Eleonora Duse's Room Reopens at Fondazione Giorgio Cini with Photo Exhibition
La Stanza di Eleonora Duse at the Fondazione Giorgio Cini on San Giorgio Island in Venice has opened its doors once again after a two-year closure. This special exhibit honors Eleonora Duse (1858–1924), a legendary Italian actress known for inspiring Gabriele D'Annunzio and her significant role in 20th-century theater. The timing of the reopening is perfect, as it coincides with the 100th anniversary of her death in 2024. Organized by Maria Ida Biggi and the Istituto per il Teatro e Melodramma, there are three exhibitions focused on her remarkable life. The first, titled "Se mi dura questo entusiasmo finirò come Narciso," runs from May 13 to December 16, 2022, showcasing her connection to Venice with exclusive artifacts and photos. You can set up a visit by emailing them.
Key facts
- La Stanza di Eleonora Duse reopened after two years at Fondazione Giorgio Cini in Venice.
- The space is dedicated to the archive of actress Eleonora Duse (1858–1924).
- Reopening precedes the centenary of her death in 2024.
- A series of three exhibitions is planned by the Istituto per il Teatro e Melodramma.
- First exhibition runs May 13 to December 16, 2022, curated by Maria Ida Biggi and Marianna Zannoni.
- Exhibition title: 'Se mi dura questo entusiasmo finirò come Narciso. Un viaggio fotografico nella vita della grande attrice. Parte I Eleonora e Venezia.'
- Exhibition explores Duse's relationship with Venice and the Veneto region.
- Duse lived at Palazzo Barbaro-Wolkoff on the Grand Canal in 1894.
- Visits require email appointment.
Entities
Artists
- Eleonora Duse
- Gabriele D'Annunzio
Institutions
- Fondazione Giorgio Cini
- Istituto per il Teatro e Melodramma
- Archivio Duse
Locations
- Venice
- Italy
- Island of San Giorgio
- Veneto
- Palazzo Barbaro-Wolkoff
- Canal Grande
- Casetta Rossa