Famiglia Imbarazzi — Imbarazziamoci Tour

Southern Comedy Arrives in the Sassi

The social media phenomenon Famiglia Imbarazzi lands in Matera with its Imbarazziamoci Tour, performing at the evocative Cava del Sole David Sassoli. The star is Giuseppe Ninno, known to millions of followers by his stage name Mandrake: a comedian and content creator from Brindisi, born in 1984, he has become one of the most popular faces on the Italian web thanks to his sketches about the daily lives of Southern Italian families.

Who is Mandrake

After working as a betting broker in Rome, Giuseppe Ninno found success on social media during the pandemic, humorously recounting everyday family dynamics and minor embarrassments. Today, he has about two million followers and has appeared on television programs such as 'Only Fun' on Nove and 'La Volta Buona' on Rai 1. In his live show, he transforms everyday situations into hilarious sketches, giving voice to authentic and relatable characters.

A Summer Evening at the Cava del Sole

The Cava del Sole, an ancient tuff quarry transformed into an open-air performance arena, is one of Matera's most scenic venues for the summer season. Beneath the stone walls, Mandrake's show promises laughter and lightheartedness for audiences of all ages, on one of the most anticipated evenings of the city's calendar. The event is part of the vibrant program of activities animating the city in anticipation of 2026.