Second Edition
The Italian festival dedicated to comedy short films
June / July 2026
The Comedy Festival
The Lilius Short Comedy Festival is a festival exclusively dedicated to comedy short films, created with the goal of promoting short cinema and discovering new Italian comedy talents.
The festival has a clear and progressive objective: to become, within 6-7 years, a national reference point for Italian festivals dedicated to comedy, building a network among authors, producers, distributors, institutions and audiences.
The project is conceived and artistically directed by Michele Marchionne and Matteo Stipa, and organized together with Enzo Corsiero and Gianluca Bucci, within the creative brand Lilius, an independent reality operating between cinema, urban culture and contemporary production.
The Team
Michele Marchionne
Creator & Artistic Director
Matteo Stipa
Creator & Artistic Director
Enzo Corsiero
Organizer
Gianluca Bucci
Organizer
A Success Beyond Expectations
The first edition of the Lilius Short Comedy Festival recorded results beyond expectations, confirming the interest of the public and industry professionals in an event entirely dedicated to cinematic comedy.
150
Spectators Present
100+
People on Waitlist
Sold Out
Evening Status
First Edition Partners
Extensive media coverage in local and industry publications, including CinemaItaliano.info, the leading portal for independent Italian cinema.
Photo Gallery
Pubblico che applaude al festival
I vincitori con il premio Lilius
Pubblico animato in sala
Momento di interazione con il pubblico
La sala durante lo spettacolo
Partecipante coinvolto
Il team sul palco
Il pubblico del Lilius Festival
Momento dal vivo al Lilius Festival
Atmosfera serale al festival
Sul palco del Lilius Festival
Pubblico coinvolto durante la serata
Scena dal vivo al festival
Il pubblico della prima edizione
Momento emozionante della serata
Interazione tra partecipanti
Il palco del Lilius Festival
Premiazione della prima edizione
La serata del Lilius Festival
Il pubblico durante lo show
Finale della prima edizione
The Second Edition
June / July 2026
The second edition of the Lilius Short Comedy Festival aims to consolidate and expand upon the success of the first, with ambitious goals and an even richer program.
Approximately
The exact date will be announced soon. The event will take place between mid-June and the end of July 2026.
500
Target Spectators
Film Selection
Italian comedy short films of particular artistic value
Screenings & Meetups
Screenings, meetings with authors and final awards ceremony
Dialogue & Community
Strengthening dialogue between audience, artists, institutions and the local community
The event location will be defined in collaboration with local institutions.
Support the Festival
The Lilius Short Comedy Festival is promoted by LILIUS APS, a Third Sector Entity registered in the RUNTS. You can support it through a charitable donation to the association, pursuant to art. 83 of Legislative Decree 117/2017.
Support an independent cultural project that promotes Italian comedy cinema
Contribute to the discovery and promotion of new comedy talent
Reach an attentive, creative and diverse audience
Be part of a journey with a clear vision and real cultural impact
How we acknowledge our supporters
The association publicly thanks those who contribute in ways consistent with the size of their support: from a mention on official materials to a presence on stage during the evening. Get in touch to find out how we can best recognize your contribution.
Contact us for more informationTax Benefits
Charitable donations to LILIUS APS are tax-deductible for individuals and tax-deductible as expenses for companies and entities, within the limits provided by current regulations. A receipt valid for tax purposes will be issued.
How to Donate
Payable to: LILIUS APS — Recommended reference: "Charitable donation in support of LILIUS APS cultural activities" (for companies: "Charitable donation pursuant to art. 83 Legislative Decree 117/2017")
5x1000
You can also support LILIUS APS by allocating your 5x1000 tax option. Sign in the "Support for Third Sector Entities" box and enter our tax code: 91086910584.
Get in Touch
For information, collaboration proposals or sponsorship requests, don't hesitate to contact us.