This autumn, when Teatro Olimpico closes its 76th season of classic plays, the historic Italian theater will premiere “Americans in Vicenza” at the Soldiers’ Theatre on Caserma Ederle. Col. Matthew Gomlak, U.S. Army Garrison Italy commander, announced the show recently during a red-carpet engagement at Teatro Olimpico.

“It is an absolute honor to represent the U.S. Army at such a prestigious site,” Gomlak said speaking from the stage of the world’s oldest covered theater, Vicenza’s iconic landmark designed by architect Andrea Palladio in 1580. “We are thrilled and look forward to partnering with the team at Teatro Olimpico. It promises to be an amazing opportunity for cross-cultural exchange.”