Teatri di Vita is one of Bologna’s most dynamic centres for contemporary theatre and dance, located in Parco dei Pini along Via Emilia Ponente. Founded in 1993 by Andrea Adriatico, it was conceived as a space dedicated to international artistic exchange and has since become a key hub for global performance culture. The theatre presents productions from around the world, ranging from experimental drama to contemporary dance, music and cinema, often highlighting new languages and emerging voices. Its programming is known for its innovative, curious and culturally open spirit, offering audiences opportunities to encounter diverse artistic traditions. Surrounded by greenery, the venue blends urban creativity with a welcoming atmosphere, making Teatri di Vita a distinctive landmark in Bologna’s performing arts landscape.
Bologna Italy
Teatri di Vita is located at Piazzetta Sergio Secci 1 (formerly Via Emilia Ponente 485) in Bologna's Borgo Panigale district, within the lush Parco Pierangelo Bertoli (formerly Parco dei Pini) about 6 km northwest of the historic centre. Housed in a repurposed 1920s industrial aqueduct transformed into a contemporary theatre complex, it serves as a hub for experimental theatre, dance, and international festivals in a green residential area. Nearby are Borgo Panigale train station just 5 minutes away, Chiosco Ai Pini café, Stadio Renato Dall'Ara to the southeast, bus stops on lines 20 and 23 connecting to Piazza Maggiore, and local trattorias along Via Emilia Ponente with easy access to Bologna Centrale station.
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