Lake Garda is preparing to host the 25th edition of the “Sirmione in Scena” festival, an event dedicated to puppet theater that promises shows, workshops, and performances for all ages. This special edition will take place from July 1st to July 3rd at the Lungolago di Lugana, with free activities that will animate the days until 10:30 pm.
Program for the Three Days:
Monday, July 1st:
– 6:00 pm: “Un piccolo Cappuccetto Rosso” (A Little Red Riding Hood), a puppet show by Damiano Zanchetta and Paolo Bergamo.
– 7:00 pm: Workshop for children on the construction of a wooden Pinocchio, guided by Ivano Rota.
– 9:30 pm: “Ban-Dita,” a fascinating shadow theater presented by Silvio Gioia.
Tuesday, July 2nd:
– 6:00 pm: “Fasolino Principe,” a puppet show with Cesare and Maurizio Corniani.
– 7:00 pm: Workshop for children dedicated to the construction of the Blue Fairy in wood, also led by Ivano Rota.
– 9:30 pm: “La ballata della rosa incantata” (The Ballad of the Enchanted Rose), a performance that combines puppets, dance, and live music with Marco Fagioli, Maurizio Gioco, and Francesco Pagani.
Wednesday, July 3rd:
– 6:00 pm: “Le avventure del Gatto con gli Stivali” (The Adventures of Puss in Boots) presented by Moira della Torre.
– 7:00 pm: Workshop for children on the creation of clay masks conducted by Ivano Rota.
– 9:30 pm: “Il corvo calzino” (The Sock Crow), animated puppets curated by Matthias Träger.
During these three days, from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm, it will be possible to participate in the “Giochi di una volta” (Games of the Past), recreational activities made with recycled materials, curated by Roberto Mantovani.
The festival will continue until mid-September with numerous additional events. One of the most anticipated is the initiative “Sciame di burattini su tre ruote e un’Ape” (Swarm of puppets on three wheels and a Vespa), which will cross the streets of the historic center on Monday evenings (August 19th and 26th; September 2nd and 9th) at Parco Don Lino Zorzi. Here too, the events will be curated by the Centro Teatrale Corniani.
In addition to the main events, additional workshops and shows are planned:
– On July 31st, at the Lungolago di Lugana, there will be a workshop at 4:30 pm followed by a show at 6:00 pm.
– On August 27th, also at the Lungolago di Lugana, the same schedule with an afternoon workshop and an evening show will be repeated.
This festival not only celebrates its 25th anniversary but also coincides with the 80th anniversary of the Centro Teatrale Corniani. The Corniani family is known for its long tradition in the world of puppets and is committed to keeping this art alive through innovations aimed at the new generations.
With twenty-five years behind it, Sirmione in Scena continues to be one of the most beloved cultural events on Lake Garda, capable of attracting both children and adults eager to relive or discover the timeless magic of puppet theater.
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