Febbraio-Marzo 2025

Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego

Frieze Los Angeles Art Fair
Italian Gallery at the Fair: Massimo De Carlo Gallery – Milan
More info & Tickets

Art Exhibition – The Marks of our Time Jan.18th – February 22nd 2025
825 Gallery – 825 N. La Cienega Blvd Los Angeles 11am to 5 pm
Organized by Los Angeles Art Association
www.laaa.org

FILMING ITALY
The 10th edition of Filming Italy – Los Angeles will take place from February 19 to 22, 2025, across multiple venues and online. The festival highlights Italy as a premier film location while promoting the internationalization of Italian cinema and audiovisual productions. This year’s program will feature exclusive premieres, restored classics, TV series, and short films.
Organized by Tiziana Rocca, Agnus Dei in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute in Los Angeles and APA (Audiovisual Producers Association) and under the auspices of the Consulate General of Italy in Los Angeles.
FEBRUARY 19 – 22, 2025
VARIOUS LOCATIONS & ONLINE (Mymovies.it)
More info

Los Angeles Italia Film Festival – Los Angeles (February 23 – March 1, 2025)
The Los Angeles Italia Film Festival honors the best of Italian and Italian-American culture through movies and performances during the pre-Oscar week. Events are open to the public free of charge.
Organized by Istituto Capri nel mondo with the support of the Ministry of Culture, the patronage of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy, and the participation of the Consulate General of Italy in Los Angeles, the Italian Trade Commission (ICE), and the Italian Cultural Institute.
Los Angeles Italia Film Festival

A Conversation with Italian Writer Beatrice Salvioni
March 1 | 9:00 am – 10:00 am PST
An online reading by the author, followed by a discussion on 1930s Italy, current Italian literature, and friendship.
The Italian Cultural Center of San Diego (ICC) is thrilled to announce that the celebrated Italian writer Beatrice Salvioni will join us from Italy for an-hour long online discussion about her recent book, La Malnata (The Cursed Friend).
The book is available in both Italian and English. However, the conversation will be fascinating whether you have read the book or not.
The event will be in Italian. Free of charge for La Malnata Book Club Participants. $10 Suggested donation for everyone else.
This event will be on Zoom. Link will be shared before the event with those who sign up. Info : www.icc-sd.org/events

Comics & the Italian Language with Antonio Iannotta
March 29 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm PDT
St. Joseph’s Cathedral (Auditorium) 1535 Third Ave, San Diego, California, United States
A presentation about Italian comic books from “Corriere dei Piccoli” to “Gipi” with USD Professor Antonio Iannotta, with bites to followHow has the Italian language historically been used and how is it used today in a complex audiovisual medium such as comics?
Free – $28.52
Info : www.icc-sd.org/events

Space and Culture: An Italian Perspective -March 15th 10am to 1 pm
MUSCO CENTER for THE ARTS 
Location: 337 N. Cypress St., Orange, CA 92866. Parking is available in the driveway.
Info: here
Phone: 714-997-6812
Email: ticketing@chapman.edu

Other Events

ITALIAN INSTITUTE of CULTURE LOS ANGELES
Please check events at www.iiclosangeles.esteri.it

ITALIAN INSTITUTE of CULTURE SAN FRANCISCO 


Please check events at https://iicsanfrancisco.esteri.it/it/

IAMLA MUSEUM
Please check events at www.iamla.org

Italy

Art

Miró: The Dream Maker – Rome (Until February 23, 2025)
The Historic Infantry Museum features an exhibition showcasing works by Joan Miró, highlighting his imaginative and dreamlike creations.
Rome Museums Information

Roma Pittrice: Women Artists in Rome – Rome (Until March 23, 2025)
Palazzo Braschi presents an all-women exhibition highlighting the contributions of female artists in Rome from the 16th to the 19th century.
Palazzo Braschi Official Website

Guido Guidi: With Time, 1956–2024 – Rome (Until April 20, 2025)
MAXXI showcases the most comprehensive exhibition to date of Guido Guidi, a master of photography, spanning his extensive career.
MAXXI Official Website

Salvador Dalí: Between Art and Myth – Rome (January 25 – July 27, 2025)
The Historic Infantry Museum presents an exhibition exploring the surreal world of Salvador Dalí, featuring a collection of his masterpieces that blend reality with imagination.
Turismo Roma Official Website

Titian, Lotto, Crivelli, and Guercino: Masterpieces from the Pinacoteca of Ancona – Rome (November 26, 2024 – March 30, 2025)
The Capitoline Museums host an exhibition showcasing significant works by renowned artists, offering insights into the rich artistic heritage of the Marche region.
Capitoline Museums Official Website

Origins and Splendors of the Farnese Collection in 17th Century Rome – Rome (February 11 – May 18, 2025)
The Capitoline Museums delve into the origins and magnificence of the Farnese art collection, highlighting its impact on 17th-century Roman art and culture.
Capitoline Museums Official Website

Il Tempo del Futurismo – Rome (December 3, 2024 – February 28, 2025)
The Galleria Nazionale celebrates Italy’s first historical avant-garde movement of the 20th century, showcasing works that capture the dynamism and innovation of Futurism.
Galleria Nazionale Official Website

Franco Fontana Retrospective – Rome (December 13, 2024 – August 31, 2025)
The Ara Pacis Museum presents a major monographic exhibition featuring over 200 photographs by Franco Fontana, illustrating his unique perspective and contributions to photography.
Ara Pacis Museum Official Website

Under the Sign of Capricorn: Painting in the Age of Hadrian – Tivoli (December 18, 2024 – March 30, 2025)
Villa Adriana hosts an exhibition exploring the artistic expressions during Emperor Hadrian’s reign, highlighting the cultural and aesthetic developments of the period.
Villa Adriana Official Website

In a Light Breeze: Conversation Piece – Part X – Rome (December 14, 2025 March 30, 2025)
Fondazione Memmo’s annual exhibition cycle features contemporary artists narrating the city’s art scene, focusing on the activities of foreign academies and institutions in Rome.
Fondazione Memmo Official Website

Warhol and Banksy – Rome (December 20, 2024 – June 6, 2025)
WeGil presents an exhibition juxtaposing the works of Andy Warhol and Banksy, exploring the intersections of pop art and street art in contemporary culture.
WeGil Official Website

Balloon Museum: EuphoЯia – Art is in the Air – Rome (December 20, 2024 – March 30, 2025)
The Roma Convention Center La Nuvola hosts an immersive exhibition featuring large-scale balloon and inflatable art installations, creating a whimsical and interactive experience for visitors.
Balloon Museum Official Website

Memorabile – Ipermoda – Rome (November 27, 2024 – March 23, 2025)
MAXXI explores the evolution of fashion, presenting an exhibition that delves into the relationship between fashion and art, and the impact of hyper-modernity on design.
MAXXI Official Website

Caravaggio: The Unveiled Portrait – Rome (November 23, 2024 – February 23, 2025)
The Galleria Nazionale di Arte Antica at Palazzo Barberini hosts an exhibition uncovering new insights into Caravaggio’s life and work, featuring recently attributed paintings and historical documents.
Palazzo Barberini Official Website

Impressionists in Normandy: Monet, Bonnard, Corot, Courbet – Florence (November 21, 2024 – May 4, 2025)
The Museo degli Innocenti features an exhibition highlighting the works of Impressionist painters inspired by the landscapes of Normandy, showcasing masterpieces by Monet, Bonnard, Corot, and Courbet.
Museo degli Innocenti Official Website

Officina Bardini: The Art of Wood – Florence (November 22, 2024 – February 24, 2025)
The Stefano Bardini Museum hosts an exhibition dedicated to the art of woodworking, featuring intricate carvings and sculptures that highlight the craftsmanship of Italian artisans.
Museo Stefano Bardini Official Website

MP5: The Third Dimension – Florence (Until March 2, 2025)
Museo Novecento presents a site-specific work by contemporary artist MP5, exploring the interplay between two-dimensional and three-dimensional forms in modern art.
Museo Novecento Official Website

Banksy in the Eternal City – Rome (February 1 – May 31, 2025)
Palazzo Cipolla hosts an exhibition featuring works by Banksy, focusing on his provocative social and political commentary through street art.
Palazzo Cipolla Official Website

Music

William Fitzsimmons – Rome (February 20, 2025)
The American singer-songwriter will deliver an intimate acoustic performance at Auditorium Parco della Musica – Teatro Studio Borgna.
William Fitzsimmons Tour

Abba Dream – Florence (February 21, 2025)
A tribute band celebrating the timeless music of ABBA will perform at Teatro Cartiere Carrara.
Abba Dream Tour

Pink Sonic – Florence (February 22, 2025)
A tribute to Pink Floyd will take place at Teatro Aurora in Scandicci, near Florence.
Pink Sonic Tour

Opera

Die Walküre – Milan (February 5 – 23, 2025)
Richard Wagner’s “Die Walküre,” the second opera in the Ring Cycle, is performed at Teatro alla Scala, conducted by Christian Thielemann with direction by David McVicar.
Teatro alla Scala Official Website

Lucrezia Borgia – Rome (February 16 – 23, 2025)
Gaetano Donizetti’s tragic opera, “Lucrezia Borgia,” is staged at Teatro dell’Opera di Roma.
Teatro dell’Opera di Roma Official Website

La Traviata – Rome (Various dates in February 2025)
Verdi’s “La Traviata” is performed at St. Paul’s Within the Walls, with multiple performances throughout the month.
Rome Opera Tickets

The Barber of Seville – Venice (February 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 2025)
Gioachino Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville” is presented by Musica a Palazzo at Palazzo Barbarigo-Minotto.
Venice Opera Tickets

Rigoletto – Venice (February 14, 16, 19, 25, 28, 2025)
Giuseppe Verdi’s “Rigoletto” is performed at Gran Teatro La Fenice, with select performances throughout February.
Venice Opera Tickets

Puccini & Mozart – Lucca (February 7, 14, 21, 28, 2025)
A concert showcasing compositions by Puccini and Mozart at Oratorio di San Giuseppe.
Opera Tickets Italy

Ballet and Dance

Kratz / Preljocaj / de Bana – Milan (February 28 – March 12, 2025)
A triple bill showcasing choreographies by Philippe Kratz, Angelin Preljocaj, and Patrick de Bana, performed at Teatro alla Scala.
Teatro alla Scala – Kratz / Preljocaj / de Bana

Danzainfiera – Florence (February 21 – 23, 2025)
The largest international event dedicated to dance, encompassing various styles with workshops, performances, and exhibitions at Fortezza da Basso.
Danzainfiera Official Website

Fashion

Milano Fashion Week  February 25th to March 3rd
Piazza Duomo, 31 – 20122 Milano
Info : www.milanofashionweek.cameramoda.it/en

Other (Food, Wine, Sports)

Milano-Sanremo Cycling Race – Milan to Sanremo (February 22, 2025)
One of the longest professional one-day races, covering approximately 300 kilometers from Milan to Sanremo, attracting top cyclists worldwide.
Milano-Sanremo Official Website

Venice Carnival Regatta – Venice (February 23, 2025)
A traditional rowing competition held during the Venice Carnival, featuring colorful boats and rowers in historical costumes navigating the Grand Canal.
Venice Carnival Official Website