Cinema

Cinema at Teatro Garibaldi is conceived as a space for discovery, dialogue and shared experiences, bringing together independent cinema, documentary filmmaking and new forms of moving-image storytelling. Through collaborations with local and international festivals, film institutions and independent distributors, the programme aims to create a diverse cinematic offer that connects Palermo with wider cultural and artistic conversations.

The programme will develop through a series of collaborations and recurring formats, including partnerships with local festivals such as Sole Luna and Efebo d’Oro, the latter already confirmed for the Grand Opening; a collaboration with ZaLab for documentary distribution and screenings accompanied by filmmakers and directors; and a partnership with the Cineteca di Bologna to bring curated selections and special film programmes to the theatre. Particular attention will be given to younger audiences through free screenings and film festivals for children, alongside special previews and dedicated events.

Alongside regular screenings, Teatro Garibaldi will experiment with distinctive cinema formats that transform film viewing into a collective experience: Cinema & Breakfast matinées, already featured in the Grand Opening programme, and Midnight Movies, exploring cult films, unconventional narratives and cinema beyond traditional screening hours. Through these different approaches, cinema at Teatro Garibaldi seeks to build an accessible, intergenerational and participatory programme, positioning the theatre as a meeting point for filmmakers, audiences and the local film community.