CONCERT | Enrico Granafei: HarmoNY in the Big Apple
HarmoNY in the big apple A journey through sound, culture, and innovation. This special evening celebrates the music of Enrico Granafei, an artist whose path bridges classical tradition, jazz improvisation, and bold experimentation. From Italy to New York, and through his studies at the Manhattan School of Music with Toots Thielemans, Granafei has shaped a […]
Read moreINKWAVES – Nicola Lagioia on Gilead by Marilynne Robinson
Wednesday June 24, 2026 6:00 PM Nicola Lagioia on Gilead by Marilynne Robinson in conversation Claudio Pagliara We are pleased to host Nicola Lagioia at the Institute as one of the most important voices in contemporary Italian literature and culture. His presence is especially meaningful not only because of his literary achievements, but also […]
Read morePANEL | 250 Years of American Dream
The 250th anniversary of the United States comes at a time when transatlantic relations are facing significant challenges. Anti-American sentiment has resurfaced in parts of Europe, while many Americans have grown increasingly skeptical of the European model. Yet moments of tension and misunderstanding have recurred throughout the long history of the Atlantic alliance. What can […]
Read morePAROLE DANZANTI (Dancing Words)
Parole danzanti (Dancing Words) is a bilingual creative movement workshop designed for children aged 2 to 5. Through dance, music, and play, it introduces young children to the Italian language in a natural and engaging way. Created and led by Arianna Stendardo Gamble, a dancer, multidisciplinary artist, and educator, the workshop takes place every other […]
Read moreREADING IN ITALIAN
Children between the ages of 6 and 12 are invited to take part, accompanied by an adult, in a series of weekly reading sessions in Italian, created and led by Malina Mannarino. Each session will focus on a specific theme and will include: Readings from Italian children’s literature; Guided discussions; Creative, hands-on activities to enrich the […]
Read moreDocumentary | Ennio by Giuseppe Tornatore – 6:00 PM SOLD OUT – Seats still available at 3:00 PM
Due to overwhelming demand, the 6:00 PM screening in now SOLD OUT Seats are still available for the 3:00 PM screening. To RSVP, please click here We are delighted to invite you to a special screening of Ennio, the acclaimed documentary by Oscar-winning director Giuseppe Tornatore, dedicated to the life and music of Ennio Morricone. This […]
Read moreDocumentary | Ennio by Giuseppe Tornatore at 3:00 PM
We are delighted to invite you to a special screening of Ennio, the acclaimed documentary by Oscar-winning director Giuseppe Tornatore, dedicated to the life and music of Ennio Morricone. This documentary screening details the life and legacy of Ennio Morricone, who stood at the crossroads of Italian tradition and American imagination. His music shaped the identity […]
Read moreTHEATER I Lu Santo Jullàre Françesco with Matthias Martelli
On the 100th anniversary of the birth of Dario Fo, the Italian Cultural Institute of New York presents Lu Santo Jullàre Françesco, in the version directed and performed by Matthias Martelli, widely regarded as the heir to the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. Martelli brings to life a portrait of a contemporary Francis—madcap, essential, and brilliantly unconventional. […]
Read moreSail4th 250: Amerigo Vespucci and the Tall Ships Parade
As part of the celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the United States, the Italian Cultural Institute of New York is proud to host a special evening dedicated to the participation of the Amerigo Vespucci in the Sail4th 250 Tall Ships Parade, one of the signature events of the national commemoration. The evening will feature […]
Read moreMUSICALISINASCE
Musicalisinasce is a program created for the youngest children. Two 45-minute sessions are scheduled based on age groups: 10:00 – 10:45 AM for children ages 0–2 and 11:00 – 11:45 AM for children ages 3–5. Parents or caregivers are required to stay during the session. The program, designed to encourage socialization and early development through the universal language […]
Read more