Light on Archaeology, 13th edition at Teatro Argentina: Sunday, November 8, 2026

On Sunday, November 8, 2026, Teatro Argentina (Largo di Torre Argentina 52, Rome) opens the 13th edition of «Luce sull'archeologia» with a preview. The cycle of talks on history, archaeology and art is part of the Teatro di Roma season. Entry is free; the program may change.

Updated November 3, 2026.

The event

The common thread is the role of women in ancient Rome, from the origins to late antiquity, with side trips to Augustus, Claudius and Constantine. At the November 8 preview the speakers are Gianni Garrera, with «Pornografie della cortesia. Desdemona conquistata», Mario Lentano of the University of Siena, with «Regine di Roma. Presenze femminili nelle origini della città», and Francesca Rohr Vio of the University of Venice, with «Quando le matrone fecero politica: voce e potere nella Roma antica».

The talks follow on Sundays: January 24, February 7 and 14, March 7 and 21, and April 4, 2027. Announced speakers include Christian Greco, director of the Egyptian Museum in Turin, Maurizio Bettini, Massimo Osanna, Federica Rinaldi, director of Museo Nazionale Romano, Umberto Roberto and Riccardo Santangeli Valenzani.

Where it takes place: Teatro Argentina

Teatro Argentina, home of Teatro di Roma, opened on January 13, 1732 with Domenico Sarro's «Berenice», when it belonged to the Sforza Cesarini family. Verdi's «La battaglia di Legnano» premiered there in 1849. See the pages on Teatro Argentina, on the 2026-2027 Teatro di Roma season and on Largo Argentina; nearby there is also the cat sanctuary.

Practical information

• Preview date: Sunday, November 8, 2026.
• Place: Teatro Argentina, Largo di Torre Argentina 52, Rome.
• Free entry.
• Later dates: January 24, February 7 and 14, March 7 and 21, April 4, 2027.
• Getting there: use the ATAC route planner.

Frequently asked questions about «Luce sull'archeologia»

Is entry paid?

No, entry is free.

What is the theme of this edition?

Women and female figures in the history of Rome, from the origins to late antiquity.

When are the later talks?

On January 24, February 7 and 14, March 7 and 21, and April 4, 2027.

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