Hotel Monaco and Grand Canal continue to hold the torch of the most prestigious, history-rich and luxurious establishment in Venice. To complete this idyllic scenery, the hotel welcomed in its midst one of the most expected events of the year: The Gran GalàArte Cinema and Impresa, organized by the Mazzoleni Foundation.
Mario Mazzoleni, patron of the foundation, chose the extravagant Sala del Ridotto, the most prominent space of the Monaco and Grand Canal hotel, to hold the fifth edition of this international event. Autumn in Venice never looked as glamorous as it did on the 12th of October 2019. When it comes to remarkable guests, this year’s edition made no exception.
The guests
Gary Dourdan, famous for his role in the acclaimed Miami CSI Crime Scene Investigation series, went on stage to receive the Premio Fondazione Mazzoleni Award. Awarded were also the beautiful and dynamic Alba Paretti, but also singer Roberta Bonanno, along with many other personalities applauded by over 200 guests.
Awards and winners
The Artistic Committee of the Foundation has selected the most innovative entrepreneurs. This year, the Red Lions of San Marco went to Dario Austoni and Christian Raggi for the world of design and interior design. Gigliola Curiel and the Silv School of Bergamo were awarded for fashion, Claudio Almici for innovation in the animal food sector, Lorenzo Cerbone for construction and real estate area, Finella Di Prima for fine jewelry, Paola Donnini for journalism, Katia Brugnolo for an artistic project together with the Venetian Carnival, to Roberta De Paoli for contemporary art, and to Chiara Giovanelli for emerging talent of Music.
The special prize went to Sister Rosalina Ravasio, founder of the Shalom Community of Brescia, who assisted more than three hundred boys, helping them out of addiction and abusive behaviour.
The fashion show, organized by the students of Silv School, turned out charming and lovely. A superb violinist, Florin Banda, amazed the audience with his songs while the Glamor Ballet of Rome offered the audience an astonishing performance.
Piazza San Marco in Venice, this unforgettable setting, has been the backdrop of this magnificent event. The philanthropist couple and founders of the Mazzoleni Foundation, Simona and Mario Mazzoleni, created an iconic event to thank and award the Made in Italy Excellence.
Gala Arte Cinema and Impresa means engaging in glamour, entertainment, class, and the emotion to see extraordinary people recognized for their talent.
by Claudia Ciclovan