The Dazzle Troupe returns with their unique combination of weirdness and wonder for a brand new show.
Here’s the story: Aliens land on Malta during the Neolithic Age and plant a device to monitor the island’s developing life.
When they return 11,000 years later, their machine has malfunctioned and all their records are scrambled!
The History of Malta Burlesque Show presents an extra terrestrial voyage to the unknown, where no man (or woman, or gifted child) has gone before, as alien life delves deep into the bowels of Malta’s madcap history.
This is the Dazzle Troupe’s sixth show since 2009 and each show has been more dazzling than the last. The show is divided into short sketches performed by different members of the multi-talented, multitasking Dazzle Troupe.
Performers include Alex Vella Gregory, Veronica Stivala, Alex Spiteri Gingell, Joseph Zammit, Teo Reljic, Bettina Borg Cardona, Pete Farrugia, Marie Claire Camilleri, Maria Pia Meli, Marie Claire Pellegrini, Marta Vella, Philip Leone-Ganado, Yannick Massa, Nathan Brimmer, Franco Rizzo and The Brigitte Gauchi Borda dancers choreographed by Lynne Salomone Reynaud.
The show is being held at Space 43, Lascaris Wharf, Valletta tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday starting at 9 p.m. sharp. The show is rated 18+ only. For bookings e-mail: dazzlent@gmail.com or phone on 7991 1200.
This show is supported by the Malta Arts Fund.
Visual Arts
Ends tomorrow
Myths and Gods
An exhibition of sculptures by Chris Ebejer is showing at the Wignacourt Museum in Rabat.
Ends Saturday
Emotional Harmonies
An exhibition of works by Rachele Bianchi is on show at Opus64 Galerie, Tigne Street, Sliema.
www.opus64galerie.com
Till March 28
Freized… Continued
An exhibition of works by Unni Askeland is showing at the Loggia, National Museum of Fine Arts, Valletta. Free entrance. Open Monday to Sunday between 9 a.m. and 4.30 p.m. (last admission 4 p.m.).
Till March 30
Silver Palette Art Competition & Exhibition 2012
A collective exhibition is showing at the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce – Palazzo de La Salle, 219 Republic Street, Valletta.
Till March 31
Interim
A recent collection of paintings by James Vella Clark is show-ing at Capotavola, Triq ix-Xatt, Marsascala.
Till March 31
Plastic Dreams
A collection of playful photographs by Elisa Von Brockdorff are on show at Angelica’s Cafe in Archbishop Street, Valletta.
Till April 8
Adoration of Mary
An exhibition by Zsusanna Ardo which explores the gender dynamics from the female point of view of the female photographer and her female protagonist. A collaborative project between St James Cavalier and HeritageMalta.
Till April 14
VAM: Valletta Art Museum
Valletta is a city bidding to be European Capital of Culture 2018. Sadly, its antique tapestries remain locked up, its modern works of art are left in storage and its contemporary art scene has no real home. After over a year of collaborative research and design, Chris Briffa Architects present a proposal whereby the Valletta covered market, Is-Suq tal-Belt, is rehabilitated into an art museum fit for the city of Valletta: the VAM. An architectural exhibition running till April 14 at Lily Agius Gallery, 54, Cathedral Street, Sliema illustrates their proposal, with visitors having the opportunity to leave their comments which will subsequently be presented to the media and the authorities. The exhibition is supported by The Malta Arts Fund.
www.lilyagiusgallery.com
Till April 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 April 30
A Cross-Section of My Art Life 2
Mary Clare Albanozzo is holding an art exhibition entitled at her studio at 51A, Tigné Street, Sliema. Open every day. For private viewing phone on 2137 1345 /9988 1197 or e-mail clarealbanozzo@gmail.com
Concerts/Music
Tomorrow
MPO Concert Series
Malta Philharmonic Orchestra composer-in-residence Joseph Vella will be conducting the premiere of this concerto for piccolo and orchestra with the participation of Nicola Mazzanti and the Italo-Maltese duo Natasha Chircop and Marco Rivoltini. Showing at the Manoel Theatre at 7.30 p.m.
Performing Arts
Tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday
R+J Forever
Masquerade’s latest offering shows an updated interpretation of the classic tale of Romeo and Juliet in the form of an innovative mash-up musical in a modern-day setting. Featuring a company of 29 upcoming Maltese actors and actresses; written by Malcolm Galea and directed by Wesley Ellul with musical arrangements and vocal coaching by Roger Tirazona and choreography by Colette Caruana. Showing at MITP, St Christopher Street, Valletta. Tickets can be booked online through www.ticketline.com.mt.
Tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday March 30-April 1
Kjaroskur
Dù Theatre is back on the boards after a creative break with this new original piece and first prizewinner of the Francis Ebejer Competition 2011. Written by the group’s Simone Spiteri this new piece boasts a cast of some of Malta’s finest actors including Peter Galea, Stefan Farrugia, Coryse Borg and Simone Spiteri herself under the direction of Chris Gatt. More information about the group can be found on the website www.dutheatre.com. Showing at St James Cavalier, at 8 p.m.
Others
Extended till tomorrow
City Gate: A Diary of Demolition
An experimental documentary by Bettina Hutschek showcasing the demolition of the capital’s City Gate is being screened at 4, Sappers Street, Valletta today from 10 a.m. till 4 p.m. and tomorrow from 10 a.m. till 1 p.m. More information on: www.ap.com.mt
Tomorrow
Valletta Then and Now Heritage Trail
Heritage Malta will be organising a heritage trail of Valletta which will include guided visits to a number of historical sites and museums found within Malta’s capital city. The heritage trail will commence with a guided tour of Ta’ Liesse church, members will then be led through the streets of Valletta, including a visit to the Lower Barrakka. The walking tour will also include a guided visit of the Domus Paulis, the National Museum of Fine Arts where participants will have some free time for a coffee break. Tickets for this event are available from all of Heritage Malta’s sites and museums. For further information contact Heritage Malta on 2395 4242.
Sunday
Cultural Tour
The sixth cultural tour organised by the Malta Council for Culture and the Arts will be a guided walk to the north of the island. The tour will feature visits to the chapel of San Pawl Milqi in Burmarrad and the Roman remains on which it is built. Participants will also have the opportunity to see an apiary and learn how Maltese honey is produced. More information may be obtained from Noel D’Amato by phone on 2123 2515, e-mail: noel.damato@maltaculture.com
Sunday
Ċuqlajti: A lecture by Anna Borg Cardona
A lecture by Anna Borg Cardona on Ċuqlajti (ratchets and clappers of Holy Week) is being held at Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum in Mdina at 11 a.m. Attendance is free of charge.
Feasts
Monday, The Annunciation, 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