At the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, the city of Omegna was represented by two iconic symbols of its history: the Bialetti Moka and the poet Gianni Rodari.
The Moka is a design object applied to everyday life and is a symbol of “Made in Italy” exhibited in high-caliber museums, such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York. At the Olympics, it was celebrated with a choreography featuring performers “dressed” as moka pots in various colors.
The poet from Omegna, Gianni Rodari, was honored by the artist Ghali, who recited the verses of “Promemoria,” a powerful message and invitation to peace.
PH: La Stampa