The Park and the Comedy
Theatre meets nature in the open-air amphitheatre of the Circeo National Park in Sabaudia
About The Park and the Comedy
Theatre under the stars in the heart of the Circeo National Park
The Park and the Comedy is one of the most recognizable and well-attended summer theatre festivals in southern Lazio. Established in 2011, it takes place every year between July and August in the evocative open-air amphitheatre of the Circeo National Park Visitor Centre, located on Via Carlo Alberto in Sabaudia—a planned town overlooking the sea and Lake Paola in the province of Latina. Here, theatre literally meets nature: spectators enjoy performances surrounded by the park's lush vegetation, creating a unique atmosphere for every evening.
A festival promoted by the community
The event is promoted by the Pro Loco Sabaudia Association, in collaboration with the Circeo National Park Authority and the Municipality of Sabaudia, with the patronage of the Lazio Region, the Province of Latina, Confcommercio Lazio Sud, and the UILT (Italian Union of Amateur Theatre). Since its first edition, admission to all shows has been free: a choice that has turned the festival into a true pillar of popular culture, attracting residents and tourists vacationing on the Pontine coast every summer.
A programme for every taste
The schedule alternates between brilliant comedies—with a preference for the great Neapolitan repertoire of Eduardo De Filippo—storytelling, poetic performances, contemporary productions, and children's theatre, brought to the stage by amateur and professional companies from all over Italy. There is also a focus on social and inclusive projects, such as initiatives dedicated to people with autism spectrum disorders, as well as theatre workshops for children and adults led by industry professionals.
The 2026 edition: the theme of bonds
The 15th edition, scheduled from July 18 to August 2, 2026, offers eighteen events dedicated to the theme of bonds: relationships between parents and children, man and nature, memory and identity, community and territory, as well as love, imagination, and childhood. The programme includes, among others, the Eduardo De Filippo comedy «Sogno di una notte di mezza sbornia» by the Insieme per Caso company, the adaptation of «The Little Prince» by Matutateatro, and the monologue «Fiato di Madre» by Sergio Vespertino.
Why attend
- Free admission to all shows, a tradition maintained since 2011
- Unique location: the open-air amphitheatre nestled in the greenery of the Circeo National Park
- Varied programme: comedy, storytelling, poetry, children's theatre
- Companies from all over Italy and social inclusion projects
- Ideal location: a stone's throw from the sea of Sabaudia and the dunes of the Pontine coast
Sabaudia and Circeo, between nature and culture
Attending a show at the festival is also an opportunity to discover Sabaudia, a jewel of rationalist architecture founded in 1934, and the Circeo National Park, one of the oldest protected areas in Italy, featuring the Circeo promontory, the state forest, coastal lakes, and kilometres of sandy dunes. A blend of landscape and culture that makes The Park and the Comedy an unmissable event of the Lazio summer.
The Park and the Comedy — edition 2026
The Park and the Comedy 2026: the 15th edition
From July 18 to August 2, 2026, the amphitheatre of the Circeo National Park hosts the fifteenth edition of the festival promoted by the Pro Loco Sabaudia, in collaboration with the Park Authority and the Municipality of Sabaudia, with the patronage of the Lazio Region, the Province of Latina, Confcommercio Lazio Sud, and the UILT. Eighteen events, all free, dedicated to the theme of bonds in their various forms.
The opening night on Saturday, July 18, begins with «Prima che sia Prima», an inclusion project for people with autism spectrum disorders curated by AICAB APS with the Teatro degli Eroi of Rome, followed by the Eduardo De Filippo comedy «Sogno di una notte di mezza sbornia» performed by the Insieme per Caso company, directed by Angelo Grieco. The programme continues with the adaptation of «The Little Prince» by Matutateatro, the children's show «Maga Mary It's Magic», the monologue «Fiato di Madre» by Sergio Vespertino, and the comedy «I Dentici», leading up to the grand finale on Sunday, August 2.
Programme The Park and the Comedy 2026
2026 Programme (main events)
- Saturday, July 18, 9:00 PM — «Prima che sia Prima», inclusive project by AICAB APS with the Teatro degli Eroi of Rome, dedicated to people with autism spectrum disorders; followed by «Sogno di una notte di mezza sbornia» by Eduardo De Filippo, Insieme per Caso company, directed by Angelo Grieco
- Sunday, July 19, 9:00 PM — «The Little Prince» based on Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Matutateatro, with Julia Borretti and Titta Ceccano, original music by Roberto Caetani
- Sunday, July 26, 6:30 PM — «Maga Mary It's Magic», clown and magic show for children, by and with Eleonora Cirulli
- Sunday, July 26, 9:00 PM — «Fiato di Madre», by and with Sergio Vespertino, live music by Virginia Maiorana
- Saturday, August 1, 9:00 PM — «I Dentici», with Francesco Stella and Alessio Chiodini, directed by Adriano Bennicelli
- Sunday, August 2 — closing night of the festival
The complete programme includes eighteen shows ranging from comedies and storytelling to poetic performances and children's theatre: the full calendar is published on the Pro Loco Sabaudia channels.
Highlights The Park and the Comedy 2026
- Eighteen free shows in the Circeo National Park amphitheatre
- 2026 Theme: bonds, including family, nature, memory, and community
- Opening with Eduardo De Filippo and the inclusive project «Prima che sia Prima»
- «The Little Prince» by Matutateatro and Sunday afternoon children's theatre
- Companies from all over Italy and evenings under the stars near the sea
Prices The Park and the Comedy 2026
Practical information — The Park and the Comedy
How to get there
The amphitheatre of the Circeo National Park Visitor Centre is located at Via Carlo Alberto 188, Sabaudia (LT). By car: take the SS148 Pontina from Rome (approx. 90 km) or from Latina, exit at Sabaudia. By train: Priverno-Fossanova station on the Rome-Naples line, then take the COTRAL bus to Sabaudia.
Admission
All shows are free of charge, subject to availability. Evening performances generally start at 9:00 PM; children's shows may start at 6:30 PM.
Tips
Arrive early to secure a seat, bring a light jacket for the evening, and insect repellent: you are immersed in the nature of the park.
Contacts
Pro Loco Sabaudia — tel. +39 0773 515046, email [email protected].
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Where does it take place — The Park and the Comedy
Cavea del Centro Visitatori del Parco Nazionale del Circeo
Via Carlo Alberto 188, 04016 Sabaudia