New signs put up outside the St James Cavalier studios were met with incredulity by many who believe we are taking the Maltese language a step too far.

The words 'Studjow A' are emblazoned above 'Studio A' at the Valletta arts centre, which was recently rebranded as Spazju Kreattiv. All other signs inside the building have also been translated into Maltese. Its website is now also providing all performance information in Maltese.

The trend of spelling English words phonetically in written Maltese has been criticised by many who believe it is corrupting both languages.

Critics have also pointed out that the historic Spazju Kreattiv building in the newly-revamped Castille Square does not provide a notice board of the productions and events being staged.

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