Il Ballo della luna
On Saturday, March 8, at 8:30 p.m., on the occasion of the Carnevale Ambrosiano 2025, the Bagatti Valsecchi Museum, in collaboration with Chincarini Eventi, presents the second edition of The Moon Ball, an exclusive evening that interweaves the charm of the Renaissance with the lively atmosphere of Carnival, in the evocative setting of one of Milan's most elegant palaces.
The event will offer a journey through time to discover the splendor of Sforza and Renaissance Milan, evoking the figures of Ludovico il Moro, Beatrice d'Este, Leonardo da Vinci and Donato Bramante. Guests will be invited to wear sumptuous period gowns and immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere of the court, including performances by jesters and acrobats, dances and historically inspired entertainment.
The evening will begin with a grand reception, with red carpet and photo shoot for guests, followed by a refined buffet inspired by Renaissance banquets and a selection of bubbly and cocktails created for the occasion. The event will be enhanced by artistic performances and moments of entertainment that will make the experience unique and memorable.
To further enrich the evening, the Museum will host a temporary exhibition of original medals from the second half of the 19th century, made to celebrate Carnival dances and the most iconic masks of the time. The project, curated in collaboration with the School of Cultural Heritage of the Brera Academy, will offer a historical insight into one of Carnival's most fascinating traditions.
INFORMATION
Il Ballo della Luna
Saturday, March 8, 2025 8:30 pm
The participation fee is €100 and will be entirely donated to the fundraising campaign Light up the Museum.
To participate you must make the minimum donation of €100 per person at this link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/illumina-il-museo
Donors will be contacted via the GoFundMe platform with confirmation of their place.
For guests in need of parking, a discounted parking area will be available - subject to availability. For more information and reservations, please contact the Museum at [email protected].
Renaissance dresscode is required.
The curation of the event relies, on the artistic advice of Fabio Lo Piparo, costume designer and historical tailor. In fact, to facilitate guests in adhering to the dress code expected for the late 15th century Renaissance evening, the Compagnia Italiana della Moda e del Costume and the Sartoria Arrigo - two leading excellences in the panorama of Italian costume art - provides an exclusive rental service. This service, offered at advantageous conditions, offers a careful selection of historical garments. Guests will thus have the opportunity to wear costumes that have graced the stages of the most prestigious opera houses and to immerse themselves in an unrepeatable experience, where historical re-enactment and entertainment blend harmoniously in the spirit of Carnival.
Contacts:
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CIMEC email [email protected] tel.+39 02 89403792 - +39 02 8323902 Contact person Mr. Alessandro De Marchi
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ARRIGO COSTUMES email [email protected] tel. +39 02 5397147 - +39 02 5397163 Contact person Ms. Deborah Basso Bondini