Are you looking for an authentic cultural experience in Palermo, far from the usual tourist traps? If you are staying at Guest House Scalia, you are in luck. You are just a short walk away from the vibrant heart of Palermo’s contemporary scene: the Cantieri Culturali alla Zisa.

This January, we highly recommend a unique theatrical performance hosted at Spazio Franco, one of the most interesting creative hubs inside the Cantieri.

The Event: “Arcipelago G”

From Friday, January 23rd to Sunday, January 25th, 2026, Spazio Franco presents “Arcipelago G”, a dystopian tragicomedy that promises to be both thought-provoking and entertaining.

Written by Paolo Briguglia and Enrico Cibelli, the play transports the audience to an island on the edge of the world. Set in a future (around 2120) that unsettlingly resembles our present, it tells the story of a place where a never-ending war shapes bodies, thoughts, and relationships. It is a story about resistance and humanity in a world that seems to have stopped working.

Why you should go

This show is a highlight of the “Scena Nostra 2026” Winter Edition, a review dedicated to the best of Sicilian contemporary theater. Watching a play at Cantieri Culturali is not just about the show; it is about experiencing the atmosphere of a converted industrial space (the former Officine Ducrot) that is now a hub for artists, cinema, and photography. It’s the perfect place to see how Palermo reinvents itself.

Practical Information

• Where: Spazio Franco, inside Cantieri Culturali alla Zisa (Via Paolo Gili, 4).
• When:
  • Friday, Jan 23 at 21:00
  • Saturday, Jan 24 at 21:00
  • Sunday, Jan 25 at 19:30
• Tickets: Approximately €10. You can buy them online on the Spazio Franco website or directly at the venue (we recommend arriving 20 minutes early).

Stay close to the Culture

The best part? After a night of theater, you don’t need to worry about taxis or traffic. Guest House Scalia is located in the same neighborhood. You can enjoy a pleasant walk back to your apartment, reflecting on the show you just watched.

Experience the real Palermo. Book your stay at Guest House Scalia today.