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La memoria di una città

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The Historical and Photographic Archive of Il Crotonese, as part of the Street Book Festival, offers a journey through the history of Crotone via photographs, documents, and testimonies. On August 14 at 7:00 PM, an evening with projections of historical images commented by guests Giuseppe Pipita, Antonio Arcuri, and Bruno Tassone will take place. On August 15, activities and book sales are planned. On August 16, a grand finale with an electric violin performance and DJ set to celebrate the festival's closing.

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August 14, 7:00 PM: projections and meeting with guests August 15: activities and book sales August 16, 9:00 PM: closing show with electric violin and DJ set Free event, open to the public.

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Cinema Ongoing

7° Calabria Movie Film Festival

Crotone (KR)

The seventh edition of the Calabria Movie Film Festival changes its setting and arrives at the Porto Vecchio of Crotone, transforming the area into a cinema village overlooking the sea. From July 27 to 30, 2026, the international short film festival offers screenings under the stars, in-depth talks, live music, and activities for children. In addition to selections of short films from around the world, the program includes professional training moments and meetings with authors and industry professionals. The event is part of the Crotone Summer 2026 program, promoted by the Municipality.

Theatre

Medusa - La donna dietro il mito

Crotone (KR)

The Municipal Administration of Crotone presents the theatrical show "Medusa - La donna dietro il mito", a work that reinterprets the figure of Medusa in a contemporary key, going beyond monstrosity to explore her human complexity. Directed by Marco Pupo, the cast including Marika La Macchia, Antonia Gualtieri, Guido Mirante and other performers will bring to life a narrative that intertwines myth and reality, with original texts and music.

Culture and exhibitions

Street Book Festival

Crotone (KR)

From August 1 to 16, 2026, Crotone hosts the Street Book Festival, a national book and reading event. The heart of the festival unfolds between Piazza Berlinguer and the seafront, transforming into a widespread stage of culture and entertainment. The festival dedicates ample space to the archaeological heritage of ancient Kroton, alternating talks, installations, meetings with authors, and musical moments. Every evening from around 7:00 PM, the public can participate for free in presentations, workshops for children, and tastings of pages and notes, getting lost among the book stalls.

Culture and exhibitions

Aeterna Vanitas

Crotone (KR)

Aeterna Vanitas is a project that weaves fashion, art and performance into a single exhibition and scenic path. The event is divided into two distinct moments: an exhibition set up in the foyer of the "V. Scaramuzza" Theatre and a live show in the outdoor arena. The exhibition opening is scheduled for August 2 at 6:00 PM. The following day, August 3 at 9:30 PM, the theatre arena hosts the fashion event, a runway-show that brings the creations to life in a theatrical and evocative setting.

Culture and exhibitions

Federico Sironi - Ad Humus

Crotone (KR)

From August 4 to September 7, 2026, the Castello Carlo V in Crotone hosts "Ad Humus - Incontro con una terra viva", the solo exhibition by Federico Sironi. The exhibition invites reflection on the bond between man and earth, through works that explore the matter and life of the soil. The opening is scheduled for August 4 at 7:30 PM. The exhibition is sponsored by the Municipality of Crotone.

Talks and conferences

Presentazione del libro INNOCENZA di Andrea Esposito

Crotone (KR)

The Società Dante Alighieri di Crotone organizes the presentation of the novel "Innocenza" by Andrea Esposito. The meeting will be held at the Museo di Pitagora-Parco Pignera. Speakers include Antonella Cosentino and Rosanna Frandina, with the participation of the author. Free admission.