Dante's Inferno: A Hybrid Concert and Dramatized Lecture

Presented by DopoLavoro Teatrale (DLT)

This co-creation of text, music and thought, curated by Florentine artist Daniele Bartolini and Dr. Donato Santeramo, seamlessly integrates elements of a hybrid concert and dramatized lecture. Renowned musician Andrea Gozzi contributes suggestive music to enhance the overall auditory experience, simultaneously delving into the intricacies of one of the preeminent poems in Western literature, Dante’s Divina Commedia.

Central to the performance is Dante Alighieri–the “Everyman”–a middle-aged Middle-Ages Florentine, and his descent into hell.

Spectators will be immersed in the performance, unlocking the meaning of each canto through Santeramo's lectures while revelling in the musicality of Medieval Italian spoken by Bartolini, enhanced by Gozzi’s carefully crafted soundtrack. The event promises to deliver audiences into the very heart of Dante's insightful journey.

Concept, direction, and interpretation: Daniele Bartolini

Dramaturge and narrator: Donato Santeramo

Immersive live music: Andrea Gozzi

Dante Scholar and co-dramaturge: Lazzaro Rino Caputo

Artistic Associate: Danya Buonastella

A DLT creation

Please note: The spoken ancient Italian text will be surtitled in English.