Avete detto ricchi? — A play by Mangiatori di Nuvole

An evening of popular theatre in Valgrana

Set against the charming backdrop of Piazza Marconi in the town of Valgrana (Province of Cuneo, Piedmont), "Avete detto ricchi?" is the latest comedy from the amateur theatre troupe Mangiatori di Nuvole. This free-admission performance marks the opening of a short tour visiting several villages in the Grana Valley and the Cuneo area, highlighting the company's deep connection to its local roots.

The plot: a lie that changes everything

The story follows Carlo and Serena, a couple struggling as their adult children drift away from family life. To bring them back, they hatch a risky plan: pretending they have inherited a fortune from a distant relative, the mysterious Aunt Incatenata. Meanwhile, the space left by their children is filled by Grandma Rita, who left her partner after he gambled away his pension at Bingo, and sister-in-law Isolde, a germaphobe terrified of everything. Between eccentric characters, cascading misunderstandings, and absurd situations, the fake wealth triggers a whirlwind of plot twists and laughter.

A local theatre company

The Mangiatori di Nuvole are an amateur theatre group rooted in the Cuneo valleys, known for producing a new original show every year. The play is written and directed by Giulia Brenna and Omar Ramero and features a large cast: Mattia Audisio, Ginevra Barbero, Lorenzo Beccaria, Cristiana Brignone, Natasha Caula, Jada Giordano, Paola Isaia, Giulia Picco, Matilda Qafaloku, Alessandro Rosso, and Elisa Salomone.

The tour through the Cuneo valleys

Following its debut in Valgrana, the comedy continues its run in neighbouring towns, with performances in Cervasca (Amphitheatre), Caraglio (Civic Theatre), and Busca (Civic Theatre). All shows are free to attend and take place in the evening.

• Municipality: Valgrana (CN)
• Venue: Piazza Marconi
• Admission: Free
• Patronage: Municipalities of Valgrana, Cervasca, Caraglio, and Busca, with the Valgrana Pro Loco

Open-air theatre in the Grana Valley

This initiative is part of the vibrant summer event season in the Grana Valley, where the squares of small towns transform into open-air theatres. It is a high-quality amateur theatre experience, accessible to all and deeply connected to the cultural identity of the Piedmont region.