Utopian Nights invites the public to engage with specific contemporary issues to promote a more inclusive society. With artists and local as well as international thinkers, the public will participate in a collective effort to design a utopia, an alternative society for a better future.
The upcoming edition, The Utopian Nights on Commons, will take place on Friday and Saturday at the Chinese Garden of Serenity in Santa Luċija.
This edition will revolve around a series of public debates, during which international and local experts, as well as the public, are invited to discuss the topic of ‘Commons’ and how this relates to Malta.
The three main themes are work, environment and heritage and how boundaries and communities are challenged in the wake of local hot topics such as migration. Round-table discussions will take place from 2pm to 7pm on both days.
On Friday at 7pm, Tunisian dancer duo Chakib Zidi and Mohamed Ali Agrebi (Dali) will enliven the garden with their Meeting Fingers performance. International Turkish artist Menekse Samanci will present her interactive installation entitled Save the Peace on Saturday at 7pm. A closing party will be taking place at the location, in collaboration with Mahalla Festival, on Sunday evening. This party marks the end of Utopian Nights events. Utopian Nights is created by Elise Billiard and organised by Valletta 2018, Elise Billiard, Sarah Farrugia, Janelle Borg and Andrea Pullicino.