A two-day workshop on Uncovering the Afterlife of the Italian Empire organised by Institute of Languages, Cultures and Societies
21–22 May at Senate House, London
This in-person event brings together artists, curators, writers, and researchers for an open, transdisciplinary exchange on the legacies of Italian colonialism and their ongoing impact today. Through creative and critical dialogue, we’ll explore collaborative approaches to cultural memory, resistance, and education. All are welcome—registration is free.
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Preservation as a Creative Act: Perils to Venice in the 21st Century’. Adam Lowe – Royal Designer for Industry, director of Factum Arte, and founder of the Factum Foundation – will speak on Factum’s pioneering use of innovative technologies for cultural preservation, posing questions such as can a cultural experience that had been lost be regained and what is the relationship between originality and authenticity.
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Behzod Abduraimov piano
Marios Papadopoulos conductor
Marcello Palazzo conductor
10 May 2025
Venue: Oxford Town Hall, St Aldate’s
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Where’s Home The Musical, by Anna Oggero, explores themes of identity, belonging, and the resilience of two Italian women across generations. This event will be an occasion to bring together the migrant and Italian communities, and to share experiences and thoughts after hearing selected scenes and songs.
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ICI London and pianist Margherita Torretta are thrilled to present the life and works of Elisabetta de Gambarini, an 18th-century Italian-English composer, harpsichordist, and singer. Our narrative weaves her personal journey and artistic achievements against the backdrop of a time when women faced significant barriers in the musical world and society.
An introductory presentation will examine the social and cultural norms of 18th-century Europe, highlighting the challenges faced by women in the arts. It will delve into Gambarini’s background, family, and the influences that shaped her musical career. It will be highlighted how Gambarini navigated the male-dominated music scene, earning recognition as a composer and performer.
The introduction will be followed by a live musical performance.
A project in collaboration with The Italian British Society.
Artists & Musicians:
Margherita Torretta, pianoforte
Marta Leung, soprano
Enrica Mondo, violoncello
Giulia Nigra, flauto
Federica Nardacci, speaker
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Since it was founded in 1941, the British-Italian Society has worked to promote knowledge and understanding in the UK of Italian culture, including Italy’s history, institutions, way of life, language and wider contribution to civilisation.
The British-Italian Society
86-90 Paul Street
London EC2A 4NE