Pietrangelo Buttafuoco, the president of the Venice Biennale, is described as a versatile intellectual and right-wing anarchist who has caused chaos and alienated many, including almost everyone except Putin.

Nello scontro tra Pietrangelo Buttafuoco che ha riaperto le porte alla Russia, e il ministro della Cultura che si è detto contrario, lo studioso prende le parti del primo: “Cultura e sport restino…

Italy's Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli has sharply criticized the Venice Biennale president, Pietrangelo Buttafuoco, for allowing Russia's contribution, accusing him of attempting to conduct foreign policy.

Members of the Pussy Riot collective have sent an open letter to the President of the Venice Biennale, Pietrangelo Buttafuoco, reacting to and protesting Russia's announced participation in this year's event.

Alberto Barbera is set to remain artistic director of the Venice Film Festival through 2028 and possibly longer. On Tuesday, the board of directors of the fest’s parent organization, the Venice Biennale — chaired by new president Pietrangelo Buttafuoco — announced that they have approved Barbera’s appointment “for the years 2027 and 2028.” The Biennale […]

Italian Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano criticized Pietrangelo Buttafuoco's self-appointment at the Biennale, stating that involving the ministry could have led to negotiations, and expressed concern that Russia's Vladimir Putin could benefit from the situation.

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 12 - Lower House Culture Committee Chair Federico Mollicone said Thursday he hoped the Venice Biennale would reconsider its invitation to Russia to set up a pavilion at this year's edition but stressed that he had never said the government would prevent it from opening. Biennale President Pietrangelo Buttafuoco has ignored a call from Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli to revoke the invitation to the Russians. Giuli has stated, however, that the issue is up to the Biennale f...