Courtesy of Simone Pieranni

The Romance of the Three Kingdoms and Contemporary China

Orbita

September 10 2025, 5.00pm

Free entry upon registration

There is always a need for stories. That's why every week we host Orbita, a series of events in collaboration with Chora and Will ranging from live podcasts to interviews, stand-up comedy, and musical moments.

In the new event at Voce Triennale, a space dedicated to music and listening, the journey starts from a classic of Chinese literature: The Romance of the Three Kingdoms. An epic tale of alliances and conflicts, where strategy, courage, cunning and loyalty become keys to understanding the present as well. Guided by the voice of Simone Pieranni and accompanied by live music from Daniele Marinello and Emanuele Moscatelli, we delve into the stories of some of the novel's protagonists to rediscover crucial moments in Chinese history: from rebellion to leadership, right up to the country's transformation into a global tech power. A storytelling experience that merges words and music, to help us see today's China with fresh eyes. Directed by Luca Micheli.

With
Simone Pieranni, author and host of podcasts Altri Orienti and Fuori da Qui
Luca Micheli, Executive Sound Advisor of Chora & Will
Daniele Marinello, Sound Designer of Chora & Will
Emanuele Moscatelli, Sound Designer of Chora & Will

Simone Pieranni, journalist and author, lived in China from 2006 to 2014, where he founded China Files, an editorial agency working with several Italian media outlets through reports and articles on China and Asia.

Luca Micheli has worked as a director and writer with Radio Rai and Radio 24, and as a music consultant for major television networks and dozens of live events around the world with MTV.

Daniele Marinello has been working in podcasting since early 2020, when he started as a sound designer at "Sole 24 Ore". At Chora since 2021, he is the sound designer for Stories by Cecilia Sala and Altri Orienti by Simone Pieranni.

Emanuele Moscatelli, with a background as a musician, after creating soundtracks and curating sound design for short films and commercials, began working at Chora, dedicating himself to all aspects of audio.

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