September 23 - An Italian Celebration
September 23 - An Italian Celebration at the San Francisco Symphony. Michael Tilson Thomas and the SF Symphony showcase the many facets of Italian music - from its sweeping drama to moments of delicate beauty and lighthearted joy. Hear Verdi's show-stopping Te Deum, alongside Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble The Swingle Singers, SF Sym...
Italian Community Services' 97th Anniversary Dinner
The Italian Community Services in San Francisco are celebrating their 97th anniversary at their annual dinner in October. They will be honoring the Director of the San Francisco Opera, Maestro Nicola Luisotti. The dinner will be preceded by cocktails. WHEN: October 27th WHERE: Ritz Carlton Hotel - San Francisco, CA TIME: 6:00 pm For mor...
La Ciociara: special screening of the masterpiece starring Sofia Loren
On the occasion of the World Premiere of Marco Tutino and Fabio Ceresa's opera La Ciociara at SF Opera, the Italian Cultural Institute of SF will present a special screening of the 1960 film of the same title by Vittorio De Sica, starring Sofia Loren. Sunday, May 31 – 6:30pmNew People Cinema - 1746 Post St, San Francisco Tickets: $20...
New Italian Cinema (NICE) This Week in San Francisco
by Mauro Battocchi Get ready Italian cinema lovers! NICE is kicking off today with Silvio Soldini's comedic look at contemporary Italian society called Garibaldi's Lovers. The director himself is expected to attend the screening at the Clay Theater (2261 Fillmore Street) at 6:15 PM. For a full synopsis of the film, click here. Also, it's n...
2014 Newport Beach Film Festival Italian Spotlight
From April 24th - May 1st, 2014, the 15th annual Newport Beach Film Festival will showcase over 300 films from across the globe and host a wide array of multicultural events. Celebrated as Orange County's premiere film event, the Newport Beach Film Festival attracts over 53,000 attendees from around the world who come together to experience the ult...
Little Italy Summer Film Festival
The Little Italy Summer Film Festival will show every Saturday* starting July 6th and held at the Amici Park Amphitheater (W. Date & State Streets). It may be chilly, so be sure to bring a light jacket or blanket to keep yourself warm. No alcoholic beverages or animals permitted. Dates / Films Saturday, July 6th / Benvenuti al Sud H...
Center Stage Opera Presents AMICI DELLA MUSICA at Buon Gusto, 7/13
Enjoy an unforgettable night out on July 13 at Buon Gusto Ristorante, 15535 Devonshire in Mission Hills. Ana and company at Buon Gusto will provide a sumptuous Italian feast, including salad, dessert, coffee, tea, iced tea, and your choice of entree: Baked Penne al Forno, Chicken Marsala, or Stuffed Fillet of Sole. The musical feast will b...
Redlands Bowl to host night of Italian music
By Michael Hardin "The reason we got interested in Italian music is because it's so tuneful. I mean, the great operas are all so gorgeous; Puccini, Donizetti. All of the stuff written in the Italian language; it's such a gorgeous language to speak and sing," said David Shenton, violinist/pianist and member of O Sole Trio, the Redlands Bowl...
Auguri! San Diego Italian Film Festival Turns 10
By Beth Accomando, Rebecca Romani San Diego Italian Film Festival (SDIFF) throws a 10th anniversary birthday bash with some intriguing new films. There's always something to cheer about when a film festival hits its 10-year mark. One has a sense the festival is here to stay and a hope that it is settling into what promises to be a vib...
Los Angeles: il cinema di animazione italiano incontra quello americano
Il cinema di animazione italiano si incontra con quello americano: ne nasce una serata speciale, organizzata dall'Istituto italiano di cultura a Los Angeles, in collaborazione con il dipartimento di Animazione dell'Art Institute of California di Los Angeles e la rivista online Cinema Without Border. Nel corso dell'evento sono stati presentati una s...
The Italian Spotlight at the Newport Beach Film Festival
Ready for one of the most fun events of the season? The Newport Beach Film Festival is only 2 weeks away! Every year the Festival brings to Southern California over 52,000 attendees, for a short break from the daily routine. Some love staying for the entire week, some others just stay for a night. But all of them enjoy the unique atmosphere of New...
An afternoon of Italian music featuring Gloria Acerboni
Gloria Acerboni is a soprano with an enchanting and melodic voice. She studied in the Bel Canto tradition in Italy where she was born and performed in the greater Milan area for several years. She will share her love of classical and popular music with a selection from her wide repertoire. Accompanist Paul Orella is a fine musician in his...