The Colours of the Absurd
Through observations of this carnivalesque fever dream, European Editor Anja Gogo reviews Pirandello’s play, its linguistic landscape and its permeating nostalgia.
Why the media’s utopianism of Italy is something I treasure
Echoing her mother’s bittersweet, sociopolitical awareness, Rebecca Turner explores the beauty of Italy. Reflecting on what is broadcasted in film and photography, she ponders the harsh truth of Italy’s social and political reality, as well as the lack of awareness surrounding it.
The claustrophobic reality of Italian gymnastics
Reflecting on Ferlito’s leave from gymnastics, Anja Gogo explores the two-faced nature of the sport, in line with the recent scandal reported by the Olympian athlete
Madame: il grillo cantante di Francesca
Anja Gogo explores the serendipity of discovering Madame’s musical existence, by analysing how fascinating the evolution of her introspective persona was (and continues to be).
Un viaggio dantesco a Ravenna
Jenny Frost takes us on a virtual tour of the Italian city of Ravenna, exploring how the city embraces its cultural heritage while pushing forward into modernity.
Bella, ciao! Festeggiamo il 77º anniversario?
Through a historical lens and a deep-dive into symbolism, Anja Gogo unravels the musical gomitolo that is Bella Ciao, a resistance anthem per eccellenza.
Discovering the Walls of Ferrara and Medieval Mestiere
Reuben Brown takes us on a voyage of discovery of the Italian city of Ferrara, exploring its craftsmanship, cuisine and Medieval architecture.