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The Balletto di Roma company was founded in 1960 through the artistic partnership of two icons of Italian dance, Franca Bartolomei and Walter Zappolini. Since its inception, the company has been dedicated to producing and promoting original Italian dance across Europe and around the world. Its repertoire today is rooted in tradition yet open to inn...

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Operagoers have been warned they will be banned from entering Milan’s prestigious La Scala theatre if they turn up wearing shorts, tank tops or flip-flops. Kimonos, however, are acceptable. The venue’s management team reminded people how not to dress for an opera after complaints that some spectators were donning attire more suitable for the beach....

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Liscio music is a distinctly Italian style of dance music, with an important place in the social and cultural life of many regions of the country, particularly in the north; born in Emilia-Romagna in the 19th century, liscio is a tradition, a form of popular entertainment, and a reflection of how the rhythms of rural and urban Italian society chang...

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Join Italian Charities of America For A Documentary Film Screening of Musical Journeys with the Black Madonna in Southern Italy & A Southern Italian Folk Music Concert by Alessandra Belloni & I Giullari Di Piazza. In-Person Event on Saturday, June 7 at 7:00pm - Doors Open at 6:30pm. 83-20 Queens Blvd, Elmhurst, NY. Click Here To Reserve Your Seat....

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It was a fine day at the Italian Center as the second annual Italian Automotive Festival saw a record crowd of people attend. There was a mountain of pasta washed down with Italian beer and lots of wine flowing. The theme of this years Show was "MADE IN ITALY" featuring Classic Italian cars and a fleet of Vespa Motor Scooters and Ducati Motorcycles...

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Diego Salterini, cofounder of Dance NOW! Miami, describes his latest choreographic work, “Terra Mia | My Land,” as an exploration of feeling and place. The 30-minute abstract ballet gets it inspiration from Salterini’s Italian roots. “Italy is a dance of contrasts: haute couture alongside ancient cobblestones, a young artist harmonizing with the le...

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When we think of Italy, we often picture its rich cuisine, stunning landscapes, and world-famous art. But did you know that traditional Italian folk dances are just as much a part of the country’s cultural heritage? Across Italy, each region has developed its own unique traditional dance, deeply rooted in history and local traditions. A folk dance ...

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By popular demand, 54 Below once again opened its doors to the spirited celebration of Italian-American musical heritage with That’s Amore. This vibrant evening served as a heartfelt showcase for a new generation of outstanding Italian-American talent, each performer breathing new life into beloved classics made famous by legendary voices of the pa...

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Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino (CGS), Italy’s longest-running traditional music ensemble, will mark its 50th anniversary with a U.S. tour in spring 2025. The tour, running through March and April, includes performances in Chicago, New York City, and appearances at both the Big Ears and Savannah Music Festivals. Founded in 1975 by writer Rina Durant...

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Today, Roberto Bolle turns 50. He is a symbol of dance in Italy and around the world. Roberto was born in Casale Monferrato, in the province of Alessandria (Piedmont), on March 26, 1970. From a young age, he developed a passion for dance, enrolling in a dance school in Vercelli at the age of 6. Then, at 12, he auditioned for the Ballet School of La...

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