In Rome debuts "If We Climbed a Step," a theatrical tribute to Dostoevsky

Today, November 3, 2026, Rome presents a rich theater lineup with three new openings. Among these, "If We Climbed a Step," freely adapted from Fyodor Dostoevsky, stands out, staged at Spazio Rossellini at 9:00 PM. The show is brought to life by the Garbuggino Ventriglia company.

The debut is part of a culturally intense day for the capital, which also includes the opening of the fifth edition of "Nordic November," a festival dedicated to Scandinavian culture, and other musical and exhibition events. The other two theatrical debuts of the day are at the Teatro Tirso de Molina and the Off Off Theatre.

Today's Roman theater scene offers a reinterpretation of the work of Fyodor Dostoevsky, one of the most important Russian writers of the 19th century, known for novels such as "Crime and Punishment" and "The Brothers Karamazov," which explore human psychology, morality, and faith. Theatrical adaptation is a cultural phenomenon that allows literary classics to be reintroduced to contemporary audiences.

The show debuts in November, a month traditionally rich in cultural offerings in the capital. The Garbuggino Ventriglia company continues this practice of adaptation, aligning with a tradition that aims to make great works of the past accessible and relevant. The event is part of a broader program that also includes the "Novembre Nordico" festival, now in its fifth edition and promoted by the embassies of Scandinavian countries, reflecting a citywide schedule that blends local and international offerings.