PAROLE 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 […]
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READING 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 […]
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PANEL | 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 […]
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INKWAVES – 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 […]
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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 […]
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HIGH NOTES I Erica Piccotti (Cello)- Leonardo Pierdomenico (Piano)
HIGH NOTES A New Generation of Italian Musicians Erica Piccotti, cello Leonardo Pierdomenico, piano perform: M. Castelnuovo-Tedesco: I nottambuli, Variazioni fantastiche op. 47 S. Barber: Sonata Op. 6 in C minor for cello and piano I. Allegro ma non troppo II. Adagio III. Allegro appassionato Enrico Scaccaglia (1989): New work for cello and piano (2026), World premiere performance I. Stravinskij: Suite […]
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HIGH NOTES | Lucilla Mariotti, violin & Alessio Enea, piano
HIGH NOTES A New Generation of Italian Musicians Lucilla Mariotti, violin Alessio Enea, piano Perform: Echoes of Salons Gershwin: Summertime (from Porgy and Bess) D’Ambrosio: Canzonetta; Romanza, Op. 9; Two Pieces, Op. 38 1. Aveu 2. Le Rouet; Rêverie in A major Wieniawski: Polonaise de concert in D major, Op. 4 Respighi: Romanza and Aubade […]
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HIGH NOTES | Giuseppe Gibboni, violin & Carlotta Dalia, guitar
HIGH NOTES A New Generation of Italian Musicians Giuseppe Gibboni, violin Carlotta Dalia, guitar perform: Paganini: Sonatina in E minor Op. 3 n. 6 I Andante II Allegro vivo e spiritoso Tartini: Sonata in G minor The devil’s trill Ernst: The last rose of summer for solo violin Castelnuovo-Tedesco: Siciliana from Sonatina Op. 205; […]
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