10 Years of the Ischia – Francavilla al Mare Twinning

Organized by the Associazione Culturale Le Franche Villanesi
with the patronage of the municipalities of Ischia and Francavilla al Mare,
and of the European Cultural Route Le Vie di Carlo V.

5:00 PM – From Costanza d’Avalos to Charles V, through the 19th century: from Francavilla to Ischia between history and brotherhood
Opening lecture by Maria Rosaria Sisto

Special appearance by Maria Antonietta Pellegrini, also known as Elena Muti

Ischia Is Near
Speech by Caterina Mazzella

6:00 PM – Concert in honor of Charles V and Isabella of Portugal
on the 500th anniversary of their marriage

Performed by the vocal ensemble Noteincorso
conducted by Cristina Di Zio

Narrating voice: Raffaele Marino

Dance in the Circle of Red Carnations
with the dance school Il Balletto di Ischia
Artistic director: Claudio Montefusco

Dancers: Maria Di Meglio and Ciro Stanco

8:00 PM – Aperitif at Hotel Pineta