Marcello Morresi

Marcello Morresi is a Lecturer in Scenography at the Academy of Fine Arts Bologna's School of Theater, holding a tenured position since 1997. He serves as Enrico Manelli's assistant in Set Design (since 2005) and teaches Scenography I/II for the Opera and Musical Theatre program.

His educational background includes:

• Master of Arts and High School Diploma in Applied Arts in Ceramics
• Diploma in Transverse Flute from G. Rossini Conservatory of Music (Pesaro)
• Diploma in Scenography from Academy of Fine Arts in Urbino (under Gabbris Ferrari and Nino Mangano)

Morresi specializes in theatrical scenography for opera and musical performance, with research emphasizing the integration of art and music in live staging. His work explores spatial design challenges when visual elements interact with musical narratives, particularly in historical venues across Italy. He has developed over 30 productions through collaborations with the Cesena Conservatory and Teatro A. Bonci, creating regionally rooted performances that bridge academic training and professional practice.

As an educator, he mentors students through laboratory-based learning and stage testing, focusing on translating conceptual designs into physical productions. His pedagogical approach cultivates adaptability for theater's evolving technical and artistic demands, with many graduates securing theater careers.

Professional collaborations span major Italian institutions including Teatro Comunale di Bologna, festivals (Pesaro Rof), and regional theaters (Rovigo, Verona, Spoleto). He has worked closely with directors E. Job, A. Fiorentino, M. Palli, and G. Ferrari on opera, dance, and prose productions, while also contributing to museum projects.