FestItalia, an event which aims to build a miniature Italy in Bucharest by recreating typical Italian celebrations, will take place in Herastrau park between September 12 and September 18, 2013.

The event will kick off on September 12, 20:30,  with a performance by the Italian folk group Terrasonora (in picture), while the next day the festival continues from 18:30 with a traditional Italian music and dance show organized by Ro.As.It, the Italians’ Association in Romania, which promotes the identity of ethnic Italians in Romania.

On September 14, 17:00, Parada association will bring on stage the Parad-ise show, while at 20:30 the band Gruppo Musicale Artegiovane will present the Europe past present and future event.

The event will continue on September 15, with a circus show presented by Parada Romania foundation, affiliated to Parada Italia, followed by a classical music concert and “improvised” performances of anonymous musicians.

On Monday (September 16) jazz fans can enjoy a concert featuring famous melodies from traditional Italian music, performed in the swing and bossanova versions from 20:30.

FestItalia will continue on September 17, with the 60 years of Italian fashion history in the moonlight event, starting 20:00.

Italian singer Marco Finotto will take to the stage during the final day of the event on September 18, 20:00.

Irina Popescu, irina.popescu@romania-insider.com

(photo source: terrasonora's facebook page)