Santarcangelo Festival: When Does the Party Begin?

The Santarcangelo Festival in Santarcangelo di Romagna, Italy, has concluded its five-year artistic direction under Tomasz Kirenczuk, who will hand over creative responsibility to Luigi Noah de Angelis. The festival's evening venue, L'Imbosco, located in the Baden Powell park, features a sign at its entrance that reads: "THE PARTY BEGINS WHEN racism sexism ableism fatphobia homophobia transphobia fascism END." This statement encapsulates the political program that guided the festival's artistic direction over the past five years. The festival's night events include concerts, social gatherings, and festivities, set against a backdrop of global conflicts, violence, and discrimination. The sign explicitly defines the conditions under which celebration is permissible, reflecting the festival's commitment to inclusivity and social justice.