Madrid, the ‘Metamorfosis’ exhibition opens to the public
The Italian Cultural Institute of Madrid presents the exhibition “Metamorfosis. Las transformaciones de la belleza” (“Metamorphosis: The Transformations of Beauty”) by the Italian artist Andrea Crespi, curated by Clelia Patella, open to the public from today, 18 June, until 29 August 2026. Through painting, installation, sculpture and digital processes, Andrea Crespi explores the concept of […]
Read more
São Paulo, Third Italian Music Week with Venerus and Whitemary
The third Italian Music Week, an initiative of the Italian Cultural Institute of São Paulo in collaboration with the São Paulo SESC and produced by the SÙ Association for Culture and Education, featured two leading figures in the new Italian music scene, Venerus and Whitemary. Venerus opened his “Speriamo Tour” on May 26 at the […]
Read more
Brazil, two new murals by Edoardo Ettorre
The Italian Cultural Institute of São Paulo has commissioned two murals by artist Edoardo Ettorre, which highlight urban art as a space for connecting cultures, regions and human experiences. Realised in Fortaleza (Ceará) and São Paulo (SP), the murals “Gente di Mare” (Seafarers) and “Acolhida” (Acceptance) formed part of two distinct yet complementary projects, linked […]
Read more
Bratislava: “Coffee?… Italian!” exhibition inaugurated at the Slovak National Museum
On 9 June 2026, the exhibition “Coffee?… Italian!” was inaugurated at the Slovak National Museum in Bratislava, dedicated to the history, culture and design that have made coffee one of the most recognisable symbols of Made in Italy worldwide. The initiative was promoted by the Italian Cultural Institute of Bratislava and the Embassy of Italy […]
Read more
The May issue of the SFIM Newsletter is online
Every month the SFIM Newsletter delves into the latest news on Italian education abroad, ranging from the most relevant and interesting initiatives to the educational projects and cultural activities of the Italian Education System in the World. SFIM includes Italian schools and sections abroad, Italian language and culture courses, as well as lectureships and assistantships at foreign universities. This issue focuses on the large participation of public and students in the SFIM presentations at […]
Read more
Algiers: Republic Day celebrations with the Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino
On 2 June, at Villa Hesperia, the Residence of the Italian Ambassador to Algeria, Alessandra Schiavo, celebrations were held for the 80th anniversary of the Republic. The event brought together approximately 1,400 guests, including representatives of Algerian institutions, members of the diplomatic corps, the Italian community and figures from the economic and cultural spheres of […]
Read more
Copenhagen, Gianluca Luisi at the piano
The Italian Cultural Institute of Copenhagen and the Nielsen Saloner music association collaborated in presenting a recital by pianist Gianluca Luisi, one of the most distinguished Italian performers of his generation. Winner of the International J.S. Bach Competition Saarbrücken–Würzburg, Luisi has appeared throughout his career in some of the world’s most prestigious concert venues, including […]
Read more
Helsinki: Lia Pasqualino exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of the Republic
The Italian Embassy in Helsinki celebrated Italy’s Republic Day on 25 May at the Helsinki Music Centre Auditorium, a prestigious hub of Finland’s cultural life located in the heart of the capital. The reception marking the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic was centred, in the words of the Italian Ambassador Nicola Todaro Marescotti, on […]
Read more
Prague: Fibonacci Quartet in concert for the Borciani Prize
The Italian Cultural Institute of Prague and the “I Teatri di Reggio Emilia” Foundation hosted the presentation of the 14th edition of the Paolo Borciani Prize in the Institute’s Baroque chapel. The competition is scheduled to take place from 29 May to 6 June 2027 at the Teatro Municipale Valli in Reggio Emilia. The event […]
Read more
Algiers: sensory journeys with “The world of fragrances”
The Italian Cultural Institute of Algiers hosted the event “The world of fragrances”, dedicated to the world of fragrance creation, with the participation of Rafik Metidja, an internationally renowned perfumer and creator, who guided the audience on a fascinating journey through the history of perfume, interweaving stories, memories, curiosities and anecdotes linked to the art […]
Read more