Associazione Culturale Io Non Parlo Sono Parlato
Theatre, presence and life together
Here, theatre is less about polishing a performance than noticing how people meet one another. Associazione Culturale Io Non Parlo Sono Parlato hosts a seven-day residency inspired by Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot, welcoming actors and complete beginners to explore presence, connection and awareness through theatre. Participants share life at a privately owned farmhouse in the Umbrian hills, working outdoors with a view toward Mount Subasio; an indoor workspace is used when weather turns. Breakfast and dinner are prepared by the association, while lunch is approached communally, with participants encouraged to share grocery shopping. The setting lends the week a grounded, unhurried feel, with hills and streams close by and Assisi within reach. This is a theatre-led immersion rather than a conventional meditation retreat, though attention and human connection are central to the work. The residency runs by donation; ask the association about upcoming dates and practical arrangements.
Highlights
- A week of theatre work inspired by Beckett’s Waiting for Godot
- Open to seasoned actors and people with no theatre experience
- Outdoor practice with views of Mount Subasio, plus an indoor workspace for rainy weather
- Breakfast and dinner prepared at the farmhouse, with lunch groceries shared among participants
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Setting
The farmhouse sits among the hills and streams of the Umbrian countryside, away from busy roads, with an outdoor work area facing Mount Subasio. Sessions can move indoors when the weather calls for it. Assisi is close enough for a train arrival, followed by a shuttle to the farmhouse.
The practice
The residency uses theatre as a way to explore attention, connection and the experience beneath performance. Its work draws inspiration from Waiting for Godot, but the emphasis is on shared practice rather than staging a polished production. Beginners are welcome alongside actors, so no theatre background is required to take part.
A typical day
The week combines theatre practice with shared farmhouse life, but the daily timetable is not described. Breakfast and dinner are served at the farmhouse, and participants are encouraged to share grocery shopping for lunch. Confirm the day-to-day schedule with the association.
Accommodation
Participants share a living experience at a privately owned farmhouse. Room types and sleeping arrangements are not detailed, so ask the association about accommodation before booking.
What to bring
Bring comfortable clothes for theatre movement and layers for outdoor sessions. The annual average temperature is 14°C, with warmer summers and cooler winters; a light waterproof layer and sturdy shoes are useful, especially in wetter spring and autumn months.
How to get there
From Assisi, leave through the upper Porta Perlici gate and follow SS 444 toward Subasio for 10 km. Take the first uphill dirt road on the left and continue for about 1 km to Località Paradiso, 33.
Nearest airport: Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG) (9 km)
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG) is approximately 9 km from the center. Arrange a taxi or private ride to the farmhouse and confirm the route with the association.
Nearest city: Perugia (PG)
Public transport: Take the train to Assisi station; a shuttle from the station takes participants to the farmhouse.
Contact the association directly to ask about dates, availability and reservations.
The residency runs by donation, with no fixed fee stated. Ask the association what contribution is appropriate and what it covers.
Climate
Climate Zone: Temperate
Best Months: Jun, Dec, Jan
Avoid: Mar, Nov, Sep
The area averages 14°C across the year, with the warmest weather from June to August and the coolest from December to February. Rainfall is more common in March, September and November, while June, December and January are among the driest months.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the residency, and what does the week involve?
It is a seven-day immersive theatre residency combining group practice, shared living and time in the surrounding countryside.
Can I join if I have never acted before?
Yes. The residency welcomes complete beginners as well as experienced actors.
What meals are included?
The association provides breakfast and dinner at the farmhouse. Participants are encouraged to share grocery shopping for lunch; ask the association about dietary arrangements.
How do I get to the farmhouse without a car?
Take the train to Assisi station, where a shuttle will take you to the farmhouse. Confirm the shuttle arrangements with the association before travelling.
What language are the sessions held in?
Ask the association to confirm the instruction language for your chosen residency.
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