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Here’s All You Need To Know About Carnival In Gozo

Here's All You Need To Know About Carnival In Gozo
Feb 9 2024 Share

Experience the vibrant extravaganza of Gozo’s five-day regional carnival, where each day promises a unique blend of festivities and cultural delights:

Embrace the family-friendly ambiance as colorful parades flood the main street of Victoria, showcasing flamboyant floats, dancers, and performers. 

From children’s dance companies to adult troupes and grotesque masks, the carnival spirit permeates every corner. Traditional brass bands trade their uniforms for whimsical costumes, adding to the jovial atmosphere. Beyond Victoria, villages host street parties and smaller parades, with traditional dances like the Kukkanja adding to the charm.

Delight in the creativity of dance companies, whose choreographed performances and elaborate costumes transport you to mythical realms or folkloric fantasies. Sequins, feathers, and fringes abound, creating a visual spectacle that captivates the imagination.

 

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Prepare for laughter as hilarious troupes take the stage with comical acts, engaging audiences with exaggerated movements, skits, and playful banter.

Venture to Nadur for a carnival like no other, where satire and parody merge with daring costumes and irreverent spectacles. Amidst social commentary and political satire, revellers immerse themselves in an eclectic atmosphere of freedom and expression.

Indulge in Gozo’s culinary delights, including the iconic Prinjolata—a dome-shaped cake adorned with cream, cherries, nuts, and colorful sprinkles—a sweet farewell to the carnival season.

This year, Gozo extends the festivities to Valentine’s Day, offering musical concerts, artisanal markets, cinema nights, and more. Embrace the love and laughter with your loved ones amidst the enchanting backdrop of Gozo’s carnival celebrations.

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Sneak Peek Behind That Show Stopping Malta Eurovision Move

Sneak Peek Behind That Show Stopping Malta Eurovision Move
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One of the highlights of the Malta Eurovision Contest was THAT dance stunt performed by winner Sarah Bonnici and her dancers as they flipped the singer 360 degrees back onto her feet. 

 

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The video shows Sarah preparing to carry out the stunt, getting in the right mind set and then absolutely going for it. 

The move was followed by Sarah showing how she actually has some dance moves down herself to accompany her singing and performance – making her a perfect candidate to represent Malta during the Eurovision Song Contest in Sweden. 

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Clara Sciberras Stuns Judges With Brillanti Musicals Audition

Clara Sciberras Stuns Judges With Brillanti Musicals Audition
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Closing off the audition episodes for Brillanti Season 3 Musicals was Clara Sciberras who absolutely stunned the panel of professional judges with ‘Breathe’ from ‘In The Heights’.

The 23 year old soon-to-be lawyer poured her heart out on the stage, earning massive praise and a standing ovation from the judges who wondered out loud: ‘Where have you been all this time?’

Judges Marina Maniglio, Marco Stabile and Charles Brunton could not believe what they were hearing and seeing, giving her one of the easiest ‘yes’ passes for the next stage of the competition.

Well done Clara!

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Żurrieq Holds Its Very First Carnival

Żurrieq Holds Its Very First Carnival
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The locality of Żurrieq has held its very first official carnival in the streets and centre of the locality.

With lit up floats taking to the Żurrieq ‘pjazza’, many convened on site, dressed up in costume, to celebrate along with the town. 

 

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The festivities were announced by Minister for National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government Owen Bonnici and Parliamentary Secretary for local Government Alison Zerafa Civelli earlier this week. 

The night saw dance routines and a band playing along with the floats as Malta kicks off a weekend of carnival celebrations all around the islands. 

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