The television schedule from September 27 to October 3, 2026, features several programs dedicated to art, history, and archaeology. On Rai Storia, the lineup ranges from ancient Sicily to Roman art and the myth of Medusa; Rai 5 offers in-depth features on the Grande Brera, Gauguin, and Arnaldo Pomodoro; and on Sky Arte, the focus is on Picasso, Van Gogh, and Arte Povera, among others.
On Rai Storia, the programming dedicated to history and archaeology features several episodes in the coming days. On Wednesday, September 30, from 6:40 a.m. to 7:25 a.m., *Viaggio in Sicilia* airs, with an episode dedicated to Syracuse and Greek mythology, focusing on the relationship between the Sicilian city and the mythological traditions of ancient Greece. The same episode will air again on Thursday, October 1, from 11:20 p.m. to 12:05 a.m., and on Friday, October 2, from 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
On Thursday, October 1, from 6:15 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., it’s time for *Le strade della storia: dentro l’archeologia*(The Roads of History: Inside Archaeology), featuring the 1979 episode dedicated to *Roman Art*.
Finally, on Saturday, October 3 , *Passato e Presente* presents *Medusa: Story of a Myth*, airing from 9:15 a.m. to 9:55 a.m. and again from 2:20 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., offering an in-depth look at the mythological figure of Medusa and her evolution in Western culture.
On Rai 5, Sunday, September 27, from 10:51 p.m. to 11:45 p.m., an episode of *Italia: viaggio nella bellezza* dedicated to the Grande Brera will air. On Monday, September 28, from 11:17 p.m. to 12:58 a.m., *Gauguin* is scheduled. On Saturday, October 3, from 11:45 a.m. to 11:53 a.m., “Poke Stories” will feature an episode dedicated to the Castle of Swabia, while from 1:00 p.m. to 2:03 p.m., “Art Night” returns with Arnaldo Pomodoro: The Nature of Form.
Sky Arte ’s programming from Sunday, September 27, through Thursday, October 1, features documentaries and in-depth features dedicated to art, history, photography, film, and theater, with episodes dedicated to great artists such as Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh, Masaccio, Pontormo, Bellini, Duccio di Buoninsegna, Correggio, Signorelli, and Mantegna.
Sunday, September 27, kicks off at 12:50 a.m. with *The Battle of Pavia and Other Stories*, with a repeat at 3:00 p.m. Toni Servillo explores Pavia—a city historically known for its “modesty”—through its history and its connections to art and science, kings and Nobel laureates, universities, and research centers. At 8:40 a.m. , Oliviero Toscani: “Chi mi ama mi segua” is scheduled—an intimate portrait of the photographer who revolutionized imagery, society, and visual communication.
At 5:00 p.m. , *Fluxus: We Are Art* takes center stage, with an episode dedicated to the body—central to art and life, and today also the subject of scrutiny on social media. At 5:30 p.m., *Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers* airs, dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, art, poetry, and passion, taking viewers on a journey through the artist’s colors, Arles, and the secrets of his mind. At 7:15 p.m., it’s time for *Picasso*, dedicated to the life, loves, and masterpieces of Pablo Picasso. At 8:15 p.m., “Fabio Mauri—Portrait in Solid Light” follows, exploring the artistic journey of the post-World War II avant-garde master, in conjunction with the exhibition “Fabio Mauri: Retrospective in Solid Light ” at MADRE in Naples. Closing out the evening at 9:15 p.m. is *Arte Povera: Notes for History*, a journey dedicated to the movement’s leading figures and its influence on contemporary art.
On Monday, September 28, at 12:15 a.m., Cy Dear is scheduled, a program dedicated to the life of Cy Twombly, a contemporary sculptor, photographer, and painter who was a contemporary of Robert Rauschenberg and Jasper Johns. At 7:45 a.m., *La nave dei folli - Oltre la ragione* returns with an episode dedicated to Camille Claudel, narrated by Carlo Lucarelli, exploring her innovative ideas on matter and movement and her relationship with Auguste Rodin.
The morning continues with *Great Masters*: at 10:25 a.m., Masaccio takes center stage, while at 11:00 a.m., Pontormo is featured. At 11:35 a.m., *Pellizza: Painter from Volpedo* traces the life and artistic legacy of the creator of *The Fourth Estate*. At 1:00 p.m. , *Arte Povera: Notes on History* returns.
In the afternoon, at 3:50 p.m., *75 – Biennale Ronconi Venezia* reconstructs, through archival materials and new interviews, the 1975 Theater Biennale directed by Luca Ronconi. At 5:20 p.m., *Gradus In scena* offers a journey through contemporary theater featuring young playwrights engaged in a process of experimentation and artistic growth. At 6:15 PM, *Vedere oltre - Pionieri d’eccellenza* airs, featuring Anna Zhang on a journey from Milan to L’Aquila dedicated to art, design, and culinary excellence in the spirit of innovation.
The evening continues at 8:15 p.m. with *The Persians: The History of Iran*, focusing on the ruins of an ancient fortified city and the figure of Genghis Khan. At 9:15 p.m. , *Tutankhamun: The Mysteries of the Pharaoh* explores the mysteries surrounding the pharaoh’s death and the reasons behind the small size of his tomb. This is followed at 10:15 p.m. by *Art Raiders: Hunting the Tomb Raiders*, featuring an episode dedicated to the Goddess of Morgantina, and at 11:10 p.m. by a new episode of the series, dedicated to the Capitoline Triad.
On Tuesday, September 29, the lineup resumes at 12:05 a.m. with *Tutankhamun: The Mysteries of the Pharaoh*, followed at 1:45 a.m. by *The Ship of Fools: Beyond Reason* featuring Camille Claudel. At 6:00 a.m., *Italian Season* features an episode dedicated to Michelangelo’s *Pietà*, while at 6:40 a.m. , *Seeing Beyond: Pioneers of Excellence* returns. At 6:55 a.m. , *The Ship of Fools: Beyond Reason* airs again.
At 8:05 a.m. , *Fluxus: We Are Art* returns. The morning continues at 10:35 a.m. with *Great Masters*, dedicated to Bellini, followed at 11:15 a.m. by the episode on Duccio di Buoninsegna. At 11:50 a.m. , *Picasso: A Rebel in Paris. The Story of a Life and a Museum* recounts the young artist’s arrival in Paris in 1901 and the beginning of his artistic career.
At 1:30 p.m., *Tutankhamun: The Mysteries of the Pharaoh* returns, followed at 2:30 p.m. by *Art Raiders: Hunting the Tomb Raiders*, featuring the Goddess of Morgantina, and at 3:20 p.m. by the episode dedicated to the Capitoline Triad. At 5:45 p.m. , *Jago. The Rock Star* chronicles JAGO’s artistic journey through a long night in the halls of Palazzo Bonaparte in Rome. At 8:20 p.m ., *Grand Tour. *Le Accademie della Moda* explores Italian fashion academies through the voices of students and teachers, focusing on education, craftsmanship, and innovation. At 10:05 p.m., *Italy For Movies* wraps up the day with a journey through monsters and tarot cards, into the depths of the unknown and symbolism.
On Wednesday, September 30, the lineup begins at 12:20 a. m. with *Italy For Movies*, followed at 1:10 a.m. by *The Ship of Fools: Beyond Reason* featuring Camille Claudel. At 6:00 a.m., *Italian Season* presents *Artemisia: An Artist on Trial*, dedicated to the life of Artemisia Gentileschi, a master of Baroque painting. At 9:50 a.m., *Great Masters* profiles Correggio, a leading figure in early 16th-century art, while at 10:50 a.m., the next episode is dedicated to Signorelli and his search for a personal style, with a particular focus on the depiction of the nude form. At 11:25 a.m., *Picasso* returns, followed at 12:00 p.m. by *Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers*, dedicated to the Dutch artist and the relationship between art, poetry, and passion.
On Thursday, September 1, as indicated in the provided schedule, *Picasso* is scheduled for 6:00 a.m. At 10:20 a.m., *Fluxus: We Are Art* returns, followed at 10:50 a.m. by *Great Masters* with the episode dedicated to Signorelli and at 11:25 a.m. by the episode on Mantegna, one of the greatest Renaissance painters.
At 3:25 p.m. , *Luciano, prima di tutto* presents a portrait of Luciano Ligabue through memories, achievements, emotions, and music. The evening is dedicated to Picasso: at 8:20 p.m., *Picasso* airs, while at 9:15 p.m., *Picasso 1^TV* is scheduled—a new episode dedicated to the artist’s life, loves, and masterpieces. The lineup concludes at 10:15 p.m. with *Hopper: An American Love Story*, a documentary dedicated to Edward Hopper and the secrets behind his most famous and enigmatic works.
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