Il bastone dello zio – Compagnia della Cipolla

A night of comedy theater in the heart of Cureggio

The Compagnia della Cipolla returns to the stage in Cureggio, a small town in the Province of Novara nestled in the Piedmontese Novara Hills, with the comedy "Il bastone dello zio". Performances are held at the Teatro Oratorio Don Andrea Cusaro, located at Via Novara 1, the hub of the town's social and cultural life. It is a highly anticipated event for those who love amateur theater performed with passion—the kind that fills local halls and keeps a deeply rooted popular tradition alive.

The Compagnia della Cipolla

The company's name evokes the old saying "eating bread and onion" (pane e cipolla), a symbol of a simple and dignified life. This is precisely the group's philosophy: to encourage people of all ages to appreciate theater "on tiptoe," with simplicity and dedication. Over the years, the Compagnia della Cipolla has staged numerous titles from the comedy and light-hearted repertoire, building a strong bond with audiences in Cureggio and neighboring towns, from Fontaneto d'Agogna to the wider Novara area.

The Show

"Il bastone dello zio" is a comedy designed to entertain, featuring the brilliant rhythm and good-natured irony that characterize the company's performances. It is a lighthearted evening, perfect for spending a few hours in good spirits with friends and family, rediscovering the joy of live theater away from the major circuits and close to the people.

Cureggio and the Novara Hills

Cureggio is a village in Eastern Piedmont known for its famous Cipolla bionda (blonde onion), a typical local product, and for the exquisite Romanesque baptistery of Santa Maria Assunta. Attending a Compagnia della Cipolla performance is also a way to discover the authentic soul of this corner of the Province of Novara, where community traditions and life remain central.