A Unique Journey with Alessandro D’Avenia: “Resisti cuore, l’odissea e l’arte di essere mortali” Join us for an unforgettable evening of reflection and inspiration with Alessandro D’Avenia as he takes us on a deep journey through his latest work, “Resisti cuore, l’Odissea e l’arte di essere mortali”.In this talk, D’Avenia will explore Homer’s epic Odyssey,
Brain Drain: In conversation with economist Michele Boldrin
Join us for a lecture with Michele Boldrin @boldrinmichele , Professor in Economics at Washington University in St. Louis, who will explore the global issue of talent migration and its impact on society and the economy. “Brain Drain, Intellectual Diaspora and Socioeconomic Decline” A reflection upon intellectual diaspora and its contribution to socioeconomic decline, a phonomenon that
Academic Breakfast with former Director-General of CERN Fabiola Gianotti
It is a great pleasure to invite you all to a special breakfast with Dr Fabiola Gianotti, former Director-General of CERN. 📅Wednesday 24 June ⏰9am📍Lucia Windsor Room, Newnham College (map in the 2nd pic)☕️ Light refreshments provided Please note that this event is open to members of the Cambridge University Italian Society and the wider academic
Pizza Night
A look back at one of our CUIS Pizza Nights, bringing together students, members and friends for an evening of authentic Italian pizza, drinks and good company. We are always happy to create opportunities for the community to meet in a relaxed setting and enjoy a proper Italian pizzata together. A simple evening, but one of our favourites
Cambridge x LSE Italian Society
A look back at the formals we have shared with the LSE Italian Society over the years. We are always delighted to welcome fellow Italian students and societies to Cambridge, and it has been a pleasure hosting LSE for these special evenings of good food, conversation and Italian community. We look forward to many more occasions together
Italian Play 2026: Tessitrici di Fiabe
The Cambridge University Italian Society and Ars in Fieri – International Theatre Company proudly present “Tessitrici di Fiabe” – “Weavers of Fairy Tales” 📆 DATES (March 13-15th): Friday 13th – 7PMSaturday 14th – 4PM & 7PMSunday 15th – 2PM ⭐ Step into the great Italian fairy-tale tradition, shaped by the voices and resilience of women.
La Favola de Zoza – interpreted by Paolo Panaro
The Cambridge University Italian Society and Diaghilev Theatre Company present La Favola de Zoza a monologue by Paolo Panaro, based on “Lo cunto de li cunti” by Giambattista Basile. DATES 28th JUNE 2025, Saturday, 7 PM – Keynes Hall, King’s College 29th JUNE 2025, Sunday, 6 PM – Old Labs, Newnham College The performance will be in Italian. Click the
Italian Play 2025: Napoli Milionaria
The Cambridge University Italian Society and Ars in Fieri – International Theatre Company are very proud to present Napoli Milionaria by Eduardo De Filippo, directed by Ludovico Nolfi 📅 Dates and times: Friday, March 14th, 7pm Saturday, March 15th, 4pm and 7pm Sunday, March 16th, 2pm 📍 Location: Palmerston Auditorium, Fisher Building, St. John’s College, Cambridge,
LetteralMente – The Italian Book Club
The Cambridge University Italian Society is proud to present “LetteralMente”, the Italian literature book club focusing. This year, we will focus on Italian female authors of the 20th and 21st century, exploring the voices of both celebrated and emerging writers. Our next gathering will be: 📖 Cosima – by Grazia Deledda📅 Date: Thursday, December 5th🕑 Time: