Vers e Ùs Review

The Voice of Dialect on Stage

Vers e Ùs — literally "verses and voices" — is one of the most deeply rooted reviews in the cultural identity of Lumezzane, in Val Trompia, province of Brescia. Founded in 1999 as a project dedicated to poetry in the Lumezzane and Brescia dialect, it has evolved over time into an articulated program that combines theatre, music, and dialect poetry, hosted in the city's main cultural venue, the Odeon Giacinto Prandelli Theatre.

A Rediscovery Project

The aim of the review is the rediscovery and promotion of local language and traditions in a region with deep cultural roots, which has been the birthplace of musicians and the celebrated tenor Giacinto Prandelli. The events involve theatre companies, musical groups, choirs, cultural associations, and volunteer organizations, staging performances in dialect, poetry readings, and musical interludes.

A Long Season

The programming spans several months, typically from January to June, with numerous events ranging from dialect theatre to classics adapted into the local language, as well as music and poetry. The lineup alternates between names from the Brescia amateur theatre scene and guest companies, in a schedule designed for the valley's loyal audience.

A Heritage to Preserve

More than just a review, Vers e Ùs is a guardian of the linguistic and cultural memory of Lumezzane. Promoted by the Municipality through its Department of Culture, the event keeps alive a precious intangible heritage, making dialect not a relic of the past but a living language, capable of moving and entertaining audiences in Val Trompia even today.