ChiFilmFest / “Oh Boys” by Tony Donato
“Oh Boys” by Tony Donato Chicago International Film Festival In a beautiful town on the Italian coast, tourists and locals alike find themselves in subtle competitions of masculinity that expose their fragility. Gorgeously shot and effortlessly poignant, this sleek look at gender dynamics is equal parts dreamy and hilarious. This film screens as part of […]
Read more100 Years of the Casavant Organ: A Concert with Andrea Macinanti
This year, St. John Cantius Church celebrates the 100th anniversary of its Casavant organ. Before being installed at the parish, this magnificent four-manual, 3,902-pipe organ served for 87 years at St. James Methodist Episcopal Church on Ellis Avenue at Forty-sixth Street in Chicago. To commemorate the first century of this remarkable instrument, a series of […]
Read moreAIR – Artists in Residence: Sara Rotunno in Chicago
The Italian Cultural Institute in Chicago is pleased to host Italian musician Sara Rotunno from October 1 to 31 as part of AIR – Artists in Residence, a project promoted by MIDJ – Italian Jazz Musicians with the support of SIAE and in collaboration with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) […]
Read moreOpen House / Colapesce Dimartino duo acoustic live
Colapesce Dimartino duo acoustic live Open House Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 6pm Istituto Italiano di Cultura di Chicago, 150 N Michigan Avenue, 60601 Registration The Italian Cultural Institute in Chicago invites you to celebrate the opening of its new premises at 150 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1580, with a special Open House on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. […]
Read moreOpen House 2026 / Inauguration of the Italian Cultural Institute
Come celebrate the official inauguration of the Italian Cultural Institute in its new home! On Tuesday, September 22, the Italian Cultural Institute will open its doors to the public in its new space at 150 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1580, Chicago, IL 60601. Join us to discover our new spaces, learn more about our initiatives, cultural events, […]
Read moreOpen House / A Palm of Victory Exhibition Opening
‘A Palm of Victory’ by Emilia Faro Open House Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 5.30 pm Istituto Italiano di Cultura di Chicago, 150 N Michigan Avenue, 60601 Registration The Italian Cultural Institute in Chicago invites you to celebrate the opening of its new premises at 150 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1580, with a special Open House on Tuesday, […]
Read moreCinema / The Kidnapping of Arabella by Carolina Cavalli
“The Kidnapping of Arabella” by Carolina Cavalli Thursday, July 30, 2026, 6pm Siskel Film Center, 164 N State Street, 60601, Chicago Tickets If you missed it at last year’s Chicago International Film Festival, here’s your chance! Carolina Cavalli returns to Chicago for the screening of her film, The Kidnapping of Arabella on July 30 at […]
Read moreConcert / Kety Fusco at Live on the Lake! Navy Pier
Every summer, Live on the Lake! brings Chicago’s lakefront to life with a vibrant outdoor concert series featuring the city’s finest bands alongside regional, national, and international artists. Set in the iconic setting of Navy Pier on the shores of Lake Michigan, the program transforms one of Chicago’s most recognizable destinations into a lively hub […]
Read moreFilm / Brunello: The Gracious Visionary
“Brunello: The Gracious Visionary” by Giuseppe Tornatore Wednesday, 14 July, 6:30pm Landmark Century Centre Cinema, 2828 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657 Free. Registration required*. Registration The documentary-film Brunello: the Gracious Visionary charts the life of Brunello Cucinelli, the humanist entrepreneur who brought together the worlds of work and philosophy. Blending documentary and fiction, the […]
Read moreFesta della Musica / Sacred Voices Choir
Illinois tour of the Sacred Voices Choir, on the occasion of the Festa della Musica.
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