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1800s
"Ottocento. Da Canova al Quarto Stato (1800s. From Canova to the Fourth State)" This is the first major exhibition dedicated to Italian 19th century painting, a century during which our country was conquering the rest of Europe with the likes of Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, but still wasn't considered to excel culturally. The over 100 masterpieces to go on show at the Scuderie del Quirinale show how this century boasted a rich selection of interesting paintings. Artists such as Appiani, Palagi, Hayez and representatives of the Milanese Romantic School, the Macchiaioli (Fattori, Lega, Signorini) in Florence, the Vedutists of the Posillipo and Morelli School in Naples created works that were free of classical restrictions and who nourished themselves with ideas from the Risorgimento and Romanticism. These paintings showed everyday scenes and highlighted the existential unease of modern man.
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Villa Torlonia reopens "Riapre Villa Torlonia (Villa Torlonia reopens)" One of the most beautiful villas in Rome and the last example of Roman cultural patronage - Villa Torlonia - has undergone major restoration. The gardens have been restored to their 17th century splendour with the addition of trees, shrubs, vases and a gazebo. The lake and hill in the grounds have been recreated and the paths have been rebuilt and adorned with statues and lamps. Architecturally too some major changes have been made to the villa. The Casino Nobile (the Grand/Main Lodge) has been restored externally (for example the Valadier fountain) and internally (including the main ballroom and the Renaissance and Egyptian halls). The Casino also hosts a permanent exhibition of the 'Roman School' featuring 150 works by artists who lived and worked during the two world wars.
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The myth of speed "Il mito della velocità. Arte, motori e società nell'Italia del '900 (The myth of speed. Art, engines and society in 20th century Italy)" Eugenio Martora and Patrizia Pietrogrande curate this exhibition that explores the concept of 'speed' in the 20th century. Design, cinema, art, cars and fashion are explored through the cars, motorbikes, airplanes, photos and videos of various periods. These items look at the salient and relevant moments of Italian history, such as the birth of the big Italian car companies or the economic post-war boom.
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100 years of Magic Disney "100 anni di Magia Disney (100 years of Magic Disney)" The story - or rather the fairytale - that is Disney has lasted 100 years. An amazing creative factory of characters, cartoons, colours and dreams comes alive... on ice! An exciting show for children and wide-eyed adults filled with Disney characters!
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Pincio skaters "Pattinatori del Pincio (Pincio skaters)" Getting to know people, enjoying the beautiful sights the capital has to offer, having fun on skates, all the while following paths and routes that would be unthinkable in a car - all this is possible on Wednesday nights when you can go skating with (more or less experienced and expert) aficionados of the sport. Join the Pincio skaters!
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Internazionali BNL d'Italia "Internazionali BNL d'Italia" The major stars of the international tennis scene have come to Rome's Foro Italico since 1935 to play in the Rome Open, now known as the Telecom Italia Masters. This is the 77th edition of this major sporting event on clay that is becoming increasingly popular every year.
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Boats of Rome Each day the first service from Ponte Duca d'Aosta and the Isola Tiberina will set off at 8am and the last at 7pm, with a break between 2 and 4pm. The departure times for tourist cruises remain as before (10am, 11.30am, 3.30pm, 5pm). Departure times for the service with dinner on board is at 8pm, or for a more exclusive atmosphere, at 9pm. To go to the river mouth, the cost of the excursion is of €10 one way, plus €1 supplement for return by boat. Summer hours: the "Livia Drusilla" boat will depart at 21.30, 22.30 and 23.30.
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ROMA PASS The three days pass will entitle its holders free entrance to the first two archaeological sites or museums chosen and will offer a discounted fee to all the other attractions of the city. The Roma Pass will also include unlimited transportation on buses and undergrounds. It will be possible to purchase The Roma Pass in all museums and archaeological sites, tourist information desks and ATAC ticket offices, travel agencies, hotels, exhibition premises as well as online. read moore >> |
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060608 From October onwards a system of integrated services will provide information on all the exhibitions, concerts, plays and any other events taking place in Rome. By making a local phone-call, or going online, visitors can obtain information and tickets for most of Rome's theatres, concert halls (the Auditorium and the Conciliazione auditorium), cinemas, museums and exhibitions. Payment is by credit card. When booking you will receive a code that you can use to collect your ticket on the night of the event or at one of the city's tourist information points.
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