italian cultural week

1 June - 8 June

italian cultural week

june
2025
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June 1, sunday – Catholic Church (Rruga e Kavajës) – Tirana, 20:00
June 2, monday – Amphitheater – Durrës, 19:00
CONCERT BY THE MAGNA GRECIA YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Tiranë-Durrës
The Magna Grecia Youth Orchestra represents a cultural excellence of the Apulia region. It was established with the aim of promoting and developing musical talent by encouraging broad youth participation and offering significant opportunities for artistic and cultural growth and education.The orchestra is composed of young talents, primarily from Apulia and the surrounding regions.
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Monday Time: 18:00
FASHION CHAT WITH YOUNG DESIGNERS
 Coin – Tirana
Italian fashion is more than just an industry: it is an expression of cultural identity, artisanal craftsmanship, and refined aesthetics that have characterized Italy for decades. Internationally renowned for its elegance, quality, and timeless style, Italian fashion remains a source of inspiration not only for past generations but also for those to come. Today, this rich tradition is being reinterpreted by a new generation of designers – young talents who approach fashion with boldness and creativity, preserving the essence of Italian heritage while infusing it with innovation, experimentation, and a contemporary vision.
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Monday Time: 18:00
Concert by “Neri per caso”
 Lungomare – Vlora
A special and emotional concert that brings to the stage one of the most beloved groups in Italian music, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their historic victory at the Sanremo Festival in 1995. An evening to share the emotion of songs that have left a lasting mark, to sing together as one, and to experience up close the magic of the Italian music repertoire.
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Monday, Time 19:30
MArio Bondi Concert
 Tonin Harapi Hall – "Jordan Misja" Artistic High School – Tirana
The formation of the duo emerged as a natural development of a relationship built on mutual respect, understanding, and a deep sense of collaboration that arose between a teacher and one of his most talented students. This bond was nurtured during the student’s years at the Avellino Conservatory, where, in addition to the transmission of musical knowledge, a strong artistic and human connection was formed. This connection later materialized in the creation of this musical duo. It represents not only an artistic collaboration but also a success story born from dedication, passion, and the sharing of a common musical vision.
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Monday, Time 19:30
 Duo Lucio Matarazzo and Giovanni Masi
 Tonin Harapi Hall – "Jordan Misja" Artistic High School – Tirana
The formation of the duo emerged as a natural development of a relationship built on mutual respect, understanding, and a deep sense of collaboration that arose between a teacher and one of his most talented students. This bond was nurtured during the student’s years at the Avellino Conservatory, where, in addition to the transmission of musical knowledge, a strong artistic and human connection was formed. This connection later materialized in the creation of this musical duo. It represents not only an artistic collaboration but also a success story born from dedication, passion, and the sharing of a common musical vision.
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Wednesday  Time: 18:30
Concert – Aperitivo Italiano (jazz trio)
 "Margarita Tutulani "Cultural Center – Berat
The Italian trio “Aperitivo Italiano” comes to Berat for a special musical evening, where the sounds of jazz and soul will intertwine with the emotion of the most beloved songs of Italian pop music. This unique trio performs well-known pieces from the Italian repertoire in a new form, reimagining them through refined and stylish arrangements that convey the depth and finesse of the Italian musical tradition blended with contemporary inspirations.Following a successful tour across some of the most renowned international stages in Asia – including Abu Dhabi, Yerevan, Izmir, and other cities – “Aperitivo Italiano” has chosen the city of Berat as the next stop on their tour.
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Wednesday  Time: 15:00
 Prof. Gabriele Lelli Talks
Room B105 - Catholic University “Our Lady of Good Counsel”, Tiranë
The Faculty of Applied Sciences at the Catholic University “Our Lady of Good Counsel” is launching the Talks@Unizkm_2025 conference series with the theme “Contemporary Italian Architecture”—a space for dialogue and reflection on contemporary Italian architecture and its impact on today’s urban, social, and cultural landscape. This series of conferences aims to bring students, professionals, and the wider public closer to fresh perspectives through a lineup of guest professors from prestigious Italian universities, who will share their experiences, research, and latest projects in the field of architecture.
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June 4 – July 12  Time: 19:00
 Fabrizio Bellomo – Abito mari
 "Gocat" Gallery – Tirana
The solo exhibition of artist Fabrizio Bellomo at the GOCAT Gallery in Tirana unfolds as an artistic and reflective journey through the contemporary landscape of the Mediterranean region. Through his works, Bellomo explores the complex and often invisible relationships between humans and their surrounding environment, placing at the center the cultural and historical interconnections that link Puglia, Calabria, and Albania.The exhibition serves as a space for dialogue and contemplation on identity, belonging, and the mutual cultural influences within this geographically rich area, shaped by history and dynamic transformations.
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5-5
June 5 – July 5  Time: 19:00
ENZO CUCCHI - "I SOLI DI TUTTE LE TERRE"
 COD – Tirana
The anthological exhibition of Enzo Cucchi, one of the most prominent representatives of the Italian Transavanguardia movement, offers a detailed overview of the artistic journey of this creator from the Marche region. Through his works, the exhibition presents a rich panorama of the artistic and philosophical developments that have shaped Cucchi’s career, reflecting on the themes that have preoccupied him throughout his creative life.In addition, the exhibition draws a connection and a parallel between two historical and cultural realities: Italy in the 1980s and present-day Albania. Both societies are marked by a tension between the sacred and progress, between the inner spiritual world and the influences of modern globalization.
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Thursday  Time: 19:00
JOINT THEATRICAL PRODUCTION "ONORA TUO PADRE"
 "Zihni Sako" Theatre – Gjirokastër
This joint production between artists from Italy and Albania is the result of a creative intercultural collaboration that weaves together diverse experiences, perspectives, and stage traditions. The performance brings to the stage interwoven stories that reflect the complex dynamics of family life, intergenerational relationships, and the role of cultural heritage in shaping identity.Through a sensitive approach, “Onora tuo padre – Honor Your Father” explores themes such as parental authority, generational conflict, emotional bonds, and the tensions between past and present.
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Friday-sunday  Time: 20:00
 “Faust” by Davide Iodice
 ArTurbina – Tirana
“Faust” by director Davide Iodice will offer a new interpretation of Goethe’s classic work. The protagonist embodies the modern individual, willing to sell his soul for a moment of eternity. Featuring a renowned cast of Albanian actors and music by Lino Cannavacciuolo, the performance promises to captivate audienc

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