Stages Under the Stars: Club Esse Summer Show 2026

Summer 2026 is set to shine brighter than ever with the return of the Club Esse Summer Show, an exciting programme of live entertainment that transforms the theatres across our resorts into must-visit venues for unforgettable evenings.

From live performances and comedy to music and family shows, an outstanding line-up of artists will take the stage against the stunning backdrops of Sardinia and Calabria.

Federico Melis: Smart Comedy with a Thoughtful Twist

With more than twenty years of experience, Federico Melis is a versatile actor, director, screenwriter and voice artist. His performances blend theatre, television and cinema with effortless style.

His witty stand-up monologues combine sharp humour with thoughtful observations about modern life, offering audiences an evening filled with laughter and plenty to think about.

Federico Melis Summer Tour

The show will take place in Calabria on July 3 and 17, 2026 at Club Esse Sunbeach and on July 2 and 16, 2026 at Club Esse Aquilia Beach Village, on July 10 and on August 7 and 21, 2026 at Club Esse Palmasera, on July 11 and on August 8 and 22, 2026 at Club Esse Posada, on July 9 and on August 6 and 20, 2026 at Club Esse Cala Gonone, on July 12 and on August 9 and 23, 2026 at Club Esse Gallura Beach and on July 13 and on August 10 and 24, 2026 at Club Esse Roccaruja.

Dinosauri Vivi at the Summer Show

Created by Flavio Colombaioni, who comes from one of Italy’s most renowned circus families, Live Dinosaurs is an extraordinary theatrical adventure designed especially for young explorers.

Families will come face to face with incredibly lifelike animatronic Brontosaurus, T-Rex and Velociraptor replicas, creating an immersive experience that delights children and adults alike.

The performance dates are: July 6 and August 3, 2026 at Club Esse Roccaruja, July 5 and August 2, 2026 at Club Esse Gallura Beach, July 4 and August 1, 2026 at Club Esse Posada, July 2 and 30, 2026 at Club Esse Cala Gonone and July 3 and 31, 2026 at Club Esse Palmasera.

The Visual Poetry of Retornable by Gasparato

A charming journey into the world of street theatre, led by an unconventional white clown whose mission is to break down the barrier between the stage and the audience, creating a playful and poetic connection with children, who become part of the show each evening.

Through boundless imagination, clever visual effects, lighting tricks and remarkably precise boomerang throws, this performance captivates audiences with its elegance and charm.

Every laugh comes from the unexpected and from the wonderfully human imperfections of the performance, with returning boomerangs popping balloons and even sending quirky bananas flying onto the performer’s head.

Performance dates are: July 26, 2026 at Club Esse Gallura Beach, July 25 at Club Esse Posada. July 23, 2026 at Club Esse Cala Gonone, July 24, 2026 at Club Esse Palmasera and July 27, 2026 at Club Esse Roccaruja.

Sketch Comedy and Live Music with I Carta Bianca

The irresistible comedy duo Lucio Dal Maso and Daniele Graziani bring to the Club Esse Summer Show a partnership that has been perfected on the stages of Italy’s leading theatres and has even won over international audiences on Broadway.

The unique style of I Carta Bianca skilfully blends theatrical comedy with engaging musical performances, creating a fast-paced modern variety show that keeps audiences entertained from beginning to end.

They will perform on July 8 and 22, 2026 at Club Esse Aquilia Beach Village and on July 10 and 23, 2026 at Club Esse Sunbeach in Calabria. They will then perform in Sardinia on July 29 and August 29 2026, at Club Esse Posada on July 30 and August 30, 2026, at Club Esse Gallura Beach on July 30 and August 30, 2026 at Club Esse Roccaruja and on July 31 and August 31.

Energy and Fun with Funny Groove

Funny Groove is a band formed in 2016 that reinterprets the greatest hits of the 1980s with an energetic and entertaining Pop Rock style.

Their setlist features songs by artists including Duran Duran, U2, Simple Minds, Tears for Fears and many more. The band features Gabriele Lias (lead guitar), Marco Ballisai (vocals and guitar), Marco Chessa (drums and backing vocals), and Nicola Oggiano (bass and backing vocals). They regularly perform at venues throughout Sardinia.

Their performances at Club Esse Cala Bitta will take place on July 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2026, and on August 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2026. In addition, on August 22 you can enjoy a special performance by DJ Daniele Paggi.

Daniele Capogreco and Mimmo Ruggiero Present: A spasso nel tempo

Mimmo Ruggiero is a film and theatre actor who has appeared in numerous comedies and television productions, while Daniele Capogreco is an entertainer and presenter. The title of the show, A Spasso nel Tempo (“A Walk Through Time”), refers to a humorous and nostalgic journey through time.

At Club Esse Gallura Beach on July 14, 2026
At Club Esse Posada on July 16, 2026

Fabian Grutt’s Stand-Up Comedy

Neapolitan actor, monologist and stand-up comedian Fabian Grutt has built a successful career spanning theatre and television. He is well known to Italian audiences for being a regular comedian on Stracult and for joining the cast of Made in Sud.

He has also appeared in popular television series including Don Matteo and the Amazon Original Sono Lillo, bringing his satirical monologues and live comedy shows to stages across Italy.

The artist will perform at Club Esse Aquilia Beach Village on August 6 and 20, and at Club Esse Sunbeach on August 7 and 21, 2026.

Carmine Faraco

After appearing in iconic Italian films including Ricomincio da tre, I fichissimi, Il tassinaro and L’allenatore nel pallone, Carmine Faraco returned to the spotlight in 2007 when he joined the cast of comedians on the television show Colorado Cafè.