The mysteries and secrets of Castel del Monte - L'Italo-Americano
Aug 2, 2021 · Castel del Monte has a way to charm its visitors. Architecturally unique and historically precious, this medieval dwelling located some 15 miles from Andria and about 50 from Bari, in Apulia, had been constructed in the 13 th century to meet the requests of Frederick II, emperor of the Holy Roman Empire.. Its beauty and, as we will see, its peculiarities, made of it one of the most visited ...
The history of Ferragosto: Italy’s favorite summer day
Aug 10, 2021 · Ferragosto is a typically Italian holiday, that isn’t celebrated anywhere else in the world.While the 15 th of August is honored in Catholic countries as the day of Mary’s Ascension to Heaven, Ferragosto in Italy doesn’t have only a religious meaning, but a historical and socio-cultural one, too. It is, for us, the symbol of summer holidays and, …
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Every weekend throughout next month, the Marsh San Francisco will open its doors to a new show called Lettere D’Amore (Letters of Love), a compelling theatrical monologue written by renowned Italian writer and feminist activist Dacia Maraini and performed by …
The Masks of the Commedia dell’Arte - L'Italo-Americano
Feb 4, 2020 · During a recent visit to the Museo Teatrale della Scala I admired many antique prints of commedia dell’arte situations. Commedia dell’arte was a theatrical genre that evolved in the latter part of the sixteenth century.
Traditional music, the heartbeat of Italy - L'Italo-Americano
Aug 22, 2023 · In Emilia-Romagna, traditional music is synonymous with liscio, a genre born in the 19th century and often associated with ballroom dancing.The accordion, the clarinet, and the double bass create a sound that is smooth and lively, and an infectious rhythm. Played at local festivals and dances, this music is a celebration of community and camaraderie.
Word of the week: Mannaggia– it seems innocuous, but careful …
Mar 2, 2021 · Italians often use the word mannaggia (mahn-nadj-dja) instead of others they think more offensive. It usually expresses annoyance or spite and can sometimes come in association with other words to create colorful sayings, such as mannaggia la miseria!, which we render in English with “for goodness’ sake” or, quite simply, with “damn.”Very common is also the slightly less acceptable ...
Are today’s Italians the real descendants of the ancient Romans?
Aug 10, 2021 · The Roman Empire is often associated with the most glorious moment in the history of the Italian peninsula, but are we, modern-day Italians, the genetic descendants of the old inhabitants of the Eternal City?. A short disclaimer before delving deeper into the subject: culturally, ethically, philosophically, we all are the descendants of the Ancient Romans and of their oriental cousins, the ...
Accipicchia, Italian interjection, playful expression of surprise
Oct 15, 2024 · Accipicchia (atch-tchi-peek-eeah) è un’interiezione giocosa e colorata della lingua italiana, spesso usata per esprimere sorpresa, stupore o lieve frustrazione. È un termine che incarna il talento espressivo della lingua e che può aggiungere un senso di spensieratezza alla conversazione quotidiana. Tradotto liberamente in inglese, accipicchia può significare “Wow!”, “Goodness!” o ...
Architect Roberto Palomba, Los Angeles, Italian design, IIC
Oct 21, 2024 · When does a mass-produced object transcend into art? Conversely, when does a unique piece push back against the concept of seriality? For Italy’s Design Ambassador, architect Roberto Palomba, the interplay between these two ideas defines what is contemporary.As design and art converge more than ever, we are reimagining the relationship between mass production and uniqueness.
An Italian song for freedom: the origins and popularity of Bella …
Apr 25, 2022 · Messina also helps us to ascertain where and when the melody was recorded for the first time: on a gramophone recording by gypsy accordionist Mishka Ziganoff, “Klezmer-Yiddish Swing Music,” In 1919.