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From May to September, Culturara presents a series of events held in Calderara and its surrounding areas, featuring a program that ranges from visual arts to music, from cinema to dance, and from talks to walks, in collaboration with local associations.

PROGRAM May–June July

Tuesday, May 27 – Friday, May 30, 6:00 PM
Mainstage – Open Rehearsals with Emerging Bands
Casa della Cultura Italo Calvino, via Roma 29, Calderara di Reno (BO)
The Casa della Cultura offers its Auditorium for free to bands wishing to rehearse and perform their pieces in a club-style setting.

Saturday, May 31, 9:15 PM
The HighSiba | Caldehigh 4 – Trap Concert
Casa della Cultura Italo Calvino, via Roma 29, Calderara di Reno (BO)
The fourth edition of Calderara's iconic event, featuring TheHighSiba and other rappers delivering authentic hip-hop vibes. The night continues with an electronic and balotte DJ set.

Wednesday, June 4, 9:15 PM
Francesco Cavestri Trio | IKI – Bellezza Ispiratrice
Casa della Cultura Italo Calvino, via Roma 29, Calderara di Reno (BO)
A journey blending jazz, hip-hop, and electronic music, led by Francesco Cavestri, recognized by Forbes Italia among the top under-30 talents shaping the world.

Thursday, June 5, 9:15 PM
Una gita scolastica di Pupi Avati
Comedy, Italy, 1983, 87 minutes
Centro Sociale di Longara, via Caduti Libertà 9, Calderara di Reno (BO)
A nostalgic school trip from Bologna to Florence before World War I, revisited by scenographer Giancarlo Basili. Crescentine served from 7:00 PM.

Wednesday, June 11, 9:15 PM
Paolo Piermattei | Tergicristalli
Casa della Cultura Italo Calvino, via Roma 29, Calderara di Reno (BO)
Songs depicting urban tales, capturing the ebb and flow of life, including a tribute to Lucio Dalla, with whom Piermattei collaborated for years.

Thursday, June 12, 9:15 PM
One Life by James Hawes
Drama, USA, 2023, 110 minutes
Centro Sociale di Longara, via Caduti Libertà 9, Calderara di Reno (BO)
The true story of Nicholas Winton's clandestine mission to rescue 669 children from Nazi persecution. Discussion with Fausto Ciuffi from the Villa Emma Foundation. Crescentine served from 7:00 PM.

Friday, June 13, 9:15 PM
Modern Duo – Notti di note
Chiesa di Sant’Elena di Sacerno, via di Mezzo Levante 18, Calderara di Reno (BO)
A musical journey from original compositions to arrangements by Rossini, Einaudi, and Ibert, introduced with stories and anecdotes.

Saturday, June 14, 9:00 AM
Discovering Landscapes and Territory
Organized by Gruppo Podistico Longara, Calderara di Reno (BO)
Free participation. Info: gplongara@gmail.com, 340 3408571

June 16–20, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
I custodi del tempo piccolo – Workshop for children aged 7–11
Casa della Cultura Italo Calvino, via Roma 29, Calderara di Reno (BO)
A free, five-session workshop exploring Calderara through games, stories, and sounds. Advance booking required: culturara@comune.calderaradireno.bo.it

Tuesday, June 17, 9:15 PM
P51 Airplanes and DJ Grilli – Rock’n’Roll Dance Night
Piazza di Lippo, via Castaldini 3B, Calderara di Reno (BO)
Live Rock’n’Roll and Boogie Woogie with P51 Airplanes. Workshop at 8:30 PM with The Happy Swingers. DJ set before and after the concert. Crescentine served from 7:00 PM.

Wednesday, June 18, 9:15 PM
Alberto Fiori | Berliner Zimmer
Casa della Cultura Italo Calvino, via Roma 29, Calderara di Reno (BO)
Alberto Fiori's solo piano debut, exploring subtle and layered frequencies through amplified techniques.

Thursday, June 19, 9:15 PM
Past Lives by Celine Song
Drama, USA, 2023, 106 minutes
Centro Sociale di Longara, via Caduti Libertà 9, Calderara di Reno (BO)
A poignant exploration of enduring connections across time and distance. Crescentine served from 7:00 PM.

Friday, June 20, 9:15 PM
Un pizzico di Barocco – Notti di note
Chiesa di Sant’Elena di Sacerno, via di Mezzo Levante 18, Calderara di Reno (BO)
Baroque sonatas by Bach, Vivaldi, and Locatelli, performed by violinist Roberto Arnoldi and harpsichordist Emilio Moriggi.

Tuesday, June 24, 9:15 PM
G & The Doctor – Swing Dance Night
Piazza di Lippo, via Castaldini 3B, Calderara di Reno (BO)
Live swing and jazz with G & The Doctor. Lindy Hop and Charleston workshop at 8:30 PM with The Happy Swingers. DJ set before and after the concert. Crescentine served from 7:00 PM.

Wednesday, June 25, 9:15 PM
Ars Antiqua World Jazz Ensemble | L’amore è una fiamma
Casa della Cultura Italo Calvino, via Roma 29, Calderara di Reno (BO)
A fusion of ancient verses with jazz, rock, and ethnic sounds, portraying love in all its forms.

Friday, June 27, 9:15 PM
Storie di Tango – Concert
Church of Sant’Elena di Sacerno
Andrea Coruzzi (bandoneon) and Alessandra Ziveri (harp) perform music by Piazzolla and original compositions.

Monday, June 30, 9:15 PM
Triple Bill – Choreographic Triptych
Casa della Cultura Italo Calvino
A production by DNA – Ass. DaNzA APS with Get The Floor.
Choreographies by Elisa Pagani, Jennifer Lavinia Rosati, Lorenzo Di Rocco, Teresa Bagnoli, and Laly Aiguadé.

Tuesday, July 1, 9:15 PM
Corale – Choreographic Diptych
Casa della Cultura Italo Calvino
Presented by DNA – Ass. DaNzA APS and Perypezye Urbane.
Tickets available on Vivaticket or at Casa della Cultura starting in June.

Thursday, July 3, 9:15 PM
Vittoria by Alessandro Cassigoli and Casey Kauffman (Italy, 2024, 89’)
Centro Sociale di Longara
Guest: Casey Kauffman, director.