A concert may last little more than an hour, but the right evening can stay in memory for years. That distinction defined BIG ART Festival in Porto Cervo on August 9, when Maxim Berin turned Romazzino, A Belmond Hotel into a complete world of music, design, gastronomy and Mediterranean elegance, crowned by Robbie Williams.
Domenico Dolce, Sylvie Meis, Tara and Jessica Getty and Caroline Scheufele were among the distinguished guests, joining an international audience that had travelled to Costa Smeralda for the occasion.
Rather than treating Romazzino as a backdrop, BIG ART Festival made the hotel part of the experience. Sunset, cuisine, service and the natural beauty of Costa Smeralda worked together to create a fluid transition from dinner to performance.
High jewellery met couture as Chopard and Caroline's Couture unveiled two sophisticated presentations. Their contribution reflected a wider BIG ART Festival principle: luxury becomes more compelling when different creative disciplines share the same stage.
BIG ART Festival also welcomed back DENZA, the premium mobility brand from BYD Group. After the partnership began in Hong Kong in spring 2026, Porto Cervo became its next chapter, with Alessandro Grosso, Italy Country Manager for BYD and DENZA, representing the brand.
The menu and beverage programme were built around premium partners including Adoria Caviar, D.Rock Champagne, La Scolca and Il Palagio by Tony Sasa. The dedicated D.Rock bar and Adoria's celebrated Beluga, Asetra and Imperial selections gave the dinner its own distinctive identity.
Eleonora Incardona presided over the evening in Chopard jewellery, bringing polish and personality to the stage. Max Merseny's music established an elegant beginning, while the Esteriore Brothers injected an irresistible Italian spirit into the room.
The shift from gala dinner to unforgettable concert happened the moment Robbie Williams stepped on stage. His more than 80-minute set opened with 'Let Me Entertain You' and continued through iconic tracks including 'Feel' and 'Angels', with guests singing and dancing beneath the Mediterranean sky.
For Maxim Berin, CEO of Berin Iglesias Art and Founder of BIG ART Festival, the night proved why emotion remains central to the festival. "Robbie gave the audience an extraordinary performance, but what I will remember most is the connection in the room. Romazzino, our guests, our partners and Porto Cervo itself all contributed to a very rare atmosphere. BIG ART Festival is about creating that kind of shared memory."
BIG ART Festival leaves Porto Cervo with another memorable edition behind it and a new market ahead. Singapore will host the festival for the first time on October 10 during Formula 1 weekend. Capitol Kempinski Singapore will provide the setting, while Busta Rhymes will lead the musical programme.