# Fondazione Teatro Pirandello leadership transition

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/fondazione-teatro-pirandello-leadership-transition
> Updated: 2026-08-31T17:35:34.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 3.

The leadership of the Fondazione Teatro Pirandello in Agrigento has undergone significant changes following a shift in local government.

In July 2026, vice-president Andrea Cirino resigned early, stating his departure was intended to “respect the prerogatives of the newly elected municipal administration” led by Mayor Michele Sodano. While the foundation's board had prepared for the 2026-2027 season to ensure continuity, the city administration planned to revoke current board memberships and consider new appointments.

By late August 2026, the situation escalated as the remaining Board of Directors, including Alessandro Patti, Pino Miccichè, and Gaetano Airò, announced their early resignation. The board cited a “lack of cooperation from the new municipal administration” and a failure to receive substantive responses from Mayor Sodano. They specifically noted operational difficulties, such as the absence of a press officer since July 1 and an inability to proceed with promotional campaigns for the upcoming season. Consequently, the board decided to freeze public notices for the final portion of their mandate.

On August 31, 2026, Mayor Sodano appointed a new Board of Directors consisting of Osvaldo Lo Iacono, Silvia Giambrone, Giuseppe Innocente, and Maricetta Lombardo. The Mayor characterized these appointments as a move toward “merit and competence” intended to end political patronage, noting that the members will serve without compensation. While the new board is composed of recognized artists, the decision to select members directly rather than through a public call for candidates has become a point of local discussion.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Agrigento Mayor appoints new board for Fondazione Teatro Pirandello

Agrigento Mayor Michele Sodano has appointed a new, unpaid Board of Directors for the Fondazione Teatro Pirandello, aiming to replace political patronage with professional expertise.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/agrigento-mayor-appoints-new-board-for-fondazione-teatro-pirandello

### 2026-08-21: Teatro Pirandello board resigns citing lack of municipal support

The Board of Directors of Fondazione Teatro Pirandello has resigned early, citing a lack of cooperation and communication from Agrigento Mayor Michele Sodano.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/teatro-pirandello-board-resigns-citing-lack-of-municipal-support

### 2026-07-23: Andrea Cirino resigns as vice‑president of Fondazione Teatro Pirandello in Agrigento

Andrea Cirino resigns early as vice‑president of Agrigento’s Fondazione Teatro Pirandello, citing respect for the new mayor, as the board prepares for the 2026‑27 season and upcoming board changes.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/andrea-cirino-resigns-as-vicepresident-of-fondazione-teatro-pirandello-in-agrigento

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