Italian Republic Day
On the occasion of the Republic Day, organized at the Italian Social Club in Pretoria, the IIC participates with its own stand and organizes the “Pasta Challenge” activity. In collaboration with the Prue Leith cooking academy, the public tries their hand at preparing various traditional Italian recipes.
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Polaroid photos between Italy and South Africa
With the support of L’Istituto Italiano di Cultura Sud Africa, Chiara Agradi visits Cape Town to explore the contrasts and resonances of photographic practice between Italy and South Africa, with a particular interest in the use of Polaroid as a medium and a process tool. She cites Polaroid’s invention of instant, automatic image publishing as […]
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NIROX Winter Sculpture – Concert of the Soprano Greta Doveri
Looking for a special way to celebrate Mother’s Day? NIROX Sculpture park, in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute in Pretoria and The Italian General Consulate in Johannesburg, presents : NIROX Winter Sculpture A celebration of Art, Music, Wine, Good Living & Gourmet Delights 11 May 2025 – @Nirox Sculpture park Bookings: […]
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Paolo Damiani Last Land Band at the Prince Albert Journey Jazz Festival
We are happy to announce Paolo Damiani Last Land Band Trio’s participation at the Prince Albert Journey to Jazz Festival, on 2 and 3 of May 2025. Here are the dates: 30 April 18:30 – UJ Arts & Culture, Johannesburg ( https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paolo-damianis-last-land-band-live-a-fusion-of-jazz-passion-free-tickets-1292427799339?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1 ) 2-3 May – Prince Albert, South Africa, JOURNEY TO JAZZ FETIVAL 7 […]
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RENOWNED DUO NORDIO & SCIORTINO ON TOUR IN SOUTH AFRICA
The Italian Cultural Institute in Pretoria is delighted to announce the arrival of the renowned Duo Nordio & Sciortino in South Africa, featuring two of Italy’s most distinguished classical musicians. Domenico Nordio, an internationally acclaimed violinist, and Orazio Sciortino, an award-winning pianist, composer, and conductor, will bring their exceptional artistry to South African audiences in […]
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“Volevo Nascondermi” – the Movie about Artist Ligabue’s Life
Join us for a MOVIE NIGHT! At Societa’ Dante Alighieri Johannesburg as we screen the film “Volevo Nascondermi” by Giorgio Diritti (Italian with English Subtitles) When: FRI 11 April 2025 at 6:30 pm Where: 62A Houghton Drive, Houghton Estate Entry: Free, bookings essential Link to RSVP: https://forms.gle/ybHVJ7TUYBCTcPkB6 The Parks Fresh Produce & Pizzeria will be […]
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Movie Night: “Volevo Nascondermi”
The Dante Alighieri Society of Johannesburg, in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute in Pretoria, invites you to a special screening of “Volevo Nascondermi” (Hidden Away), directed by Giorgio Diritti. This captivating film tells the story of Antonio Ligabue, a revolutionary Italian artist whose life was marked by struggle and genius. Date: Friday, 11 April […]
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EVOLUTION & ENVIRONMENT: TELMO PIEVANI IN SOUTH AFRICA
The Italian Cultural Institute in Pretoria and the Embassy of Italy in Pretoria are proud to host Telmo Pievani, one of the world’s leading philosophers of science and evolutionary biologists, for a series of special lectures in South Africa. Telmo Pievani’s visit to South Africa is part of the Italian Research Day in the World […]
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Loftus Festa Italiana
The Embassy of Italy, in collaboration with the Blue Bulls Rugby Union, presents the Loftus Festa Italiana, a premier cultural and sporting event celebrating the fusion of Italian heritage and rugby passion. This unique experience coincides with the United Rugby Championship (URC) match between the Vodacom Bulls and Zebre Parma, set to take place on […]
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STILLIFE BRÜCKE: A Representation of Reality Directly on Skin
The Inside Out Centre for the Arts, in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute in Pretoria, is pleased to present Stillife Brücke, a multidisciplinary artistic event that explores the intersection of tattooing, photography, and performance art. This unique collaboration between tattoo artists Ruco and Servadio and renowned photographer Roger Ballen challenges conventional notions of artistic […]
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