Trieste is the multilingual, multicultural of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of northeastern Italy. It makes for a different, exciting tourist destination. From July 12 to July 31 it hosts the Festival International Operetta - Trieste Operetta. Some of the performances are held in the San Giusto Castle, others in the Theatro Verdi. For more information consult the Italian-language http://www.teatroverdi-trieste.com/verdi2009a/0.Home/indexHome.asp and translate the page, if necessary.
The little town of Splimbergo is the main venue for the Folkest Festival. The program will be released in a few days, but I can tell you right now that John Mellencamp will be performing on July 12. For more information consult http://www.kadmusarts.com/festivals/3882.html or the Italian-language http://www.folkest.com and translate the page, if necessary.
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