Ninth Edition of Festival dei Matti in Venice Explores 'Common Places' and Mental Health
The Festival dei Matti's ninth edition will take place in Venice from May 17 to 20, 2018, under the theme 'A margine. Abitare luoghi comuni.' This event examines the concept of 'common place' as both a cause of marginalization and a basis for community. Curator Anna Poma intends to redefine the discourse surrounding madness and mental health, traditionally reserved for experts. The lineup includes performances, poetry, music, and discussions. The opening night features Massimiliano Carboni's documentary 'Padiglione 25,' which focuses on the 1970s occupation of Rome's Santa Maria della Pietà asylum. Notable dialogues will occur with psychiatrist Giovanna Del Giudice and psychologist Riccardo Ierna, alongside various artistic performances. Gianni Montieri emphasizes the festival's goal of fostering dialogue and dismantling barriers.
Key facts
- Festival dei Matti ninth edition in Venice from May 17 to 20, 2018.
- Title: 'A margine. Abitare luoghi comuni'.
- Curator: Anna Poma.
- Opening documentary: 'Padiglione 25' by Massimiliano Carboni about Rome's Santa Maria della Pietà asylum occupation.
- Participants include Giovanna Del Giudice, Riccardo Ierna, Cristina Donà, Anna Toscano, Giordano Meacci, Tiziano Scarpa, Maria Grazia Giannichedda, Peppe Dell'Acqua, Carmen Pellegrino, Giuseppina Scavuzzo, Massimo Cirri, Flavio Favelli, Franco La Cecla, Mattia Berto, Serena Ballarin, Alice Banfi, Salvatore Nocera, Rosario Palazzolo.
- Venues include Ca' Foscari library, Liceo Foscarini, Chiostro We_Crociferi, Teatrino di Palazzo Grassi, Parco Groggia.
- Festival marks 40th anniversary of Basaglia Law (Law 180).
- Gianni Montieri is a member of the scientific committee.
Entities
Artists
- Massimiliano Carboni
- Cristina Donà
- Anna Toscano
- Giordano Meacci
- Tiziano Scarpa
- Carmen Pellegrino
- Giuseppina Scavuzzo
- Flavio Favelli
- Franco La Cecla
- Mattia Berto
- Serena Ballarin
- Alice Banfi
- Salvatore Nocera
- Rosario Palazzolo
Institutions
- Festival dei Matti
- Ca' Foscari University
- Liceo Foscarini
- Chiostro We_Crociferi
- Teatrino di Palazzo Grassi
- Parco Groggia
- Fondazione Franca e Franco Basaglia
- Santa Maria della Pietà
- Artribune
Locations
- Venice
- Italy
- Rome