Chronicae — International Festival of Historical Novels
The historical novel festival of Piove di Sacco
About Chronicae
The Past to Understand the Present
Chronicae — International Festival of Historical Novels is the cultural event that has made Piove di Sacco, in the heart of the Saccisica area in the province of Padua, one of the national reference points for historical fiction. Four days of meetings with writers, dialogues, scenic readings, and events dedicated to schools make the festival a moment of comparison on the relationship between history, memory, and current events.
Matteo Strukul's Direction
The festival is conceived and organized by the SUGARPULP Cultural Association, with the artistic direction of Matteo Strukul, a best-selling historical fiction author, in collaboration with the Municipality of Piove di Sacco and with the patronage of the Ministry of Culture and the Veneto Region.
Two Venues in the Historic Center
The events take place between the Teatro Filarmonico and Palazzo Pinato Valeri, two symbolic places in the historic center of Piove di Sacco. Each edition revolves around a central theme that guides the selection of authors and topics addressed, always maintaining an international perspective.
Chronicae — edition 2026
The 12th edition of Chronicae takes place in Piove di Sacco from April 16th to 19th, 2026, with the theme 'Free Spirits', dedicated to figures, stories, and visions capable of breaking the mold. Under the artistic direction of Matteo Strukul, the festival brings together Italian and international writers at the Teatro Filarmonico and Palazzo Pinato Valeri.
Among the announced guests are Dacia Maraini, Lorenza Foschini, Paolo Malaguti, Marina Marazza, Erica Cassano, Carlo A. Martigli, Marcello Simoni, Maurizio Dianese, and Alessandra Mauro, with dialogues, scenic readings, and events for schools. The event is under the patronage of the Ministry of Culture and the Veneto Region.
Programme Chronicae 2026
Thursday, April 16th
- 9:00 PM — Teatro Filarmonico: Maurizio Dianese presents the biography of Felice Maniero
Friday, April 17th
- 9:00 PM — Teatro Filarmonico: Lorenza Foschini on Proust's 'Time Regained'
Saturday, April 18th
- Morning — Paolo Malaguti, meeting with schools
- Marina Marazza and the Barolo family saga
- Erica Cassano
- Carlo A. Martigli, a story of spiritual formation
- Dialogue between Marcello Simoni and Matteo Strukul
Sunday, April 19th
- Reading from Agatha Christie with Giacomo Brunoro and Silvia Gorgi
- Photography talk with Alessandra Mauro
- Interview with Dacia Maraini, guest of honor
- Paolo Malaguti on the memory of the Resistance
Full program and bookings at festivalromanzostorico.it.
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Practical information — Chronicae
How to Get Here
Piove di Sacco can be reached from Padua in about 20 minutes by car (SP3) or by intercity bus. The festival venues, the Teatro Filarmonico and Palazzo Pinato Valeri, are located in the historic center.
Admission
All meetings are free until seats are filled; booking via Eventbrite is recommended for some events.
Info
Full program at festivalromanzostorico.it.
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Where does it take place — Chronicae
Teatro Filarmonico e Palazzo Pinato Valeri
Teatro Filarmonico, Via Garibaldi, 35028 Piove di Sacco