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The Malta International Arts Festival is BACK with a jam-packed schedule!

The Malta International Arts Festival is BACK with a jam-packed schedule!
May 26 2022 Share

From the moment Festivals Malta introduced Malta’s summer schedule, we knew we were in for a jam-packed season of events and entertainment and the Malta International Arts Festival (MIAF) is definitely one to keep an eye on.

The MIAF has become synonymous with the Maltese summer schedule and is a definite must-visit for lovers of performing arts such as music, dance, theatre and visual arts. It will host a total of 12 different performances over a period of two weeks between 18th June and 3rd July 2022, welcoming international acts such as Les Nuits Barbares Ou Les Matins Du Monde, Carolina Eyck and internationally acclaimed flutist Massimo Mercelli.

The festival will also host four incredible workshops; Open Workshops by Linda Kapetanea & Josef Frucek, Moving the Skin by ASUN, Contemporary Dance by Guillaume Gabriel and Hip Hop Practice by Houssni Mijem. The workshops offer an in-depth exploration into the mind & body and anyone wishing to attend should register at their earliest convenience on the official festival website.

Beyond workshops, the Malta International Arts Festival offers an excellent, multi-disciplinary programme of performances as found below:

Les Nuits Barbares Ou Les Matins Du Monde

Les Nuits Barbares Ou Les Matins Du Monde tells a tale of different Mediterranean cultures which unite on stage with an awe-inspiring performance which is sure to take your breath away. The stage performers are all immigrants themselves and elegantly fuse their cultures into their chilling contemporary choreography and acrobatic stunts.

Carolina Eyck

For audiophiles and music lovers, Carolina Eyck will be delivering a captivating performance blending the sound of her own voices with the otherworldly frequencies of the theremin. For those of you who are unfamiliar, the theremin is an electronic music instrument which utilises the manipulation of electronic fields through two antennae to create the ethereal sounds it is well known for. Pair that with the Carolina Eyck’s vocal performance and you are in for an unforgettable show.

Rito

Rito, on the other hand, is a visual arts performance which communicates the delicate relationship between humanity and nature without uttering a single word. The complex, symbolic performance performance utilises sculpture, light, sound and choreography to deliver sensory and cognitive story which is sure to leave you at the edge of your seat.

Beethoven Forever

A family-friendly performance which gives new meaning to classical music, Beethoven Forever welcomes local performer Chris Dingli on stage to guide the audience through Beethoven’s six symphonies. Coupling one-of-a-kind animations with a stellar orchestral performance from the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, this show is definitely one to watch for seasoned classical music aficionados and young, future enthusiasts alike!

Stones and Bones

Effectively blending theatre with dance, Stones and Bones shines a light on the actual conditions of creation through the extraordinary choreographed efforts of 4 female performers. At the centre of the performance are large marble sculptures that give off a unique sound which pairs perfectly with the performance’s musical accompaniment.

M.A.D. Music and Dance

The third edition of M.A.D. Music and Dance within the framework of the Malta International Arts Festival will welcome dance artists Dmytro Gyrnov and Sarah Vella for a masterclass in interdisciplinary performance. The contemporary choreographies will accompanied by a myriad of live music which will captivate your senses unlike anything you have ever seen before!

Other shows and performances include Sunrise Mass, a two-part show featuring Belgian String Quartet Boho 4 with Zfin Malta and a magnificent rendition of Ola Gjeilo’s ‘Sunrise Mass’ performed by KorMalta, Chaotic Harmony featuring international flutist Massimo Mercelli, Harbour Odyssey which is a theatrical narrative held on the front deck of a beautiful 38-metre long vessel and Leġġendi which tells the tale of local legends and myths at Baċir No.1 in Bormla, amongst many others.

The full programme can be viewed on the Festivals Malta website so if you haven’t already, mark your calendars, book your tickets and get ready for an arts festival unlike any other!

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No Monkeypox in Malta & COVID under control, says Chris Fearne

No Monkeypox in Malta & COVID under control, says Chris Fearne
May 26 2022 Share

In a press conference addressed by Health Minister Chris Fearne, it was revealed that the COVID-19 situation in Malta remains under control and there are zero cases of Monkeypox in the country.

Even if there had to be a Monkeypox case in Malta, Fearne stated that it should not be a cause for alarm.

Addressing the COVID-19 situation, Fearne highlighted that the situation is under control and immunity appears to be very good, with Malta’s health authorities reporting 90 new cases of COVID-19 with 1,556 active cases. Meanwhile, 30,000 people over 65 have received their second booster dose, with the health minister urging for all to accept their vaccination invitation.

With regards to Monkeypox, Fearne shut down any rumours that there may be cases of Monkeypox in Malta, shunning the action of ‘one or two’ people who may have caused public alarm.

Fearne highlighted that ‘Monkeypox is not Covid’ and even so, health authorities are prepared for whatever may happen in the future.

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Almost 6,500 people over 70 years old were still working in 2021

Almost 6,500 people over 70 years old were still working in 2021
May 26 2022 Share

A total of 6,493 persons over the age of 70 were still working in 2021, according to statistics held by jobs plus.

In response to a parliamentary question made by Nationalist Party MP Jerome Caruana Cilia, Minister for Finance Clyde Caruana revealed the exact number and presented the relevant information. Caruana broke down information regarding individuals over 60 and 70 years old who remained working in the past five years.

In 2021, it was registered that 25,346 people aged 60 and over worked in Malta over the past five years. This marks an increase of 1,764 people from 2020.

Workers aged 70 and over increased by a total of 587 between 2020 and 2021.

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Malta Band Clubs Association welcomes €500,000 government scheme to help Maltese feasts

Malta Band Clubs Association welcomes €500,000 government scheme to help Maltese feasts
May 26 2022 Share

The Malta Band Clubs Association has welcomed the €500,000 government scheme for organisations aimed at supporting local band clubs and related voluntary organisations in the organisation of the Maltese Festa during 2022.

Noel Camilleri, the President of the Malta Band Clubs Association, has stated that “the government’s assistance will serve as a breath of fresh air and offers a shoulder to the clubs which organise feasts for their patron saints in the cities & villages of Malta and Gozo.”

Camilleri stated that the association had also proposed such an aspect and thus, the fund is welcomed by everyone involved in band clubs and their organisations. Such organisations must be voluntary and compliant with Maltese law to benefit from such funds.

Organisations may benefit from a maximum of €2,000 each, which funds may go towards the organisation’s logistical expenses such as the renting of feast-related equipment, safety measures, printing and security.

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