Italian Cultural Institute, March 16, 2026 – Incipit Vita Nova: An Evening of Dante's Poetry and Music in Italian

Join us for a captivating evening dedicated to Dante Alighieri at the Italian Cultural Institute, celebrating the richness of Italian culture and art! On Monday, March 16 at 6:00 PM, attendees will enjoy an inspiring presentation by Professors Snežana Milinković and Pina Porzio, alongside students from the Italian Studies program at the Faculty of Philology in Belgrade. Revel in the specially curated video concert featuring pieces from Dante's 'Vita Nuova', musically interpreted by Mario Castelnuovo Tedesco and performed by tenor Leonardo De Lisi and pianist Vito Maggiolino. Following this, fourth-year students from Professor Milinković's lyric class will offer their unique perspectives on Dante through a brief presentation. This event, conducted entirely in Italian, offers an authentic experience for literature and music enthusiasts, and those passionate about the Italian language. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the magic of Italian poetry and sound.