Performing Artists

**📌 What** Stuck in Milan for Christmas? Family far away? Or maybe you just want to escape the yearly debate about *Panettone vs Pandoro*? Whatever the reason, spending Christmas Eve alone is illegal in our book. Join us at Ostello Bello for a special festive edition of "Paint & Sip." Whether you want to paint a snowy landscape, a drunk Santa, or just make a mess while drinking wine, this is the place to be. It’s the perfect vibe for expats and travelers: no stress, good wine, and new friends. **How it works:** The deal is a Christmas miracle: **8€** gets you a glass of wine and all the art supplies you need (canvas, paint, brushes). Arrive, grab your kit at the bar, and look for the group of people looking festive and slightly artistic. ❗️The Meetup team won’t be there (we are busy eating lasagna), you need to connect with other participants in the Whatsapp chat to form a group! More info below. **📌 Who** Expats, solo travelers and anyone who thinks painting is better than watching "Home Alone" for the 100th time. **📌 How** * **RSVP to join.** * **Join the [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HH5z70JhWWD9H15A1yMXm5)**[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HH5z70JhWWD9H15A1yMXm5)— [Essential to find the group in the hostel and wish everyone Merry Christmas]. * (Please please please) **keep your RSVP on Meetup updated** 🫶

Wir können essen und sprechen. :-) Es gibt viel zu essen:-)

### MAXI WORKOUT & MASCARPONE CHALLENGE 🏋️‍♂️🍰 Un allenamento lungo, intenso… e con una **dolcissima sfida finale**. Preparati a un **maxi workout di 90 minuti**, pensato per farti sudare, spingere e dare il massimo insieme al gruppo. Un’esperienza di allenamento condivisa, energica e coinvolgente, perfetta per chi ama mettersi in gioco e vivere lo sport come momento di aggregazione. Al termine del workout partirà il **Mascarpone Contest**: tutti i partecipanti sono invitati a **mettersi in gioco preparando la propria crema al mascarpone** e a farla assaggiare al gruppo. Si voterà la migliore… e **il contest è a premi** 🏆

Shower singers, pop divas and total disasters: all welcome. The stage is yours… unfortunately for the rest of us. ⋯⋯⋯ Ostello Bello Milano Centrale - Via Lepetit 33, Milano 🎫 Posti limitati. - Ingresso gratuito tramite registrazione Ti ricordiamo che nel corso dell’evento potranno essere effettuate delle riprese di immagini fotografiche e audio-video con diritti di utilizzo ad uso esclusivo del locale. www.ostellobello.com https://www.instagram.com/ostellobello.milanocentrale/

Want to boost your confidence, meet inspiring people, and have fun dancing in heels? ✨ Our **Heels class** is a safe, supportive space where you can explore movement, femininity, and expression — while connecting with others who share the same energy and passion. Each week, we’ll work on posture, balance, technique, and flow, combining elements of **jazz, street styles, and Latin flair** into empowering choreographies. You’ll learn how to **move gracefully, own the stage, and feel unstoppable** — both in class and in life. 🌟 **Beginner & Intermediate friendly** – come as you are! 🌟 **No need to be a pro** – just bring your heels (or dance in socks first) and your confidence will grow week by week. 🌟 **Social, fun, and empowering** – perfect for making new friends while learning something new. **Important:** **To sign up, you must register via the link for the lesson. Only then we can assure you a place in class** https://shorturl.at/V6eTF 📍 Location: Garden Dance Studios, Via Aosta 21 🗓 Every Wednesday at 20.00 🎟 Trial Class 8€ Come join us for an uplifting evening of music, movement, and community — and walk out feeling *fierce, fearless, and free.* 💃💖

Let's meet at the pub and enjoy the good company, over a drink and some food.😃 You can eat (everything you want at the buffet) and take 1 drink at the cost of 12 euros 🙃 or you can just drink at the cost of the drink 🙃 ☞ 🌍 INTERNATIONAL HAPPY HOUR IN MILAN ☞ 📆 ON WEDNESDAY STARTING FROM 7.00 pm ☞ 📍 NEXT BAR MILAN Meet new English-speaking friends who are studying, living or just visiting Milan... and have fun! I look forward to meeting you all! 😉 This event is also in facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/130192543665547/?ref=share and other networks, like couchsurfing 🙃, so there are always more people coming, not only the people listed here. 🙂 *** Next Bar - Via Crema, 7 - Milan (MM3 Porta Romana)

Un appuntamento settimanale dedicato al silenzio, alla presenza e alla calma interiore. Attraverso semplici pratiche di respiro, meditazione guidata e momenti di ascolto, ritroviamo il contatto con il nostro centro e ci liberiamo dallo stress quotidiano. Ogni incontro ha un tema diverso (respirazione, consapevolezza del corpo, compassione, ecc.), ma è sempre adatto a **tutti i livelli**, anche a chi non ha mai meditato prima. Ogni mercoledi 20:15 Per le prenotazioni e il pagamento: team@lakecomowellness.com or +39 375 6187862 Puoi consultare i costi sul nostro sito www.lakecomowellness.com

**📌 THE PLAN** Christmas is technically over, but the vibes (and the sugar) are still here. This is a self-organized meetup to hit the ["Villaggio delle Meraviglie"](https://villaggiodellemeraviglie.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21871321111&gbraid=0AAAAAqUS4BGzMUXOQSEA61JzxAWluF_In&gclid=CjwKCAiAmKnKBhBrEiwAaqAnZxgT0vnVvdENMUvtNMnj4KHuKZb_4GAplyKPDbGXS5klSigt8uo3eBoCivcQAvD_BwE). The goal is to skate (badly), drink hot Vin Brulé, and meet new people without the holiday stress. **HOW IT WORKS (Read Carefully)** 1. Meet at 3:30 PM outside the main entrance of Giardini Indro Montanelli (Corso Venezia / Bastioni di Porta Venezia side). 2. Choose your fighter: Once gathered, decide as a group whether to brave the ice skating queue or just grab a drink and watch others fall. **📌 IMPORTANT: NO HOST, YOUR RULES** This event is community-led. The Meetup team is not present. * You MUST join the WhatsApp group to coordinate. * Real Talk: If the WhatsApp chat is silent on Saturday afternoon, assume the event is not happening. Speak up to make it happen. **📌 JOIN HERE** 1. **RSVP on Meetup.** 2. Join the[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/F1j1333u35aFmjYHrUOyGx)**[WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/F1j1333u35aFmjYHrUOyGx)** <--- Mandatory to find the group. 3. **Update your RSVP** if you change your mind.

una location unica in stile arabo con aperitivo a buffet italo marocchino, spettacolo di danza del ventre e dalle 22,30 dj set revival commerciale costo della serata 20€ compresa la prima consumazione tavolo prenotato a nome ENERGY, gradita conferma via whatsapp Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

una location unica in stile arabo con aperitivo a buffet italo marocchino, spettacolo di danza del ventre e dalle 22,30 dj set revival commerciale costo della serata 20€ compresa la prima consumazione tavolo prenotato a nome ENERGY, gradita conferma via whatsapp Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

Shower singers, pop divas and total disasters: all welcome. The stage is yours… unfortunately for the rest of us. ⋯⋯⋯ Ostello Bello Milano Centrale - Via Lepetit 33, Milano 🎫 Posti limitati. - Ingresso gratuito tramite registrazione Ti ricordiamo che nel corso dell’evento potranno essere effettuate delle riprese di immagini fotografiche e audio-video con diritti di utilizzo ad uso esclusivo del locale. www.ostellobello.com https://www.instagram.com/ostellobello.milanocentrale/

una location unica in stile arabo con aperitivo a buffet italo marocchino, spettacolo di danza del ventre e dalle 22,30 dj set revival commerciale costo della serata 20€ compresa la prima consumazione tavolo prenotato a nome ENERGY, gradita conferma via whatsapp Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

🎤 LATIN KARAOKE NIGHT | Reggaeton, Good Vibes 💃🕺 Arriva la Latin Karaoke Night: musica latina, drink, risate e quella libertà di fare casino senza giudizio. ✨ Cosa include (25€ a persona): 🎤 Karaoke latino tutta la sera 🎶 Playlist latina scelta da noi: reggaeton, salsa, bachata & hit da urlare 🍹 1 drink incluso 🏠 Sala privata per tutto il gruppo — spazio solo nostro, tutta la notte Vibes chill, gente easy, tanta energia e zero pressioni. Perfetto per cantare male, ballare bene e creare quei ricordi che il giorno dopo ti fanno ridere da sola. ————————————————————— 📅 Programma della Serata 22:00 – 23:00 ✨ Drink di benvenuto ✨ Momento per conoscersi ✨ Snack offerti da noi 🥨🍹 Dalle 23:00 in poi 🎤 KARAOKE TIME! Una hit latina dopo l’altra, per cantare, ridere e scioglierci un po’. A seguire 💃 Musica & Dance Mode Quando avremo voglia di solo ascoltare musica e ballare, partirà la nostra playlist. (a breve aggiungeremo il link per la playlist)

**🇮🇹 𝙐𝙉𝘼𝙈𝘼𝙎 𝙎𝙋𝙀𝙏𝙏𝘼𝘾𝙊𝙇𝘼𝙍𝙀** 💛 📅 **Ogni sabato** \- Salsa & Bachata 360° 🎶🔥 🔸 **22:00** Stage o gare in preserata 🎭 🔸 **Durante la serata** Show spettacolari! ✨ 🔸 **Tavolo Campus Latino riservato** – Dillo all’ingresso! 🎁 📍 **Location:** UnaMas Club, Via Adamello 21 - Bareggio (MI) 🎟️ **Evento a pagamento** ⚠ **IMPORTANTE**: Ricordati di compilare il modulo di adesione all’UnaMas prima di venire! La tessera è **gratuita ma obbligatoria** 👉 [www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento](http://www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento) 📲 **Unisciti al nostro gruppo WhatsApp** per restare aggiornato e organizzare passaggi in auto! 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ) **🇬🇧** **𝙐𝙉𝘼𝙈𝘼𝙎 𝙎𝙋𝙀𝙏𝙏𝘼𝘾𝙊𝙇𝘼𝙍𝙀** 💛 📅 **Every Saturday** \- Salsa & Bachata 360° 🎶🔥 🔸 **10:00 PM** Pre-party stages or dance competitions 🎭 🔸 **During the night** Spectacular dance shows! ✨ 🔸 **Reserved table for Campus Latino** – Mention it at the entrance! 🎁 📍 **Location:** UnaMas Club, Via Adamello 21 - Bareggio (MI) 🎟️ **Paid event** ⚠ **IMPORTANT**: Register for your UnaMas membership before coming! It’s **free but mandatory** 👉 [www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento](http://www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento) 📲 **Join our WhatsApp group** to stay updated and arrange carpooling! 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ)

Join us as we kick the New Year with a fun Happy Hour and your choice of two fun, new films! Option 1 is the biographical-musical-docu-drama, SONG SUNG BLUE, which stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson in the story about a real-life couple and Neil Diamond Tribute Duo. Option 2 is the comedy-action-adventure ACACONDA, which stars Jack Black and Paul Rudd as part of a group of friends remaking a favorite movie from their youth. Here’s a complete description, trailer and our plan for this event: SONG SUNG BLUE: The film follows Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, who experience success and heartbreak in their musical journey together. Not a tribute to Neil Diamond, but a tribute to a Neil Diamond Tribute Band! The film is based on the 2008 documentary of the same name and is directed by Craig Brewer. It stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, along with Michael Imperioli, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Mustafa Shakir, Hudson Hensley, Fisher Stevens and Jim Belushi. Critics call the film, “a crowd-pleaser with a ton of heart!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCM0Ztp3o1o ANACONDA: In this action-thriller-comedy-adventure, a group of friends going through a mid-life crisis head to the jungle to remake a favorite movie from their youth but encounter “unexpected events.” The film is directed by Tom Gormican and stars Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Selton Mello, Daniela Melchior, Thandiwe Newton and Steve Zahn. The film is a reimagining of the 1997 original. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMsFsfrPNaw PLAN: We’ll kick off the event with a pre-show Happy Hour at nearby Bravo! We’ll confirm the details and exact meeting time once we get the showtimes, but planning for 5 to 5:30pm for the Happy Hour and a 7pm-ish showing of both films. For the movies, we’ll meet inside the lobby area about 20 minutes before showtimes! Once showtimes are announced, advance ticket purchase is advised. Once you have yours, please list your Movie of Choice and seat number in the Comments below. Complete details will be confirmed and announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

The topic for January is "Chemistry" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 7:00 pm, show starts at 7:30 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

**Caller: Gaye Fifer** **Band: Hot Coffee Breakdown** **Big Scioty Contra Dance** **temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!

Join us as we get the New Year started with one of the best films of the year: THE SECRET AGENT! This political thriller from Brazil is set in 1977 where a man flees from a mysterious past and returns to his hometown but soon finds the city is far from being the refuge he seeks. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: In 1977, a former professor flees from a mysterious past and returns to his hometown of Recife in search of peace. He soon realizes that the city is far from being the refuge he seeks. The film stars Wagner Moura, Carlos Francisco, Tânia Maria, Robério Diógenes, Maria Fernanda Cândido, Gabriel Leone and Udo Kier in his final film role. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UfrzDKrhEc BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The Secret Agent was the most awarded film at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival where it won Best Actor for Wagner Moura, Best Director for Mendonça Filho, the Art House Cinema Award and the FIPRESCI Prize. At this year’s Golden Globes, it became Brazil’s first film ever to be nominated for Best Film (Drama)! It also received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Foreign Film, a Best Actor nomination for Wagner Moura and was selected as Brazil’s entry for Best International Film at this year’s Academy Awards. The film is receiving an incredible 99% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics say, its “compelling script, impeccable acting, and striking 1970s aesthetic” make it “impossible to look away!” Critics say The Secret Agent is “one of the few standout movies of the year” and the Chicago Tribune calls it a “masterpiece of a film” and “the best film of the year!” PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 30 minutes before showtime! With this being a limited release film, we’ll tentatively plan to see it at the Gateway, but location may change based on where it is showing and the showtimes available. Once details are confirmed, advance ticket is advised. Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. Showtime, location and complete details will be confirmed and announced as the date gets closer. Happy New Year and look forward to seeing you there, Dan