In Fasano, where the Itria Valley's white trulli country slopes down towards the Adriatic, the theatre season is a quiet but cherished ritual. This time the spotlight falls on Cari genitori, a play starring Giulio Scarpati and Amanda Sandrelli, staged as part of the 2026/27 Theatre Season.
Two names Italian audiences know by heart
Few pairings feel as instantly recognisable as this one. Giulio Scarpati and Amanda Sandrelli are faces that generations of Italians have grown up with on television and in cinema.
Seeing them live, a few metres away, is a different experience altogether. Theatre strips away the screen, and what remains is timing, voice and the small gestures that only a live stage can reveal.
A title that speaks to everyone
Cari genitori literally means "dear parents", and the title alone invites you to think of your own family. Whether you come with a partner, with friends or with your children, it is a phrase that tends to start conversations.
That makes the evening feel less like a formal night out and more like a shared moment. Expect the chatter in the foyer afterwards to be half the fun.
The Cinema Teatro Kennedy evening
The show takes place at the Cinema Teatro J. Kennedy, a town theatre where the audience is close to the stage. It has the unpretentious warmth of provincial Italian theatres, far from big-city glitz.
- A local crowd that applauds generously and knows the season's programme well
- An intimate setting where you can follow every expression
- The pre-show buzz of neighbours greeting each other in the foyer
- A relaxed dress code: smart-casual is perfectly fine
Making a night of it in Fasano
Arrive early and take a slow stroll through the town centre before curtain time. Fasano sits between hills and sea, so the evening air is often pleasantly mild outside the hottest months.
After the applause, look for a trattoria or a bar open late for a post-theatre bite. Local orecchiette, fresh cheeses and a glass of regional wine are an easy way to extend the evening.
Turn it into a weekend
If you have a little more time, Fasano rewards exploring.
- The archaeological area of Egnazia, with its Roman and Messapian remains, near the coast
- The seaside villages of Savelletri and Torre Canne for a sunset by the water
- The cooler hills of Selva di Fasano for a woodland walk
- Neighbouring Ostuni and Alberobello, both within easy reach
Before you go
As with any theatre season, it is wise to confirm the performance date and booking details through the official channels linked on this page. Popular names tend to fill the hall quickly, so don't leave it to the last minute.
Come with curiosity and leave room for a late dinner. An evening with Scarpati and Sandrelli in Fasano is the kind of cultural stop that gives a trip to Puglia a distinctly local rhythm.