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Sky Arte docu-film traces 50 years of Bologna's DAMS degree

cultural-heritage · 2026-04-27

A docu-film titled 'Andate a lavorare' reconstructs the history of the DAMS (Discipline of Arts, Music, and Performing Arts) degree program, established in Bologna in 1971. Airing on Sky Arte on Sunday, May 1, the film blends fiction and historical research, following two characters: the personified DAMS and a 13-year-old girl named Alice. It features contributions from notable figures including Furio Colombo, Umberto Eco, Milena Gabanelli, Igort, Pier Vittorio Tondelli, and Paolo Fresu. The documentary highlights Bologna's key role in the program's evolution over five decades.

Key facts

  • DAMS degree program was established in Bologna in 1971.
  • Docu-film 'Andate a lavorare' airs on Sky Arte on May 1.
  • Film blends fiction and historical research.
  • Characters include personified DAMS and 13-year-old Alice.
  • Contributors include Furio Colombo, Umberto Eco, Milena Gabanelli, Igort, Pier Vittorio Tondelli, Paolo Fresu.
  • Film emphasizes Bologna's role in DAMS' evolution.
  • Content curated by Artribune.
  • Sky Arte site offers newsletters and WhatsApp channel.

Entities

Artists

  • Furio Colombo
  • Umberto Eco
  • Milena Gabanelli
  • Igort
  • Pier Vittorio Tondelli
  • Paolo Fresu

Institutions

  • DAMS
  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Bologna
  • Italy

Sources