The fourth edition of the concert A Night at the Palace was held on Thursday evening at the historic Girgenti Palace, featuring a performance by the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra.

The event aimed to raise funds for the ‘Strong Minds’ programme by Special Olympics Malta.

‘Strong Minds’ focuses on helping athletes develop essential life skills and build resilience to face everyday challenges.

With the donations collected during the concert, the programme will continue to expand its services, including early mental health screenings and professional referrals for athletes in need of further support.

Prime Minister Robert Abela, accompanied by Dr Lydia Abela and their daughter Giorgia Mae, attended the event and met with families present.

They expressed gratitude for the public’s generosity, emphasising the importance of supporting initiatives that promote athletes’ wellbeing.

Under the direction of Maestro Aurelio Belli, the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra delivered a powerful musical experience alongside vocalists Amber, Richard Edwards, and Gloriana Arpa Belli.

The evening’s programme included iconic pieces from beloved films and musicals, creating a memorable night of music for a worthy cause.

The concert successfully combined cultural celebration with a strong message of community support and mental health awareness.

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Children from across Malta are using their artistic talents to raise awareness about environmental and social issues in the ‘Young Artists Big Impact’ Children’s Art Expo, currently on display at Spazju Kreattiv.

Organised by the Sustainable Development Directorate within the Ministry for the Environment, Energy and Public Cleanliness, the exhibition gives children a platform to share their ideas for a greener future.

Students in Years 4 to 6 from 14 schools submitted a total of 247 works, covering a range of artistic forms including painting, sculpture, literature, song, and video.

Each piece reflects the students’ understanding of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a strong focus on sustainability and social wellbeing.

The exhibition was coordinated through the Ministry for Education, Sport, Youth, Research, and Innovation.

Environment Minister Miriam Dalli praised the children’s creativity during a visit, calling their work a “powerful call for action.”

Francine Pace Caruana, Director for Sustainable Development, added that children are not just part of the sustainability conversation, they are active contributors.

The exhibition runs from 3rd to 6th July at Spazju Kreattiv.

Weekday hours are 09:00–21:00, and 10:00–21:00 on weekends. All are encouraged to visit and support Malta’s youngest voices for the planet.

Photo Credit: DOI Alan Saliba

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A total of 36 Maltese film producers will benefit from €2 million in funding through the Screen Support Scheme, the Arts Council Malta announced this week.

The scheme is aimed at strengthening key areas within the local film sector, supporting projects at various stages of development, from scriptwriting to production, with a focus on creativity, quality, and cultural value.

Now in its second year, the scheme marks a doubling of last year’s €1 million investment, which was the first time Maltese film producers received such targeted support.

Minister for Culture, Owen Bonnici, said the increased funding demonstrates the government’s commitment to building a sustainable and recognised local film industry.

“This is not a one-time measure, but part of a long-term plan to strengthen the entire audiovisual ecosystem,” he said.

Arts Council Malta Executive Chairman Luke Dalli noted the strong interest in the scheme, reflecting growing talent and enthusiasm in the sector.

He explained that beyond financial aid, the programme also provides mentoring, professional development, and collaboration tools.

The Council has also launched a sixth funding strand focused on the promotion of recently completed audiovisual works, open until 18 November 2025 or until the fund is fully allocated.

Photo Credits: DOI Clifton Fenech

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