THE PATIOS OF TEATRO DUE
Music, presentations, talks, drinks at sunset
A programme of concerts, talks and book launches spanning a variety of genres and themes, blending tradition and innovation in an intimate and atmospheric setting, to be enjoyed with an aperitif until sunset.
May 26th, h. 18:30
ADALBERTO FERRARI and NADIO MARENCO
Duello
Concert
Adalberto Ferrari, clarinet and saxophone
Nadio Marenco, accordion
A musical duo who, armed with their respective instruments, ‘battle’ it out to the very last note, offering fresh takes on a wide variety of musical genres – from choro to instrumental versions of singer-songwriter tunes, and from klezmer to swing and jazz.
May 27th, h. 18:30
FABIO BIONDI
Bach, Boccherini, Corselli, Dalay e altri.
Meeting
A narration by Fabio Biondi towards the Farnese Festival
Fabio Biondi, violinist and leader of the Europa Galante ensemble, presents the fourth edition of the Farnese Festival, which he is directing. A fascinating exploration of the musical output of composers associated with Parma in the 17th and 18th centuries, ranging from the Farnese court to the great European musical cultures of the time, beginning with that of Spain.
June 3rd, h. 18:30
LUCA SCARLINI
L’alfabeto rivoluzionario – Storia di Louis Braille
Presentation
Luca Scarlini present his brand new book L’alfabeto rivoluzionario – Storia di Louis Braille (ed. Clichy 2026)
Author, playwright and storyteller Luca Scarlini tells the story of the man who changed the lives of blind people forever. A historical and philosophical journey through the world of the alphabet and the evolution of language between the 19th and 20th centuries.
June 4th, h. 18:30
LUCA BIANCHINI
Le ragazze di Tunisi
Presentation
Luca Bianchini present his brand new book Le ragazze di Tunisi (ed. Mondadori 2026)
The “Brancata” are one of the many families of Sicilian origin who set out from Tunisia in search of America, though they did not always find it. A vivid and captivating novel that both moves and surprises: Luca Bianchini weaves family memories with hilarious anecdotes in a story familiar to many Italians.
June 9th, h. 18:30
LOS CHOCLOS TRIO
Histoire du tango
Concert
Andrea Coruzzi, bandoneon and accordion
Cesare Carretta, violin
Nicola Ziliani, double bass
A captivating musical journey through the evolution of the most passionate genre of all time, taking the audience from its working-class origins in the brothels of Buenos Aires to the refined concert halls of Europe. Los Choclos Trio recreates the authentic, melancholic atmosphere of tango, blending technical virtuosity with profound expressiveness. The programme charts an emotional journey that spans traditional tango and the evolved sounds of tango nuevo.
June 16th, ore 18:30
BOITO BRAS
Boito Bras
Concert
Guglielmo Fedele, trumpet
Irene Bartoli, trumpet
Abel Braescu, horn
Filippo Nidi, trombone
Oscar De Caro, tuba
A brass quintet that bridges the gap between the rigour of the great Italian orchestral tradition and the freshness of the contemporary scene.
June 30th, ore 18:30
TRIO SPEZIE
Trio Spezie
Concert
Andrea Coruzzi, armonium
Eoin Setti, alto saxophone and tenor
Martino Mora, percussion
The Trio Spezie performs a repertoire of traditional and folk songs and music from various parts of the world: Italy, France, Brazil and Argentina, as well as some reinterpretations of classical pieces and famous film soundtracks, rearranged for their unique instrumental line-up.
Le Patios of Teatro Due open at 18:00.
The Concerts require a Ticket costing 12€ which includes a drink at the Bar delle Terrazze.
Presentations and Meetings‘s admission is free, subject to availability.
Booking is required.
Ticket Office: B.go della Salnitrara 12/A – 43121 Parma
0521.230242 – biglietteria@teatrodue.org
