Rome University of Fine Arts X OFF The Record

Off The Record, in partnership with the Rome University of Fine Arts, is hosting an exquisitely curated three-day event from Thursday to Saturday, transforming the historic villa into a vibrant crucible of art, music, and craftsmanship. This collaboration seeks to elevate the work of young Italian and international artists engaged in advanced experimental research across both analog and digital fields. The exhibition—curated by Caterina Tomeo, coordinator of the master's degree program in Multimedia Arts and Design—is a tribute to the first electronic music concert held in Rome in the 1960s and curated by Franco Evangelisti. Four unique audiovisual installations, inspired by the works of renowned authors from the past, will be showcased inside the villa, offering the public a perceptive and synaesthetic experience that bridges past and present through innovative audio and visual art. Over the course of three days, the outdoor area will transform into a dance floor with music curated by local and international artists and collectives that perfectly attuned to the essence of Off The Record: Thursday: Small Black Dots x Off The Record with performances by Gwenan, Jane Fitz, Miki, and Nick Friday: Seekers x Off The Record featuring Alex Picone, Desyn, and Rhadoo Saturday: Beautiful Freaks x Off The Record presenting DJ Rino, Jade Seatle, Penelope, Tom Rynders, Vera, and Walrus Beyond the music, the garden will host a curated market celebrating artisans' dedication to craftsmanship and quality. Among the exhibitors, 100 Sounds will display their turntable cartridges from Japan. HPS Ibiza and Pequot Acoustics will present their high-end audio systems, engineered by Italy's finest sound experts. Audio Solution will showcase their prototype handcrafted rotary mixer and DJ equipment, while Farb will feature their advanced technical services for audio equipment and sound instruments. The Rome University of Fine Arts and Caterina Tomeo will have a stand where you can learn more about their degree programs. Small Black Dots record shop will relocate to the villa garden for three days, offering new and second-hand vinyl along with all OFF The Record merchandise. To complete the experience, the market will also feature vintage clothing from the Barcelona concept store Moirai. With a three-day ticket purchase, guests gain unrestricted access to all activities hosted within the villa premises, including various events and art installations. Additionally, only holders of this three-day pass are entitled to a 10% discount on purchases made at the market.