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Foligno Theatre Season Promises “Meeting with the Public” Amidst Rise of Digital Entertainment
A vibrant new theater season is set to unfold in Foligno, Italy, offering a diverse program of performances designed to reaffirm the enduring power of live theater in an increasingly digital world. created by the Stabile dell’Umbria in collaboration with the Municipality, the season emphasizes connection and artistic quality for audiences of all ages.
The upcoming lineup,as detailed in a recent declaration,aims to counter the dominance of screens by providing “a place where every evening something really happens,and it only happens there,” according to a senior official with the Teatro Stabile dell’Umbria (tsu). A local councilor for culture echoed this sentiment, describing the season as a “rich, diversified proposal of high artistic quality” and a “essential cultural presence” within the community.
Did you know?– Commedia dell’Arte, featured in “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead,” is an Italian theatrical form characterized by improvisation and stock characters. It flourished from the 16th to 18th centuries.
The season will officially launch on Tuesday, November 18th, at 9 p.m. at the Politeama Clarici with a production of “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead,” featuring performances by Francesco Pannofino,Francesco Acquaroli,and Paolo Sassanelli. The director, Alberto Rizzi, promises “a new and entertaining show” that blends the wit of English verbal humor with the physicality of commedia dell’Arte.
December will bring a new Tsu production,”Oltre. How 16+29 people crossed the Andean disaster,” to the Politeama on December 17th. Conceived and directed by Fabiana Iacozzilli, the performance will uniquely combine puppet theater and narration.
pro tip:– Puppet theater, or puppetry, uses inanimate objects to create the illusion of living beings. It’s a global art form with roots in ancient civilizations.
The new year will see a range of compelling performances. On January 14th, Giampaolo Morelli, accompanied by Sergio Colicchio’s music, will present “Inconvenient truths and 3 true stories,” a personal monologue described as “caustic, biting and sincere.” A special matinee performance of Roberto Latini’s contemporary reinterpretation of Jean Anouilh’s “Antigone” will be held on Tuesday, January 20th, at 11:30 a.m. at the San Domenico Auditorium.
February and March will showcase a series of renowned actors at the Politeama Clarici. On February 10th, silvio Orlando will star in Pirandello’s “Il beretto a sonagli,” directed by andrea Baracco. Lella Costa will then take the stage on March 4th as “Lysistrata” in Aristophanes’ classic comedy, lauded for its enduring satirical relevance.
Claudio Bisio will perform “My life told badly,” adapted from the works of Francesco Piccolo, on March 17th. The performance is described as a blend of coming-of-age story, biography, and humorous anecdotes. April 22nd will feature a shift in genre with “La Duse – Nuovi Opera,” a dance performance choreographed by Adriano bolognino and Rosaria Di maro and produced by the Opus Ballet Company.
Reader question:– What is “live performance”? It refers to theatrical events experienced in person,fostering a unique connection between performers and audience.
The season will culminate on Thursday, May 7th, at the San Domenico Auditorium with Alessandro Bergonzoni’s new monologue, “Arrivano i Thus (Avannotti, sole Blu and the story of the young Saracinesca).” This performance is billed as a unique and engaging experience, combining humor, social commentary, and insightful reflections.
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