Flashdance the Musical
Among the greatest American successes of all the times, Flashdance is a 1983 romantic film that has touched the heart of millions people around the globe, portraying the world of music, dance and singing in a unique way.
Flashdance is the story of Alex, a young and determined girl who works in a factory during the day and dances in a nightclub at nights, with a dream of becoming a professional dancer and being accepted by the prestigious Shipley Dance Academy.
Flashdance the Musical is the theatrical transposition of the renowned film, and its strenght lies in two major points: the striking choreography and the catchy music of several hit songs, such as “Maniac” performed by Micheal Sembello, and “What a feeling” performed by Irene Cara and expressly written for the film.
You may see Flashdance the Musical in Rome from13th April to 22nd May at the Olympic Theatre (17, Piazza Gentile da Fabriano).
Producted by Stage Entertainment and under American director Glenn Casale supervision, Flashdance the Musical is directed by Federico Bellone, scenography by Alessandro Camera, choreography by Gail Davies, costumes for actors and performers by Francesca Schiavone and lighting by Valerio Tiberi.
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Concerts in Rome: Gianna Nannini concert tour 2011
She has recently become a mother, but she has soon gone back to work: Italian rock-singer Gianna Nannini, aged 56, gave birth to her baby last November, and just some days after Penelope was born, the single “Ogni volta” (Every time) was already broadcasted by the radio.
The song is the first excerpt from the album “Io e Te” (You and Me), dedicated to her child, that has been released last 11th January, two years after the singer's last effort “Gianna Dream: solo i sogni sono veri” (Gianna Dream: only dreams are true).
Now Gianna Nannini is going on a concert tour in Italy, starting in April, and continuing through May and June. Performances will span the whole country, for a total of 15 dates in as many cities, where the singer will present all the songs from the new album and sing her most famous hits.
Gianna Nannini concert in Rome will take place at the Palalottomatica stadium, in Piazzale dello Sport (EUR district) and will start at 9 p.m. Ticket prices for Gianna Nannini concert in Rome: € 36.80 (standing), € 40.25 (third ring, non numbered seats) € 46 (first and second ring, numbered seats).
Here you have a complete list of the dates of Gianna Nannini concert tour in Italy:
29th April Milan; 3rd May Rome; 7th May Reggio Calabria; 9th May Acireale (Catania); 12th May Eboli (Salerno); 14th May Castel Morrone (Caserta); 16th May Perugia; 18th May Bologna; 20th May Verona; 24th Villorba (Treviso); 25th May Bolzano; 27th May Florence; 31st May Pesaro; 2nd June Genoa; 4th June Turin.
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Theatres in Rome: Enrico Brignano
“Sono Romano ma non è colpa mia” (meaning “I am Roman but this is not my fault”) is the title of Enrico Brignano's latest book, that gives a picturesque, ironic description of all the distinctive traits of “Romanity”, that is to say how it feels like to be born in Rome.
Enrico Brignano is one of the most appreciated Roman comic artists, and largely famous all over the country too, particularly for his capacity to imitate the dialect of all the Italian regions.
“Sono Romano ma non è colpa mia” is the name of Enrico Brignano's next show as well, that will be on stage at Palalottomatica in Rome from 12th to 17th April. Enrico Brignano's show gives us another occasion to laugh, but also to think over the vices and virtues of contemporary society, which he inspects in a unique, ironic way.
Funny, amusing and witty, the show is strongly recommended for anyone who wants to enjoy a very good night of entertainment. “Sono Romano ma non è colpa mia” from 12th to 17th April at Palalottomatica in Rome. Ticket prices from € 37 to 73.
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Events in Rome: Momix Bothanica
Momix is a world-famous company of dancers-illusionists directed by American choreographer Moses Pendleton. The company is famous for its extraordinary capacity to evoke a world of surrealist images, through the use of unique costumes, suggestive plays of light and shade and studied body motions.
Momix's latest masterpiece is entitled Bothanica and, as it can be gathered from the name, is inspired by a marvellous, striking nature, constantly threatend by dangerous human acts.
Bothanica is divided into two parts having the name of the four seasons: Winter Spring and Summer Fall, realized with spectacular choreographies that give amazing optical illusions. In fact, Pendleton's aim is to produce an “optical confusion” to excite the audience brain nerves and stimulate their creativity.
Momix and Pendleton are as astounding as usual, and Bothanica shows the beauty and the tresures of a world we must preserve.
Momix's Bothanica will be on scene at Teatro Olimpico in Rome, 17 Piazza Gentile da Fabriano, from 8th to 22th March, all days except the 14th and the 17th. Ticket prices from € 18 to 37.
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Terme di Caracalla – Rome Travel Tips
Rome Opera House summer season has opened for booking last 12th of May. According to the tradition, the suggestive scenery of Terme di Caracalla is going to be the background to grand operas and ballets this year as well.
Three pieces are on the bill:
Romeo & Juliet - the ballet by Sergej Prokof’ev based on the popular tragedy by William Shakespear, the most touching love story of all the times;
Aida - an opera in four acts by brilliant Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi to the libretto by Antonio Ghislanzoni;
Rigoletto - a melodrama in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi to the libretto by Francesco Maria Piave.
Ticket prices are published in the official website, concessions: 10%.
We strongly recommend you to go and see an opera at the Terme di Caracalla, it is an amazing experience combining culture and entertainment.
Michael Jackson Tribute in Rome
One year after the premature death of the King of Pop Michael Jackson, Rome is going to remember him with a tribute show at the Olympic Stadium, on June the 25th.
The event is presented by Legend Music Awards along with World Live Entertainment and the line up boasts many international stars like: Brian Oxman and Kathryn Milofsky, Marlon Jackson, Lee John, Albert McRary, Dionne Warwick, Kim Carnes.
The show is expected to last three hours, with 3D and 4D effects being used to create a exceptionally memorable atmosphere. If you like concerts, you really can't miss this!
Furthermore, updates regarding the MJ death investigation are going to be given in the course of the show.
Tickets available at: TicketOne