“THE ROSES OF THE YEAR 2022/23” DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF QUEEN ELIZABETH, GREAT ADMIRER OF ROSES

The current edition of the great international initiative The Roses Of The Year will be dedicated to the memory of Queen Elizabeth II. The decision, made by acclamation by the friends of ACT Group (UK) and OKAY! schools magazine (Italy), wants to pay homage to the memory of the beloved sovereign of the United Kingdom, who passed away… Read More “THE ROSES OF THE YEAR 2022/23” DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF QUEEN ELIZABETH, GREAT ADMIRER OF ROSES

THE ROSES OF THE YEAR ’22 / 3 PHOTOS FROM JUSTIN, NOTTINGHAM (UK): THE GARDEN IN FULL BLOOM

Here are 3 photos that have the honor of being published for “The Roses of the Year 2022”. They were shot and sent from the UK, precisely from Nottingham (UK), by Justin Donne. They are the roses of his garden, in full bloom (“My rose garden in bloom”). Congratulations to Justin for the beautiful pictures!… Read More THE ROSES OF THE YEAR ’22 / 3 PHOTOS FROM JUSTIN, NOTTINGHAM (UK): THE GARDEN IN FULL BLOOM

THE ROSES OF THE YEAR 2022: THE CALL OUT FOR PARTICIPATION AND THE VIDEO OF ITALIAN STUDENTS

Participation is open to people of all ages and to schools. The photographic images must be sent to: okayredazione@gmail.com  by October 31, 2022. They will be selected for a major online exhibition. “The Roses Theme” by Jeanie Barton performed by Students Choir of the Comprehensive Institute “Cassano – De Renzio”, in Bitonto, Bari, Italy. “What… Read More THE ROSES OF THE YEAR 2022: THE CALL OUT FOR PARTICIPATION AND THE VIDEO OF ITALIAN STUDENTS

TOMORROW THE LAUNCH OF “THE ROSES OF THE YEAR”: RULES OF PARTICIPATION AND NEW VIDEO

The wait is almost over! On tomorrow Saturday June 18th, “The Roses of the Year 2022” starts! The call for applications and the new video will be launched. Here is the trailer n.2, with a fragment of the song “Roses Theme” by Jeanie Barton and performed by the Students Choir of the Comprehensive Institute “Cassano… Read More TOMORROW THE LAUNCH OF “THE ROSES OF THE YEAR”: RULES OF PARTICIPATION AND NEW VIDEO

A DAY IN THE CASTLE OF NOTTINGHAM TO DISCOVER THE HISTORY OF “CITY OF REBELS”

Guest Writer: Lamar Francois I really enjoyed my day in the company of Marysia, Roberto and William along with the Lord Mayor of Nottingham, Cllr Dave Trimble who kindly escorted us around Nottingham Castle. My thanks also to the generous hospitality of Solman Nouman at the Castle. On the day I had a really good… Read More A DAY IN THE CASTLE OF NOTTINGHAM TO DISCOVER THE HISTORY OF “CITY OF REBELS”

THE GHOST BUS: “ENCOURAGING CREATIVITY AND BRIDGING CULTURES AND AGES”

On April I made a whirlwind visit to Beeston and Nottingham city to strengthen ties of friendship and cooperation between UK and Nottinghamshire – the land of Robin Hood – and Italy. It was my seventh visit there since 2014. Now, on that special day with the friends of ACT Art Culture Tourism, founded by Marysia… Read More THE GHOST BUS: “ENCOURAGING CREATIVITY AND BRIDGING CULTURES AND AGES”

IN THE LAND OF ROBIN HOOD TO STRENGTHEN TIES OF FRIENDSHIP AND COOPERATION

Roberto Alborghetti visits Beeston & Nottingham Guest Writer: MARYSIA ZIPSER On Wednesday 13th April, Italian artist, author and official biographer to Pope Francis, made a whirlwind visit to his adopted town of Beeston and Nottingham city to strengthen ties of friendship and cooperation between UK and Nottinghamshire – the land of Robin Hood – and… Read More IN THE LAND OF ROBIN HOOD TO STRENGTHEN TIES OF FRIENDSHIP AND COOPERATION

INTERVIEW ON NOTTS TV (UK): “MACROPHOTOS TO TELL BEAUTY IN IMPERFECTIONS”

An Italian making news in the UK! It is always good news for our country. So, thanks to Notts TV, the most important broadcaster in the Middle East. He dedicated a space to me in the most popular program: Eye Up, broadcasted from Nottingham. Thanks to journalist Lara Davies and host Richard Spurr. The interview… Read More INTERVIEW ON NOTTS TV (UK): “MACROPHOTOS TO TELL BEAUTY IN IMPERFECTIONS”

“THE ACT OF REBELLION”: THE GHOST BUS IS BACK IN THE LAND OF ROBIN HOOD

Here we are again in Nottingham – “City of the Rebels” – in the Land of Robin Hood, for The Ghost Bus project and other initiatives such as The Roses of the Year, starting next May. The events were promoted by ACT founded by Marysia Zipser. A great honor for me to be received by… Read More “THE ACT OF REBELLION”: THE GHOST BUS IS BACK IN THE LAND OF ROBIN HOOD

WAITING FOR “THE GHOST BUS DAY” IN UK… THIS IS THE “SEASIDE TOWN” VIDEO!

Can you believe that this art is from an old bus? They’re not paintings. They’re macro photos of an old and rusty bus at Barton garage (Beeston, Nottingham, UK). Seaside Town video by Roberto Alborghetti. Music by Simon, Richard, James and Tom Barton, Original Soundtrack from The Ghost Bus project made with Bartons PLC and… Read More WAITING FOR “THE GHOST BUS DAY” IN UK… THIS IS THE “SEASIDE TOWN” VIDEO!

APRIL 13, 2022: A GREAT DAY IN BEESTON-NOTTINGHAM WITH “THE GHOST BUS” AND “THE ROSES OF THE YEAR”

Here I am back in the beautiful and evocative land of Robin Hood, in the Middle East! A day in Beeston and Nottingham to strengthen the relationship of friendship and cooperation between the United Kingdom and Nottinghamshire – the land of Robin Hodd – with Italy. The awaited day dedicated to “The Ghost Bus” project… Read More APRIL 13, 2022: A GREAT DAY IN BEESTON-NOTTINGHAM WITH “THE GHOST BUS” AND “THE ROSES OF THE YEAR”

“THE GHOST BUS”: ART AND EMOTIONS FOR WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY 2022

#WorldAutismAwarenessDay2022 #April2 “Autistic are able to see what human beings don’t see.” It is a phrase by Temple Grandin, who has dedicated a lifetime to reflect, understand and raise awareness on the issues and realities of autism. And on April 2, when World Autism Awareness Day 2022 is celebrated, it is nice to remember these words, which I… Read More “THE GHOST BUS”: ART AND EMOTIONS FOR WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY 2022