Naples Exhibition Celebrates Italian Opera Costume Designers
The Galleria dell’Accademia di Belle Arti di Napoli is hosting an exhibition entitled "Vestire la musica. Costumiste italiane all’Opera," which will be available to the public until June 30, 2026. This exhibition focuses on the artistry of opera costumes, showcasing a variety of designs, accessories, and sketches from notable Italian costume designers, including names such as Santuzza Calì and Franca Squarciapino. Works from students enrolled in the Academy's tailoring programs are also featured. The exhibition marks the conclusion of "Casta Diva," an international initiative dedicated to women's contributions in Italian musical theatre.
Key facts
- Exhibition titled 'Vestire la musica. Costumiste italiane all’Opera'
- Hosted at Galleria dell’Accademia di Belle Arti di Napoli
- Runs until June 30, 2026
- Features costumes, accessories, and sketches
- Showcases works by eight Italian costume designers: Santuzza Calì, Marianna Carbone, Daniela Ciancio, Zaira de Vincentiis, Giusi Giustino, Vera Marzot, Odette Nicoletti, Franca Squarciapino
- Includes student works from the Academy's tailoring courses
- Concluding act of 'Casta Diva' project
- Project focuses on women in Italian musical theatre
Entities
Artists
- Santuzza Calì
- Marianna Carbone
- Daniela Ciancio
- Zaira de Vincentiis
- Giusi Giustino
- Vera Marzot
- Odette Nicoletti
- Franca Squarciapino
Institutions
- Galleria dell’Accademia di Belle Arti di Napoli
- Accademia di Belle Arti di Napoli
Locations
- Naples
- Italy