For reasons related to my research and third mission activities, which have long been dedicated to Irish studies (particularly in its cultural, literary, and musical manifestations), I am well acquainted with and have great appreciation for Max Roveri and his tireless dedication to Things Irish. The San Patrizio Livorno Festival …

The SPLF was a near perfect experience on all levels. The venue was ideal, a beautiful old 1950s era Italian cinema, great stage, size and acoustics, equally suited to spoken word and music performance. The organisers ensured that all logistics, from travel to food and accommodation, were seamless. Myself and …

The SPLF festival in Livorno was a wonderful experience that I will not forget. I loved the inter-collaboration that happened between music and spoken word, between languages English, Irish and Italian, between authors and academics and audience and performers. Magic happened that was tangible to everyone who was lucky enough …

SPLF was an absolute joy, while this incarnation of the festival was a couple of years in the making due to the unmentionable, I’m delighted we got there in the end. Catherine, Max and the SPLF team understand what artists need; good food, good company and good wine. With these …

The San Patrizio Literary Festival in Livorno was a wonderfully collaborative creative experience that will last long in my memory!

I found San Patrizio Livorno Festival very distinct in its style and approach, making it all the more fascinating. I had a wonderful time engaging with the Italian audience who had a keen curiosity about Irishness and Gaeilge (Irish language). It was great and important to be a part of …

The San Patrizio Livorno Festival is a wonderful institution – and by now it can truly be described as an institution – and I wish it great success. The Ex Cinema Aurora saw the dawn of something great, on which I have no doubt the Livornian sun will continue to …