Regards italiens de Montréal – Screening of the film “La sarrasine” by Paul Tana at the Cinéma Public
In Montreal in 1904, Giuseppe and Ninetta run a boarding house where they take in their Sicilian compatriots. One day, Giuseppe comes to the defence of one of his boarders and accidentally kills Théo, the son-in-law of his best French-Canadian friend. This tragedy exacerbates tensions between ethnic groups and changes the destiny of many. Saturday […]
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Reading circle “L’isola delle anime – L’Île des âmes” by Piergiorgio Pulixi
In collaboration with ‘Lisez l’Europe’, the reading circle dedicated to the novel ‘L’isola delle anime’ by the famous crime writer Piergiorgio Pulixi. Attendants will have the honour of conversing with the author, who will be present for the occasion. In a Sardinia tormented by bloody and inexplicable murders, the novel tells the story of Maria Rais and Eva […]
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Sardinia: rites, mysteries and revenge – Memories and sociopolitical aspects of a complex island
At first glance, Sardinia is made up of crystal-clear beaches, rich gastronomic traditions, and incredible landscapes, making it a well-known tourist destination frequented by many travelers. However, this sunny view overlooks more complex aspects of some areas of the island, especially inland. Some areas of Sardinia, in fact, have been characterized-especially in the past-by a […]
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Concert by the pianist Adalberto Maria Riva – Italian Language Week in the World – XXIV edition
For the 2024 edition, the Italian Cultural Institute of Montreal, the Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal and the Consulate General of Italy in Montreal are pleased to invite you to a unique musical journey of Italian-Swiss works performed by pianist Adalberto Maria Riva. Thursday October 17th 2024 – 7pm [Doors open at 6:30pm] Free […]
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Benedetto Lupo, piano – Italian Days
The renowned pianist Benedetto Lupo prepares a memorable return to Bourgie Hall. Among other highlights, he gives us works by Nino Rota, the Italian composer and conductor immortalized in the cinematic works of Fellini. Friday October 18th 2024 – 7:30pm Salle Bourgie 1339 Sherbrooke St W, Montreal TICKETS PROGRAM SCRIABIN Twenty-Four Preludes, Op. 11 CASELLA […]
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Quartetto Noûs – Puccini and Chamber Music – Italian Days
Though he is inextricably linked to opera, in his youth Puccini also wrote remarkable works for string quartet. The youthful and dynamic Quartetto Noûs brings these works to life in an evening adorned with the colours of Italy. Saturday October 19th 2024 – 7:30pm Bourgie Hall 1339 Sherbrooke St W, Montreal TICKETS ARTISTS Quartetto Noûs […]
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La Fonte Musica – Enigma Fortuna – Baroque and Early Music – Italian Days
For their first appearance in Montreal, the ensemble La Fonte Musica presents the visionary composer Zacara da Teramo, who truly bridged the Middle Ages and the Renaissance in works where vitality, exuberance, and eccentricity all come together. Sunday October 20th 2024 – 2:30pm Salle Bourgie 1339 Sherbrooke St W, Montreal TICKETS ARTISTS La Fonte Musica […]
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Quartetto Noûs – Festival des musiques de création 2024
The Quartetto Noûs – one of Italy’s finest string quartets – makes a stop in Chicoutimi during its Canadian tour! A concert of top-notch modern and contemporary music, featuring Shostakovich’s Quartet No. 4, Bartók’s Quartet No. 1 and Italian composer Silvia Colasanti’s Due destini. Sunday, October 20, 2024 – 7 p.m. – Tickets Studio Desjardins […]
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Master class – La Fonte Musica – Baroque and Early Music – Italian Days
The members of La Fonte Musica offer their expertise and coach advanced students in a performance master class open to the public. Seize this wonderful opportunity to observe high-level music training at work, and approach the Renaissance repertoire from a different angle, guided by the founder of the ensemble La Fonte Musica. Tickets are for […]
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”Retour en Italie”
RETOUR EN ITALIE is a film cycle created in collaboration with the Cinéma du Musée. You’ll discover the Canadian premiere of a wide selection of award-winning feature films and documentaries by young and established Italian directors. Don’t miss your chance to see the best of Italian cinema in Montreal. The screenings will be presented in the […]
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