The De Filippo Brothers

Teatro Francesco Cilea · Reggio di Calabria, Costa Viola, Calabria

4 January 2027

On 4 January 2027, at 9.00 pm, the Francesco Cilea Theatre in Reggio Calabria will host “The De Filippo Brothers”, a play based on Maurizio Giammusso’s book Vita di Eduardo. Written by Carla Cavalluzzi, Angelo Pasquini and Sergio Rubini, the play is performed and directed by Rubini himself, featuring Susy Del Giudice, Marianna Fontana, Francesco Del Gaudio, Antonio Orefice, Anna Ferraioli Ravel, Simone Borrelli and Emanuela Saccardi. The music is by Nicola Piovani, and the costumes by Maurizio Millenotti. The narrative traces the early years of Eduardo, Titina and Peppino De Filippo, before they became central figures on the Italian stage.

Sergio Rubini tells the story of young Eduardo, Titina and Peppino

On 4 January 2027, at 9 pm, the Francesco Cilea Theatre in Reggio Calabria hosts "I Fratelli De Filippo" (The De Filippo Brothers), a play based on Maurizio Giammusso's book "Vita di Eduardo". Written by Carla Cavalluzzi, Angelo Pasquini and Sergio Rubini, it is performed and directed by Rubini himself, tracing the early years of Eduardo, Titina and Peppino De Filippo before they became central figures of Italian theatre.

Cast and artistic credits

Alongside Sergio Rubini, the cast includes Susy Del Giudice, Marianna Fontana, Francesco Del Gaudio, Antonio Orefice, Anna Ferraioli Ravel, Simone Borrelli and Emanuela Saccardi. Music is by Nicola Piovani, Oscar winner for "La vita è bella" (Life Is Beautiful), and costumes by Maurizio Millenotti, two names that give the production a high level of craftsmanship.

Three brothers, a demanding father, a company that would change theatre

The narrative traces the origins of the De Filippo family, their complicated relationship with their father Eduardo Scarpetta, and the path that led to the founding of the Compagnia del Teatro Umoristico I De Filippo, destined to leave a deep mark on twentieth-century Italian theatre. Three siblings united by talent, ambition and a new vision of theatre, able to turn family experience, hardship and a desire for redemption into an extraordinary artistic adventure.

Teatro Cilea and the "Cambio Stagione" season

The show is part of the "Cambio Stagione 2026-2027" season at the Francesco Cilea Theatre, curated by Peppe Piromalli's Officina dell'Arte, bringing fourteen dates spanning comedy, theatre and music to the city. The theatre is located at Corso Giuseppe Garibaldi 325, Reggio Calabria.

Tickets and getting there

Tickets for shows at Teatro Cilea are generally available through TicketOne and affiliated box offices, with prices varying by seating section. Visitors coming to Reggio Calabria for the evening can browse holiday rentals in the city and local businesses and restaurants on the portal.

Frequently asked questions

When is "I Fratelli De Filippo" performed?

On 4 January 2027, at 9 pm, at the Francesco Cilea Theatre in Reggio Calabria.

Who directs and stars in the show?

Sergio Rubini, who is also co-author alongside Carla Cavalluzzi and Angelo Pasquini.

What is the show based on?

Maurizio Giammusso's book "Vita di Eduardo".

Who composed the music?

Nicola Piovani, Oscar winner for "La vita è bella" (Life Is Beautiful).

What is the plot about?

The early years of Eduardo, Titina and Peppino De Filippo, their relationship with their father Eduardo Scarpetta, and the founding of their theatre company.

Where can tickets be bought?

Generally through TicketOne and affiliated box offices at Teatro Cilea.

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