“In the context of the cultural policies of Municipality of Crotoneunfortunately we notice a growing use of the logic of Cultural Fast Food. The cultural activities promoted seem to aim mainly at immediate gratification, neglecting personal growth and long-term reflection. The Cultural Fast Food mentality offers instant satisfaction with ephemeral experiences that sell out quickly. This type of fulfillment does not contribute to the intellectual or spiritual enrichment of the people involved, leaving only a fleeting memory in the short term. In other words, those who participate in such events are considered passive consumers, not actively involved in reflection or engagement.”. Thus begins the note Philip Sestitus And Fabio Riganellorespectively President and board member of Arci Crotone Aps.
Focusing on Long-Term Cultural Programming (PCL)
“In contrast, an approach based on Long-Term Cultural Planning (PCL) aims to encourage people to be active actors in their own cultural journey. It offers experiences that stimulate reflection, personal growth and connection with the world, enriching one’s cultural background and promoting social and intellectual development. The analogy with nutrition highlights that Cultural Fast Food is like a quick and not very nutritious meal, while a PCL is like a carefully prepared, nutritious and satisfying meal in the long term”we read again.
“Always following the same wrong logic, the Antica Kroton project was discarded in favor of resources for public works, as well as the structural work for the new municipal theater which has been underway for twenty years seems to follow the same model. There is the fear that the theaterthe most important work of the last 25 years, can be managed according to undemanding logic and influenced by political interestsdepriving the Crotone community, unique in Calabria, of a place and quality cultural programming that can enhance the territory”.
“We therefore ask the municipal administration of Crotone to focus on Long-Term Cultural Programming, which places the valorization of culture and art as tools for personal and social growth and development at the centre. We are waiting for concrete proposals and projects that can truly enrich the cultural life of the city and actively involve citizens in a path of growth and awareness. We cannot allow culture to be reduced to mere superficial entertainment, we must demand more for our territory and for future generations”the note closes.
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