L' ARTE PARLA ITALIANO: Storie mitologiche dell'antica Grecia

Explore Greek mythology at the British Museum through Italian language, storytelling, and culture. Discover Italian through the fascinating world of Greek mythology! For this special edition, L’Arte Parla Italiano leaves the National Gallery and heads to the British Museum for a journey into the myths, passions, and extraordinary stories of the ancient Greek world. Led by Renato Marinacci, this 90-minute experience will bring mythology to life through storytelling, art, and cultural insight. All in Italian. What to expect A guided visit to the British Museum exploring some of the most fascinating stories of Greek mythology. Through the museum’s extraordinary collection, we’ll encounter the world of the Trojan War, Achilles, Helen, the Minotaur, and other legendary figures, discovering the stories behind the objects and the emotions that have made these myths timeless. Love, jealousy, desire, courage, revenge and rivalry: the passions of gods and mortals intertwine in stories that have shaped Western culture for thousands of years. Renato’s engaging storytelling will help you experience these ancient myths in a new way, while giving you the opportunity to listen, interact and practise your Italian in a stimulating, real-life cultural setting. A friendly and welcoming experience - perfect for learning, discovering, and connecting with others who share a love for Italian language and culture. Who it’s for • Learners of Italian at B1/2 level or above who want to experience the language beyond the classroom • Italian speakers and native Italians with a passion for mythology, art, history and culture • Anyone curious to discover the British Museum from a different perspective, through Italian No academic knowledge of art or mythology is required, just curiosity and a love of stories. What to bring & how to prepare Once you register, you’ll receive a digital handout (dispensa) with key vocabulary and expressions, together with a short introduction to the themes and stories we’ll explore. Bring: • Your printed or digital handout • A notebook or your preferred way to take notes • Your curiosity and willingness to immerse yourself in Italian No special preparation is required. Why join Experience Italian in one of the world’s most extraordinary museums, using mythology as a gateway to language, history and culture. You’ll discover the passions, rivalries and adventures of gods and mortals, practise your Italian in an authentic context, and see a side of the British Museum you may never have noticed before. Thursday 8 October | 10:00–11:30 British Museum, London Part of L’Arte Parla Italiano, by The Italian Corner School, in collaboration with Renato Marinacci.