Cultural Calendar October to December
Cultural Calendar October to December
October
September 22nd – October 15th
Sacred Spaces – an exhibition of sculptures and paintings by Antonio Mifsud. This exhibition forms part of Notte Bianca. Venue: Auberge d’Italie, Valletta. Opening hours of the Auberge d’Italie are: Monday and Wednesday - 08.00 hrs – 17.00 hrs, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - 08.00 hrs – 17.00 hrs. For the Notte Bianca which is on Saturday 25th September 2010, the Auberge is open from 18.00 hrs – 02.00 hrs.
September 24th – October 10th
ASS Maestri d’Arte Exhibition - Venue: Cittadella Centre for Culture and Arts, St. Ursula Hall, Triq Bieb l-Imdina, The Citadel, Victoria, Gozo. Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 10.00 hrs.- 13.00 hrs.
September 24th – October 17th
His Chair…Video and photographic installation. - A Collective exhibition curated by Nicole Cuschieri. Artists: Matthew Grima Connell, Nicole Cuschieri, Elisa Von Brockdorff, Kenneth Borg, Aldo Cauchi Savona, Maria Bravo, Stephen Buhagiar, Christine Cutajar and Francesca Aquilina. Supported by: Malta Council for Culture & The Arts, Studio Seven & Marsovin.
Venue: Main Hall, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
September 25th - October 17th
A prestigious exhibition of paintings commemorating the Maltese Artist Anton Agius - Venue: Banca Giuratale, Independence Square, Victoria, Gozo. Opening Hours: Monday-Friday: 07.30 hrs.-12.30 hrs., Saturday: 07.00 hrs.-12.00 hrs., Sunday: 09.00 hrs.- 12.00 hrs. For more info. kindly visit www.gozoculture.com .
Till end of October
Paintings exhibition by Anastasia Ponyatovskaya-Pace. Venue: La Rive Café, 33 Tigne Seafront, Sliema. For more information visit www.arteforte.net
Until January
Paintings exhibition by Anastasia Ponyatovskaya-Pace. Venue: Chez Amand Restaurant, Gozo. For more information visit www.arteforte.net
October 1st
L-Imqabba mal-Medda taż-Żmien – organised by the Mqabba Local Council. Venue: Parish Square and its surroundings - Mqabba. Time: 18.30 hrs. onwards.
October 1st
Concert featuring the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, Conductor: Brian Schembri and world renowned soloists, tenor Oleg Kulko and soprano Elena Evseeva from the Bolshoi Theatre of Moscow in Russia. Programme: Tchaikowsky- Romeo & Juliet Ouverture Fantaisie, Pikovoya Dama: ‘Prosti nebesnoe sozdanie’ (tenor), Pikovaya Dama: ‘Uj Polnoch blizitsia’ (soprano), Pikovaya Dama: ‘Chto nasha Jizn’ (tenor), Iolanta: scene 7 ‘Tvoe molchanie ne ponyatno’ (soprano & tenor). Puccini- ‘La Tregenda’ from Le Villi, Tosca: ‘Vissi d’arte’ (soprano), Tosca’ Recondita Armonia’ (tenor), Manon Lescaut Atto IV (soprano & tenor).
Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta. Time: 19.30hrs.
October 1st - 3rd
Manhattan Short Film Festival
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 19.30hrs.
October 1st - 3rd
“Festubru” organised by the Għaqda Mużikali San Girgor at Wied il-Lunzjata, Kerċem, Gozo. This is the second edition of the festival which creates awareness about the way of life of our fore-fathers.
October 1st – 3rd
Burmarrad tradition revived - The time-honoured rural traditions of Burmarrad will be revived during the first edition of Festa Bdiewa f’Burmarrad. Traditionally, Burmarrad has always been connected with farming as most of its residents were engaged in the agricultural sector. They celebrated their livelihood by participating in a pilgrimage around Burmarrad, during which they used to display their animals, produce and tools and have them blessed on the church parvis. This year, St Paul’s Bay Local Council and the Burmarrad Feast Committee teamed up in order to revive this traditional feast in an activity called Festa Bdiewa f’Burmarrad. The historic pilgrimage and the blessing of animals and tools will be re-enacted. Furthermore there will be other traditional activities such as Maltese folk singing (għana), and a humorous theatre production (farsa). There will also be beer and wine competitions, tombola and typical Maltese food. There will also be an Agricultural Sports Day, a flower arrangement competition and a cake-baking competition. During this festival, which will be held over three days, visitors will also have the chance to explore the cultural heritage of this village which is trying to revive its rural roots. The activity is organised by the St. Paul’s Bay Local Council in conjunction with the Burmarrad Parish Feast Committee.
October 1st – 31st
The Natural and Cultural Legacy of China - Exhibition commissioned by The Chinese Photographers’ Association, in association with The Malta Institute of Professional Photography. Presented by the China Culture Centre.
Venue: Atrium, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
October 2nd
Our Lady of the Rosary – feast celebrated in Valletta.
October 2nd and 3rd
Magic in Cartoonland - A family show in six acts, each with a different storyline with theatrical magic, illusion and dance themed to the most popular children’s television and cinema characters. The audience will be transported into a fantasy world based on children’s films such as Happy Feet, Aladdin, Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, Willy Wonka and Mickey Mouse.
Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta. 2nd October 19.30hrs, 3rd October 16.00hrs
October 3rd
Our Lady of the Rosary – feast celebrated in Gudja, Tarxien and Nadur.
October 3rd
Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of German Unity - Open house with an exhibition of drawings by German and Maltese students and an open air exhibition of old German classic cars in collaboration with the Old Motors Club (Malta)
Venue: German Maltese Circle, Messina Palace, Valletta. Time: from 09.00 hrs.
October 3rd
Baroque masterpieces for flute and harpsichord - Programme: Vivaldi – Sonata in C, Pachelbel – Canon (arr. S Zammit), B Marcello – Toccata (Harpsichord solo), Tartini – Concerto in G. Performance by Ramona Zammit Formosa (harpsichord), Silvio Zammit (flute). Venue: St. Catherine of Italy, Valletta. Time: 11.00hrs.
October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
In Guardia Parade – a historical re-enactment organised by the Malta Tourism Authority. Venue: Fort St Elmo Time: 11.00 hrs
October 4th
MCI Concert – organised by the Malta Cultural Institute with the participation of the Windmill Brass Quartet, The Ballet School and pianist Rachel Gauci. Co-ordination and presentation: Marie Therese Vassallo. Venue: Hotel Le Meridien, St Julian’s, Balluta Bay. Time: 19.00 hrs.
October 5th
Festen Jazz Quartet - A jazz concert featuring Alison Galea from the indie rock band Beangrowers. Inspired by John Coltrane, Brad Mehldau, E.S.T., Bad Plus, Radiohead and Sonic Youth. Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta. Time: 19.30hrs.
October 6th
Performer’s Platform: Clarinet and Piano - Performance by Graziella Vella (Clarinet) and Yvette Maria Galea (Piano). Venue: Music Room, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
October 6th – 10th, 13th – 16th
Voices - presented by Voice Foundation featuring a 200 strong choir.
Venue: Republic Hall, Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta. Time: 19.30 hrs on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th October. 15.30 hrs on the 10th October.
October 8th
Our Lady of the Rosary – feast celebrated in Marsa.
October 8th, 9th, 10th
An Enemy of The People By Henrik Ibsen - An MLP Production Directed by Tyrone Grima. Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
October 8th – 10th
Birgufest – an annual event organised by the Birgu Local Council. There will be numerous activities throughout the festival. Historic re-enactments, extended opening hours, cheaper museum entrances and the opening up of venues including churches, emphasize the immense historic value of this city. In addition, there will be food stalls offering Maltese and foreign food, musical concerts and various exhibitions making this event truly outstanding. For more information kindly visit www.birgu.gov.mt. Venue: Birgu.
October 9th
Premju/Serata Ġieh l-Imqabba b’kunċert strumentali u kor – organised by Mqabba Local Council. Venue: The Hall, St Benedict’s College, Primary School, Mqabba. Time: 19.00 hrs.
October 9th – 10th
Malta Military Tattoo – The 7th edition of the Malta Military Tattoo will provide a highly entertaining atmosphere with precision marching, formation and gymnastic displays and above all good music. This year’s edition will include six foreign bands, foreign and local massed Pipes and Drums Band, the Malta Police Precision Drill Team, the Malta Police Band and the Armed Forces of Malta Band. Venue: The Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre, Ta’ Qali.
October 9th, 16th
Met Opera Live in HD: Das Rheingold
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 19.00hrs.
October 10th
Patronage of the B.V. Mary – feast celebrated in Għasri, Gozo.
October 10th
Windmill Brass Ensemble – Italian Music For Brass
Performance by Andre Helleur (Trumpet), Alex Taylor (Trumpet), Shirley Helleur (Horn) and Mauro Spiteri (Baritone)
Venue: St. Catherine of Italy, Valletta. Time: 11.00hrs
October 10th, 17th
NTLive: Phedre Encore
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 10th October 19.00hrs; 17th October 16.00hrs.
October 13th
Performer’s Platform: Trumpet and Piano - Performance by Jason F Camilleri (Trumpet) and Shirley Helleur (Piano). - Venue: Music Room, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
October 14th
John Paul II Day - Commemoration of the 4th anniversary of the National Monument in honour of Pope John Paul II.
October 14th
John Hookham Frere’s Maltese Garden – a public lecture by Jo Tyndale Briscoe, organised by Din l-Art Ħelwa. Venue: Din l-Art Ħelwa, 133, Melita Street, Valletta. Time: 18.00 hrs.
October 14th
Is-siegħa tal-Kittieba: Ġorġ Borġ
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
October 14th, October 24th
NTLive : A Disappearing Number - Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
Time: 14th October 20.00hrs ; 24th October 16.00hrs.
14th October – 14th November
Geography of Proximity exhibition. Curated by Roberto Daolio & Alessandro Castiglioni - Venue: Upper Galleries, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
October 15th
Mahler’s Symphony No.2 - Resurrection - Music appreciation evening led by Aldo Fenech on an initiative of the German-Maltese Circle Classical Music Group
Venue: Messina Palace, Valletta. Time: 19.00 hrs.
October 15th, 16th and 17th
The History Boys by Alan Bennett - Masquerade Theatre Company will be presenting the first play of the season: Set in the early 1980s, the play follows a group of history pupils preparing for the Oxbridge entrance examinations under the guidance of three teachers (Hector, Irwin and Lintott) with contrasting styles. Hector, an eccentric teacher, delights in knowledge for its own sake, but the headmaster ambitiously wants the school to move up the academic league table; Irwin, a supply teacher, is hired to introduce a rather more cynical and ruthless style of teaching. Hector is discovered sexually fondling a boy and later Irwin’s latent homosexual inclinations emerge. Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta. Time: 19.30hrs.
October 15th – November 4th
Art Exhibition by Carmelo Theuma - Venue: Cittadella Centre for Culture and Arts, St. Ursula Hall, Triq Bieb l-Imdina, The Citadel, Victoria, Gozo. Time: Mon-Fri: 10.00 hrs.- 13.00 hrs.
October 16th
Lejl f’ Casal Fornaro – This festival celebrates Maltese traditions, customs, music and food, especially bread-making. For more information visit www.casalfornaro.com. Venue: Qormi.
October 16th
‘Carmen’, an opera by George Bizet with the participation of a cast of international singers and the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, Aurora Opera House Chorus and Allegria Flamenco Group under the musical direction of Colin Attard and artistic direction of Novella Tabili. Venue: Aurora Opera House, Republic Street, Victoria, Gozo. Time: 19.30 hrs.
October 16th, 17th
7even – Musical about the seven deadly sins by Atturi Salesjani. Venue: Salesian Theatre, Howard Street, Sliema. For more information kindly visit www.salesiantheatremalta.com. Time: Saturday: 19.30 hrs, Sunday: 18.30 hrs.
October 17th
Jesus of Nazareth – feast celebrated in Xagħra, Gozo.
October 17th
Solo harpsichord works - Works by Durante, CPE Bach & Marcello
Performance by Ramona Zammit Formosa (harpsichord).
Venue: St. Catherine of Italy, Valletta. Time: 11.00hrs.
October 20th
Performer’s Platform: Piano Solo Works - Performance by Rachel Gauci.
Venue: Music Room, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
October 21st – November 21st
Paintings exhibition by Thomas J.Bournell. Venue: Banca Giuratale, Independence Square, Victoria. Time: Monday-Friday : 07.30 hrs - 12.30 hrs, Saturday: 07.00 hrs. - 12.00 hrs, Sunday: 09.00 hrs - 12.00 hrs.
October 22nd - 23rd
Welcome to German - Education Fair - Aimed at creating awareness of the presence of the German/Austrian culture and economy in Malta. Organised by the University of Malta, DAAD – German Academic Exchange Service, German-Maltese Circle, Embassies of Germany and Austria and Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport. Venue: Maria Assumpta Girls’ Secondary School Hamrun. Time: 09.00 hrs till 14.00 hrs.
October 22nd – 24th
2nd Malta International Comic Convention
Venue: Main Hall, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
October 22nd –December 5th
Ceramics exhibition by Charlot Cassar.
Venue: Main Hall, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
23rd October, 6th November
Met Opera Live in HD : Boris Gudonov
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 18.00hrs
October 24th
Crossbones quartet: four trombones in concert - Performance by Roderick Bugeja - Tenor Trombone, Dennis Camilleri - Tenor Trombone, Gilbert Spiteri - Tenor Trombone, Mauro Farrugia - Bass Trombone. Venue: St. Catherine of Italy, Valletta. Time: 11.00hrs
October 25th – November 12th
AquaArt – an exhibition of under Water Photography, 3-dimensional art work, sculptures and jewellery reflecting the Maltese Underwater world by Heika Daniela Merz and Hermine Anna Sammut. The exhibition is under the auspices of the Centre for Cultural Heritage Studies and the Institute of Tourism Studies. Venue: Institute of Tourism Studies, St George’s Bay, St Julians. Opening Hours: 09.00 – 19.00 hrs.
October 26th – November 13th
IV Pastels Malta Society Annual Exhibition – with over 60 paintings including landscapes, seascapes, portraits, still lives and abstracts in soft pastels by members of the Society. Venue: The Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce, Palazzo De La Salle, 219, Republic Street, Valletta.
October 27th
Performer’s Platform: Concerto for 4 Violins - Performance by Jacob Portelli, Augusto Quintano, Sonia Borg and Veronica Said Pullicino.
Venue: Music Room, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
October 28th
Is-siegħa tal-Kittieba: Joe Friġġieri
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
October 28th, 30th
Festival Mediterranea - opening event ‘La Traviata’, an opera by Giuseppe Verdi with the participation of the National Philharmonic Orchestra, Teatru Astra Opera Chorus and international main singers. Venue: Astra Theatre, Republic Street, Victoria, Gozo. Time: 19.30 hrs.
October 29th
Public Lecture - Site Visit at Saint George’s Basilica led by Dr. Paul G. Pisani. Time: 12.30 hrs starting from Saint George’s Basilica, Victoria, Gozo.
October 29th
Opera Gala Night organised by Opera Studio Teatru Astra. Venue: Kempinski San Lawrenz Hotel. Time: 19.30 hrs.
October 29th
Gozo Day - Commemoration of the anniversary of the French capitulation to the Gozitans led by Archpriest Saver Cassar on the 28th October 1798. Venue: Independence Square, Victoria. Time: 9.30 hrs.-10.30 hrs. Contact: Gozo National and Regional Celebrations Committee Info: 22156700.
October 29th and 30th
Dance Power 4 - Presented by Dance Council Malta.
Venue: Republic Hall, Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta. Time: 19.30 hrs.
October 29th - 31st
Live in HD Music Concert
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
October 30th
Chocolate Festival – organised by Ħamrun Local Council with the support of the Parliamentary Secretariat for Consumer Affairs, Consumers Fair Competition, Local Councils and Public Dialogue and the Parliamentary Secretariat for Tourism, the Environment and Culture. The festival will feature exhibitions of chocolate sculptures, cocktails, models, chocolate products and a range of food that includes chocolate. Venue: Old Railway Street and surrounding area, Ħamrun. Time: 19.00 hrs.
October 30th and 31st
“Kamill għall-Kunsill” - a musical comedy by Emanuel Francalanza and produced by Talent Depiro. A hilarious and entertaining storyline based on the character of Kamillu, a happy-go-lucky chap who is encouraged by his friends to apply as a candidate for the local council elections of his town. For bookings kindly contact the organisers on 21 454530/ 21 456340. Tickets also at the door. For more information visit www.talentdepiro.cjb.net .Venue: Auditorium Sant’Agatha, Rabat, Malta.
October 30th and 31st
Death of a Doornail - Is a murder mystery play by Lee Mueller. Eccentric millionaire, Albert Doornale has invited all of his close friends to his estate; including his ex-wife Abigail, his current fiancé Candy Bombay, and his childhood friend from the Lower East Side, Salvatore Carbone. Everyone arrives at the estate greeted by the grumpy butler and cutlery-carrying cook. The only problem is, Albert is not there, no one has seen him. Not his nerdy nephew or his socially spoiled daughter. None of the guests have any idea why they are there or what happened to their host. That is until blood is found in the upstairs bathroom. Was Albert killed and spirited away? Inspector Bukowski arrives on the scene, in the nick of time. A murder investigation will begin, as soon as a body is found. It may be a long wait.
Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta. Time: 20.00hrs.
October 31st
Our Lady of the Girdle - feast celebrated in Gudja.
October 31st
Our Lady of the Rosary - feast celebrated in Sliema.
October 31st
Music in Liturgy- Loudarte Pueri Choir.
Venue: Saint George’s Basilica, Victoria, Gozo. Time: 11.00 hrs.
October 31st
Performance by Robert Calleja (flute) and ProMuzika ensemble. Programme: Mozart – Flute Quartet in D KV 285, Haydn – Quartet in D major, Op. 5/5, H. 2/D11, Stamitz – Quartetto in C major
Venue: St. Catherine of Italy, Valletta. Time: 11.00hrs.
October 31st
Fodera Piano duo Recital
Venue: Aula Mgr.Giuseppe Farrugia, Saint George’s Basilica. Time: 20.00 hrs.
October 31st
Jum it-Traġedja - a commemorative ceremony marking the 62nd anniversary of the tragic shipwreck of the 30th October 1948. Venue: Mġarr Harbour (aboard Gozo Channel ferry). Time: 10.00 hrs. Contact: Gozo National and Regional Celebrations Committee Info: 22156700.
Last week of October/first week of November
Festival Mediterranea – For more information kindly visit www.mediterraneo.com.mt. Venue: Victoria, Rabat, Gozo.
November
November 1st
The Archaeologist Speaks - a lecture by Dr. David Trump concentrating on a particular artifact of pottery identification. Venue: Heritage Malta, Gozo Office, Citadel, Victoria, Gozo. Time: 11.00 hrs.
November 2nd
Guided visits to the Hypogeum by Dr. David Trump. Time: 10.00 hrs. & 13.00 hrs.
November 2nd and 3rd
Nessie – the Loch Ness Monster - It is an innovative and entertaining show for children and their families presented by the international Purves Puppets Company from Scotland. The production combines humour, dance and the most exciting traditional Scottish music to tell the story of a boy called Hughie McDhui, who meets a girl called Mairi Glengarry, who is running away from her wicked uncle - Naggie McCraggie. Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta. Time: 19.30hrs.
November 3rd
Performer’s Platform: Violin and Piano - Performance by Deborah Pace (Violin) and Yvette Maria Galea (Piano). Venue: Music Room, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
November 3rd – 28th
Richard England - A photographic retrospective exhibition curated by Timothy Gambin. Venue: Atrium, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
November 4th
Guided visits to the Hypogeum by Dr David Trump. Time: 10.00 hrs. & 13.00 hrs.
November 5th
Din l-Art Ħelwa’s Journalism Awards – Venue: Din l-Art Ħelwa, 133, Melita Street, Valletta. Time: 11.00 hrs.
November 5th
Symphonic Concert - A concert to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederic Chopin and Robert Schumann presented by the Manoel Theatre. The concert will feature the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, pianist Charlene Farrugia, Conductor: Jean Marc Burfin. Programme: Weber - Oberon Overture, Chopin – Piano Concerto No.2 (soloist: Charlene Farrugia), Schumann- Symphony No.4. Leader: Marcelline Agius. Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta. Time: 19.30hrs
November 5th
Ġgantija- the story re-told and the experience relived. Guided visit with re-enactors. Time: 16.00 hrs.
November 5th, 6th, 7th
The Collector By Mark Healy. Directed by Albert Marshall and produced by Vermiglio Theatre Productions. Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta
November 5th – 28th
Contemporary Art - A group of Gozitan artists exhibit researched works of art in various locations. Exhibition curated by Mario Cassar at the Exhibition Hall, Pjazza San Frangisk, Victoria, Gozo. Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 8.30 hrs. – 13.00 hrs.
November 6th
The Mystery of the Cart Ruts- alien or human work? - Half Day Seminar. Venue: Conference Hall- Ministry for Gozo, Victoria, Gozo. Time: 21.00 hrs.
November 6th
The Big Band Brothers in Concert - Venue: Republic Hall, Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta. Time: 20.00 hrs.
November 6th
Soundtracks Alive- Music from the most acclaimed movies with the participation of La Stella Youth Band. Venue: Astra Theatre, Republic Street, Victoria. Time: 19.30 hrs.
November 6th - December 12th
Dominique Ciancio Exhibition Venue: Cittadella Centre for Culture and Arts, St. Ursula Hall, Triq Bieb l-Imdina, The Citadel, Victoria, Gozo. Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 10.00 hrs.- 13.00 hrs.
November 7th
In Guardia Parade – a historical re-enactment organised by the Malta Tourism Authority. Venue: Fort St Elmo Time: 11.00 hrs
November 7th
The Annual Band Concert organised by the Għaqda Każini tal-Baned will this year feature the St. Julian’s Band Club.
Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta. Time: 19.30hrs.
November 7th
Feast of Saint Fortunat Martyr – feast celebrated in Żebbuġ, Gozo.
November 7th
Concert. Venue: St. Catherine of Italy, Valletta. Time: 11.00hrs.
November 7th
Vocal Recital – with the participation of Soprano Letizia Colojanni and Tenor Leonardo Alaimo. Venue: The Aula Mgr. Giuseppe Farrugia, Saint George’s Basilica. Time: 20.00 hrs.
November 7th – 14th
San Martin activities – organised by Xgħajra Local Council, involving children from Xgħajra.
November 10th
Performer’s Platform - Venue: Music Room, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
November 10th – 14th
Book Fair 2010 - Presented by the Malta Book Fair Organising Committee – National Library. Venue: Sacra Infermeria, Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta. Time: 10th November from 17.00 – 21.00 hrs, 11th November from 17.00 – 21.00 hrs, 12th November 17.00 – 22.00 hrs, 13th November from 9.00 – 12.30 hrs & 16.00 – 22.00 hrs and 14th November from 9.00 – 21.00 hrs.
November 11th
“Architectural Awards 1936 – 1939” – a public lecture by Dr George Camilleri. Time: 18.00 hrs.
November 11th
Is-siegħa tal-Kittieba: Ġużi Gatt
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
November 12th
Bank’s Annual Sacred Music Concert by Maltese Composer under the direction of J. Sammut and presented by APS Bank. Venue: St John’s Co-cathedral, Valletta. Time: 19.30 hrs.
November 12th
In search of the Fougasses of Gozo – by Dr. Stephen Spiteri. Venues and times to be confirmed later. For more information kindly visit www.wirtghawdex.org
November 12th
Arias from the Opera- performed by Opera Studio Teatru Astra.
Venue: Aula Mgr. Giuseppe Farrugia, Saint George’s Basilica. Time: 20.00 hrs.
November 12th, 13th
13 - A musical by Jason Robert Brown. Book by Dan Elish and Robert Horn,
directed by anthony bezzina, musical direction by Kevin Abela and choreography by Claire Cassola. Vocal Coaching by Roger Tirazona
A grown-up story about growing up! When his parents get divorced and he is forced to move from New York to a small town in Indiana, Evan Goldman just wants to make friends and survive the school year. Easier said than done. The star quarterback is threatening to ruin his life and his only friend, Patrice, won’t talk to him. The school freak sees an opportunity for blackmail and someone is spreading the nastiest rumours. With an unforgettable rock score from TONY Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, 13 is a hilarious, high-energy musical for all ages about discovering that cool is where you find it, and sometimes where you least expect it. Venue: St. Agatha’s Auditorium, Rabat.
12th, 13th and 14th November
Speed-the-Plow - Is a play by David Mamet which is a satirical dissection of the American film business, a theme Mamet would revisit in his later films “Wag the Dog” (1997) and “State and Main” (2000). Filled with Mamet’s trademark, rapid-fire dialogue, “Speed-the-Plow” focuses on the ruthless nature of Hollywood and the film industry. Play presented by Maleth. Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta. Time: 19.30hrs.
November 12th, 13th, 14th, 19th, 20th, 21st
Id-Divina Commedia - By Dante Alighieri translated by Alfred Palma. A Talenti Theatre Production
Venue: Theatre, St. James Cavalier, Valletta
November 12th- 21st
A Philatelic Exhibition - organised annually by the Gozo Philatelic Society at the Exhibition Hall, Pjazza San Frangisk, Victoria, Gozo. Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 8.30 hrs. – 13.00 hrs.
November 13th
St John of the Cross - feast celebrated in Ta’ Xbiex.
November 13th
Met Opera Live in HD : Don Pasquale
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 19.00hrs
November 13th
Traditional Food & Festa Fair – During this event one will have the opportunity to cook traditional Maltese recipes alongside Malta’s finest chefs and listen to traditional Maltese music. For more information kindly visit www.visitmalta.com/events. Venue: St Helen’s Square, Birkirkara.
November 13th
A site visit to Tal-Massar Vineyards, Gharb. Time: 14.00 hrs.
November 13th
Truly Unforgettable Yet Again - Dance Show by Centre Stage Dance Academy. Direction and Choreography by Natalie Sciortino. With a cast of 200 dancers, this show will celebrate great songs of the past and present and will feature dance numbers in jazz, ballet, hiphop and contemporary.
Venue: Astra Theatre, Republic Street, Victoria. Time: 19.30 hrs.
November 14th
Festival of Maltese Traditional Games – organised by Heritage Malta and Birgu Local Council. A street festival of Maltese folk games which used to be played by locals years ago, which have either been forgotten or whose popularity has diminished over time. These games will be revived to be enjoyed by all. For more information kindly visit www.visitmalta.com/events. Venue: Birgu.
November 14th
Arias from the Opera performed by Opera Studio Teatru Astra.
Venue: Aula Mgr. Giuseppe Farrugia, Saint George’s Basilica. Time: 20.00 hrs.
November 14th
Scarlatti – Chamber Works - Performance by Pauline Longo (Soprano), Reno Cassar (trumpet) and Alex Vella Gregory (harpsichord).
Venue: St. Catherine of Italy, Valletta
November 14th
Remembrance Sunday - A National Festivities event.
November 14th
Jum it-Tifkira – Remembrance Day. Venue: Independence Square, Victoria, Gozo. Time: 10.30 hrs. Contact: Gozo National and Regional Celebrations Committee.
November 14th
Feast of St Coronato – celebrated in Nadur, Gozo.
November 14th Alarme - is a military re-enactment that portrays the historic and turbulent tenure of Malta by the French troops, following Napoleon’s landing and conquest of Malta (1798 – 1800). The story recounts the landing of the French troops. The subsequent administration of the Maltese Islands by the new Republican government. The rebellion of the Maltese that led to the blockade of the French troops inside the harbour towns. The surrender of the French troops to the British. The re-enactment lasts 50 minutes. Venue: Fort St Elmo, Valletta. Time: 11.00 hrs.
November 17th
German Film Festival: Whisky with Vodka
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 19.00hrs.
November 17th
German Film Festival: A Year Ago in Winter
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 21.00hrs.
November 17th –21st
Second German Film Festival - Venue: St James Cavalier, Valletta.
November 18th
German Film Festival: Jerichow
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 19.00hrs
November 18th
German Film Festival: Romy - The Film
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 21.00hrs
November 19th
German Film Festival: Storm
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 19.00hrs
November 19th
German Film Festival: Whisky with Festival
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 19.00hrs
November 19th Din l-Art Ħelwa Architectural Awards - Venue: Din l-Art Ħelwa, 133 Republic Street, Valletta. Time: 11.00 hrs.
19th, 20th, 22nd November
Into the Ark and Down the Chimney - A double-bill consisting of “The Little Sweep” and “Noye’s Fludd” presented by Theatre Troupe two operas for all the family. “The Little Sweep” is an opera based on a short story by Charles Dickens, in which children, aided by a very sympathetic nursery maid, free a nine-year-old apprentice chimney sweep from his cruel master and dangerous trade. Musically, “The Little Sweep” finely demonstrates Britten’s skill in writing accessible, non-patronising music for children and amateurs which is pleasant and entertaining for the traditional opera lovers as well as adults. “Noye’s Fludde” (Noah’s Flood) is an early 15th century mystery play from the Chester Mystery Cycle set to music by Benjamin Britten. The story is well-known among children and this production includes a narrator, 2 adult singers, 12 adolescents and a chorus of children playing the parts of animals. Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta. Time: 19.30hrs.
November 20th
St Martin - feast celebrated in Baħrija.
November 20th
The Annual Grand Concert by La Stella Band directed by Prof. Joseph Vella.
Venue: Astra Theatre, Republic Street, Victoria. Time: 19.30 hrs.
November 20th
German Film Festival: Hands off Mississippi
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 16.30hrs
November 20th
German Film Festival: A Year Ago In Winter
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 19.00hrs
November 20th
German Film Festival: Jerichow
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 21.15hrs
November 20th
Premju Gieħ in-Nadur - Presentation of Gieħ in-Nadur on the occasion of Council Day. Venue: Joe Tabone Hall, Nadur.
November 20th – 26th
Christmas Market Stall - Venue: Messina Palace, Valletta. Time: 11.00 hrs - 14.00 hrs & 17.00 hrs - 19.00 hrs.
November 20th & 28th
Cella 86 - a play organised by the Għaqda Drammatika Xewkija.
Venue: Teatru Giovanni, Parochial Centre, Xewkija, Gozo. Time: 20th November - 19.30 hrs., November 28th - 18.00 hrs.
November 20th, 21st
Three Act Comedy – by Atturi Salesjani. Venue: Salesian Theatre, Howard Street, Sliema. For more information kindly visit www.salesiantheatremalta.com. Time: Saturday: 19.30 hrs, Sunday: 18.30 hrs.
November 21st
Immaculate Conception - feast celebrated in Baħrija.
November 21st
Concert - Venue: St. Catherine of Italy, Valletta. Time: 11.00hrs.
November 21st
German Film Festival: Romy – The Film
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 19.00hrs
November 21st
German Film Festival: Storm
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 21.00hrs
November 21st
Three Friaries Three Peculiarities organised by Wirt Għawdex including walk and talk by Godwin Vella. Venues and times to be confirmed later.
For more information visit: www.wirtghawdex.org .
November 24th
Performer’s Platform: Euphonium and Piano - Performance by Carmel Cachia (Euphonium). Venue: Music Room, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
November 25th -31st December
Dualities- exhibition by Austin Camilleri and Dominique De Beir. Organised by the Malta Contemporary Art Foundation. Venue: St James Cavalier.
November 25th
Is-siegħa tal-Kittieba: Simone Inguanez
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
November 25th
Folk Festival to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Astra Folk Group. All Gozitan Folk Groups will be invited together with foreign groups. Venue: St George’s Square, Victoria, Gozo. Time: 19.30 hrs.
November 26th
Folk Festival to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Astra Folk Group. Folk shows in Valletta during the morning and Saint Paul’s Bay during the evening performed by the Astra Folk Group and foreign groups.
November 26th
Works by Clara Schumann – A music appreciation evening led by Michael Spiteri on an initiative of the German-Maltese Circle Classical Music Group.
Venue: Messina Palace, Valletta. Time: 19.00 hrs.
November 26th
University Foundation Day Concert - Featuring the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra. Conductor: Michael Laus, Leader: Marcelline Agius. Programme: Verdi – Nabucco, Overture, Handel- Music for the Royal Fireworks, Mascagni- Cavalleria Rusticana, Intermezzo, Mozart- The Abduction from the Serraglio, Overture, Copland- El Salon Mexico, Tschaikowsky - Nutcraker Suite.
Venue: Mediterranean Conference Centre Time: 19.30hrs
November 26th, 27th
Strummin’Home 9 – All Time Favourites – organised by Żgħażagħ Ħaddiema Nsara. Strummin’Home is a yearly project organised by all members of ŻĦN in order to help a local charity. This year the concert will raise funds for the Equal Partners who among other services, offer help to children with disabilities. The cast will present chart-topping songs from different musical eras, guaranteeing an entertaining show for an audience of all ages. Venue: Sir Temi Zammit Hall, University of Malta, Msida. Time: 20.00 hrs.
November 26th, 27th, 28th
Theatre Performance by Opening Doors Theatre
St. James Cavalier Theatre Production
Venue: Theatre, St. James Cavalier, Valletta
November 27th
Vocal Recital by Soprano Lydia Caruana. Organised by Din l-Art Helwa. Venue Auberge de Castille Time: 19.30 hrs.
November 27th
Jum ix-Xewkija - Musical Concert organised by the Prekursur Band of Xewkija on the occasion of Jum Ix-Xewkija. Venue: The College Hall in Xewkija. Time: 19.00 hrs onwards.
November 28th
Baroque Arias for Soprano and Harpsichord - Performance by Dorothy Baldacchino (Soprano), and Ramona Żammit Formosa (harpsichord)
Venue: St. Catherine of Italy, Valletta.
November 28th
Folk Festival to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Astra Folk Group. End of Folk Festival with folk shows at Saint George’s Square by Astra Folk Group and foreign groups. Time: 19.30 hrs.
December
December 2010 – January 2011
Scrooge - A Christmas Panto - The MADC’s spectacular annual Christmas panto directed by Nanette Brimmer and written by Alan Montanaro who will once again be stepping into the Dame’s oversized shoes. Venue: MFCC Ta’ Qali.
December 1st
Performer’s Platform
Venue: Music Room, St. James Cavalier, Valletta
December 1st – January 3rd
Bethlehem f’Għajnsielem – A large animated crib in Gozo, of 20,000 sqm of fields and buildings, promises to bring the timeless Christmas story to life as never before. The atmosphere will simply be unique. The stretch of land known as Ta’ Passi will slowly change into a large living crib, where horses turn mills, villagers go about their jobs, shepherds inhabit caves, animals roam in enclosed spaces and a poor unknown couple tend their newly-born in a grotto. For more information kindly visit www.visitmalta.com/events.Venue: Għajnsielem Gozo.
December 3rd – January 9th
Rock Dreams
Portraits of Rock Stars by Guy Peelaert.
Venue: Atrium, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
December 3rd, 4th, and 5th
Teatru Unplugged - Since the first edition in 1998 Teatru Unplugged has seen the participation of some of Malta’s best musicians in an evening of modern music with a classical backdrop. Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta. Time: 20.30hrs.
December 3rd, 4th, 5th
Bariona - By Jean Paul Sartre. A Theatre Encore Production
Venue: Theatre, St. James Cavalier, Valletta
December 3rd – 17th
Poverty – an art exhibition organised by Organisation Żminijietna – Voice of the Left. The theme of poverty will be explored in various mediums including paintings, sculptures, ceramics, photography and more.
December 4th
Concert
Venue: St. Catherine of Italy, Valletta.
December 7th
Winter Tastes – organised by the Mġarr Local Council. A celebration of traditional recipes, produced in winter. Open kitchens serving soups, pies, snails, rabbits and desserts all cooked using rural recipes. Venue: Parish Square, Mġarr. Time: 18.00 hrs.
December 4th and 5th
Ċrieket u Manetti – a comedy by Emanuel Francalanza produced by Talent Depiro. Patrons who will be attending this very entertaining comedy will watch a live sitcom, with the participation of many stage characters in an amusing storyline. Venue: Auditorium Sant’Agatha, Rabat, Malta. For bookings kindly contact the organisers on 21 454530/ 21 456340, or from the entrance prior to the performance. For more information visit www.talentdepiro.cjb.net
December 7th
Omaggio al Bel Canto – Tribute to Romantic music, from classical Italian and Neapolitan songs to popular operettas with the traditional operetta ‘Comico’. Leading baritone Gabriele Nani; soprano Tiziana Scaciga Della Silva; opera tenor Andrea Bragiotto; pianist,composer and orchestra conductor Debora Mori and the traditional operetta “cantattore” singing actor, “comico” (comedian) Walter Rubboli . The programme is presented by Fiesole Artistic Productions and the Italian Cultural Institute. Venue: Teatru Manoel, Valletta.
December 8th
Immaculate Conception – feast celebrated in Cospicua, Ibraġġ, S. Francis, Victoria, Gozo and Qala, Gozo.
December 8th
Performer’s Platform
Venue: Music Room, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
December 8th
NTLive – Hamlet
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 20.00hrs
December 9th
Every picture tells a story – a public lecture by Simone Mizzi. Simone Mizzi will illustrate the historical and pictorial anecdotes that inspired the Heritage Saved Watercolor Collection and their Limited Edition prints by Kenneth Zammit Tabona. Venue: Din l-Art Ħelwa, 133, Melita Street, Valletta. Time: 18.00 hrs.
December 9th
Is-siegħa tal-Kittieba: Oliver Friggieri
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
December 9th
An evening of Scandinavian music - Featuring the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, Leader: Marcelline Agius, Conductor: Michael Laus.
December 10th
Christmas Cakes and Cribs Competition – An open competition for the best traditional Christmas cakes and cribs. Venue: San Ġwann. For more information kindly visit www.visitmalta.com/events.
December 10th – 12th
Cultural Traditions @ Qrendi by Night – During this event, historical places in the village will remain open while the village streets will be lit up by candles throughout the night, contributing towards an enchanting Christmas atmosphere. For more information kindly visit www.visitmalta.com/events. Venue: Qrendi.
December 10th –January 23rd
Painting exhibition by Paul Fulton - Venue: Main Hall, St. James Cavalier, Valletta.
December 11th
Met Opera Live in HD : Don Carlo
Venue: St. James Cavalier, Valletta. Time: 18.00hrs
December 12th
St Lucy - feast celebrated in Santa Luċija, Gozo.
December 13th
St Lucy – feast celebrated in Mtarfa.
December 18th
Children’s Christmas Parade – organised by Xgħajra Local Council. Venue: Xgħajra.
13th December
Republic Day - A National Festivities event.
December 19th
Christmas Concert – organised by the Għaqda Mużikali Viżitazzjoni in collaboration with the Għarb Local Council. Venue: Għarb Basilica Time: 19.00 hrs.
December 19th
Christmas Band March – with the participation of the three local bands from Qormi. Venue: Qormi.
December 19th
Alison White 30th Anniversary Show - Presented by Alison White Dance Studio.
Venue: Republic Hall, Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta. Time: 16.00 hrs.
December 22nd
Malta Philharmonic Orchestra Christmas Concert - Leader: Marcelline Agius, Conductor: Michael Laus. Free entrance. Venue: Floriana Parish Church. Time: 19.30hrs.
December 26th
In Guardia Parade – a historical re-enactment organised by the Malta Tourism Authority. Venue: Fort St Elmo Time: 11.00 hrs
December 31st
Open Air New Year’s Eve Celebrations – The New Year’s celebrations at St Anne’s Street in Floriana, one of Malta’s main thoroughfares, is expected to cater for thousands of people who will surely animate this special night. On the main stage one should expect a variety of musical performances together with spectacular dance shows. Throughout the night all those attending will also have the opportunity to link up with other major cities by means of a large screen which will be set up at the venue. For more information kindly visit www.visitmalta.com/events.
Courses
Winter Courses in Art, Crafts and Music for everyone by the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce, Palazzo de La Salle, Valletta between the 4th October and 11th December (10 sessions of two hours each once a week) For more information kindly contact the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce on info@artsmalta.org or on telephone numbers 21244339, 21244400 or visit website on www.artsmalta.org.
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