A cultural bridge between the Principality and Italy in the name of chess and young people. The meeting will be attended by the author Cédric Biscay, International Master Pierluigi Piscopo, and publisher Massimiliano Piretti.
The next Tuesday 9 June 2026, From 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the Agora Casa diocesana in Monaco will host a special afternoon entirely dedicated to the famous Monegasque manga. Blitz, on the occasion of the official launch of Volume 8 in Italian.
The event, organised by ACLI Monaco with the valuable support of Shibuya International e Piretti Publisher, celebrates a work that has become a true symbol of cultural union between the Principality of Monaco and Italy. The event will attract fans of Japanese comics, chess enthusiasts and publishing industry professionals in a convivial and stimulating atmosphere..
Event Programme (9 June)
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6:00 PM | Chess demonstration with Pierluigi Piscopo
In perfect harmony with the strategic universe that forms the backdrop to the manga, the audience will be able to witness an exceptional chess demonstration curated by Italian master Pierluigi Piscopo..
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18:30 | Conference on manga with author Cédric Biscay
The author and creator of Blitz, Cédric Biscay will give a talk to share with attendees the genesis of the work, the secrets of its international success, and the importance of cultural ties between Monaco and Italy..
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19:20 | Donation of the 8 volumes to the Diocese
The Italian publisher Massimiliano Piretti will officially hand over the eight volumes of the saga translated into Italian to the Diocese of Monaco, as a testament to the profound cultural value of the project..
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19:30 | Signing session
At the close of the evening, attendees will have the opportunity to meet Cédric Biscay in person for an exclusive autograph and dedication session..
The declarations
Ginevra de Masi, President of ACLI Monaco:
“This event perfectly illustrates ACLI Monaco's desire to develop and enhance its activities aimed at young people. By leveraging the international resonance of the manga Blitz and drawing on the strong historical and cultural ties between Monaco and Italy, we aim to unite strategic areas such as publishing, new generations, and Japanese-rooted popular culture.”.
Cédric Biscay, author and creator of BLITZ:
“I am truly delighted with this invitation from ACLI, an initiative that demonstrates the growing global interest in the world of manga. Knowing that Blitz boasts a real and solid readership in Italy is tangible proof of the strong growth in soft power for the Principality of Monaco in sectors where it was previously absent. To be personally involved in this development is a source of great pride for me.”.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
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Data Tuesday 9 June 2026
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Time: From 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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Place: Agora – Diocesan House, 18 Rue Bellevue, 98000 Monaco
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Organisation ACLI Monaco, in collaboration with Shibuya International and Piretti Editore.
