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Culture CULTURE LEARN ITALIAN BY DOING This program invites you to learn or practice Italian in a relaxed and "simpatico" atmosphere outside of a classroom. Come and join us to learn or polish your Italian! UPCOMING EVENTS TERM FALL TERM WINTER TERM Dates September 19 - November 21 January 16 - March 20 Days Beginner: Thursdays at 7:00 - 9:00pm Italiano a Tavola (Dinner & Conversations) Join facilitator Violante Binazzi as we enjoy a delicious prix fixe dinner at Ristorante Boccaccio while engaging in lively Italian conversation. These are drop-in classes and don’t require a full-term commitment. Prix fixe menu is included. The facilitator and language instruction are complimentary. Intermediate: Fridays at 7:00 - 9:00pm • Beginners: Learn Italian for different practical situations, useful for travelling in Italy. # of Weeks 10 weeks 10 weeks • Intermediate: Learn new Italian vocabulary in a pleasant and informal atmosphere. Location Ristorante Boccaccio Ristorante Boccaccio Individual Class $30.00 +HST $30.00 +HST Instructor: Violante Binazzi is an Italian native speaker with a degree in Art History from the University of Florence, Italy. Violante is certificated as a teacher by the Italian Ministry of Education. Now in Toronto, she continues to share her love for the Italian language and her passion for the Italian culture. Pricing & Schedule subject to change without notice. “Concerto Italiano” with conductor, pianist and composer Luciano Bellini. Photo courtesy of Istituto Italiano di Cultura. Reservations: 416-789-7011 ext. 248 or [email protected] Ristorante Boccaccio Columbus Centre 901 Lawrence Ave. West, Toronto, ON M6A 1C3 CULTURAL EVENTS Cultural Events are a curated selection of activities designed to engage our community in learning about the arts. Featuring artists, writers, performers and presenters, these events allow participants to discover the history, culture and differences that make up the Italian heritage. NEW! UPCOMING WORKSHOPS Impara l’Arte with Violante Binazzi Every Thursday beginning September 19 to November 21 5:30 - 6:30pm The 16th century gave birth to three great masters of Italian art: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Raphael. The influence of their artistic style would have a big impact on the Italian art scene and the world. In this workshop, we invite you to practice your Italian while learning about the great masters of Italian Renaissance. Travel through Italy with Angelita Papa Every Wednesday beginning October 2 - November 20 7:00 - 8:00pm A one-hour conversation in English and Italian where we will explore Italian history, traditions and cities in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. 26 | COLUMBUS CENTRE UPCOMING PERFORMANCES Tarantella: Southern Italian Folk Music, Song & Dance Workshop Sunday, October 6 at 2:00pm Conducted in English and Italian, this workshop will take you into the world of folk music and dance from Southern Italy and the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. With a focus on the Tarantella and pizzica rhythms and its many variations, you will discover its rich traditions and customs. Facilitator, Marisa Buffone will perform and also teach traditional songs, combined with music and dancing. Location: Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery Columbus Centre FREE ADMISSION TO ALL UPCOMING WORKSHOPS Frédéric Chopin “The Complete Nocturnes” with pianist Alessandro Vena Presented in partnership with Istituto Italiano di Cultura Tuesday, September 3 at 7:00pm “Concerto Italiano” with conductor, pianist and composer Luciano Bellini Presented in partnership with Istituto Italiano di Cultura Friday, September 20 at 7:00pm Columbus Concert Jazz Band Thursday, November 14 at 7:00pm We are now offering Pay What You Can performances. This program is aimed at providing increased access to live performances for our entire community. Simply pay what you can before the start of each performance. Thank you for your support! LOCATION Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON For more information on our upcoming Cultural events and programs call 416-789-7011 ext. 248. FALL & WINTER 2019 / 20 | 27