WHITE ON WHITE: ITALIAN PIANIST LUCA BURATTO IN CONCERT
COC Free Concert Series in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre. Italian pianist and 2015 Prize Laureate of the Honens International Piano Competition, Luca Buratto, showcases his technical prowess and graceful interpretations in a program that features Ligeti’s Études Book III, Janáček’s Piano Sonata, and Schumann’s Humoreske. Thur. October 5, 2017 – 12–1 p.m. Admission is on […]
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CARLO RATTI: HOW DO WE DESIGN THE CITY OF THE FUTURE?
The Istituto Italiano di Cultura is pleased to support a talk by Carlo Ratti, curator of EDIT’s Shelter/Cities exhibit. Ratti explores how we can bring nature back into urban areas – from the home to the metropolis. September 29, 2017 – 5:30 – 6:30pmExpo for Design, Innovation and Technology, 6th floor – 21 Don Roadway, […]
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EUROPEAN DAY OF LANGUAGES 2017
The European Day of Languages has been celebrated in Europe on September 26th since 2001 as an initiative of the Council of Europe. Promoting lifelong language learning and stressing the importance of intercultural understanding are the main objectives of the events associated with the European Day of Languages.Acting as promoters of plurilingualism in the GTA, […]
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A Night in Italy: Juliet’s Answer and the magic of Verona
In Glenn Dixon’s memoir, Juliet’s Answer, the acclaimed author, journalist and documentary filmmaker travels to Verona to mend a broken heart. As he settles into the charming, picturesque city, he learns the traditions of the locals and volunteers to answer the thousands of letters addressed to Shakespeare’s fictional Juliet, sent from lovelorn people all over […]
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With New Eyes: Architecture for Toronto by Francesco and Aldo Piccaluga Architects
The Istituto Italiano di Cultura is pleased to present With New Eyes: Architecture for Toronto by Francesco and Aldo Piccaluga Architects, an exhibition dedicated to the work of Italian-Canadian architects Francesco and Aldo Piccaluga. In the postwar era, Toronto’s exchange with European countries such as Italy helped inform a new wave of modern architecture that […]
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ARTS of the East: highlights of Islamic art from the Bruschettini Collection
The Bruschettini Collection is renowned worldwide for its fine arts from the East — yet has never before been seen in North America. In a special exhibition exclusive to the Aga Khan Museum, discover a sumptuous selection of artworks.In a world exclusive, the Aga Khan Museum will share with the public an impressive array of […]
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Curious Minds: Eating Italy: A Delicious Journey Through Italian Cuisine
Lecture series. It is said that most people eat to live, while in Italy people live to eat. In this course, Hot Docs favourite Dr. Franco Gallippi returns to explore the history and cultural significance of some of the most famous dishes from his native land. From a simple plate of ‘pasta e ceci’ (pasta […]
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Mario Ciferri (Gala Concert)
Organ player Maestro Mario Ciferri will perform at Organix 17. SEPTEMBER 22ND 2017 7:30pm – 9:30pmTimothy Eaton Memorial Church – TorontoGeneral Admission: $ 35.00. Tickets on-line at www.organixconcerts.ca Fugue in g-minor, (the Little) BWV 578 Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 – 1750)Schmücke dich, o liebe Seele, BWV 654Adorn yourself, O dear soulPraeludium and Fugue in a-minor, […]
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PIRANDELLO 150: Screening of L’ATTESA (THE WAIT)
In commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the birth of Italian writer, Nobel Prize laureate Luigi Pirandello, the Department of Italian Studies at the University of Toronto and the Italian Cultural Institute in collaboration with the Cinema Studies Institute at the University of Toronto, present Pirandello 150, a Film and Lecture Series. Media Theatre UC 179 […]
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VESUVIUS ENSEMBLE CONCERT SEASON 2017/18: A PREVIEW
The Istituto Italiano di Cultura is pleased to present the launch of Vesuvius Ensemble 2017/2018 concert series. The group will entertein the audience with a delightful preview of some of the pieces included in their upcoming program. Monday, September 18, 2017 – 7:00pm-8:00pmIIC Gallery – Istituto Italiano di Cultura – 496 Huron St., TorontoFree admission […]
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