During her 66th birthday celebrations in Pompeii, Madonna announced that she would be funding an artistic project involving youths. The project, known as 'Sogno di Volare' or 'Dream of Flying,' is currently in its fourth year and focuses on re-adapting comedies by Aristophanes. Madonna's contribution of about 250,000 euros ($275,000) will support the project for one year.
Madonna made the announcement while touring the Pompeii archeological park with its director, Gabriel Zuchtriegel. The project involves hundreds of young artists who perform these re-adapted comedies, starting at Pompeii's amphitheater, Teatro Grande, and then touring other Italian theaters.
