Martina Franca Cabaret Festival

The 29th edition

From August 22 to 24, 2025, the Atrio dell'Ateneo Bruni in Martina Franca hosted the 29th edition of the festival, hosted by the well-established duo Mauro Pulpito and Debora Villa and accompanied by the Banda EufoNicA.

The first evening featured Alberto Farina and Corinna Grandi on stage, with the presentation of the Sirio Prize to the singer-songwriter from Martina Franca, Renzo Rubino. Saturday was the turn of the quick-change artist Ennio Marchetto, Vincenzo Albano, Nathan Kiboba, and Salvatore Gisonna. The final evening crowned Massimo Boldi, who was awarded the City of Martina Franca Prize, joined by Max Pisu, Antonio Mezzancella, and Santo Palumbo.

Twelve emerging comedians from all over Italy competed. The subscription for the three evenings cost 58 euros, with single tickets at 22 and 26 euros. The event was hailed as a great success by both the public and critics.

Friday, August 22

Alberto Farina, Corinna Grandi. Presentation of the Sirio Prize to Renzo Rubino.

Saturday, August 23

Ennio Marchetto, Vincenzo Albano, Nathan Kiboba, Salvatore Gisonna.

Sunday, August 24

Massimo Boldi (City of Martina Franca Prize), Max Pisu, Antonio Mezzancella, Santo Palumbo. Twelve emerging young comedians in competition.

• City of Martina Franca Prize to Massimo Boldi
• Sirio Prize to singer-songwriter Renzo Rubino
• Quick-change artistry of Ennio Marchetto
• Twelve emerging young comedians in competition from all over Italy