Theater shows not to be missed

Theater has the unique ability to transport you to new worlds and make you experience intense emotions, the stage is a place where time stands still and imagination comes alive, a world suspended between reality and dreams, where every gesture and every word is transformed into pure emotion.

If you enjoy going to the theater and are looking for an experience that blends art, engaging stories, and evenings to be experienced in a different way, let us guide you through some of the theaters in the area, with shows on the bill that are truly not to be missed.

The “Giorgio Busca” Social Theater of Alba

We start, of course, from the capital of the Langhe: the “Giorgio Busca” Social Theater in Alba is an architectural jewel with a top-notch program.

Its unique structure, with a historic 19th-century horseshoe-shaped hall and a modern hall with stalls and gallery, makes it a popular destination for artists from around the world.

The theater season features a selection of titles ranging from the great repertory to modern operas and productions.

Appointments not to be missed include. Madame Butterfly, staged on Nov. 23, 2024, on the centenary of Giacomo Puccini‘s death, Impresa Lirica Francesco Tamagno brings to the stage the famous tragedy set in Japan in the early 20th century.

Laughter, drama and music: the new season at the Teatro del Poi in Bra

Teatro del Poi in Bra is a cozy cultural space that, with its 50 seats, offers an intimate and cozy atmosphere .

Founded in 2015, it is now in its 10th season, offering varied programming ranging from comedy to drama, music to cabaret.

The new season features shows of all kinds: comedy, drama, music and cabaret.

All events are free admission, with the option of leaving an offering for the artists at the end of the performance.

We recommend that you attend the Alessandro Bianchi show on Dec. 13, an extreme cabaret that plays with absurd and exaggerated situations to provoke laughter and discomfort, offering a unique experience of mixed emotions.

The Beautiful Season: the program of the Politeama of Bra

The 360-seat Politeama Boglione Theater in Bra is a landmark in the province of Cuneo. Its programming ranges from prose to music.

The 2024/2025 season, called La Bella Stagione, features ten evenings of drama and eight non-subscription performances at reduced prices.

The artists on the bill include such prominent names as. Arturo Brachetti, Fabio Troiano, Massimo Dapporto, Le Sorelle Marinetti, Max Pisu and Vittoria Belvedere.

Programming also includes concerts, musicals and a tribute to Paolo Conte.

The allure of art-house cinema and more at Baretti in Mondovi.

In addition to prose, Cineteatro Baretti offers a selection of quality films, with a focus on independent and art-house productions.

Film programming is designed to cater to the tastes of a diverse audience, offering both comedies and dramas, with a special focus on younger children through the screening of numerous cartoons.

The season’s line-up features a number of nationally prominent artists.

Among the events on the bill Secondo lei with Caterina Guzzanti, Chi è io? with Francesco Pannofino and Oliva Denaro with Ambra Angiolini.

Alfieri Theater: the jewel of Asti that makes culture shine

Opened in 1860, the Alfieri Theater in Asti is an example of Italian-style theater architecture, with a horseshoe-shaped hall and four tiers of boxes, designed to host the great opera performances of the time.

The Alfieri Theater’s season, produced in collaboration with the Fondazione Piemonte dal Vivo, promises unforgettable evenings for all fans of classical theater and opera.

Appointments not to be missed in January include, Trappola per topi with Ettore Bassi performing this great Agatha Christie mystery classic, and La Traviata, a famous and timeless opera by Giuseppe Verdi.

Cuneo’s Toselli programming

The Toselli Theater in Cuneo, offers, as it does every year, a rich program of performances spanning different genres to satisfy all kinds of audiences, from families to dance and theater lovers.

orst-see event is Swan Lake, which makes us reflect on the importance of knowledge to prevent tragedy, exploring the biopsy of European history through Massini’s works and the context of modern propaganda.

Also not to be missed is an evening with Antonio Ornano in his show Maschio caucasico irrisolto where a cynical man with low self-esteem reflects on his life and considers seeking psychological help as he prepares to perform on stage again.

Between emotions and stories of resistance: the Magda Olivero shows

Saluzzo’s Magda Olivero Cinema Theater is a place where culture comes to life through varied programming that spans film, theater, music and meetings.

The programming, curated by Ratatoj APS Association, is declined in the three main languages: film, music and theater.

Two shows we suggest are. Scene di un matrimonio, which explores the dynamics of couples, highlighting the dissatisfactions and social masks that hinder an authentic relationship, and La semplicità ingannata, which chronicles the resistance of women in the 1500s against social conventions and male culture.

Turin and the charm of the Teatro Regio

If you are in the area and planning a trip out of town, the Teatro Regio in Turin is a must-see. Located in the heart of the city, this historic opera house, opened in 1740, is one of the most prestigious in Italy and Europe.

Its 18th-century facade, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, conceals a modern and refined interior, the result of reconstruction after the 1936 fire.

The programming is among the most interesting nationwide, with works ranging from the great classics to contemporary productions.

Appointments not to be missed include. The Marriage of Figaro by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, staged from November 23 to December 1, 2024, and Giselle, the famous romantic ballet, scheduled for December 2024.