maestro Nicola Piovani\, one of the world’s most celebrated composers and pianists and winner of the 1999 Academy Award for Roberto Benigni’s *Life Is Beautiful *. \nA secular work structured around the five canonical sections— Kyrie\, Gloria\, Sanctus\, Benedictus\, and Agnus Dei —concluding with *Dona nobis pacem*\, the Missa Pro Pace opens with a Prelude to the Canticle of the Creatures and interweaves the music with readings by Pablo Neruda and Leo Tolstoy\, narrated by actress Barbara Ronchi\, winner of the David di Donatello Award and a nominee for five consecutive years. \nOn stage\, a world-class cast: soloists Anna Grotto (soprano)\, Aloisa Aisemberg (mezzo-soprano)\, Murat Can Güvem (tenor)\, and Toni Nězić (bass);the Umbrian Philharmonic Orchestra “Vittorio Calamani\,” an ensemble composed entirely of musicians under 35; and the Choir of the National Academy of Santa Cecilia in Rome\, prepared by Maestro Andrea Secchi. Nicola Piovani himself will conduct. The event will be recorded and broadcast nationwide by RAI Cultura\, the evening’s official media partner. \nTickets are available at www.ciaotickets.com. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/missa-pro-pace-by-nicola-piovani/ LOCATION:San Bernardino Stairway\, Via S. Bernardino\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Concerts,In the Spotlight ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/missa-pro-pace.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of L'Aquila":MAILTO:protocollo@comune.laquila.postecert.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20251215T120132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T120132Z UID:6444-1784332800-1784419199@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:School of Performing Arts and Crafts DESCRIPTION:The School of Performing Arts and Crafts looks to the future\, offering young people a lifelong learning platform to develop their professional skills in the world of the arts. The educational program is designed as a learning ecosystem where foundational courses and advanced specializations complement one another. Students can pursue a structured path across four core disciplines: Marketing and Production\, Set Design\, Sound Engineering\, and Stage Technology. This is a unique opportunity to learn the secrets of the trade from those who practice it every day\, within a comprehensive and long-term program. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION\nhttps://teatrostabile.abruzzo.it/ URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/school-of-performing-arts-and-crafts-4/ LOCATION:Park Auditorium – Renzo Piano\, Avenue of the Gold Medals\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TSA.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Theater Company%3A Teatro Stabile D'Abruzzo":MAILTO:tsa@teatrostabile.abruzzo.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260717T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260717T183000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20251212T103528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T103528Z UID:6426-1784313000-1784313000@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:LIGHTS ON THE ATLAS - Stories to Help You Start Over DESCRIPTION:“Stories for a New Beginning” is a site-specific\, community-based theater project that transforms the landscape into a stage and the time of sunset into a shared moment of listening. Conceived and produced by Vesuvioteatro\, with artistic direction by Claudio Di Palma and artistic consultation by Giulio Baffi\, this eco-sustainable theater festival unfolds through traveling performances designed to engage intimately with sites of historical\, architectural\, and scenic value\, without resorting to invasive set designs\, electrical equipment\, or artificial amplification. Natural light and ambient sound become an integral part of the dramaturgy\, restoring to theater an essential\, poetic\, and deeply contemporary dimension. \nLIGHTS ON THE ATLAS\nFrom *Atlas of a Restless Man* by Christoph Ransmayr\nedited by Claudio Di Palma\nstarring Pasquale Aprile\, Rebecca Furfaro\, Federico Siano\, and Chiara Vitiello\nA Teatro Segreto Production\nin collaboration with the Austrian Cultural Forum in Rome \nThere are lights that seem to come from the sky but are actually born on earth. It is from this shift in perspective that *Lights on the Atlas* takes shape—a journey through four stories by Christoph Ransmayr in which wonder does not dwell in the heavens but occurs among people\, and the lights that seem cosmic reveal themselves to be human\, fragile\, and earthly. An invitation to gaze at the sky without ceasing to observe what is happening right beside us: because sometimes the true constellation is made up of shared gestures\, encounters\, and reflections. \nFREE ADMISSION ( In case of rain\, performances may be postponed) \nFOR MORE INFORMATION\nYou can message us on WhatsApp: 3335691511\nYou can send an email to: info@vesuvioteatro.org URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/lights-on-the-atlas-stories-to-help-you-start-over/ LOCATION:Cese di Preturo Amphitheater\, 14 Via S. Giovanni\, Cese\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Theater ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/racconti-per-ricominciare-laquila.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vesuvioteatro.org Cultural Association":MAILTO:info@vesuvioteatro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260714T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260714T170000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260507T125556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T125556Z UID:6234-1784048400-1784048400@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:A Taste of Tomorrow DESCRIPTION:This event is part of a series of initiatives organized by the Magna Carta Foundation. \nPresentation of the book“D’Amore e d’Abruzzo”by Paride Vitale \nIn conversation with the author:\nNiko Romito – Chef\nGaetano Quagliariello – President of the Magna Carta Foundation URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/a-taste-of-tomorrow/ LOCATION:Aufidenate Civic Museum\, 2 Via de Contra\, Castel di Sangro\, AQ\, 67031\, Italy CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/sapore-di-domani-rev.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of L'Aquila":MAILTO:protocollo@comune.laquila.postecert.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260713T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260713T210000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260707T145100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T145100Z UID:7065-1783976400-1783976400@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:99 Songs Event | Zang\, Tumb\, Tumb DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, the event “99 Songs” —curated by Massimo Felici in collaboration with Claudio Mastracci and organizedby the Euterpe Music Association —presents Zang\, Tumb\, Tumb\, a concert-workshop that transforms the stage into a space of sounds\, ideas\, and visions\, paying homage to the artistic revolution of Futurism and the historical avant-garde movements of the 20th century. \nInspired by Filippo Tommaso Marinetti’s famous “Parolibero” poem\, the concert takes the audience on a journey through rhythm\, speed\, mechanics\, and experimentation with music by Francesco Balilla Pratella\, Franco Casavola\, Silvio Mix\, Luigi Russolo\, Daniele Lombardi\, George Antheil\, and Alexander Mosolov —pioneers of a radical transformation of musical language. Combining voice\, piano\, and electronics\, *Zang\, Tumb\, Tumb* conveys to the audience the full visionary and provocative power of Futurist aesthetics\, in a dialogue between music\, experimentation\, and modernity that continues to resonate with our times. \nLineup: Maka Dvali (soprano) · Stephanie Gurga (piano) · Gabriele Panico “Larssen” (electronics) \nFREE ADMISSION WHILE SEATS LAST URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/99-songs-event-zang-tumb-tumb/ LOCATION:Courtyard of Palazzo Dragonetti\, Via Santa Giusta\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/99-song.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Euterpe Music Association":MAILTO:info@euterpe.re.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260712T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260712T210000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260707T144834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T144834Z UID:7083-1783890000-1783890000@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:99 Songs Event | Joscho Stephan Trio – Manouche Guitar Night DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, the event “99 Songs” —curated by Massimo Felici in collaboration with Claudio Mastracci and organizedby the Euterpe Music Association —brings Joscho Stephan\, one of the world’s leading performers of contemporary Gypsy Jazz\, to L’Aquila. \nDeeply rooted in the legacy of Django Reinhardt\, Stephan broadens its horizons by weaving in Latin\, classical\, and pop influences\, even going so far as to offer original reinterpretations of songs by Jimi Hendrix\, Dickey Betts\, and the Beatles. His discography—which has earned him numerous critical accolades\, with albums such as *Gypsy Meets Groove* and *Guitar Heroes*\, recorded alongside Biréli Lagrène and Stochelo Rosenberg —has established him as one of the most celebrated ambassadors of Gypsy Jazz worldwide. An evening of sophistication and modernity\, where tradition and a constant search for new forms of expression come together in perfect balance. \nLineup: Joscho Stephan and Sven Jungbeck (guitars) · Volker Camp (double bass) \nTickets are available at www.vivaticket.com. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/99-songs-event-joscho-stephan-trio-manouche-guitar-night/ LOCATION:“Ondina Valla” Municipal Swimming Pool Sun Deck\, 3 Vle Ovidio\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/99-song.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Euterpe Music Association":MAILTO:info@euterpe.re.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260711T220000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260711T220000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260507T134959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T134959Z UID:6870-1783807200-1783807200@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Inside Out – The People's Art Project by JR | Installation in Piazza Duomo DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture \, “Inside Out – The People’s Art Project by JR”—the global initiative by French artist JR\, led by ArtsFor and supported by the City of L’Aquila—culminates in L’Aquila with a large-scale collective installation: over 2\,000 black-and-white portraits of residents of L’Aquila and the areas affected by the 2009 earthquake transform Piazza Duomo into an extraordinary participatory gallery\, a collective mosaic of faces\, stories\, and identities that unites the provincial capital\, surrounding municipalities\, mountains\, and inland areas into a single visual narrative. \nOn July 11\, from 10:00 p.m. to midnight\, the entire city is invited to Piazza Duomo for a major event featuring lights and music—open to everyone with free admission: the facades of the buildings in the square will come to life with a multi-projection of portraits and behind-the-scenes images\, accompanied by an original soundtrack\, in a visually striking and emotionally powerful narrative. A unique\, not-to-be-missed event in which L’Aquila’s most beautiful square becomes a stage for the entire community. \nThe installation remains open to the public until July 15. The project is part of the “L’Aquila città territorio” program as part of ReStart\, and is inspired by the overarching spirit of Inside Out\, an international movement founded by JR in 2011 that has carried out over 3\,000 collective projects in 154 countries and collected 590\,000 portraits. \nFREE ADMISSION URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/inside-out-the-peoples-art-project-by-jr-installation-in-piazza-duomo/ LOCATION:Piazza Duomo\, Piazza Duomo\, L'Aquila\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:In the Spotlight,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/jr-inside-out-11-luglio-piazza-duomo-laquila.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260709T213000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260709T213000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260709T101218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T101218Z UID:7070-1783632600-1783632600@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:I Am My Songs | Gaetano Curreri DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026—Italian Capital of Culture—and *I Cantieri dell’Immaginario*\, the “B. Barattelli” Concert Society of L’Aquila presents Io Sono le Mie Canzoni\, a show by Gaetano Curreri —the heart and soul of Stadio —accompanied on stage by Roberto Drovandi and Andrea Fornili\, longtime collaborators on an artistic journey spanning over forty years. \nA moving journey through the songs that have shaped entire generations: “Acqua e Sapone\, ” “Un giorno mi dirai\,” “Chiedi chi erano i Beatles\,” and many other tracks that have stood the test of time without losing their power or identity—all written by Curreri. Also on stage are a dance troupe and an ensemble of musicians in a production designed to highlight the full emotional power of a repertoire that is part of Italy’s collective memory. The show includes tributes to the great artists with whom Curreri has collaborated throughout his career— Lucio Dalla\, Vasco Rossi\, Patty Pravo\, Laura Pausini —and a particularly poignant moment dedicated to Giovanni Pezzoli\, his lifelong partner on stage. A bridge between generations underscored by recent collaborations with Gué and Tommaso Paradiso at the latest Sanremo Festival: a passing of the torch that demonstrates how Stadio’s sound is still alive\, relevant\, and a source of inspiration. \nTickets are available at www.ciaotickets.com. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/i-am-my-songs-gaetano-curreri/ LOCATION:San Bernardino Stairway\, Via S. Bernardino\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/io-sono-le-mie-canzoni-gaetano-curreri.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="%E2%80%9CB. Barattelli%E2%80%9D Aquila Concert Society Music Organization":MAILTO:barattelliconcerti@barattelli.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260708T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260708T210000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260707T144556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T144556Z UID:7076-1783544400-1783544400@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:99 Songs Event | Atomic Rooster DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, the event “99 Songs” —curated by Massimo Felici in collaboration with Claudio Mastracci and organizedby the Euterpe Music Association —will host Atomic Rooster in L’Aquila for their only Italian date on the tour. \nOne of the most original British rock bands of the early 1970s\, Atomic Rooster was formed in 1969 by keyboardist Vincent Crane and drummer Carl Palmer\, distinguishing itself with an unmistakable style that blended hard rock\, progressive rock\, blues\, and jazz with the powerful sound of the Hammond organ. Albums such as *Death Walks Behind You* and singles like “Tomorrow Night” and “Devil’s Answer” cemented their place on the international scene. Now a cult band in European progressive rock\, they’re returning to the stage led by singer Pete French and guitarist Steve Bolton —formerly of The Who and Paul Young—to bring to life the power and charm of a band that wrote pivotal chapters in rock history. \nLineup: Steve Bolton (guitar) · Adrian Gautre (keyboards) · Shug Millidge (bass) · Paul Everett (drums) \nTickets are available at www.vivaticket.com. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/99-songs-event-atomic-rooster/ LOCATION:“Ondina Valla” Municipal Swimming Pool Sun Deck\, 3 Vle Ovidio\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/99songs-provvisorio.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Euterpe Music Association":MAILTO:info@euterpe.re.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260708T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260708T210000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101735 CREATED:20260707T144202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T144202Z UID:7080-1783544400-1783544400@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Organ Improvisation on Historical Instruments | Martin Sturm for the 30th Organ and Early Music Festival DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, the L’Aquila Concert Society “B. Barattelli” presents an extraordinarily rare event for the 30th edition of the Organ and Early Music Festival “Music and Architecture – Places of Time and Music”: German virtuoso Martin Sturm —organist\, composer\, professor\, and director of the Department of Sacred Music and Organ atthe Franz Liszt University of Music in Weimar — brings the art of real-time organ improvisation to L’Aquila\, performing on both of the historic instruments at the Basilica of St. Bernardino of Siena. \nIn the first part of the concert\, Sturm performs his own *Missa per Organo* on the monumental 1726 organ by Feliciano Fedeli\, located on the counter-façade and considered one of the largest and best-preserved examples of 18th-century Italian organ architecture. In the second part\, he takes his place at the 1939 organ by Vincenzo Mascioni\, situated behind the High Altar: two historic voices from one of L’Aquila’s most significant and iconic basilicas\, in dialogue with the improvisational creativity of one of the most award-winning performers on the international scene\, winner of prestigious competitions and the Kulturpreis Bayern. \nThe event is organized in collaboration with the Order of Friars Minor\, the Archdiocese of L’Aquila\, and the Central Directorate for Religious Affairs of the Ministry of the Interior. \nFREE ADMISSION UNTIL ALL AVAILABLE SEATS ARE FILLED. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/organ-improvisation-on-historical-instruments-martin-sturm-for-the-30th-organ-and-early-music-festival/ LOCATION:Basilica of St. Bernardino\, Via S. Bernardino\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/martin-sturm.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="%E2%80%9CB. Barattelli%E2%80%9D Aquila Concert Society Music Organization":MAILTO:barattelliconcerti@barattelli.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260707T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260708T000000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101736 CREATED:20260619T132634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T132634Z UID:6949-1783382400-1783468800@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:TEXTURE | Textured Body DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, the e-Motion Group presents TEXTURE – Body in Weave\, a participatory dance project that creates a dialogue between bodily movement and the gestures of traditional Abruzzese weaving\, intertwining intangible heritage\, artisanal practices\, and contemporary forms of expression. \nThe project is based on a specific cultural premise: dance and weaving share the same fundamental dimensions—ecological\, communal\, rhythmic\, symbolic\, and narrative. In Abruzzo\, weaving is historically linked to pastoral life and transhumance: processing wool\, spinning it\, and weaving it were not merely productive necessities\, but daily acts imbued with symbolic and social meaning. TEXTURE revives this memory through the dancing body\, which absorbs its rhythms and reinterprets them as movement. \nThe workshops—led by the dancers of the e-Motion Group in collaboration with local craftswomen and weavers —are divided into four phases: an introduction to artisanal knowledge and weaving materials; physical interpretation of the gestures (weaving\, stretching\, repeating); improvisation as a space for freedom and reappropriation of the body; and a final public presentation open to the community\, in which bodies\, threads\, and fabrics interact in space through a participatory performance. \nINFO AND RESERVATIONS: info@gruppoemotion.net URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/texture-textured-body/ LOCATION:Tornimparte\, 178 Via il Corso\, Villagrande\, AQ\, 67049\, Italy CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/texture.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="e-Motion Group":MAILTO:info@gruppoemotion.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260708 DTSTAMP:20260801T101736 CREATED:20260624T143409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T143409Z UID:6954-1783382400-1783468799@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Safeguarding Cultural Heritage in Emergencies. The Evolution of Procedures for the Protection of Cultural Heritage. DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, the National Fire Department is organizing a conference in L’Aquila dedicated to the evolution of techniques and procedures for securing cultural heritage during emergencies\, with particular reference to the experience gained in the aftermath of the 2009 earthquake and the role of the Coordination Unit for Temporary Works (N.C.P.)\, established in the aftermath of the L’Aquila earthquake. \nThe conference\, aimed at engineers\, architects\, and technical professionals in the field\, analyzes the Corps’ response capabilities in managing structural issues and outlines the new\, optimized procedures for safeguarding the historical and artistic heritage. At the center of the discussion are the STOP data sheets—technical tools developed by the post-earthquake working group for the reinforcement of damaged buildings—which will be presented by some of the key figures involved in their development. \nSpeakers will include Stefano Grimaz\, holder of the UNESCO Chair in Intersectoral Safety for Risk Reduction at the University of Udine\, and provincial commanders Mauro Caciolai (Milan)\, Luca Ponticelli (Potenza)\, and Ciro Bolognese (Varese). A site visit to the National Museum of Abruzzo – MuNDA is planned to observe firsthand the results of the safety measures and post-earthquake reconstruction efforts. \nThe initiative reinforces L’Aquila’s role as a national center of expertise and best practices in the protection of cultural heritage during seismic emergencies. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/safeguarding-cultural-heritage-in-emergencies-the-evolution-of-procedures-for-the-protection-of-cultural-heritage/ LOCATION:Park Auditorium – Renzo Piano\, Avenue of the Gold Medals\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/la-messa-in-sicurezza-del-patrimonio-culturale-in-emergenza.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260704T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260704T210000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101736 CREATED:20260701T074736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T074736Z UID:6965-1783198800-1783198800@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Camaleonti in Concert in Roio - CostellAzioni Project DESCRIPTION:As part of CostellAzioni – Festival of L’Aquila’s Identity\, the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, brings an outdoor evening event to Roio that transforms the village square into a space for shared culture and community participation. An evening dedicated to great Italian music: taking the stage in Roio are I Camaleonti\, the legendary band that has spanned decades of Italian music with songs that have become part of the collective memory. \nTickets are available at www.costellazionilaquila.it (free admission while seats last; reservations are recommended). URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/camaleonti-in-concert-in-roio-costellazioni-project/ LOCATION:Poggio di Roio\, Roio Square\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/camaleonti-in-concerto.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of L'Aquila":MAILTO:protocollo@comune.laquila.postecert.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705 DTSTAMP:20260801T101736 CREATED:20260701T073937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T073937Z UID:6959-1783123200-1783209599@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Ju Fontanile Speaks in Monticchio - CostellAzioni Project DESCRIPTION:As part of CostellAzioni – Festival of L’Aquila’s Identity\, the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, brings three events to the Teatro Zeta in Monticchio\, during an afternoon that transforms the hamlet into a stage for culture and community. An afternoon of art workshops for children ages 4 to 12: L’Aquila’s historic fountains serve as the central theme of a creative journey through storytelling\, drawing\, and imagination. \n4:00 p.m. | 4:45 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. \nTickets are available at www.costellazionilaquila.it URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/ju-fontanile-speaks-in-monticchio-costellazioni-project/ LOCATION:Zeta Cinema and Theater\, Via Rodolfo Volpe\, General Partnership\, L'Aquila\, Monticchio\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/ju-fontanile-racconta.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of L'Aquila":MAILTO:protocollo@comune.laquila.postecert.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705 DTSTAMP:20260801T101736 CREATED:20260504T084727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T084727Z UID:6871-1783123200-1783209599@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Roberto Bolle and Friends DESCRIPTION:The prestigious “Roberto Bolle and Friends” gala is coming to town for the official opening of I Cantieri dell’Immaginario\, marking one of the most anticipated events on the program for L’Aquila\, Italian Capital of Culture 2026. A global icon of dance\, Roberto Bolle presents a once-in-a-lifetime event\, bringing together on stage some of the brightest stars of the international ballet scene.\nDescribed as the“gala of all galas\,”the show offers an enchanting journey through different styles and techniques\, blending the purity of the classical repertoire with the energy of modern and contemporary dance. The Étoile will perform alongside world-renowned dancers in aperfect fusion of technical virtuosity\, elegance\, and expressiveness\, sure to enchant audiences of all backgrounds.\nThis debut holds deep significance: Roberto Bolle has chosen to pay tribute to the city’s capacity for rebirth\, celebrating culture as a synthesis of identity and a vision for the future. \nThe event\, produced by ARTEDANZA SRL and brought to L’Aquila thanks to the effortsof the L’Etoile Association led by Ornella Cerroni\, is once again a unique opportunity to witness a performance that transforms public space into a grand international stage. Blending innovation and tradition\, irony and drama\, this event kicks off a festival dedicated to the arts that promises to leave an indelible mark on the national cultural scene. \nFOR INFORMATION AND TICKETS (available starting May 6): www.ciaotickets.com \nCOMPLETE SCHEDULE FOR THE 2026 “CANTIERI DELL’IMMAGINARIO”: www.cantieriimmaginario.it URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/roberto-bolle-and-friends/ LOCATION:San Bernardino Stairway\, Via S. Bernardino\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:In the Spotlight,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/roberto-bolle-and-friends-4-luglio-2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="L%E2%80%99Etoile Association":MAILTO:comuniazioneletoileaq@pec.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704 DTSTAMP:20260801T101736 CREATED:20260701T072815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T072815Z UID:6957-1783036800-1783123199@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Stories from Far Away in Torretta - CostellAzioni Project DESCRIPTION:As part of CostellAzioni – Festival of L’Aquila’s Identities\, the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, brings the following performance to Torretta Stories from Far Away\, a production by TeatroVagante featuring Sara Gagliarducci and Valentina Nibid. \nStories that travel through time and across cultures\, voices\, and distant imaginations to resonate in the heart of one of the hamlets in the L’Aquila area: a performance that uses oral storytelling as a bridge between community and memory\, between local identity and global horizons. The event is part of the CostellAzioni initiative\, which brings the L’Aquila 2026 program directly to the hamlets and places that make up the most authentic identity of the capital of Abruzzo. \n5:00 p.m. | 6:00 p.m. \nFREE ADMISSION. Learn more about the festival at www.costellazionilaquila.it. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/stories-from-far-away-in-torretta-costellazioni-project/ LOCATION:Tower\, Via dei Ciocca\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Theater ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/storie-che-vengono-da-lontano.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of L'Aquila":MAILTO:protocollo@comune.laquila.postecert.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260630T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260630T110000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101736 CREATED:20260107T114930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T114930Z UID:6579-1782817200-1782817200@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Graduation Ceremony of the Experimental Center for Cinematography – Abruzzo Campus DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, June 30\, 2026\, at 11:00 a.m .\, the graduation ceremony for students of the 2023–2026 cohort of the Audiovisual Reportage program at the Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia – National Film School – Abruzzo Campus. The ceremony will be attended by CSC President Gabriella Buontempo\, General Director Tiziana Bianchi\, Administrative Director of the Abruzzo Campus Adriano De Santis\, Dean Gloria Malatesta\, the Artistic Director of the Audiovisual Reportage program Francesca Mannocchi\, and local institutional representatives. Excerpts from films produced by the students will also be screened. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/graduation-ceremony-of-the-experimental-center-for-cinematography-abruzzo-campus/ LOCATION:Park Auditorium – Renzo Piano\, Avenue of the Gold Medals\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Award Ceremony ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/consegna-diplomi-centro-sperimentale-cinematografia.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CSC Experimental Center for Cinematography%2C Abruzzo Branch":MAILTO:laquila@fondazionecsc.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260629T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260629T210000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101736 CREATED:20260608T151937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T151937Z UID:6914-1782766800-1782766800@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Concert by the Generale Street Band in Coppito - CostellAzioni Project DESCRIPTION:As part of CostellAzioni – Festival of L’Aquila’s Identity\, the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, brings an evening of live music to Coppito featuring the Generale Street Band\, one of Italy’s most beloved Vasco Rossi tribute bands\, with Francesco Cassano\, Vincenzo Rutigliano\, Mimmo Nobile\, Leonardo Cristallo\, Checco Sacchetti\, Leonardo Conca\, Karen Uribazo\, and Sergio Fanelli\, also known as “the General.” \nThe concert brings all the energy\, songs\, and soul of an artist who has left his mark on decades of Italian musical history right into the heart of the village\, transforming Murata Gigotti Park into the most rock-and-roll stage in the L’Aquila area. An evening to sing\, be moved\, and come together\, in the belief that music and culture are tools for social cohesion and collective identity. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/concert-by-the-generale-street-band-in-coppito-costellazioni-project/ LOCATION:Murata Gigotti Park\, Murata Gigotti Park\, Coppito\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/coppito-progetto-costellazioni.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of L'Aquila":MAILTO:protocollo@comune.laquila.postecert.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260628T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260628T193000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101736 CREATED:20260624T114954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T114954Z UID:6950-1782675000-1782675000@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Setak in Concert in Bagno - CostellAzioni Project DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, CostellAzioni – Festival of L’Aquila’s Identity brings Setak’s music to one of the most evocative and iconic sites in the L’Aquila region: the area around Lake San Raniero andthe archaeological site of ancient Forcona\, where some of L’Aquila’s earliest historical roots lie. \nAt sunset\, the landscape\, archaeology\, music\, and light come together in a unique and unforgettable experience. The star of the evening is Setak\, a singer-songwriter from Abruzzo who is among the most authentic and original voices on the contemporary Italian music scene and winner of the 2024 Targa Tenco Award for Best Album in Dialect. His repertoire draws deeply on the musical and linguistic roots of Abruzzo\, reinterpreting them in a new form that speaks to a wide audience without betraying the deep-rooted identity from which it springs. \nThe concert is part of the CostellAzioni initiative\, which brings the L’Aquila 2026 program to the region’s founding sites\, transforming every village and every landscape into a stage for vibrant\, participatory culture. \nTickets are available at www.costellazionilaquila.it URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/setak-in-concert-in-bagno-costellazioni-project/ LOCATION:Lake San Raniero\, Civita di Bagno\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/1366x768-100.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of L'Aquila":MAILTO:protocollo@comune.laquila.postecert.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260628T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260628T180000 DTSTAMP:20260801T101736 CREATED:20260623T143743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T143743Z UID:6948-1782669600-1782669600@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Open Palaces - "Aquila Angioina" Conference DESCRIPTION:AQUILA ANGIOINA \nDr. Alessio Rotellini – University of Tor Vergata\, Rome \n12th Conference on the History of L’Aquila and Its Territory as part of the Dimore Culturali project\norganized by ADSI Abruzzo and the Angelo de Nardis Association of Prata ETS \nRESERVATIONS REQUIRED VIA E-MAIL: archeoclublaquila@gmail.com URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/open-palaces-aquila-angioina-conference/ LOCATION:Palazzo de’ Nardis\, 9 Via San Marciano\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/conferenza-la-fondazione-dellaquila.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Angelo de Nardis ETS Association - A.D.S.I. Abruzzo":MAILTO:info@palazzonardis.it END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR