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What's On What's On Today: Thursday, July 24, 2008

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RI Colle di Tora (website)
Exhibitions & Art
Oreficeria Artistica
From: Thursday, August 10, 2006 To: Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Permanent display of artistic gold jewellery by master craaftsman Stefano Belfiore, creator of the Colosseo ring, which is the official symbol of the city of Rome. At the Cantinone, Via Parodi, Colle di Tora. Free entry.
Goldsmith's Art
Every day
A permanent exhibition of Goldsmith's Art created using leaves from the local lakeside. At City Hall, Via Parodi. Tel: 0765 716 139.
RM Rome (website)
Antiques & Bric-a-Brac
Lungo er Tevere
From: Saturday, June 14, 2008 To: Sunday, August 31, 2008
The regular summer festival dedicated to Roman actor Alberto Sordi opens again on the banks of the Tevere from Ponte Garibaldi to Ponte Mazzini. Stalls selling crafts, gifts and jewellery, places to have a drink and to eat will pack out the 500 metre stretch of river bank.
Classical Music
Roman Nights
From: Thursday, June 05, 2008 To: Sunday, September 28, 2008
Part of the Estate Romana summer festival these chamber music concerts will run until the end of September at the Teatro Marcello. The performances start at 20:30 and cost €18 or €52 for ten concerts. Tel: 06 871 31590.
July Sounds Good
From: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 To: Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Music in Rome takes to the outdoors with a series of concerts in the Cavea, the open air section of the Auditorium. Performances include Sinead O' Connor and George Benson.
Rome Festival Summer Season 2008
From: Saturday, June 21, 2008 To: Sunday, August 03, 2008
Summer concert series from 21 june to 3 august 2008. Symphonic repertoire, chamber music, "The Magic Flute" & "La Boheme" . At Palazzo Sora Corso Vittorio Emanuele 217. Email romefestivalopera@yahoo.it or tel:339 654 1119.
Community & Social
Alcoholics Anonymous
Every Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at St Paul within the walls, Via Napoli 58. For details Tel: 06 3203094.
Narcotics Anonymous
Every day
Tel:06 860 4788
Overeaters Anonomous
Every day
Tel:06 884 5105.
Salsa Classes
Every day
Salsa classes every Tuesday in English begin on Jan 15 at 21:00. Cost of the classes is €45 per month. Registration via email at maestroamericano@gmail.com.
Cocktail Evening
On: Thursday, July 24, 2008
The international and social group Club Tutti are organising an aperitivo (cocktail), an opportunity to meet others, to practice speaking Italian or English, or a bit of both. At the Doney on Via Veneto from 19:30-21:00. E-mail clubtutti@gmail.com.
Dance Performance
Invite to the Dance Festival
From: Thursday, July 03, 2008 To: Wednesday, July 30, 2008
The 18th year of this international dance and ballet festival. Dance in many forms is represented and tickets start at €13. At Casa dei Teatri, Largo 3 Giugno 1849. Tel: 06 588 1618.
Events & Festivals
Fitness World Festial
From: Monday, June 16, 2008 To: Wednesday, September 17, 2008
The Tor di Quinto park hosts the annual sorts event which lasts over the summer. There are eleven specialised areas and over 50 activities to participate in. Some of these activities are spinning, a skating rink, an artificial beach and pool, martial arts, aerobics and pilates. Open from 10:00-24:00. €7 per lesson, €70 a month or €110 for the entire event.
Roman Summer at Foro Italico
From: Thursday, June 05, 2008 To: Sunday, August 10, 2008
The Roma Estate festival at Foro Italico by the Olympic Stadium features stalls, restaurants, the Texas Poker Room, cabaret, and bands including legendary rockers Jethro Tull. Open all week until late from 19:00. Entry free except for Friday and Saturday.
Rome Meets the World
From: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 To: Sunday, August 10, 2008
Annual world music festival with concerts taking place in the park of Villa Ada. Opens at 20:00 and concerts start at 22:00.
Cinema Festival on the Island
From: Monday, June 23, 2008 To: Sunday, August 31, 2008
Annual cinema festival over the summer months in the atmospheric surroundings of Tiberina island on the Tevere in Trastevere. Opens at 18:00 and goes on until 03:00. A wide range of films will be shown including some in original language.
Fiesta!
From: Thursday, June 19, 2008 To: Sunday, August 31, 2008
Rome's annual celebration of the music, food and culture of Latin America. There will also be some world, rock and jazz music. At the Ippodromo delle Capannelle.
Gay Festival Village
From: Thursday, June 26, 2008 To: Saturday, September 20, 2008
One of the major events of the Roman summer the Gay Village hosts a wide range of music, concerts, shows, theatre, cinema and sports. At the Palalottomatica, EUR.
Summer in Rome Festival
From: Friday, June 20, 2008 To: Monday, September 15, 2008
The Estate Romana festival features a varied programme including cinema, dance performances, concerts, theatre, sport and children's activities, all of which will take place in the outdoor spaces of the city.
July in Musicals
From: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 To: Thursday, July 31, 2008
The open air cinema at the Casa del Cinema in Villa Borghese dedicates July to musicals in original language. These include My Fair Lady, Flashdance and Cabaret.
Festa de' Noantri
From: Saturday, July 19, 2008 To: Saturday, July 26, 2008
The statue of St Carmine is paraded through the streets of Trastevere and taken to San Crisogno, where it remains on display for eight days. This is part of the ancient annual celebrations held by the locals of Trastevere.
Cinema Arena Sapienza
From: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 To: Sunday, August 31, 2008
Open air arena cinema features blockbusters from the last year and independent films. At Viale delle Scienze 3. Tel:06 455 04114.
Exhibitions & Art
Bestial Love
Every day
An exhibition of reproduction in the animal kingdom. At the Museo Civico di Zoologia, 18 Via Ulisse Aldrovandi.
Pasta
Every day
Permanent exhibition devoted to pasta and the evolution of the machinery of pasta production, from the earliest stone machines to modern industrial mass-production facilities. At the Museo della Pasta, 114/120 Piazza Scanderbeg, 00187, from 09:30 to 19:30.
Red Sea Exhibition
Every day
Permanent exhibition including a new section on red sea bio-diversity. At the Museo Civico di Zoologia, 18 Via Ulisse Aldrovandi.
Paul Klee
Every day
Exhibition of the works of prolific German artist Paul Klee. At Palazzo Ruspoli, Via del Corso 418. Tel: 06 6874704.
Laocoonte: alle Origini del Musei Vaticani
Every day
Laocoon: the origins of the Vatican museums. An exhibition celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Vatican museums and dedicated to the marble statue of Laocoon discovered in 1506. At the Musei Vaticani, Viale Vaticano.
Roman Victories
From: Wednesday, March 05, 2008 To: Thursday, September 04, 2008
Exhibits including bronzes, coins, sculptures and paintings with the theme of the ceremonies of historical big battles. It is divided into 3 sections, victories and their development, images of victors and the defeated and conquered peoples. At the Colosseum. Tel: 06 399 67700.
Sean Scully Macro
From: Friday, May 09, 2008 To: Saturday, August 30, 2008
30 large scale oils and drawings dating from 1974 to the present. Influences range from Rothko to Morandi. Free admission and open from 16:00-24:00. Closed Tuesdays. At Macro Future, Piazza O. Giustiniani 4. Tel: 06 574 2647.
15th Century Rome
From: Tuesday, April 29, 2008 To: Sunday, September 07, 2008
Oil paintings, sculptures and ceramics feature as part of this exhibition of 15th century Rome. At Museo del Corso. From 10:00-19:00. Closed Mondays.
Correggio-Antonio Allegri
Every Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri From: Thursday, May 22, 2008 To: Sunday, September 14, 2008
Exhibition of various works from this 16th Century artist. At the Galleria Borghese. Closed Mondays. Entry costs €10.50.
Mario Schifano
From: Wednesday, June 11, 2008 To: Sunday, September 28, 2008
Paintings, drawings, photography and film makes up this exhibition dedicated to this Italian post 2nd World War artist. Admissions from 08:30 until 18:45. At the Galleria Nazional di Arte Moderna.
Jazz, Blues & Folk
Summer Jazz Festival
From: Saturday, June 14, 2008 To: Monday, September 08, 2008
The outdoor Jazz festival in Villa Celimontana enters it's fifteenth year as part of this summer's Estate Roma festival. There will be appearances from international performers and Rome's music students. Entry charges range from free to €30 depending on the act. Concerts begin at 22:15. Tel: 06 583 35781.
Around Sound Jazz Festival
From: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 To: Thursday, July 31, 2008
Month long Jazz Festival at the Palma Club featuring contemporary and modern jazz artists. Performances begin at 22:00 and cost between €10 and €20 or €50 for all the concerts. At Via Giuseppe Mirri 35. Tel: 06.435 99029.
Kids' Events
Pulcinella Puppet Theatre
Every day
Daily open-air puppet shows on the Gianicolo Hill. Performances are more regular at weekends.
Mum's and Children Swimming Sessions
Every Mon, Thu
2 sessions a week on Monday and Thursday morning at 10:50 offering you the chance to swim with your child with an instructor present. For babies upwards. You will need photocopies of codice fiscale, a doctors certificate and €135 for a 4 month course. At Olympic Stadium Swimming Pool, Foro Italico.
Bioparco Summer Camp
From: Monday, June 09, 2008 To: Friday, September 12, 2008
Summer camp for kids aged 4 to 12 in Villa Borghese runs from 08:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday from 9 June to 8 Aug and 24 Aug to 12 Sept. Cost per child €30 for a full day or €130 per week for single children and €125 per week for siblings, including lunch and a snack. Includes activities at the Casina di Raffaello playground, the Globe Theatre and Explora children’s museum, and involves art and theatre workshops, sports, science experiments and meet the animals. All conducted in Italian.
Wonderland. The Readers Tribe
Every Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat From: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 To: Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Events for children including readings, workshops and meetings with new books and their authors (free admission, limited number of seats). Tel: 06 820 59127 or email info@casinadiraffaello.it
Rock, Pop & Soul
Gilda on the Beach
From: Tuesday, May 06, 2008 To: Monday, September 15, 2008
One of Rome's most popular nightclubs moves to the beach in Fregene for the summer. There are swimming pools, a restaurant and pizzeria as well as live music and DJ sets.
Sport
The Pincio Skaters
Every day
Meet up with the skaters and tour Rome. On Wednesdays at 21:00 at Chiese Gemelle, Piazza del Popolo.
Mountain Bike Marathons
Every Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri From: Sunday, April 20, 2008 To: Sunday, October 05, 2008
The Colli Albani marathon season for mountain bikers around Lazio's natural parks starts on April 20 in the Rocca di Papa- at 09.30 near the Federazione Italiana Sport Equestri. The rest of the programme consists of May 4 in Fiuggi, 22 June in Amatrice, 7 September in Montefogliano, 21 September in Fondi finishing 5 October in Valle del Farfa. There are courses of varying levels and it is open to amateurs and professionals.
Piscina delle Rose Open Air Pool
From: Thursday, May 15, 2008 To: Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Open air swimming pool based in the park in EUR for swimming and a variety of water activities. At Viale America 20. Tel: 06 542 20333.
Theatre & Shows
Aida
From: Thursday, July 10, 2008 To: Thursday, July 24, 2008
Verdi's opera is the first in the summer season of outdoor performances at the Teatro alle Terme di Caracalla.
Lucia di Lammermoor
From: Friday, July 18, 2008 To: Thursday, July 31, 2008
Antonello Allemandi conducts the second in the series of outdoor operas at the Terme di Caracalla.
The History of Rome - Part I
From: Friday, June 20, 2008 To: Friday, August 08, 2008
For the past 10 years, the Miracle Players have been making the historical hysterical with theatre performances down at the Roman Forum. This year’s offering, “The History of Rome - Part I”, is a collection of some of the highlights from the past decade that have been collated into a new comedy, using Roman history as the narrative through line. As usual the play uses the words of ancient Roman writers to set the play in a historically accurate context, but don’t let that put you off, the Miracle Players are really funny! The Miracle Players are Eric Bassanesi, Denise McNee, Giulia Bernardini, Dyanne White and Rob Allyn. This exciting new play is performed every Friday at 19:30 in front of the Mamertine prison at the Roman Forum (just behind the big white building in Piazza Venezia). Tel: 06 703 93427. Entrance to the play is free but gratuities are welcomed.
Arena Cinema of Rome
From: Thursday, June 19, 2008 To: Sunday, August 31, 2008
The Roman open air cinemas open for the summer season showing a selection of new and old films.
Local Rome markets taking place today
RM Rome (website)
Campo De'Fiori
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Market in the heart of the historical centre sells fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers and more. Monday to Saturday from 07:00-13:30 in Campo De'Fiori, Rome.
Mercato Di Via Sannio
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
New and used clothes market open Monday to Friday from 08:00-13:00 and Saturday 08:00-18:00. Next to San Giovanni metro stop on line A at Via Sannio.
Vittorio Emanuele Market
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Food market in Piazza Vittorio Emanuele with a wide range of international produce, particularly eastern influenced, every morning except Sunday.
Via Chiana Market
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Covered food market in Via Chiana every morning except Sunday.
Piazza Alessandria Market
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Food market in Piazza Alessandria, every morning except Sunday.
Via Andrea Doria Market
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Large food market stretching the length of Via Andrea Doria, every morning except Sunday. Also have a few stalls selling clothes, shoes, bags and household products.
Via Magnagrecia Market
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Food market in Via Magnagrecia, every morning except Sunday.
Mercato Delle Stampe
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Situated in the historical centre this market has a large collection of old books, prints and magazines. At Largo Delle Fontanella Di Borghese. Tel: 06 489 99254.
Via Dei Volsci Market
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Busy food market situated in the heart of the San Lorenzo district on Via Dei Volsci.
Piazza Augusto Imperatore Market
Every day
La Soffitta Sotto i Portici is the name of this market which takes place on the first and third Sunday monthly in the Piazza Augusto Imperatore. Stalls range from collectors items to antiques to bric-a-brac. All day from 10:00.
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