Paratissima Bologna moves to former Magazzini Romagnoli industrial site
Paratissima, an art fair celebrating emerging artists, is set to return to Bologna for its second iteration from February 1 to 3, 2019, aligning with Arte Fiera and Bologna Art Week. This year, the event will take place at Magazzini Romagnoli, a historic industrial space being repurposed into a cultural center. Originally a site for fruit and vegetable processing until the late 1970s, it has roots dating back to the 16th century. Giulio Romagnoli envisions connecting its past with future endeavors. The fair will showcase 70 artists under the theme 'Expeausition,' feature a performance program by Almadanza, and introduce a new 'Art in the City' initiative. Additionally, Paratissima partners with SET UP for promotions and provides free entry for IAAD students.
Key facts
- Paratissima Bologna moves to Magazzini Romagnoli for its second edition
- Event runs February 1-3, 2019, during Arte Fiera and Bologna Art Week
- Magazzini Romagnoli is a former industrial building on via Zago, being renovated into a cultural hub
- The site dates back to the 16th century and was used for fruit and vegetable processing until the 1970s
- Giulio Romagnoli, CEO of Romagnoli F.lli S.p.A., aims to create a cultural hub
- Remains of an ancient forge were found during renovations
- Artistic director Francesca Canfora highlights the nomadic nature of the event over 15 years
- New format 'Art in the City' spreads exhibitions across local businesses
- 70 artists selected for theme 'Expeausition' (skin as expression and communication)
- Performance program curated by Almadanza and Compagnia DNA, choreography by Elisa Pagani
- Collaboration with SET UP for joint promotion and ticket discounts
- Continued partnership with IAAD provides free access to students
Entities
Artists
- Elisa Pagani
Institutions
- Paratissima
- Arte Fiera
- IAAD
- Romagnoli F.lli S.p.A.
- Almadanza – Accademia di Arti Coreografiche
- Compagnia DNA
- SET UP
- Artribune
Locations
- Bologna
- Italy
- Turin
- via Zago
- Magazzini Romagnoli
- Locomotiveclub