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Frida Kahlo’s Granddaughters on the Immersive Show in Verona

exhibition · 2026-06-18

In Verona, the immersive exhibition 'Frida Kahlo. A Revolutionary Life' runs at Teatro Ristori until October 11, 2026. Created by Massimiliano Siccardi, Luca Longobardi, and Vittorio Guidotti, the 13-stage symbolic journey uses contemporary techniques including AI. The artist's granddaughters, Mara Romeo Kahlo and Mara de Anda, collaborated on the project and gave an interview emphasizing the importance of preserving Kahlo's humanity beyond her iconic image. They highlight her intelligence, political engagement, humor, and resilience, and note that the dreamlike narrative aligns with Kahlo's own symbolic approach. The family approved the project due to Siccardi's respectful research into Kahlo's intimate life. They hope visitors understand that family was central to Kahlo, especially her sister Cristina and niece Isolda, whom she treated as a daughter. The exhibition aims to connect audiences with themes of identity, resilience, and self-expression.

Key facts

  • Immersive exhibition 'Frida Kahlo. A Revolutionary Life' at Teatro Ristori, Verona, until October 11, 2026.
  • Created by Massimiliano Siccardi, Luca Longobardi, and Vittorio Guidotti.
  • Features 13 stages based on the lunar calendar of matriarchal civilizations.
  • Uses AI and contemporary technologies.
  • Granddaughters Mara Romeo Kahlo and Mara de Anda participated in the project.
  • They emphasize preserving Kahlo's humanity beyond her visual icon.
  • Highlight Kahlo's relationship with sister Cristina and niece Isolda.
  • Family approved project due to Siccardi's respectful and in-depth research.

Entities

Artists

  • Frida Kahlo
  • Massimiliano Siccardi
  • Luca Longobardi
  • Vittorio Guidotti
  • Mara Romeo Kahlo
  • Mara de Anda
  • Diego Rivera
  • Cristina Kahlo
  • Isolda Kahlo
  • Francesco Pierangeli
  • Violeta Parra
  • Gabriella Ferri
  • Mina

Institutions

  • Teatro Ristori
  • Museo Casa Kahlo
  • Artribune
  • CREA Impresa Sociale
  • Fondazione Cariverona
  • Collezione da Tiffany

Locations

  • Verona
  • Italy
  • Città del Messico
  • Mexico

Sources