Theft at Manifesta 12's Teatro Garibaldi Venue in Palermo

During the opening weekend of Manifesta 12 in Palermo, thieves broke into the Teatro Garibaldi, the biennial's headquarters in Piazza Magione, stealing laptops, TVs, bicycles, credit cards, and cash worth about €15,000. The perpetrators, described as two minors and an adult, accessed the venue via the roof. The theft occurred as the city was basking in international attention, with the event showcasing Palermo's cultural revival. The police confirmed the theft but provided no further details. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between Palermo's renaissance and its persistent issues with petty crime and social inequality. Despite the setback, the organizers and city officials remain focused on the success of Manifesta, which runs through November 2018.