NEW
Villa Charities in collaboration with Vesuvius Ensemble and ICCO Canada presents
Experience a live performance of Vesuvius Ensemble’s album “Luna Nova”. Released in December 2020 during the pandemic lockdown, the title “Luna Nova” is a symbol of the light in the darkness, reflecting our lockdown experiences. The luna nova (new moon) represents hope and new dreams. Vesuvius Ensemble is pleased to finally share this beautiful album with a live audience.
Vesuvius Ensemble: Francesco Pellegrino (vocals), Lucas Harris (guitar) and Andrea Casciato (guitar)
Price: $10.00 (Seniors)
$20.00
Location:
Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre
Villa Charities resumes our popular Ballo Liscio nights in the Columbus Centre Courtyard.
Join us every Wednesday all summer long for our outdoor social dancing nights featuring live musical performances!
Price:
FREE
Location:
Columbus Centre Courtyard, Columbus Centre
Funded by the Government of Canada
Villa Charities in partnership with TLN and Caffe Cinquecento presents
Join Villa Charities and TLN for some laughs under the stars as we present hit comedies from Italy every Thursday from July 7 to August 25. Enjoy a spectacular lineup of English subtitled films from some of the most acclaimed names in Italian cinema, FREE in the Columbus Centre courtyard or from VIP seating on Caffe Cinquecento’s patio.
July 7: Beata Ignoranza -Ignorance is Bliss
July 14: Un matrimonio da favola – A fairy-tale wedding
July 21: Buongiorno Papà – Out of the Blue
July 28: Figli delle Stelle – Unlikely Revolutionaries
August 4: Mai Stati Uniti – US in the U.S.
August 11: La Bellezza del Somaro – Love & Slaps
August 18: Il Tuttofare – The Handyman
August 25: Forever Young
Price:
FREE – Columbus Centre courtyard
VIP seating – Caffe Cinquecento’s patio.
Location:
Villa Charities and The Greater Toronto Philharmonic Orchestra present
The Greater Toronto Philharmonic Orchestra (GTPO) perform a selection from their popular program “Dances and Overtures”. Under the baton of Maestro David Fallis, the performace features a music selection including Italian opera overtures by Verdi, Viennese waltzes by Strauss and
pieces by composers Antonín Dvořák and Edward Elgar.
A “PAY WHAT YOU CAN” EVENT
(Donations welcome at the door)
Location:
Join us for the next stop in our Taste of Italy series and savour the flavours of Calabria. Indulge in delicious and authentic Italian dishes prepared by Slow Food Toronto President and Chef, Luciano Schipano.
• Friday, July 29, 7:00pm
Capocollo, Soppressata, Zeppole (Crispeddi) Ripiene di ‘Nduja, Crostone di Pane con ‘Nduja Crema di Cime di Rape, Pecorino dell’Aspromonte,
Ricottina di pecora e Sott’olio
Calabrese cured salami, ‘stuffed fried dough, roasted bread topped with rapini and ‘Nduja, Pecorino from Monteporo, sheep’s milk
Ricotta and Calabrian pickled vegetables
Ravioli di Stroncatura con Ripieno di Alici e olive Nere all’Aglio e Olio Ricoperto di Pangrattato
Stroncatura ravioli filled with anchovies and black olive in a garlic olive oil sauce and a sprinkle of bread crumb
Pesce Spada alla Griglia & Carne dei Pastori su Cicoria Lessa e Finocchio Grigliata
Insalata Mista
Grilled swordfish & shepherds meat on steamed dandelion & grilled fennel
Mixed greens
Tortino con Cuore Morbido Al Cioccolato e Salsa alla ‘Nduja
Caffe
Lava cake with a tender liquid core of chocolate and ‘Nduja sauce
Coffee
Price:
$100 (Per person and inclusive of tax)
Price includes complimentary wine during dinner service. Additional wine, beer, mixed and soft drinks will be available for an additional cost. Amaro del Capo and Amaro Jefferson will be available to complement the meal.
For more information, or to inquire further, please contact:
Angelita Papa
Arts & Culture Coordinator
Phone: 416-789- 7011 Ext. 248
Email: cultural@villacharities.com
