32nd ANNUAL CONTEMPORARY ART EXHIBITION
April to October 2025
Inauguration May 25th at 3:00 pm
At 4:00 pm concert by Alessandro Asso Stefana
Art in Flight: SPAZIOTEMPO at Pergine Castle
Music, art, and flight: the event that preceded “SPAZIOTEMPO.” In recent weeks, a captivating artistic performance welcomed the works of “SPAZIOTEMPO,” blending choral music with the flight of a helicopter. The Te Deum, performed by the Castel Pergine Choir, intertwined with the sound of the helicopter blades, transforming a logistical operation into a solemn and spectacular event. The citizens of Pergine looked up to the sky above the castle hill, admiring the art pieces flown in. The monumental sculpture exhibition “SPAZIOTEMPO” by Francesco Panceri, organized by the Castel Pergine Foundation and curated by Dora Bulart, will be inaugurated on May 25, 2025, at 3:00 PM. The artist, curator and authorities will be present at the event, accompanied by the musical performance of Alessandro “Asso” Stefana. Stefana, an Italian guitarist, composer and multi-instrumentalist, interweaves folk, cinematic and ambient sounds in sound textures of intense charm. Over the past two decades he has built an atypical path, away from the spotlight, but rich in collaborations with great Italian and international artists such as Pj Harvey, Mike Patton, Micah P. Hinson, Vinicio Capossela, Calexico, Penguin Cafe, and many others.
During the exhibition, there will be in-depth discussions on the themes of space and time, with roundtables involving artists, architects, philosophers, and historians.
“Castello In forma” Course – 2025 Season
The Fondazione Castelpergine ETS is offering a completely free “In Formazione” course, running from April 4 to June 6. The seven sessions will cover the following topics:
History, Art, and Archaeology of Valsugana and Pergine, with speakers Giampaolo Dalmeri, Elena Silvestri, Roberta Oberosler, and Nicoletta Pisu.
Cultural Heritage Management, with a focus on accessibility, safety, and the development of enhancement activities, featuring speakers Adriano Conci, Valentina Recati, Franca Graziadei, and Sandro Tomasi.
Heritage Communication, aimed at diverse audiences and including edutainment, with Samuela Caliari, Federica Rambelli, Francesca Jurman, and Stefania Schir.
The conferences, each lasting around two hours, are open to the public, students, teachers, enthusiasts, volunteers, and even architects, providing valuable professional development.
The course was conceived and is coordinated by Dr. Annamaria Azzolini. The first session will feature Professor Gregorio Arena from the University of Trento, founder of Labsus, who will introduce the course with a lecture on “Preserving Beauty: Caring for a Common Good”.
The course will begin on Friday, April 4, from 18:00 to 20:00, at Sala della Banda, via Pontara 11, Pergine Valsugana. Subsequent dates include April 11, May 9, 16, 23, 30, and the final session on June 6 at Sala Rossi – Palazzo a Prato, via Maier 17, Pergine Valsugana.
This is a unique opportunity to explore the history and archaeology of Valsugana from various perspectives, with a panel of distinguished speakers and professionals in the field.
For information and reservations, please email info@fondazionecastelpergine.eu or call 320 3368440.
The course will be in Italian language.
Upcoming events
Sunday, May 25 – 3:00 PM
SPAZIOTEMPO exhibition opening
By Francesco Panceri, curated by Dora Bulart
Sunday, May 25 – 4:00 PM
Concert by Alessandro Asso Stefana
Free admission
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 6:00 PM
“Losing Balance: A Journey Through the Imbalances of the Anthropocene”
Paola Favero, forester, writer, and expert in environmental education, will present her latest book, Losing Balance: A Journey Through the Imbalances of the Anthropocene, addressing the highly relevant theme of ecological imbalance.
Free admission
May 30, 31 & June 1, 2, 20, 21, 22, 2025, at 8:00 PM
“Castle of Cards”
By Elisa D’Andrea, directed by Chiara Benedetti, featuring Marta Marchi and Giuseppe Amato. An immersive theatrical experience transforming Castello di Pergine into an open-air stage. Through a guided journey across forgotten spaces and breathtaking landscapes, spectators will delve into the stories and events that have shaped the castle over the centuries. Based on historical research, the performance is a blend of reality and imagination, bringing history to life.
With the collaboration of Associazione Amici della Storia.
Tickets: €12, €10 (<26, >65), €8 (Castelpergine Foundation and Theater Friends subscribers), €3 (young audience). Available at the Pergine Municipal Theater box office or online at www.teatrodipergine.it.
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 5:30 PM
“Resonances of Six Strings”
Daniyah Guitar Duo – Maja Kralj & Alice Pereira Brandão, guitars A concert dedicated to the winner of the LFN International Chamber Music Competition. The duo impresses with their musical synergy and maturity, featuring works by Ginastera, Elmas, Dalcroze, and Gnatalli.
Tickets (including aperitif): €15, €14 (<26, >65), €13 (Castelpergine Foundation subscribers, Theater Friends, hotel guests, and Follia Nuova members). Available at the Pergine Municipal Theater box office or online at www.teatrodipergine.it.
Music at the Castle: Concerts of the Season
Once again this year, the Castle will host musical events in collaboration with La Follia Nuova, featuring four aperitif concerts and a special night of art and music.
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 5:30 PM – “Resonances of Six Strings”
Daniyah Guitar Duo – Maja Kralj and Alice Pereira Brandão, guitars
A concert dedicated to the winner of the LFN International Chamber Music Competition. The duo stands out for their musical harmony and maturity, with a repertoire that includes original transcriptions and works by Ginastera, Elmas, Dalcroze, and Gnatalli.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 5:30 PM – “Ways”
Duo Zunino – Eliana Zunino (vocals) and Katia Ambra Zunino (Celtic harp)
A musical journey along ancient trade routes, from the Salt Road to the Silk Road, blending sounds that unite East and West, accompanied by Mediterranean and Northern rhythms.
Saturday, June 21, 2025, 5:30 PM – “Sound Reflections”
Duo Bortoletti/Pampararo – Marco Bortoletti (flute) and Riccardo Pampararo (guitar)
A journey through various styles and historical periods, offering an exciting exploration of classical and contemporary repertoire.
Saturday, June 28, 2025, 5:30 PM – “Journey between the 18th and 20th Century”
fiSax Duo – Alex Sebastianutto (sax) and Sebastiano Zorza (accordion)
A musical exploration through eras and genres, with works by Bach, Marcello, Vivaldi, Galliano, Jobim, and Piazzolla, blending virtuosic brilliance with lyrical moments.
Night between Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26, 2025 – “The Hour That Isn’t”
In celebration of the time change from daylight saving time to standard time, Pergine Castle will host a special night of art, music, and culture.
Books
“Perdere l’equilibrio, viaggio tra gli squilibri dell’antropocene” – May 28, 2025, 6:00 PM
Paola Favero, a forest guard and writer, author of several books related to the mountain, and an expert in environmental education, will present her latest book, “Losing Balance: A Journey through the Imbalances of the Anthropocene.” In this book, she explores the very current theme of imbalance, which can have unpredictable consequences not only for individuals but also for ecosystems and society. The book delves into the Anthropocene era, examining environmental, economic, and social imbalances, from climate crises to food and energy production, as well as information and health management. Through concrete experiences and expert contributions, the author paints a picture of a chaotic reality where the speed of change generates instability and disharmony.
The presentation will be in Italian language
Spaziotempo
Side program:
Convivium
June 20 | Friday | 5:00 PM FORM – NON-FORM / PUBLIC ART IN THE URBAN CONTEXT (PART 1)
Speakers: Architect Luca Valentini, Architect Alessandro Franceschini, Architect Claudia Sansò In collaboration with the University of Trento
July 26 | Saturday | 5:00 PM DISURBANO | The Art of Words
Recital of unpublished poems, presentation of the movement, and informal celebration of the 15th Anniversary. Guest of honor: Poet Guido Oldani, nominee for the Nobel Prize in Literature, founder of the contemporary poetry movement “Terminal Realism”. With Annachiara Marangoni, poet, and members of Terminal Realism from Milan, Pisa, Verona, Venice, and Trento.
August 6 | Wednesday | Morning 7:30 AM SPAZIOTEMPO-SENSO | YOGA OF SYNTHESIS
An informal meeting dedicated to silence, featuring Shivananda Yoga practice, led by Marta Marchi.
September 20 | Saturday | 5:00 PM PLACE / NON-PLACE | PUBLIC ART IN THE URBAN CONTEXT (PART 2)
Speakers: Art critic Valerio Deho, Collector Antonio Cossu, Artist Erika Inger, Founder of Lana Art Trail In collaboration with PROMART Association
October 25 | Saturday | 5:00 PM ART & ENTERPRISE
Conference and presentation of the book of the same name. Participants include entrepreneurs from Trentino and Crema with experience in the artistic-cultural sector, alongside local artists. Speakers: Franca Borzaga (Metalworking srl), Daniele Pedretti (Pedretti Graniti), Nicola Capellini (Capellini srl), Maurizio Gianotti, Giuseppe Putignani, Piattaforma Eventi In collaboration with Galleria Contempo.
Free admission
Space for Theater: Two Shows between History and Fairy Tale
The Castle will also be the stage for two fascinating productions by the CastelPergine Foundation and Ariateatro ETS.
“Castello di Carte” on May 30, 31 – June 1, 2, 20, 21, 22, 2025, 8:00 PM
By Elisa D’Andrea, directed by Chiara Benedetti, with Marta Marchi and Giuseppe Amato.
An itinerant show that transforms Pergine Castle into an open-air stage. Through a theatrical path across forgotten spaces and scenic landscapes, the audience will be immersed in the stories and events that have shaped the castle’s history throughout the centuries. Based on historical research, the show not only narrates the passage of time but also brings the charm and atmosphere of the place to life in a captivating experience blending reality and imagination.
“L’anello magico” – A Trentino Fairy Tale on September 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 2025, 9:00 PM
By and with Giuseppe Amato and Chiara Benedetti.
An ancient yet incredibly relevant fairy tale. A young woman, blinded by her poverty, embarks on a journey to find treasures and enchantments, guided by magical animals and enchanted landscapes. Along the way, she discovers the value of simplicity and darkness, ultimately realizing that the precious ring she sought had been in her pocket all along. An intense tale weaving magic and personal growth, leading the audience into a world suspended between dream and reality.
Shows will be in Italian language.
Bistrot “Ca’ Stalla”
On April 5th, the Bistrot "Ca’ Stalla" will open, followed by the Castle's opening on April 12th. These dates mark the beginning of a new season to experience the historical spaces within the castle walls. The Bistrot Ca’ Stalla will be open from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, offering coffee, lunch, and aperitifs. The Castle's restaurant will welcome guests every evening, except Wednesdays, from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM. The hotel offers a wide range of accommodations: historic rooms, modern ones, and even entire towers with a spectacular view of the Valsugana, Lake Caldonazzo, the Valle dei Mocheni, and, in the distance, the Dolomites of Brenta. It’s a unique experience where history, romance, and relaxation come together in an exclusive atmosphere. The new managers of the Castle, Sofia Omodeo Iuli and Manuel Merlo, along with their staff, are ready to welcome guests to this charming historic residence. For reservations, you can email to info@castelpergine.it or visit the official website: www.castelpergine.it.
Hotel Castel Pergine
HOURS:
Bistrot Ca Stalla: 11.00-20.00 closed on Tuesdays.
Bar al Castello 16.30-23.00.
Ristorante al Castello with entrances from 18.45 to 20.30.
Ristorante al Castello closed on Wednesdays.
CONTACTS:
Castel Pergine – hotel and restaurant: n° +39 345 7033720
Bistrot Ca Stalla: n° +39 377 8324404
email for hotel and restaurant: Info@castelpergine.it
www.visitcastelpergine.it
Guided tours
INFO AND RESERVATIONS:
+39 320 336 8440
info@fondazionecastelpergine.eu
For a millennium, Pergine Castle has told about itself and those who have lived there or stopped there. From its ancient stones emanates today a poetics that enchants and reveals the long life on the hill, the one that was consumed within the very long and somewhat shabby walls, in the splendid halls or around the medieval hearth, in the gardens and in the fascinating towers , between the humble and the powerful.
Restorations
We have started a substantial restoration program of Pergine Castle.
In 2022 we relocated the altar complex to the Chapel of St. Andrew and concluded, thanks to a generous private donation, the conservative intervention on the fresco of the Madonna Tower.
In 2023 work on the north-east walls, on the Torrione di Massimiliano and on the Torre della Madonna.
Once the scaffolding was removed from the Torrione di Massimiliano in October, cleaning and conservation interventions revealed the good condition of the original 16th century plaster and highlighted the sanguine decoration of fake stone ashlars, characteristic of the period.
Fundraising dedicated to restorations
Your support is essential
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31 years of art exhibitions in the castle, from 1991 to 2023
1991 Fabrizio Plessi, 1994 Davide Scarabelli, 1995 Toni Benetton, 1996 Giorgio Celiberti, 1997 Riccardo Licata, 1998 Carlo Lorenzetti, 1999 Mauro Staccioli, 2000 Francesco Somaini, 2001 Pino Castagna, 2002 Michael Deiml, 2003 Eduard Habicher, 2004 Piera Legnaghi, 2005 Romano Abate, 2006 Annamaria Gelmi, 2007 Nane Zavagno, 2008 Santorossi, 2009 Mirta Carroli, 2010 Carlo Ciussi, 2011 Graziano Pompili, 2012 Riccardo Cordero, 2013 Klaus Prior, 2014 Paolo Bellini, 2015 Robert Schad, 2016 Jürgen Knubben, 2017 Roger Rigorth
(Fondazione CastelPergine): 2019 Giuliano Orsingher, 2020 Lois Anvidalfarei, 2021 Pietro Weber, 2022 Marco Lodola, 2023 Andreas Kuhnlein, 2024 Paolo Tait
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