Stasera al Museo 2025

The Bagatti Valsecchi Museum presents the fourth edition of Stasera al Museo. Le vie dell'Amicizia, a journey between theater, music and dance that will enliven the historic spaces of the house museum from March to December. Inspired by the motto engraved on one of the house's portals, Amicis semper libens patebo, the billboard explores friendship through art, with eleven events staged in the Hall of Honor and historic courtyards.

Theater: original productions and special guests.

Five theatrical performances investigate the value of friendship through intense and topical stories:

Come Fuoco March 27, April 1 An adaptation of Hermann Hesse's novel Narcissus and Boccadore, directed by Mario Scandale and dramaturgy by Giulia Bartolini. The story of two opposite and complementary souls who go through life in a deep and tormented bond. With Michele Di Giacomo and Michelangelo Canzi.

Litigar Danzando September 21

An original theatrical performance with Giacomo Poretti and psychotherapist Daniela Cristofori. Through a mix of irony and reflection, the duo explores the art of quarreling in a couple, alternating readings, comic interventions and moments of interaction with the audience.

Misurare l'ombra October 8 and 10 An immersive show written and directed by Chicco Dossi, which brings to the stage the story of brothers Fausto and Giuseppe Bagatti Valsecchi. A journey between reality and imagination that reveals the passions and ambitions that gave birth to the Museum's collection. With Simone Tudda.

Julietta and Desdemona November 26

An original theatrical dramedy conceived and directed by Alessandro Merletti De Palo. Two of Shakespeare's most celebrated heroines meet in an out-of-time dimension, confronting each other about love, destiny and self-determination. With Alice De André and music by Caterina Coco.

Music: concerts between classical, jazz and pop

The Birth of Jazz April 15

A musical journey through the origins of jazz with piano duo Paolo Alderighi and Stephanie Trick, between rhythm, improvisation and multicultural influences.

A French Odyssey May 28

A baroque concert performed by Understories Baroque Ensemble, in collaboration with the Monteverdi Festival. Ancient instruments and refined sounds to tell the story of an era of encounters and artistic contamination.

Ditonellapiaga. Connections June 15

Talented indie-pop singer-songwriter Margherita Carducci, aka Ditonellapiaga, performs in the Museum's historic courtyards with an acoustic set exploring the evocative power of words and music.

Friendship in music October 15

A fine chamber concert featuring oboe, clarinet and bassoon, celebrating friendship through the harmonies of classical music.

Paolo Jannacci. Simple Things December 10

The multifaceted musician and composer, son of the great Enzo Jannacci, performs an intimate evening of stories and songs that combine irony and poetry.

A journey to the heart of Italian opera December 31

The traditional year-end musical event, featuring a journey into the heart of Italian Opera by OttavaNota.

Dance and theater performances

The Rhythm of Connection November 17

A contemporary dance performance with choreography by Andrea Crescenzi and music by Filippo Zattini, investigating the power of the body as a means of expression and connection.

As every year, spectators will enjoy an aperitif offered by the Museum's partners before the performances, for an experience that combines art, culture and conviviality. The journey through the ways of friendship kicks off on March 27 and concludes on December 31, with eleven not-to-be-missed events.

INFO

For each appointment, the Museum welcomes the public from 6:30 pm for a welcome drink. Performances begin at 7:30 pm.

Cost of the shows with aperitif: €18 - full price €12 - reduced for members and conventions

For the June 22 and Sept. 21 events, which will take place in the Museum's historic courtyards, the cost is €30. There are no reductions.

Season tickets: 6 open tickets 90€ full 70€ reduced for friends of the Museum

10 tickets open 140€ full 90€ reduced for friends of the Museum

+service fees

Check out the public program here!