Vernissage in Rome: 'Dracula and Mina' by Natascia De Sanctis at

Vernissage: 'Dracula and Mina' at Galleria Patrizia Anastasi

On Friday 17 April 2026 at 18:00, Galleria Patrizia Anastasi in Rome presents the vernissage of Dracula and Mina, an exhibition by Natascia De Sanctis. The show merges cinematic imagery of the vampire myth with a personal painting practice, creating an installation that navigates the boundary between the visible and the imaginary.

The artistic approach

De Sanctis' research combines figurative technique with instinctive methods. Key aspects of her practice include:

• drawings executed with open eyes, featuring pastel tones and delicate gradations;
• works produced with eyes closed, conceived as a ritual gesture and a direct channel to the unconscious;
• a technological-art project based on holography, started in 2018 and currently in development.

The exhibition draws inspiration from cinematic adaptations of Dracula, reinterpreting gothic figures and symbols through a contemporary, symbolic language.

Events and performance

The opening night will include a vocal performance by soprano Erika Nakanishi, trained at the Santa Cecilia Conservatory and active in operatic and choral settings. Music and performative elements are used to create an immersive atmosphere that complements the visual works.

Photographers Dino Fiore and Giada Iuliano will document the event and its atmospheres.

Visitor information

• Opening: Friday 17 April 2026, 18:00.
• Visiting hours: Saturday 18 April 2026, 11:30–13:30 and 15:00–18:00.
• Venue: Galleria Patrizia Anastasi Arte (Associazione Culturale Plus Arte Pulse), Rome.
• Tickets and reservations: contact the gallery directly for details on access and any applicable fees.

Why attend

The exhibition is an opportunity to see how the Dracula myth is reworked through mixed media and performative practice. It will interest visitors looking for shows that combine symbolic reflection with experimental techniques and a theatrical tone.

For updates on schedules, side events or guided visits, check the gallery's official channels or contact the organisers directly.