A real “professional” who evolves over time into the jester and mediaeval troubadour, expressing themselves by using dialects. Today, they’re the undisputed guardian of people’s literary, folkloristic and cultural heritage.<\/p>\n
It’s an ancient art at risk of going extinct, which persists in Sicily thanks to the work and commitment of 22 living storytellers, 7 of whom are women, who, with dedication and passion for culture and traditions, carry out this wonderful profession.<\/p>\n
Here is the Storyteller of Sicily! A street artist who recounts and sings the history of their own land, the myths and legends, as well as the news and current events. They bring with them a vast cultural wealth, ranging from oral tradition to verses written in hendecasyllables, to musical verses, accompanied by their own instruments and ghostly posters, handmade scenes done only by local artists. In short, a complete artist who still stirs up feelings and evokes beauty today.<\/p>\n