Veleia — Ancient Theatre Festival
Edition 2025 Finished Classical Theater Storytelling

Veleia — Ancient Theatre Festival

21 Jun 2025 — 22 Jul 2025
Lugagnano Val d'Arda — Piacenza (033)

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Edition 2025 — Veleia Festival

The 2025 edition of the Veleia Ancient Theatre Festival took place from June 21 to July 22 in the archaeological area of Veleia Romana, in the hills of Lugagnano Val d'Arda, extending for the first time to the entire Val d'Arda with events also in Castell'Arquato and Vigoleno. A program of six performances featuring major names in Italian theatre and culture.

The 2025 Edition

The Veleia Ancient Theatre Festival 2025 brought some of the most beloved stars of the Italian stage to the hill of Veleia Romana, in the Municipality of Lugagnano Val d'Arda: Alessandro Bergonzoni, Stefano Massini, Lella Costa, César Brie, Neri Marcorè, Andrea Pennacchi, as well as the anticipated return of the historian Alessandro Barbero and the direction of Leonardo Lidi for Bottega XNL.

One of the innovations of the 2025 edition was the expansion of the festival beyond the archaeological area of Veleia, with opening and closing performances hosted in the monumental square of Castell'Arquato and the medieval village of Vigoleno. All performances featured a numbered seat ticket costing 10 euros. The Veleia Ragazzi section, dedicated to younger audiences, was also confirmed.

Where does it take place — Veleia Festival

Area archeologica di Veleia Romana

Località Veleia Romana, 29018 Lugagnano Val d'Arda

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Veleia Festival in brief

Classical Theater Storytelling Heritage History Archaeology Folk traditions Young audience Outdoor Multidisciplinary Piacenza

History of Veleia Festival

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