de bello: art for peace
nobel laureates in dialogue at gres art 671

de bello: art for peace. nobel laureates in dialogue at gres art 671, proudly promoted by the Fondazione Pesenti, is pleased to present a series of transformative events that will unite nobel peace prize laureates and distinguished international figures, all dedicated to advancing global peace, reconciliation, and human rights. As a key space for both reflection and action, gres art 671 seeks to transcend its traditional role as an art venue, positioning itself as a dynamic international hub for cultural exchange, diplomacy, and peacebuilding. This initiative aligns with the upcoming exhibition de bello: notes on war and peace, which provides a powerful exploration of the psychological, emotional, and physical effects of conflict through contemporary art. By connecting art with themes of peace and war, gres art 671 will serve as a platform for meaningful dialogue, not only within Italy but across the globe, bridging diverse cultures and voices committed to the ideals of peace and understanding.

These events will feature live discussions, talks, and panel sessions, allowing the audience to engage directly with these distinguished figures, learn from their experiences, and reflect on how to contribute to global peace and justice.

The first event features a dialogue between Tawakkul Karman, Yemeni journalist, human rights activist, and the first Arab woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize in 2011, and Samia Nkrumah, a prominent figure in Pan-African unity and an influential voice in the global movement for African unity.

Lebanese sound artist Mohamed Choucair, one of the 37 artists featured in the exhibition 'de bello. notes on war and peace,' will treat the audience to a live sound performance created using recordings from war-torn environments, evocatively titled 'Don't Look Up.

What if we challenged ourselves to a performance of silence?
Inspired by Marina Abramović, let’s explore nonverbal communication and discover the power of saying so much with so little.

The activities and visual paths are designed for families with children aged 3 to 5 years old, with approaches and language suitable for young children, to introduce the new generations to contemporary art.

L’obiettivo è tracciare il filo ideale che unisce il passato al presente e le eroine delle opere di Donizetti (nell’interpretazione paradigmatica di Maria Callas) a un progetto di Marina Abramović, donna-simbolo dell’arte contemporanea, come la Callas prima di lei, alla quale ha dedicato Seven Deaths, performance in cui convivono arte visiva, opera lirica e tensione dialettica tra l’evocazione di Maria Callas e l’immanenza della stessa Abramović, donne in cui vita e arte convergono.

Questa iniziativa si propone come nuova occasione di approfondimento legata alle suggestioni che provengono dalle opere donizettiane e al fascino che l’opera continua a esercitare sugli artisti di oggi.

L’attrice bergamasca Matilde Facheris interpreterà inoltre un monologo inedito scritto da Alberto Mattioli e dedicato a Maria Callas, mentre il soprano Eleonora Boaretto, accompagnata dal pianista Giulio Zappa, eseguirà pagine di Donizetti.

This is a unique opportunity to meet up close with one of the most influential and celebrated exponents of the contemporary scene and together trace the evolution of performance art.

Following this appointment, the exhibition will be officially opened.

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