Mantua is the host city of the following yearly international events: Mantua Dance (May): theatre and city squares performances with national and international professional artists. • Arlecchino d'Oro, European Theatre Festival and Urban Scene (June): which brings theatre leading characters to local theatres, streets and squares.• Festivaletteratura (September): five thrilling days dedicated to culture with shows, concerts and the chance to meet book authors in the historic centre of Mantua. • Segni d'Infanzia, the International Children arts and Theatre Festival (November): is a great artistic event addressed to children and childhood.