Sguardi Sensibili Festival
Performances, cinema, exhibitions, and discussions on neurodivergence in Sesto Fiorentino
About Sguardi Sensibili
A festival on neurodivergence in Sesto Fiorentino
The Sguardi Sensibili Festival was born in Sesto Fiorentino, in the Metropolitan City of Florence, as a multidisciplinary event built entirely around the theme of neurodivergence. The guiding principle chosen by the organizers is clear from the festival's title: to understand, embrace, and celebrate neurodivergence, viewed as one of the most common and precious expressions of human diversity, from autism to dyslexia, and from ADHD to learning disabilities.
Theater, cinema, exhibitions, and talks
For nearly a month, the program weaves together different artistic languages: theatrical performances, film screenings, art exhibitions, literary meetings, and round-table discussions. This approach allows the theme to be explored from various angles, alternating the emotional storytelling of the stage with the collective reflection of public forums, and the visual insights of exhibitions and cinema.
Venues
The festival takes place in two iconic cultural landmarks of the city: the Centro Culturale La Lucciola, at Piazza IV Novembre 55, which hosts most of the performances and talks, and the Centro Espositivo Antonio Berti, at Via Pietro Bernini 57, which houses the exhibition space dedicated to the theme.
An inclusive project
Organized by the Zera Cultural Association under the artistic direction of Andrea Bruni and Alessia De Rosa, Sguardi Sensibili consciously chooses accessibility as a core value: most events are free to attend, and ticketed shows maintain affordable prices. The goal is to build a more aware and welcoming community, capable of recognizing differences as a source of richness rather than a limitation. For Sesto Fiorentino and the entire Florentine area, it is a cultural highlight that combines artistic quality with social commitment.
Sguardi Sensibili — edition 2026
First edition 2026
The inaugural edition of the Sguardi Sensibili Festival opened on April 2, 2026, in conjunction with World Autism Awareness Day, and concluded on April 24. The program intertwined theater, cinema, art, and public discussion, under the artistic direction of Andrea Bruni and Alessia De Rosa for the Zera Cultural Association in Sesto Fiorentino.
Programme Sguardi Sensibili 2026
Wednesday, April 2 — Centro La Lucciola
- 21:00 — "A piccoli pezzi", monologues with Adelaide Mancuso and Gioele Bruni (free admission)
Saturday, April 11 — Centro Espositivo Antonio Berti
- 17:00 — Inauguration of the exhibition "Non so come dirlo" by Gioele Bruni (free admission)
Sunday, April 12
- 17:00 — "Storto", show for young audiences with Elisa Vitiello and Vieri Raddi (10/8 €)
Thursday, April 16
- 21:00 — Round-table "Connessioni per un futuro inclusivo", on support networks for neurodivergence (free admission)
Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18
- 21:00 — "Darling" with Sara Bosi, a female perspective on daily life (12/10 €)
Saturday, April 19
- 17:00 — Alessandro Benvenuti presents the book "Il teatro della sorpresa" (free admission with reservation)
- 18:30 — Screening of the documentary "I mille cancelli di Filippo"
Thursday, April 24
- 21:00 — "Spazi. Racconto di una fioritura" by and with Alessia De Rosa, closing show of the festival (12/10 €)
Highlights Sguardi Sensibili 2026
Prices Sguardi Sensibili 2026
Practical information — Sguardi Sensibili
Location
Centro Culturale La Lucciola, Piazza IV Novembre 55, and Centro Espositivo Antonio Berti, Via Pietro Bernini 57 — Sesto Fiorentino (FI).
How to get there
Sesto Fiorentino is easily accessible from Florence by train (regional line to Sesto Fiorentino station) and via the metropolitan tram/bus network. By car, take the Firenze Nord exit on the A1 or A11 motorway.
Tickets
Most events are free; ticketed performances range from 8 to 12 euros. Online pre-sales are available at www.ticket.it. For events requiring mandatory reservations, please email [email protected].
Information
Official website: lucciolasesto.it. Organization: Zera Cultural Association (associazionezera.org).
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Where does it take place — Sguardi Sensibili
Centro Culturale La Lucciola
Piazza IV Novembre 55, 50019 Sesto Fiorentino