«Marmocchio. Una specie di Pinocchio di marmo», an animated radio drama by Sacchi di Sabbia: Saturday, January 23 and Sunday, January 24, 2027

On Saturday, January 23 and Sunday, January 24, 2027, Teatro India (Lungotevere Vittorio Gassman 1, 00146 Roma) presents, in its Teatro Ragazzi season, «Marmocchio. Una specie di Pinocchio di marmo» (Brat: A Kind of Marble Pinocchio), an animated radio drama by Sacchi di Sabbia recommended for ages 7 and up.

Updated November 6, 2026.

The event

Marmocchio «was» a little boy of marble. A quarryman made him for fun one day when he happened to have a fine piece of calacatta in his hands. Perhaps because of the heavy pickaxe blows he took to come into the world, this little boy turned out as hard and nasty as could be.

The tale is presented as an animated radio drama for young people of all ages: a Pinocchio of marble instead of wood, who among other things has also taken over the plot and characters of Collodi's «Pinocchio», only much worse. Why «was», this Marmocchio? Because he is no more: perhaps he died, perhaps he grew up, perhaps he became good. In this show, the authors warn, there is no moral or, if there is one, it sleeps soundly.

Scenic design and direction are by Sacchi di Sabbia; on stage is Serena Guardone, with the voices of Gabriele Carli, Giulia Gallo, Giovanni Guerrieri, Enzo Illiano, Carlo Ipata, Federico Polacci, Giulia Solano and Daniele Tarini. The show is in Italian.

Where it takes place: Teatro India

The name was chosen by Mario Martone, then artistic director: India, like Argentina, is the name of a country. Inside a red-brick building the seats are in red velvet, and outside there is a space overlooking the Gazometro where open-air shows are held. Nearby: Garbatella and the Museo della Via Ostiense.

Practical information

• Dates: Saturday, January 23 and Sunday, January 24, 2027.
• Venue: Teatro India, Lungotevere Vittorio Gassman 1, 00146 Roma.
• Language: Italian; recommended for ages 7 and up.
• Prices: full 10 euros, children 7 euros, schools 6 euros, Sciroppo di Teatro voucher 3 euros; TdR card for new generations 24 euros.
• The theater box office is open only on performance days, two hours before the show (telephone 06 87752210); Teatro India tickets can also be bought at Teatro Argentina.
• Getting there: use the ATAC route planner.

Frequently asked questions about «Marmocchio. Una specie di Pinocchio di marmo», an animated radio drama by Sacchi di Sabbia

From what age is it recommended?

From age 7.

What is an animated radio drama?

A story entrusted to voices and a scenic design by Sacchi di Sabbia, made for young people of all ages.

How does it relate to Pinocchio?

Marmocchio, made of marble, takes over the plot and characters of Collodi's «Pinocchio».

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