Monster-Banishing Tales
Fiabe Scacciamostri
- Sun 29 November 2026
- Spongano (LE)
Description
Automatically translated from Italian.
The darkness of night frightens children who struggle to fall asleep. "Monster-Banishing Tales" is a show that combats this fear with stories full of suspense and courage, capable of bringing smiles and helping to overcome fear. The performance follows little Nicolino, who doesn't want to sleep and calls his dad to the rescue with a fascinating narrative. Performed by Valerio Apice and Giulia Castellani, the event awaits you in Spongano for an afternoon dedicated to the youngest.
Original text in Italian
Il buio della notte spaventa i bambini che faticano ad addormentarsi. "Fiabe Scacciamostri" è uno spettacolo che combatte questo timore con storie cariche di spavento e coraggio, capaci di far sorridere ed esorcizzare la paura. Lo spettacolo segue il piccolo Nicolino, che non vuole dormire e chiama suo papà in soccorso con una narrazione affascinante. Portato in scena da Valerio Apice e Giulia Castellani, l'appuntamento vi aspetta a Spongano per un pomeriggio dedicato ai più giovani.
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