DK Travel : Venice : Performing arts

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Moonraker (1979)

Roger Moore as James Bond steers a gondola-cumhovercraft across Piazza San Marco in a thrilling chase.
Paradiso Perduto

Call it animated or noisy, but live ethnic music, flowing wine, smoky air and simple seafood are all part of the atmosphere of “Lost Paradise”. Always full to the (low) rafters, the crowd often spills out onto the canalside where tables are set up in spring and summer.
Piccolo Mondo

This tiny club, which does not open until 11pm, has a wonderful laidback atmosphere. Entrance close to the Accademia gallery.
Senso (1954)

Alida Valli betrays family and country for an Austrian officer in another Visconti film.
Teatro Fondamente Nuove

Formerly a lumber store, since 1993 the premises have been buzzing with experimental theatre and contemporary dance. Festivals of off-beat films are also on the avant garde programme.
Teatro Goldoni

One of the oldest theatres in the city, dating from the 17th century. It acquired its present name in 1875 in honour of the 18th-century playwright Carlo Goldoni (see Carlo Goldoni). An excellent range of international plays is performed in Italian Nov–May.
Teatro Malibran

In a quiet square near Rialto stands the gleaming Malibran Theatre, re-inaugurated in 2001 to take on part of the Fenice’s productions. Dating back to 1678 as Teatro Grimani, it was renamed after the 19th-century Spanish mezzo-soprano Maria Malibran.
The Merchant of Venice (2004)

Starring Al Pacino as a brilliant Shylock.
The Wings of a Dove (1997)

Helena Bonham Carter stars in the film version of Henry James’ Venetian story.
Vivaldi Concerts

Inspiring performances of Vivaldi’s music can be enjoyed just off Piazza San Marco. Tickets are available at agencies, hotels or directly from the palace.