Burlesque goes Arabesque!

The Dazzle Troupe is back with another edition of the popular burlesque show.

This time, the merry band of dancers, musicians and actors transports us back in time to the exotic Orient.

The plot follows the bawdy adventure of a hapless prince who, forced into an arranged marriage, flees from his stately home in pursuit of true love. On his journey he encounters some rather irate genies, talking camels, fluffy unicorns and much more as he struggles to complete his quest.

Often a showcase of both established and up-and-coming talent, Dazzle Troupe’s burlesque shows – taking place in various venues around Malta since 2008 – offer an alternative night out for culture lovers who like their humour rude, bawdy and, most important of all, entirely original.

• Arabesque Burlesque is being held at Marsamxett Regatta Club (Żmerċ City) tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday at 9 p.m. Tickets may be obtained online at www.creativeisland.com.mt

Visual Arts

Till tomorrow
Diamond Jubilee Exhibition
A unique collection of photographs featuring images of Queen Elizabeth’s remarkable 60-year reign, including her many visits to Malta, as well as rare images from her childhood are on display at the British High Commission, Whitehall Mansions, Ta’ Xbiex. There will be a special late opening today from 2 to 7 p.m.

Till July 21
Selina Scerri works
The latest collection of works by Maltese artist Selina Scerri, created over the last year in Madrid, Rome and Malta is being presented at at Lily Agius Gallery, Sliema. Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m.; Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or by appointment.

www.lilyagiusgallery.com

Till July 21
Wonderland of Art
The Għaqda Filatropika Talent Mosti is presenting a joint venture between Fabrizio Fenech and Shaun Grech at the Razzett tal-Mark Mallia Tabone, Mosta. Opening hours: Mondays to Saturdays from 6 to 9 p.m.; Sundays from 9 a.m. to noon and from 6 to 9 p.m.

Till July 22
Wiċċ Imb’Wiċċ – Images of the Self
An exhibition presenting self-representations by 10 local and international artists, raising general questions of identity within social, historical and gender-related contexts. All artworks are bing shown for the first time in Malta, with most artists creating entirely new works especially for the exhibition. Opening hours: from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

www.maltaartsfestival.org

Till July 29
Metal Magic: Spanish Treasures From the Khalili Collections
A selection of works from the Khalili Collections is showing at the Grand Salon of the National Museum of Archaeology.

Till July 31
Sò come sono, e come sarò
An art exhibition by Luciano Schifano organised by the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce as part of the celebrations to commemorate the 160th anniversary of the society is being displayed at Palazzo de La Salle, 219, Republic Street, Valletta. Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Entrance is free.

Watercolours by Joe Pace Ross
A permanent watercolour exhibition of local landscapes by Joe Pace Ross is open daily from 5 to 6.30 p.m. at 5, Amery Street, Sliema. The paintings feature the vivid colours of the local luzzu and views of the narrow streets of Mdina and the Three Villages. The artist is also presenting a new selection of Maltese views where white and turquoise hues dominate his palette.

www.joepaceross.com

Thunders and Lightening
Surprising views of St Julians, Ta’ Xbiex, Madliena and Sliema are among the eight photographs taken by Rene Rossignaud and printed on wooden canvas, currently being exhibited at KuDéTa Lounge & Bar, Le Méridien,St Julians.

Till August 19
In the Wake of Caravaggio
An exhibition of oil paintings by Hungarian artist Tamás Cserna is showing at the Inquisitor’s Palace, Vittoriosa. Other works by the artist can be viewed at the Opus 64 Galerie, Tigné Street, Sliema.

Malta Arts Festival

Today, tomorrow and Saturday
Old Salt: (A) Portrait of Seamen
The Rubberbodies Collective’s latest creation is a devised outdoor visual-theatre performance bringing together artists from Mediterranean lands, merging cultures and heritage, recounting, in the process the island’s tales of the sea. The performances, being held at the Grand Harbour Marina, Vittoriosa, start at 9 p.m.

Sunday
Wayne Marshall Organ Recital
This world-renowned virtuoso organist performs on the organ of the church of St Augustine in Valletta. The recital inaugurates the recent refurbishment of the pipe organ built in 1952 by the Mascioni firm of Varese, Italy. It starts at 9 p.m.

Monday
Few Trio
Two Mediterranean musicians, a guitarist and a double-bassist, both specialists of fusion in world music, meet an Indian tabla player. The three artists have three different stories to tell and maybe form a new universal musical language. The performance is being held at the Argotti Gardens, Floriana, at 9 p.m.

Tuesday
Kronos Quartet
One of the most celebrated string quartets of all time, the California-based Kronos Quartet embodies a spirit of fearless musical exploration. The quartet’s sophomore performance promises to be an aural spectacular. The recital is being held at the Argotti Gardens, Floriana, and starts at 9 p.m.

Wednesday
Porgy and Bess
Wayne Marshall conducts the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra in a concert version of Gershwin’s all-time favourite Porgy and Bess. The concert is being held at the Mediterranean Conference Centre at 9 p.m.

Feasts

Sunday
St Sebastian, Qormi; Our Lady of Holy Doctrine, Tarxien; St George, Victoria

Monday
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Valletta, Victoria

Useful contacts

St James Cavalier
Tel: 2122 3200
E-mail: info@sjcav.org
www.sjcav.org

Manoel Theatre
Tel: 2124 6389
bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt
www.manoeltheatre.com.mt

To submit a cultural event e-mail: arts@timesofmalta.com