“Ciao Franco… over and over again”
Homage to Franco Battiato
Ancient Theatre, May 18 2022 @
with Carmen Consoli and Red Canzian (The Pooh)
Direction: Daniele Bossari
On the first anniversary of his death, a homage to the great Maestro Franco Battiato
Franco Battiato (23 March 1945 – 18 May 2021) was a Sicilian singer-songwriter, composer, filmmaker and, under the pseudonym Süphan Barzani, also a painter. Battiato’s songs contain esoteric, philosophical and religious themes, and have spanned genres such as experimental pop, electronic music, progressive rock, opera, symphonic music, movie soundtrack, oratorio and new wave.
He was for decades one of the most popular singer-songwriters in Italy. His unique sound, song-crafting and especially his lyrics, often containing philosophical, religious, and culturally exotic references, as well as tackling or painting universal themes about the human condition earned him a unique spot on Italy’s music scene, and the nickname of “Il Maestro”. His work includes songwriting and joint production efforts with several Italian and international musicians and pop singers, including the long-lasting professional relationship with Italian singer Alice. Together with Alice, Battiato represented Italy at the 1984 Eurovision Song Contest with the song “I treni di Tozeur”.
TICKETS on boxol
Stalls and Gallery (Parterre): € 45,00
Upper circle (numbered seats): € 35,00
Upper circle (non-numbered seats): € 20,00
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WHERE TO STAY
Hotel La Pensione Svizzera – Hotel Villa Schuler – Hotel Villa Ducale – Hotel Villa Carlotta
