Haven’t purchased your ticket to the Italian Fusion Festival 2024 yet? Now’s the time because you can get our early-bird rates (just €14 for a ticket with a complimentary glass of Aperol Spritz). We have a limited number of early bird tickets for a limited time only, so purchase now if you don’t want to miss out.
We are excited to announce that the Italian Fusion Festival is returning for its seventh edition on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at the iconic United Arts Club, nestled in the heart of Georgian Dublin.
This year’s theme, “Aperol Spritz & Duets”, sets the stage for an unforgettable evening, featuring five unique duets that will take the audience on a journey through a diverse array of musical genres. From jazz and folk to classical and modern sounds, each performance promises to deliver a captivating fusion of styles.
But the night is not just about music! Attendees will also have the chance to experience: A curated art exhibition, showcasing talented artists from various disciplines. A short video competition, where aspiring filmmakers will present their creations. And to make the evening even more special, each guest will receive a complimentary Aperol Spritz to enjoy while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere.
Whether you’re a lover of the arts, a music enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique cultural experience, this event is for you!
Early bird tickest will be availble from tomorrow at 6pm. For more information on the lineup, tickets, and festival details, visit our official website: www.italianfusionfestival.com.
Join us for a night of art, music, and Italian flair in the heart of Dublin! Don’t miss out on what promises to be a truly spectacular event!
On Wednesday, January 31, 2024, the Pavilion Hall at the Istituto Italiano di Cultura in Dublin came alive with the magic of Italian-Irish cinema during the sold-out event, “Corto. Italy and Ireland in a Snapshot.” Organized by Radio Dublino in collaboration with the Italian Institute of Culture, this annual rendezvous with the finalists of the Italian Fusion Festival – Short Video Competition proved to be a cinematic extravaganza.
The evening commenced at 7:00 PM local time, with Maurizio Pittau, Founder and Director of Radio Dublino and the Italian Fusion Festival, opening the event. Pittau welcomed the audience and highlighted the significance of the Short Video Competition in promoting Italian-Irish film productions, showcasing their creativity on diverse platforms.
Debora Lupi, the accomplished Panel Moderator, guided the audience through the night’s program, fostering an engaging atmosphere. Lupi introduced the impressive lineup of short films and facilitated a Q&A session with the attending directors, providing insight into their creative processes.
The heart of the event was the screening of six remarkable short films that beautifully encapsulated the artistic fusion of Italian and Irish cultures:
The accompanying photo gallery, skillfully curated by Chiara Provenzale, captures the essence of the event – the joy of filmmakers presenting their works and the audience immersed in the cinematic journey.
“Corto. Italy and Ireland in a Snapshot” proved to be a resounding success, showcasing the extraordinary talent and cultural convergence between Italy and Ireland. Our gratitude extends to the Istituto Italiano di Cultura for hosting this captivating evening and to Radio Dublino for their unwavering commitment to promoting cultural diversity through the art of cinema. As we eagerly anticipate next year’s edition, we look forward to diving once again into the compelling stories and magic of Italian-Irish cinema.
The annual appointment with the finalists of the Italian Fusion Festival – Short Video Competition proposes a program of 6 short videos organised in Dublin by Radio Dublino, in partnership with the Italian Institute of Culture.
The Short Video Competition has been an integral part of the Italian Fusion Festival since its start in 2013 and aims to offer a spotlight to Italian-Irish film productions in Ireland wishing to showcase their works on several platforms. The artists involved, mainly Italian and Irish, express a true artistic fusion of elements of both cultures. The directors of the short videos will be at the event, and they will present their videos.
The Return by Chiara Viale
This short is a contemporary interpretation of the poem The Return by John Francis O’Donnell (1837-1874).
A Drinking Pub With A Music Problem by Claire Issartel
It is a short documentary about the pub The Cobblestone and its role in Dublin.
Renvyle by The Sea by Jan Sisley and Silvana Benedetto
The short film is an experimental poetic short documentary where directors give voice to
local people of one of the most remote areas in the West of Ireland.
The Circle of Infinity by Stefano Rolando
Circle of Infinity is a short film filmed in Dublin, and it is a personal interpretation of Nietzsche’s eternal return idea.
Style by Beta O’Dwyer
A discussion at Dublin University about Style… and maybe about a new friendship.
Served by Renee Walker
A calculating woman cooks her estranged husband a meal to die for and serves him with divorce papers. He arrogantly obliges, believing that he has the upper hand. But she has other plans.
Participation at the event is free of charge, but registration is compulsory.
I wish to thank the audience for coming to the sixth edition of the Italian Fusion Festival!
This edition was very successful, and we are happy about our decision to move to a bigger venue after the sold-out of the previous editions and be able to include an art exhibition, a dance workshop, and a band coming from Italy this year. Those who participated and would like to send their feedback can complete our survey. We want to hear your feedback to keep improving our logistics and content. Please fill out this quick survey and let us know your thoughts.
If you are a musician/filmmaker/artist based in Ireland and you would like to participate in the next edition of the Italian Fusion Festival don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
If you are a business and are interested in one of our sponsorship packages get in touch , and we will be happy to assist you.
If you want to help us organize the festival, contact us to become an Italian Fusion Festival volunteer next year.
The Combo tickets in this edition were sold out early. If you wish to stay in touch and know when the early bird tickets are available and buy the ticket in advance, you can subscribe to the Radio Dublino newsletter where we’ll announce the next year’s festival edition, or follow our social media channels.
We also wish to thank everyone who collaborated with us:
Last but not least, I huge thank you to the volunteers for making this edition possible. This event was entirely organised with the efforts of committed volunteers linked to Radio Dublino community project. Thanks to Silvana, Ilenia, Chiara, Cindy, Marzia, Lorena, Beatrice and Daniela!
Stay in touch with us (Website, Radio Dublino, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube); soon, we will announce our 7th edition of the festival.
We look forward to seeing you next year.
Ciao
Maurizio Pittau
Festival Director
The Winner of the Sixth Edition of the Italian Fusion Festival – Short Video Competition is Served by Renee Walker.
Motivation: Served is a darkly delicious masterpiece that echoes Italian stereotypes and cunningly challenges gender roles and expectations. With vivid colours, clever use of camera shots and angles, a twisted plot, and a play on words, “Served” serves up a thrilling narrative that makes this a gem of storytelling.
The short video also won the Audience Award after a hard-fought week against the short video “A Drinking Pub With A Music Problem” by Claire Issartel. The main actress of “Served”, Maria Monteleone, accepted the awards.
“Renvyle by the Sea” by Jan Sysley and Silvana Benedetto won the Jury Award.
Motivation: “Renvyle by the Sea” is an enchanting portrayal of life in the remote West of Ireland which comes alive in the form of a poetic documentary, with its breathtaking ocean landscapes, authentic tales of perilous fishing, traditional melodies, and the pure and authentic voice of the locals. A harmonious blend of art and reality, it’s a profound ode to an extraordinary way of life.
Silvana Benedetto accepted the award.
All Combo Tickets are now sold out. A limited number of Standard Tickets will still be available on Eventbrite until tomorrow at 12 pm and on Sunday at the venue from 5:30 pm.
Still available some of the Full Italian Experience tickets associate to the Mario Sughi (nerosunero) Art Exhibition.
