Napoli on the Road by Michele Pascarella
Friday 3 October, 6.30pm Napoli on the Road Michele Pascarella in conversation with Gail Anderson On the occasion of the 10th edition of the Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World, ICI London is pleased to host a conversation between Michele Pascarella and Gail Anderson, following the publication of Pascarella’s book Napoli on the […]
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New Italian Stories: Stranizza d’amuri (Fireworks) by Giuseppe Fiorello
Thursday 2 October, 6pm at ICI London New Italian Stories: Stranizza d’amuri (Fireworks) by Giuseppe Fiorello Part of the new film screening series: New Italian Stories, a project that showcases contemporary cinematic gems from Italy. The series aims to spotlight remarkable, and often overlooked, films that reflect the richness and evolution of Italian cinema. Introduction […]
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Carlo Levi and Power in Society
ICI London and Italian Studies Library Group 2025 Mario Casalini Lecture are proud to present “Carlo Levi and Power in Society” Mussolini’s regime, defined as totalitarian, aimed to dominate every sphere of the life of the citizen, a process Carlo Levi defined as the divinizzazione dello Stato. However, his observations on life in Gagliano where […]
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The Italian Library #14. Notes and Words: The Story of the Great Italian Singer-Songwriters
The series “The Italian Library” continues at the Italian Cultural Institute in London in collaboration with Ornella Tarantola. The Italian Library #14 Tuesday 23 September 2025 Notes and Words: The Story of the Great Italian Singer-Songwriters From Bennato to Luigi Tenco, from Milan to Naples, passing through Genoa, Bologna and Rome. This evening we will talk […]
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DIARIES. Perspectives on Photography. Francesco Zizola and Stuart Franklin in Conversation
A special event dedicated to contemporary photography is coming to the Italian Cultural Institute in London. On the occasion of the publication of Diaries by Francesco Zizola (Yogurt Editions, 2025), curated by Francesco Rombaldi, renowned Italian photographer Francesco Zizola will be joined by acclaimed British photographer Stuart Franklin for an exclusive talk on Monday 22 […]
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The Writer in the Trees by Duccio Chiarini
Friday 19 September, 6.30pm The Writer in the Trees A documentary by Duccio Chiarini dedicated to Italo Calvino ICI London remembers the great Italian writer Italo Calvino (15 October 1923 – 19 September 1985) on the 40th anniversary of his death. Duccio Chiarini’s documentary highlights one of Calvino’s most celebrated works, The Baron in the […]
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Italia. Pensiero, futuro #4. Roberto Navigli in conversation with Massimo Sebastiani
“Italia. Pensiero, futuro” is a series of events curated by the Director of the Italian Cultural Institute of London, Francesco Bongarrà, and journalist Massimo Sebastiani. Italy’s vibrancy and diversity are not only reflected in its art, landscapes, and cuisine. Since the post-war period and particularly in recent years, the country’s renowned creativity and dynamism have […]
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FASHION DIALOGUES. The Beauty Series #1 – HAIR. Dora Roberti in conversation with Matteo Augello
The FASHION DIALOGUES return at the Italian Cultural Institute in London with a series dedicated to BEAUTY. Fashion historian Matteo Augello will interview inspiring guests to explore the many facets of the beauty industry and culture. Timed to coincide with the beginning of the London Fashion Week, the new season kicks off with the talented […]
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The Brilliant Industry: Design, Art & Architecture
Italian Cultural Institute London, the Italian Trade Agency London Office and INTERNI Magazine are pleased to invite you to the talk “The Brilliant Industry: Design, Art & Architecture” on the occasion of London Design Festival (13 – 21 September 2025). After the welcoming of Italian Cultural Institute London Director Francesco Bongarrà, Italian Trade Agency London […]
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TRECCANI100 | “Palazzo Treccani”. The exhibition dedicated to the imaginary museum of knowledge in London
The Italian Cultural Institute in London (ICI London) is delighted to host, in collaboration with the Istituto della Enciclopedia Italiana, the London leg of the travelling exhibition “Palazzo Treccani”, on display from 12 September to 9 October 2025 at ICI London. Celebrating its centenary, the exhibition takes visitors on a journey through the history of […]
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