Balletto del Sud
presents
FROM ITALY WITH LOVE
presents
FROM ITALY WITH LOVE
Choreography by Fredy Franzutti
Music by Monteverdi, Rossini, Verdi, Cilea, Mascagni,
Tosti, Mina, Battisti, Battiato, Vecchioni, Lauzi, Daniele e Conte.
Tosti, Mina, Battisti, Battiato, Vecchioni, Lauzi, Daniele e Conte.
Premiered in October 2024 by Balletto del Sud, their new production "From Italy, with Love" has swiftly established itself as a celebrated highlight of the season and quickly garnered critical acclaim and enthusiastic media praise. It has since become a cherished favorite among audiences in Italy.
This extraordinary production offers a compelling and evocative portrait of Italian spirit and ambiance.
Through a meticulously curated selection of music—from iconic works of the operatic repertoire to beloved pieces from popular music, composed by distinguished Italian artists from the 16th to the 20th century—From Italy, with Love vividly celebrates Italy’s rich and diverse musical legacy.
Monteverdi, Rossini, Verdi, Cilea, Mascagni, are the composers of this exceptional program dedicated to Italy, combined with the melodies of Einaudi and the songs of Tosti, Mina, Battisti, Battiato, Vecchioni, Lauzi, Daniele and Conte.
Through a meticulously curated selection of music—from iconic works of the operatic repertoire to beloved pieces from popular music, composed by distinguished Italian artists from the 16th to the 20th century—From Italy, with Love vividly celebrates Italy’s rich and diverse musical legacy.
Monteverdi, Rossini, Verdi, Cilea, Mascagni, are the composers of this exceptional program dedicated to Italy, combined with the melodies of Einaudi and the songs of Tosti, Mina, Battisti, Battiato, Vecchioni, Lauzi, Daniele and Conte.
Il Balletto del Sud presents a three-part contemporary dance trilogy dedicated to the modernist ideals of the Bauhaus movement: Wassily B3, Ekphora, and Effetto Lazarus. The choreography is complemented by the virtuosic piano performance of Scipione Sangiovanni.
Beatles Songs: An immersive voyage through body and sound within the universe of the legendary Liverpool band, reimagined in a symphonic arrangement by Luciano Berio. As a global phenomenon of mass communication, the Beatles revolutionized music, fashion, and pop art, leaving an indelible imprint on the cultural landscape of an entire era.
Jonio-Sud-Barocco: Inspired by the initials of Johann Sebastian Bach, this exploration illuminates specific concepts rooted in a particular geographic region and a unique historical and cultural identity. From a contemporary perspective, Baroque is perceived through a lens that underscores the thematic and creative continuities shared by the two artists, bridging past and present.
Selected Reviews:
« Absolutely unconventional and in many ways refined choice of songs. The twenty songs performed allowed all members of
the company to perform as soloists, with peaks of excellence in a general level of great quality. Several interpretations struck us, such as the captivating final choreography on the notes of «Vieni via con me» by Paolo Conte. Well done and congratulations to everyone… »
Enrico Ciccarelli, BonCulture (1/3/2025)
« Absolutely unconventional and in many ways refined choice of songs. The twenty songs performed allowed all members of
the company to perform as soloists, with peaks of excellence in a general level of great quality. Several interpretations struck us, such as the captivating final choreography on the notes of «Vieni via con me» by Paolo Conte. Well done and congratulations to everyone… »
Enrico Ciccarelli, BonCulture (1/3/2025)
Ballet of the South, a postcard from Italy
After the summer success, the sparkling freshness of the show “From Italy with love” infected the spectators who came on October 13th to the Apollo theatre in Lecce for the inauguration of the new winter season of Balletto del Sud, a dance company that in thirty years of activity has acquired ever greater importance at a national and international level thanks to the commitment of the tireless choreographer from Lecce Fredy Franzutti , director of the ensemble...
Fernando Greco, Il Tacco d'Italia (10/16/2024)
.....A postcard, yes, but also an identity card of an Italy that was brilliant in expressing passions and feelings that have remained unchanged over the centuries despite the variety of styles..
Fernando Greco, Il Tacco d'Italia (10/16/2024)
It is not the first time that the choreographer excites the intellectual curiosity of his audience with witty quotations, which during the evening in Lecce created the right setting for priceless choreographic scenes in which the dancers performed successfully, sometimes individually involved in exciting pas de deux, sometimes creators of particularly effective ensemble moments.
Fernando Greco, Il Tacco d'Italia (10/16/2024)
All without distinction have contributed to make current on the stage that humanity that remains the same throughout the flow of historical eras, combining the undoubted technical expertise with a tangible emotionality and a vigorous and exuberant physicality, enhanced by the modern cut of the costumes, also accomplices in the creation of a very enjoyable show that at the end obtained a participatory standing ovation.
Fernando Greco, Il Tacco d'Italia (10/16/2024)
After the summer success, the sparkling freshness of the show “From Italy with love” infected the spectators who came on October 13th to the Apollo theatre in Lecce for the inauguration of the new winter season of Balletto del Sud, a dance company that in thirty years of activity has acquired ever greater importance at a national and international level thanks to the commitment of the tireless choreographer from Lecce Fredy Franzutti , director of the ensemble...
Fernando Greco, Il Tacco d'Italia (10/16/2024)
.....A postcard, yes, but also an identity card of an Italy that was brilliant in expressing passions and feelings that have remained unchanged over the centuries despite the variety of styles..
Fernando Greco, Il Tacco d'Italia (10/16/2024)
It is not the first time that the choreographer excites the intellectual curiosity of his audience with witty quotations, which during the evening in Lecce created the right setting for priceless choreographic scenes in which the dancers performed successfully, sometimes individually involved in exciting pas de deux, sometimes creators of particularly effective ensemble moments.
Fernando Greco, Il Tacco d'Italia (10/16/2024)
All without distinction have contributed to make current on the stage that humanity that remains the same throughout the flow of historical eras, combining the undoubted technical expertise with a tangible emotionality and a vigorous and exuberant physicality, enhanced by the modern cut of the costumes, also accomplices in the creation of a very enjoyable show that at the end obtained a participatory standing ovation.
Fernando Greco, Il Tacco d'Italia (10/16/2024)
Balletto del Sud, founded in 1995 and directed by Fredy Franzutti, is one of Italy's leading dance companies, recognized by the Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Activities since 1999. The company features an internationally diverse group of dancers and soloists of high technical skill, capable of performing in key roles across a vast and varied repertoire.The company's tours across multiple countries reflect its commitment to cultural exchange, bringing the art of dance to diverse audiences worldwide. Overall, Balletto del Sud stands out for its artistic quality, innovative choreography, and contributions to both classical ballet and contemporary dance.
The company has toured extensively, performing in countries such as Albania, Algeria, Colombia, Croatia, Egypt, Peru, Spain, Tunisia, and Vietnam, showcasing its international reach and appeal.
Freddy Franzutti (Choreographer, Founder)
Fredy Franzutti has gained significant experience in various theatres in Europe, specializing in the reworking of classics, reconstructing lost ballets, and creating dances and dance pieces for operas directed by world-famous directors.
He has also created a repertoire of 45 shows for Balletto del Sud, the company he founded.
The company has toured extensively, performing in countries such as Albania, Algeria, Colombia, Croatia, Egypt, Peru, Spain, Tunisia, and Vietnam, showcasing its international reach and appeal.
Freddy Franzutti (Choreographer, Founder)
Fredy Franzutti has gained significant experience in various theatres in Europe, specializing in the reworking of classics, reconstructing lost ballets, and creating dances and dance pieces for operas directed by world-famous directors.
He has also created a repertoire of 45 shows for Balletto del Sud, the company he founded.
Additionally, he has choreographed for prestigious institutions such as the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow, the Rome Opera House (where he produced six different works at the invitation of Carla Fracci), and the Sofia Opera House, where he served as resident choreographer from 2019 to 2021.
His work has also been featured at the Monte Carlo Opera, Bilbao Opera, and Tirana Opera, as well as various Rai Uno events, including the dances for the 2004 New Year's Concert broadcast from Teatro La Fenice in Venice and Eurovision.
He curates opera dances for productions performed in France, Spain, Russia, and numerous venues in Italy, including the ROF of Pesaro, Baths of Caracalla (Aida), Teatro Lirico of Cagliari, Bellini of Catania, Petruzzelli of Bari, and theatres in Catanzaro, Reggio Calabria, Fano, Piacenza, and Ferrara beside many others.
His work has also been featured at the Monte Carlo Opera, Bilbao Opera, and Tirana Opera, as well as various Rai Uno events, including the dances for the 2004 New Year's Concert broadcast from Teatro La Fenice in Venice and Eurovision.
He curates opera dances for productions performed in France, Spain, Russia, and numerous venues in Italy, including the ROF of Pesaro, Baths of Caracalla (Aida), Teatro Lirico of Cagliari, Bellini of Catania, Petruzzelli of Bari, and theatres in Catanzaro, Reggio Calabria, Fano, Piacenza, and Ferrara beside many others.
