La Notte della Taranta

The La Notte della Taranta Foundation was established in 2008 with the support of the Region of Puglia, the Province of Lecce, the Municipalities of Grecia Salentina and the Diego Carpitella Institute. It is a research and cultural organization that bridges science, performing arts and cultural policies. Its mission is the strategic management and enhancement of the cultural heritage of Salento, with a focus on the study and promotion of traditional music, the phenomenon of tarantism, and the Griko language. The Foundation organizes the eponymous festival and collaborates with universities and research centres both in Italy and internationally.