Colpi di Scena — Theatre Biennale for Children and Youth
The major showcase of theatre for new generations in Forlì
About Colpi di Scena
A National Showcase of Youth Theatre in Forlì
For over twenty years, Colpi di Scena has been the benchmark event for theatre dedicated to new generations in Italy. The biennial festival takes place in Forlì, in the heart of Romagna, making the provincial capital a national crossroads for companies, operators, programmers, and families. The initiative is promoted by Accademia Perduta/Romagna Teatri — one of Italy's leading theatre production centres — in collaboration with ATER Fondazione, under the artistic direction of Claudio Casadio and Ruggero Sintoni.
A widespread celebration in the city's theatres
For four intense days, Colpi di Scena animates Forlì's numerous theatre spaces: the Teatro Diego Fabbri, Teatro il Piccolo, Teatro Testori, Ex ATR, Teatro Felix Guattari, with excursions also to the Teatro Masini in Faenza. The audience moves from one venue to another, following a packed schedule of performances that run from morning to evening, in a festive atmosphere that involves the entire city and makes Forlì a true theatre hub.
What to expect
The festival is a showcase: it presents new productions of Italian youth theatre, with a significant number of national premieres and previews selected from hundreds of applications received from companies across Italy. The programme ranges from fairy tales reinterpreted in a contemporary style, classical myths, storytelling, actor's theatre, dance, and contemporary circus, with a constant focus on themes of inclusion and growth. The performances are designed for different age groups, from the youngest children to high school students, but they speak with the same intensity to adults as well.
An event for the city and the region
Aimed at both industry professionals — directors, actors, distributors, theatre managers — and local families, Colpi di Scena represents a moment of exchange and discovery for Italian youth theatre. For the city of Forlì and for the entire Emilia-Romagna region, it is also an opportunity to experience its theatres in a new way, free of charge and open to all.
Colpi di Scena — edition 2026
The 14th edition of the Colpi di Scena biennale enlivens Forlì from June 23rd to 26th, 2026, with 16 shows, including 13 national premieres, selected from over 140 applications from companies and groups across Italy. Under the artistic direction of Claudio Casadio and Ruggero Sintoni, the programme blends contemporary re-interpretations of fairy tales, classical myths, storytelling, dance, and contemporary circus. Accademia Perduta/Romagna Teatri presents five new productions, created by Compagnia del Buco, Nadia Milani, TCP Tanti Cosi Progetti, Teatro Città Murata, and Factory Compagnia Transadriatica. Performances are held in Forlì's city centre theatres, with one show at the Teatro Masini in Faenza. Admission is free until seats are filled, with mandatory booking.
Programme Colpi di Scena 2026
Monday, June 23rd
- 3:00 PM — Teatro Felix Guattari: The Surreal Legend of Dina and Clarenza (Solares Fondazione delle Arti / Teatro delle Briciole)
- 4:30 PM — Teatro Testori: Against the Sun. The Myth of Daedalus and Icarus (Teatro Gioco Vita)
- 6:00 PM — Ex ATR: Magma. A Claustrophobic Adventure (Compagnia del Buco)
- 7:30 PM — Teatro Diego Fabbri: The World of Almost (Centro Coreografico Nazionale / Aterballetto)
Tuesday, June 24th
- 10:30 AM — Teatro Felix Guattari: Tubes (Sosta Palmizi / Dadodans)
- 2:30 PM — Teatro Testori: Giraffes. The Incredible Story of Zoologist Ann Innis Dagg (Cranpi / Fondazione TRG)
- 4:00 PM — Teatro il Piccolo: Notturna (Nadia Milani, production Accademia Perduta/Romagna Teatri, national premiere)
- 5:30 PM — Ex ATR: An Odyssey (Divisoperzero)
- 7:00 PM — Teatro Diego Fabbri: Alice in the Land of Fools (Teatro Koreja)
Wednesday, June 25th
- 10:00 AM — Teatro Felix Guattari: Of Oaks, Clouds, and Stars… (Elsinor)
- 11:00 AM — Teatro il Piccolo: The Emperor's New Clothes-a-pus (TCP Tanti Cosi Progetti)
- 2:30 PM — Teatro Testori: Bluebeard (Altri Posti in Piedi)
- 4:00 PM — Ex ATR: Charlie (Teatro Città Murata)
- 6:00 PM — Teatro Masini in Faenza: Pinocchio. A Child Like All Others (Factory Compagnia Transadriatica)
Thursday, June 26th
- 10:00 AM — Teatro il Piccolo: Morgan's Stupid Dreams (Castaldo / Sintucci)
- 11:30 AM — Teatro Testori: The Flying Boy (La Baracca Testoni Ragazzi)
The complete and updated schedule can be found on the website accademiaperduta.it.
Highlights Colpi di Scena 2026
Among the most anticipated moments: the national premiere of Notturna by Nadia Milani, the five new productions by Accademia Perduta/Romagna Teatri, the dance performances Il Mondo dei Quasi by Aterballetto and Tubi by Sosta Palmizi/Dadodans, and revisited classics like Pinocchio, Alice in the Land of Fools, and The Odyssey. A total of 16 shows, including 13 national premieres.
Prices Colpi di Scena 2026
Practical information — Colpi di Scena
Where
The performances take place in the theatres of Forlì's historic centre: Teatro Diego Fabbri, Teatro il Piccolo, Teatro Testori, Ex ATR, and Teatro Felix Guattari, with one performance at the Teatro Masini in Faenza. The festival office is located at Corso Diaz 47, 47121 Forlì.
Admission and booking
All performances are free to the public, subject to availability. Booking is mandatory and can be made by calling +39 0543 26355. It is always advisable to check times, venues, and availability on the official website before attending a performance.
Contacts
Phone: +39 0543 26355 — Email: [email protected] — Website: accademiaperduta.it
How to get here
Forlì is well connected via the A14 motorway (Forlì exit) and has a train station on the Bologna-Rimini line. The theatres are located in the historic centre, a short distance from each other and within walking distance.
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Where does it take place — Colpi di Scena
Teatro Diego Fabbri e altri teatri di Forlì
Corso Diaz 47, 47121 Forlì