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“Where the spirit does not work with the hand, there is no art”Leonardo da Vinci

ARTCITY IGNITES THE ROMAN SUMMER WITH MORE THAN 100 CULTURAL HAPPENINGS SPREAD ACROSS THE CITY

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The monumental Theatre of Marcellus, the city’s oldest amphitheater looking like a mini version of the Colosseum, comes alive with a busy schedule of classical music concerts. Each per-formance will be preceded by a guided tour of the archaeological site including exclusive visits to the Porticus Octaviae and the Tribuna Campitelli. The event is part of the “Music Festival of the Nations” cultural programme. Every night until August 31.

This summer some of the ci-ty’s most popular tourist at-tractions will come alive as the Polo Museale del Lazio (Mu-seum Center of Lazio) announ-ces the annual ArtCity pro-gramme. As in past editions, this four-month Festival will transform the Eternal City into a summer wonderland of art, music and dance with more than 100 cultural initiati-ves taking place at 6 historical sites (the Vittoriano monumental com-plex, Castel Sant’Angelo, Palazzo Venezia, Galleria Spada, Villino Lu-dovisi Boncompagni, Castle of Julius II in Ostia Antica). Scheduled until mid-September, ArtCity will also in-volve a number of architecture, lite-rature, film and audio-visual events. One of the performance spaces will be the garden courtyard of Palaz-zo Venezia where visitors will get to attend music concerts, ballets and theatrical plays (Il Giardino Ritrovato). The Palazzo will also host a section of the “Giorgione - Labyrinths of the Heart” exhibition, a series of dialogues with the wor-ld’s greatest architects and a busy

schedule of rooftop tours providing a spectacular view over the city (Il Palazzo Ritrovato). The Mausoleum of Hadrian, better known as Castel Sant’Angelo, will be home to seve-ral music and theatre performances (Sere d’Arte). The cylindrical buil-ding will also host a series of ani-mated guided tours illustrating the glorious history of the monument (Il Castello allo Specchio), some exclusive visits to the Passetto and other secret environments (Il Ca-stello Segreto) and a new season of literary encounters with some of the most renowned contemporary authors (Prigionieri Illustri a Ca-stello). The Vittoriano, the eclectic monument built in honor of Victor Emmanuel, will provide the ideal backdrop for a bunch of top-qua-lity events including a world-class exhibition on iconic actress Anna Magnani, an immersive video-sound installation, exclusive visits to its underground levels (Vittoriano Na-scosto), a theatrical performance by Paolo Rumiz and a series of jazz and classical music concerts (Mu-sica al Vittoriano).

Shakespeare’s much-loved comedy of magic, mix-ups and mayhem runs at the open-air Silvano Toti Globe Theatre, Italy’s only Elizabethan theatre immersed in the greenery of Villa Borghese. On a magical night, with a dreamlike and unreal atmos-phere, this timeless production brings to the stage the adventures surrounding the marriage of The-seus, the Duke of Athens, to Hippolyta, the former queen of the Amazons. From August 9 to 20.

The city-run playhouse for children aged 3-10 offers educational games, a toy library, a theatre plus a weekly programme of creative craft workshops scheduled until September 17. Dating back to the 16th century, this neoclassical building sits perched on a small hill in the splendid Piazza di Siena racetrack setting. Complete with a shop filled with books and toys for sale, there’s no better way to give kids a break from the hustle and bustle of Rome!

Live music shows and theatrical productions in the historical spaces of Castel Sant’Angelo. Every Thursday night will see some special after-dark cultural events taking place at the enchanting Cortile di Alessandro IV and the monumental Bastione di San Matteo. The programme ranges from experimental acts by internationally acclaimed performers to con-certs featuring Italy’s most popular ensembles. Ongo-ing until September 14.

Tucked inside the verdant grounds of Villa Borghese, the Casa del Cinema is home to an annual film fest for cinephiles looking for top-quality movie screenings. This year’s edition includes a tribute to the British film industry, a retrospective on Paolo Virzì, a special homage to Lucky Red and a series of focused events (the best movies inspired by the sea, Rome told through music, Italy through the lens of leg-endary film director Steno). Ongoing until September 6.

An interactive exhibit to experiment on the marine environment and its preservation. At Explora - Rome’s Children’s Museum, kids can learn through play about the need to safeguard fish stocks, to protect the marine ecosystems and to be compliant with regulations. Activities are based on the three core principles of the MSC (Marine Stew-ardship Council), an independent non-profit organi-zation which sets a standard for sustainable fishing.

Tel. (+39) 348 7804314tempietto.it

Tel. (+39) 06 32810410 seredarte.it

Tel. (+39) 06 3613776mdbr.it

Tel. (+39) 06 423601casadelcinema.it

Tel. (+39) 06 0608 casinadiraffaello.it

Tel. (+39) 06 0608globetheatreroma.com

Museums and cultural sites managed by Polo Museale del LazioOngoing until September 21 – all shows are included with regular admission to the museums

Tel. (+39) 06 32810410 | art-city.it

The airport at hand with the new official APP

All of the services of-fered at Fiumicino and Ciampino airports at your fingertips with the new Aeroporti di Roma official APP! In the “WayFinding” section, an exclusive

navigation system with digital maps will guide you through the airport from check-in to the boarding gate, letting you discover useful ser-vices, promotions and the best dining options. The “Flight Tracking” service will allow you to

receive real-time update on your flight details, while additional functions have been designed to provide pre-flight information on car parks, baggage ser-

vices and special assistance for passengers with restricted mobility. But there’s more: pas-sengers interested into downloading the APP can take advantage of a free contest to win a brand new Nissan Leaf electric car. For further information visit www.adr.it.

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THE LOVERS FOUNTAINThis unassuming fountain is often overlooked by its grander and more famous neighbour, the Trevi Fountain. During the First and Second World Wars couples would visit the fountain before a soldier left for the frontline. The tearful “signorina” would fill a glass from the fountain which her lover would drink. The glass would then be broken to symbolise their love which, unlike the glass, could never be broken.

THE TOWER OF THE MONKEYAn age-old tale relates that in the 17th century a pet monkey kidnapped a child and carried it to the top of the Frangipane Tower, a medieval fortress located a stone’s throw from Piazza Navona. The father of the child called upon the Blessed Virgin for help and the monkey promptly clambered down, delivering the infant to safety. By way of thanks, the man erected a shrine to the Virgin, which you can still see at the top of the tower accompanied by a glowing lamp that is to this day kept constantly burning.

LAPIS SCANDALIThere was a stone raised in the great portal of the Capitol in ancient Rome engraved with the figure of a lion. All those who went bankrupt went and sat there nude. They were made to cry aloud “Cedo Bona” (I surrender my effects) and then to strike the stone three times with their posteriors. Then it was no longer permitted to trouble them over their debts.Read the full text on the website

After many years of restoration, among the palm trees and magnoli-as in bloom, the lavish garden of Palazzo Venezia turns into the ideal backdrop for a series of top-quality cultural events. The

line-up remaining for summer includes a live performance by Italian singer Peppe Servillo (August 6), a tribute concert to Gershwin (August 12), a contemporary bal-let (August 22) and a comedy stage play (August 28). Ongoing until September 15.

Tel. (+39) 06 32810410giardinoritrovato.it

The historic Roman Theatre of Ostia Antica is home to a series of outdoor summer screenings held in co-operation with the Auditorium della Conciliazione in Rome. The programme includes some of the best movies in film history, from Saturday Night Fever (August 4 - opening day) to other cinematic masterpieces. For the full schedule visit the official Facebook page of Arena Sisto - Una stella tra le stelle. Ongoing until September 3.

The Napoleonic Museum hosts a world-class exhibition illustrating the evolution of Roman micro-mosaics over the centuries. The display showcases ap-proximately 100 works including paint-ings, tables, snuffboxes, jewels and pa-perweights with a large variety of subjects ranging from Roman views and Grand Tour landscapes to still lifes and depictions of animals. Ongoing until September 24.

The display is built around “Two Friends”, a double portrait by Giorgione that has long been considered the Maestro’s most iconic work. Palazzo Venezia hosts the first section of the exhibit, with a second section developing at Castel Sant’Angelo. Here visitors will find a selection of master-pieces by the most influential 16th-century Italian painters such as Titian, Tintoretto and Carracci. Ongoing until September 17.

A Star among the Stars

Miniature Views

Labyrinths of the Heart

The Rediscovered Garden

LA DOLCE VITAA journey through time to discover the opulent aesthetic of the “Holly-wood on the Tiber” era. Guided tours available on Wednesdays and Satur-days at 6:00 pm.gentiepaesi.it

SUMMER IN FIUMICINO The annual summer festival promoted by the Fiumicino City Council returns with a dynamic line-up of more than 180 events. Upcoming highlights include a live stage performance by Italian comic actors Pablo & Pedro (August 14) and a hilarious one man show by Rome-born actor and musician Marco Passiglia (August 15). comune.fiumicino.rm.gov.it

VIA GIULIALaid out by Bramante during the reign of Julius II, this half-mile-long cobbled street is one of the first important urban planning projects in Renaissance Rome. Built in the early 16th century, it runs in a straight line following the tight curve of the Tiber. Today its modest structures provide one of Rome’s elite shopping streets with an extraordinary array of monuments such as the Farnese Arch, the Fountain of the Mask and the small Armenian church.

Tel. (+39) 06 0608 | museonapoleonico.it Tel. (+39) 06 32810 | mostragiorgione.it

2017 SERVICE CHARTEROn the Aeroporti di Roma website you can download the 2017 Service Charter along with the Airport Guide, a handbook that provides useful information for passengers travelling through the airports of Fiumicino and Ciampino. The ADR Service Charter implements the ENAC (Italian Civil Aviation Authority) regulations and proposes quality indicators for each passenger type, with the aim of providing information on the level of quality achieved and on the improvement objectives for 2017. adr.it

Easy Parking is pleased to an-nounce two secure and reliable parking options for those who wish to leave their car at Fiumici-no whilst on holiday. Starting today, passengers looking for an affordable and comfortable solution can take ad-vantage of the airport’s new covered long-term parking lot equipped with a sophisticated photovoltaic roof system (parking capacity of 1,600). On the other hand, travellers looking

New long-term parking facilities

for a cheaper alternative can opt for the uncovered, fully outdoor, long-term parking area with a capacity of 2,100 car stalls. Both options feature state-of-the-art security cameras, 24-hours custom-er support and high frequency shuttle services to/from the airport’s Terminals with methane-fueled, air-conditioned vehicles (departures every 5 minutes). But there’s more: drivers who will use their Telepass (electronic motorway toll collection) device to enter the parking facilities will have their stays converted into “MilleMiglia” points, Alitalia’s fre-quent-flyer program allowing passen-gers to collect miles and redeem them with free tickets. For further information please visit www.adr.it or download the new Aeroporti di Roma official APP.adr.it/parcheggi-fiumicino

If you have a new biometric “chipped” passport and you’re trav-elling through Italy and other EU countries, you can use the automated e-passport gates instead of having your passport checked by a Border Force officer. This means you can avoid the queues and get through passport control more quickly. Leonardo da Vinci is the first Italian airport to have installed this new passport control equipment, which operates through a well-oiled synergy between the ADR management and the Italian Ministry of Interior. The e-gates

are an innovative technology which al-lows your passport to be checked in a totally automated way thanks to the mi-crochip on the hard cover of your docu-ment. They ensure the highest levels of security controls, and decrease passen-ger waiting times, improving the overall quality of the travel experience. Since the introdution of the first example in 2014, 5 million travellers have taken advantage of the new automated gates installed at the airports of Fiumicino and Ciampino with a 50% reduction in wait times compared to traditional controls.

The exhibition arises from an interest in comprehending the unique combi-nation of art and ideology that has accompanied the development of two of the largest Mediterranean civ-ilizations, the Etruscans and the ancient Egyptians. Two separate worlds connected by something that has always encouraged interaction between different cultures: the sea. Promoted by the Archaeological Su-perintendency for the Metropolitan Area of Rome, the Province of Viterbo and Southern Etruria, the exhibition showcases a stunning

selection of artifacts dating from different periods (from the 8th/7th century B.C. to the 3rd century B.C.), with a special focus on amulets and their magical powers. The dis-play includes some Egyptian objects found during major excavation campaigns at the Archaeological and Naturalistic Park of Vulci, as well as more than 240 items on loan from the Archaeological Museum in Florence and

An exhibit of Egyptian and Etruscan artifacts

From Eugene Berman to the Golden Scarab

works collected by Russian Neo-romantic painter Eugene Berman during his travels to Egypt between 1964 and 1965. The objec-tive of the exhibit is to raise public aware-ness on the importance of protecting cul-tural heritage, something that needs to be more and more accessible to large sections of the population. “Egyptians and Etruscans” runs until September 30 at the San Sisto

monumental complex in Montalto di Castro, a municipality in the Province of Viterbo lo-cated about 90 km northwest of Rome.

Vulci, Montalto di Castro (VT)San Sisto monumental complex Via Tirrenia, 15Open every day, except on MondaysTel. (+39) 0766 870179