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Rome: The Smashing Pumpkins on august 1st at the Capannelle Hippodrome
As part of Rock in Roma, the legendary band led by Billy Corgan, THE SMASHING PUMPKINS, will perform on August 1, 2025, at the Capannelle Hippodrome. They will play their greatest hits and present their latest album, “Aghori Mhori Mei”, released earlier this year. This is a unique opportunity to experience the electrifying energy and melancholic poetry of one of the most iconic bands in alternative rock. Tickets will be available starting Friday, December 20, 2024, at 10:00 AM on rockinroma.com, ticketone.it, and ticketmaster.it. Born in the early ’90s under the fiery leadership of the brilliant and charismatic Billy Corgan, the Pumpkins have defied labels, crossing genres and decades with a chameleon-like ability that few bands can match. From the distorted and dreamy sounds of masterpieces like “Siamese Dream” (1993) to the epic symphony of “Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness” (1995)—a double album that made music history—The Smashing Pumpkins have crafted a unique sonic universe: a captivating mix of grunge, shoegaze, heavy metal, psychedelia, and majestic orchestrations. “Bullet With Butterfly Wings,” “Tonight, Tonight,” “1979”—songs infused with rebellious energy and melancholic poetry that resonate with entire generations. Their music is more than just sound; it’s an emotional journey, a dive into the light and dark sides of the human soul, driven by Corgan’s unmistakable voice and thunderous guitars that rage like electric storms. In an era where rock seemed defined, the Pumpkins broke the mold, becoming symbols of innovation and introspection. Over thirty years later, their legend continues to grow, inspiring and mesmerizing audiences worldwide. Their concerts are pure sonic catharsis: immersive light and sound shows that transport spectators on a journey through their glorious past and an unwritten future. The Smashing Pumpkins are more than a band; they are a living legend.
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Actuality
Acea Illuminates the Jubilee
115 Years Since Its Founding, the Group’s Commitment to the Holy Year 2025 Acea announced its initiatives and projects for the Holy Year 2025 in the Sala San Pio X in the Vatican. The event featured speeches from His Excellency Monsignor Rino Fisichella, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, and Acea’s leadership, including Chairwoman Barbara Marinali and CEO Fabrizio Palermo. They outlined the company’s contributions to the internationally significant event set to begin in a few days. One of the most notable projects was carried out by Areti, the Group’s subsidiary responsible for public and artistic lighting in the City of Rome. Areti revamped and enhanced the lighting of the statues atop the colonnade of St. Peter’s Square. Thanks to this light architecture project, the 140 travertine sculptures crowning the columns and pillars of the most iconic peristyle in the Christian world are now illuminated by 280 next-generation LED projectors. These projectors are energy-efficient and environmentally friendly. Additionally, the company upgraded the LED lighting for the public spaces of St. Peter’s Square, Via della Conciliazione, and the chandeliers of Bernini’s colonnade. In preparation for the Jubilee, Acea is also installing 14 new Water Houses, two within Vatican City and 12 in Rome, strategically placed along Jubilee routes and near major Basilicas. These will complement the existing Water Houses and the city’s 2,500 iconic “nasoni” fountains, providing tourists and pilgrims with access to some of the world’s purest and most certified drinking water—Rome’s water. Acea has also launched the new app “Acquea,” which geolocates over 150,000 water points on a map. The app provides information in three languages (Italian, English, and Spanish) about the quality of the water available. The company will support the Jubilee of Adolescents from April 25 to April 27, which is expected to draw over 100,000 young people aged 12 to 17 to the capital. Acea will carry out water conservation awareness initiatives as part of an educational program in schools. Further details on the projects and more in-depth information are available at the following link: https://www.gruppo.acea.it/giubileo.
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Actuality
Rome: Inspections ahead of the Jubilee, Police shut down two hospitality establishments
Area near Termini Station. Police inspections of hospitality facilities are becoming increasingly stringent in preparation for the Jubilee: two unauthorized hotels have been uncovered, and the Rome Police Chief has ordered their immediate closure. Preventing illegal operations and management practices that disregard current regulations for hospitality establishments is one of the main reasons that led the Rome Police Chief to seal two properties located on Via Palestro and Via Varese. This decision follows numerous inspections conducted by the State Police in view of the upcoming Jubilee. Starting with a simple license for guesthouses — as in the case of the property on Via Palestro — or an “alternative form of hospitality” license — as in the case of the property on Via Varese — and then effectively managing the facility as a hotel is one of the methods used to circumvent laws and regulations. This is precisely the violation identified by officers from the Administrative Division of the Rome Police Department regarding the owners of the two establishments in question. After reviewing the documentation, the Rome Police Chief, tasked by law with ensuring the safety and well-being of citizens, issued an order for the immediate cessation of the illegal activities. The order was executed by agents from the Administrative and Social Division.
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Events
“Christmas in Jazz” is coming: seven events to celebrate the holidays at Casa del Jazz in Rome
December 21–29, 2024 The much-anticipated Christmas concert series returns to the Casa del Jazz in Rome, a musical journey that explores the origins and evolution of jazz—from dixieland and swing to bop. Seven extraordinary evenings featuring orchestras, vocal ensembles, and small bands will enliven the most festive time of the year, offering unique moments of rhythm and magic. Before Christmas, two concerts will feature clarinetist and composer Nico Gori with two different ensembles: the explosive Swing 10tet of ten musicians (December 21) and the Young Lions Quartet (December 22). The popular banjo virtuoso Lino Patruno will perform jazz Christmas classics with a sextet (December 23). After Christmas, the program continues with Retrosax, a group featuring three saxophones—alto, tenor, and baritone—with rhythm section accompaniment (December 26), followed by trombonist and leader Massimo Pirone, who will bring to life jazz classics from the 1920s and 1930s (December 27). The highly anticipated Rossana Casale returns with her new album Almost Blue, a program of jazz standards inspired by the color blue, such as Afro Blue, Almost Blue, Blue in Green, and more (December 28). The grand finale features the Mario Corvini Big Band, a 16-piece jazz ensemble, with internationally renowned guest soloist Rosario Giuliani (December 29). PROGRAM December 21 and 22 at 9 PM NICO GORI SWING 10TET The Nico Gori Swing 10tet is an explosive project and one of the most refined jazz ensembles in Italy, led by clarinetist and saxophonist Nico Gori. In 2025, the group will celebrate its 10th anniversary. Since starting his career in 1998, Nico Gori has contributed to numerous jazz, funk, and pop recordings, as well as creating jingles and TV music. He has collaborated with some of the biggest names in international jazz. December 22 at 6 PM NICO GORI & YOUNG LIONS This quartet alternates American jazz standards with original compositions by leader Nico Gori. The program also features forays into South American music, including Brazilian pieces from choro to bossa nova. The ensemble is known for its refined sound, well-crafted arrangements, youthful energy, and outstanding interplay among the “young lions” musicians. December 23 at 9 PM LINO PATRUNO Lino Patruno will perform on banjo and vocals, presenting some of the great jazz classics, including Jingle Bells and White Christmas, in celebration of the season, infused with swing and jazz feeling. The concert will also pay tribute to jazz legends such as Louis Armstrong, Bix Beiderbecke, Nick La Rocca, Coleman Hawkins, Eddie Lang, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, and Ella Fitzgerald. Lino Patruno has received the Golden Globe from the Foreign Press for the film Forever Blues (directed by and starring Franco Nero) and a personal commendation from President Mattarella for his contributions to jazz history. December 26 at 9 PM RETROSAX FEAT. GIORGIO CUSCITO, RED PELLINI & FABRIZIO D’ALISERA Retrosax is a band composed of three saxophones—alto, tenor, and baritone—plus a rhythm section with guitar, double bass, and drums. The arrangements focus on harmonized saxophone themes reminiscent of a big band sax section, while allowing freedom and spontaneity for the soloists, evoking the lively energy of a jazz club jam session. The repertoire spans the 1920s to early 1940s, showcasing pure mainstream swing. December 27 at 9 PM MASSIMO PIRONE “THE LORDS OF DIXIELAND” This project stems from leader Massimo Pirone’s passion for original jazz music from the 1920s and 1930s. The Lords of Dixieland Orchestra performs American jazz standards from that era, using authentic arrangements provided to Pirone by an American archivist, including works by Hoagy Carmichael. Unlike many tributes to this genre, this performance exclusively features original period arrangements. December 28 at 7:30 PM and 9 PM ROSSANA CASALE Following her work on Joni, Rossana Casale returns to jazz with Almost Blue, a concept album inspired by the color blue and its deeper significance in jazz. Blue symbolizes melancholy and hope. From the “blue feeling” came the blues, rooted in the songs of enslaved people in cotton fields, reflecting a longing for freedom and redemption. “The blues is more than a color; it’s a moan of pain, the flavor of conflict, a sad refrain, but also a game that life plays” (All Blues – Kind of Blue, M. Davis, 1959). December 29 at 9 PM MARIO CORVINI BIG BAND – Special Guest ROSARIO GIULIANI The Mario Corvini Big Band was born from an idea by Mario Corvini, founder of the New Talents Jazz Orchestra in 2012 and co-founder of the Parco della Musica Jazz Orchestra in 2005. This classic jazz ensemble features 16 musicians plus a conductor. The program includes original compositions by Mario Corvini, shaped by years of collaborations. These works maintain artistic originality while being enriched by the unique contributions of guest soloists. In this performance, the guest soloist is internationally acclaimed saxophonist Rosario Giuliani. Corvini and Giuliani share a long-standing friendship and professional history, including their work on the Miserere project with the Mac Saxophone Quartet, for which Corvini arranged the music. INFO AND TICKETS: WWW.CASADELJAZZ.COM
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The Chosen: The Christmas special “Holy Night” arrives in Italy to celebrate the Nativity
The holiday special of The Chosen, the historical drama about the life of Jesus and composed of the short films The Shepherd and The Messengers, is being screened for free across Italy. A special event will take place in Rome on December 20th, featuring guests, music, and reflections. A celebration that brings together faith, art, and community: the global phenomenon series offers a unique holiday experience for free. 200 million viewers worldwide More than 700 million episode views A global fanbase of over 110 million people, including many in Italy Over 12 million followers on social media The Chosen is the largest crowdfunded multimedia project ever. With over 200 million unique viewers globally and more than 700 million episode views (Italy ranks fifth globally for total views and first in Europe for app downloads, with 215,000 registered users), The Chosen, the global TV series phenomenon, celebrates Christmas with a special episode titled “Holy Night”, now available in Italian. This episode, dedicated to the Nativity, is being screened for free in churches, associations, charities, and faith networks throughout Italy, offering a unique opportunity to experience the true spirit of Christmas through the power of visual storytelling. Over 1,000 screenings have already been organized (details available at www.thechosen.it/natale). “Holy Night” is a unique experience, made up of two Christmas-themed short films: The Shepherd, the first pilot episode of The Chosen, which raised over $10 million through crowdfunding, and The Messengers. Among the protagonists of this touching and engaging retelling of the Nativity are Mary (both young and older, played by Sara Anne and Vanessa Benavente, respectively), Joseph (Raj Bond), and Mary Magdalene (Elizabeth Tabish). To celebrate the arrival of “Holy Night” in Italian, a special free event open to the public will take place on December 20th at the Auditorium of the Chiesa Pio X in Rome. During the event, hosted by Monica Marangoni and Alessandro Greco, the Christmas special will be screened alongside moments of reflection and music. Confirmed guests include Don Davide Banzato, a well-known television personality and host of I sentieri del cuore on Canale 5, who will deliver a monologue about Christmas; Nico Battaglia, a contemporary Christian music singer-songwriter who will perform pieces from his repertoire; and Giovanni Zappalà, the Italian representative of The Chosen, who will share his testimony about the series’ impact in Italy and around the world. “It’s incredible how The Chosen is gaining such widespread favor with the public in Italy,” says Zappalà. “The numbers speak for themselves: the more than 7.6 million episodes viewed demonstrate the deep passion Italians have shown for the first TV series about the life of Jesus. We called upon our Italian fanbase to organize the event Christmas with The Chosen, featuring the screening of the special episode Holy Night. Around 1,000 events have already been organized throughout Italy—not only in churches but also in theaters, associations, schools, and cinemas. The The Chosen phenomenon is spreading everywhere. And there’s still time: until January 15th, anyone interested can organize a free event by making a request at www.thechosen.it/natale.” Last year, Holy Night was released in American cinemas to great success. Within the special, maestro Andrea Bocelli and his son Matteo performed an emotional piece, which has since garnered over 40 million views and 2 million likes on Instagram. Starting November 25, 2024, all four seasons of The Chosen are available for free in Italian on the official app. The fifth season will be available in 2025. The Chosen, directed and co-written by Dallas Jenkins, is a grassroots project launched in the United States (funded through crowdfunding) and first released online for free in 2019. It boasts a global fanbase of over 110 million people, with a significant presence in Italy, the continental European country with the highest number of app downloads. 4o
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Jubilee 2025: Twelve months of events
With the opening of the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica on December 24, the Jubilee Year will officially commence. It will be twelve months of intense and event-filled celebrations, embracing the entire world and all categories of people: the sick, volunteers, journalists, artists, military personnel, missionaries, adolescents, families, youth, grandparents, priests, confraternities, workers, and entrepreneurs. An inclusive and participatory Jubilee aimed at fostering unity among people and nations. In this context, Rome is preparing to welcome millions of pilgrims and visitors. Through the link https://www.iubilaeum2025.va/it/pellegrinaggio/calendario-giubileo.html, many are already registering to take part in the events. The first event will take place from January 24 to 26, 2025, with the Jubilee of the World of Communication, specifically inviting professionals from the communication sector (journalists, media operators, executives and editors-in-chief, board members, videographers, graphic designers, copywriters, PR specialists, social media managers, audio and video technicians, printers, IT professionals, and more). We at Radio Turismo Magazine will also be there. On February 8 and 9, the Jubilee of the Armed Forces, Police, and Security Services will take place. These two days will emphasize the importance of security during a historical period filled with tensions and rampant crime. Another significant moment will be the Jubilee of Artists, scheduled for February 15 to 18. February and March will also focus on deacons, missionaries, and spiritual reflection. On March 8 and 9, an important two-day event will be dedicated to the Jubilee of the World of Volunteering. This will be an opportunity to assess the current state of a sector that is becoming essential for addressing emergencies in a time marked by international crises, poverty, wars, and natural disasters. From April 5 to 6, 2025, the Jubilee of the Sick and the Healthcare Sector will be held to support those suffering from illness and those working in healthcare under challenging conditions. From April 25 to 27, the spotlight will be on the Jubilee of Adolescents, coinciding with the end of the school year for many. Following this, the Jubilee of People with Disabilities will take place, emphasizing the importance of inclusion and eliminating any remaining barriers. From May 1 to 4, the Jubilee of Workers will occur, followed by the Jubilee of Entrepreneurs on May 4 and 5. This symbolic handover will reaffirm the fundamental role of work for human dignity and the need for entrepreneurs to provide concrete answers in terms of safety and fair compensation. An important moment will take place from May 12 to 14 with the Jubilee of Eastern Churches, fostering dialogue among religious traditions and faiths, continuing the interreligious conversations initiated by Pope John Paul II. From May 30 to June 1, the Jubilee of Families, Children, Grandparents, and the Elderly will celebrate intergenerational unity, central to individual growth. Following the conclusion of the sports season, the Jubilee of Sport will occur on June 14 and 15, with athletes from various disciplines participating alongside celebrated champions contributing to the event. From June 20 to 22, Rome will host the Jubilee of Leaders, emphasizing their immense responsibility in guiding the world toward the path of peace. The highlight of the 2025 Jubilee Year will be from July 28 to August 3 with the Jubilee of Youth, focusing on the young people who hold the keys to the future. As the Holy Door closes, the Jubilee of Migrants will take place on October 4 and 5, followed by the Jubilee dedicated to the Poor, Prisoners, and Educators—ensuring that those most in need receive the attention they deserve.
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