Festival dei Due Mondi

The Festival dei Due Mondi, also known as the Spoleto Festival, is an annual international music, art, culture, and entertainment event held in the city of Spoleto, Italy. Since its inception in 1958 by composer Gian Carlo Menotti, the festival has been a significant cultural gathering, taking place each June and early July.

Spoleto's rich historical tapestry serves as the backdrop for the festival, with its majestic Rocca Albornoziana, the Roman Theater from the first century BC, the seventeenth-century Caio Melisso Spazio, the fourteenth-century complex of San Nicolò, the nineteenth-century Teatro Nuovo, and the large stage Piazza del Duomo, featuring the Basilica built in the twelfth century. This harmonious blend of historical architecture creates an inspiring atmosphere for the festival's diverse offerings.

The Festival dei Due Mondi showcases a vast array of concerts, opera, dance, drama, visual arts, and roundtable discussions on science, attracting artists and audiences from around the world. It has become a platform for great artists to exhibit their work, fostering a nurturing environment for creative collaboration and the development of new artistic projects.

In addition to its artistic program, the festival also features special projects, such as exhibitions by renowned photographers, collaborations with international theater companies, and artistic residencies that enrich Spoleto's cultural scene. The festival's commitment to fostering young talent and promoting new forms of expression ensures its continued relevance and vibrancy in the world of arts and culture.