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PROGRAMME OF EVENTS FOR
SENIOR CITIZENS
Established by Fondazzjoni Kreattività in the year 2000, Spazju Kreattiv is a It is aimed towards the self-discovery of dormant talents as well as at enriching
programme of creative arts and cultural events primarily taking place in Malta the emotional well-being of each individual while at the same time providing an
and Gozo. Spazju Kreattiv’s cultural programme is based on three pillars: Artistic opportunity to establish and strengthen a friendly relationship with other peers.
Excellence, Community Outreach and Internationalisation. The programme will consist of a series of theatre performances, exhibitions,
music concerts, and discussions. These sessions will be led and presented by
As part of the forthcoming season (September 2021 – August 2022), Spazju
prominent local and international experts in their respective fields. Stakeholders
Kreattiv will present a series of events aimed at senior citizens aged 60 and from the cultural sector and beyond will also be invited to provide their own
over to attend. This project stands in line with one of its primary remits to act expert views.
as a catalyst for all creative forms and provide quality entertainment to local
Fondazzjoni Kreattività is seeking partners that share a similar ethos to support
communities. this venture. These collaborators will be publicly recognised and associated with
This programme is aimed at focusing upon the inclusion of edlerly communities the proposed programme through the media and the distribution of promotional
and providing them with a platform to engage actively in cultural activities, express materials (news articles, TV and radio interviews, and social media campaigns).
their creativity, engage in dialogues with stakeholders from the cultural sector and
beyond. This all boils down towards improving their well-being and their quality (*All activities organised will be held in accordance with the regulations issued
of life. The programme is intended to present a variety of art forms to participants by the relevant Government authorities, in order to minimise to the utmost any
to choose from whilst reaping as much benefit from the experience as possible. possible exposure to COVID-19 virus):
Rediffusion Jippreżenta...
Friday 12th November - Sunday 14th November 2021
The rediffusion was a way through which stories were transmitted long ago. From radio-dramas to
news transmissions, the rediffusion studio acted as an audio-only stage for actors and sometimes,
unexpected happenings would take place. A theatrical experience written by Trevor Zahra,
Rediffusion explores the historic aspect in the broadcasting history of radio plays. This work is
linked to the publication Remembering Rediffusion in Malta written by Dr Toni Sant.
Form of the event: Theatre performance
Collaborators: Trevor Zahra (Playwright) and Joseph Galea (Director)
Taralalla
Saturday 30th October - Sunday 7th November 2021
A play written by Lara Calleja, winner of the European Literature Prize 2021, this work looks into
some of the hottest topics concerning the Maltese public at the moment. From construction, our
hectic lifestyles and immigration, Taralalla uses Maltese traditions, death and nostalgia intertwined
with the emotions of hope, anger and humanity to explore Malta’s socio-political landscape.
Form of the event: Theatre performance
Collaborators: Lara Calleja (Playwright) and Lee-N Abela (Director)
www.kreattivita.org
Spaces in Suspension
Friday 29th October - Sunday 12th December 2021
Joe Smith and Therese Debono, both documentary photographers based in Malta, took up the
role of contemporary archaeologists in this project which aims to document and preserve one of
the most iconic hotels in Malta in the 70s. The Grand Hotel Verdala stands as an architectural ruin
and serves as an allegory of Malta’s transition towards progress.
Form of the event: Exhibition and artist’s tours
Collaborators: Therese Debono and Joseph Smith (Artists) and Prof. Vince Briffa (Curator)
Oliver Friggieri Exhibition
Thursday 4th November - Sunday 5th December 2021
To commemorate a year since the passing of one of Malta’s most beloved literary masters, Spazju
Kreattiv will be curating an exhibition about Prof. Oliver Friggieri. This commemorative project will
depict notable episodes from his life through his popular writings, and never-seen-before drawings
which give an insight into his thought process and personal upbringing.
Form of the event: Exhibition
www.kreattivita.org
Carnival
Friday 25th February - Tuesday 1st March 2022
Spazju Kreattiv, together with Festivals Malta, will be organising a number of activities for the Carnival
weekend and beyond. The programme will include an exhibition showcasing the carnival costumes,
float sculptures and sketches and other behind the scenes footage of the preparations of the most
colourful time of the year!
The programme will also include intergenerational activities, such as hands-on workshops, and Qarċilla
(a poetic/theatrical form associated with Carnival in Malta) performances at Spazju Kreattiv’s theatre.
Form of the event: Exhibition, theatre performances and workshops
Collaborators: Festivals Malta
Skald
Friday, 28th and Saturday, 29th January 2022
Following their recent success, local band ‘Skald’ will be returning with an acoustic concert at the
Spazju Kreattiv theatre, with a setlist of repertoire music as well as brand new material.
Form of the event: Music
www.kreattivita.org
VARI
Friday, 8th April 2022 – Saturday, 16th April 2022
A theatre production based on the childhood fears often experienced during Holy Week in Malta. This is
a stage adaptation of the short story Vari written by Trevor Zahra which forms part of a larger collection
entitled “Lubien” published in 1995. This short story is also included in “Xemgħat”, a text being studied
by students of Maltese at Advanced Level.
Form of the event: Theatre performance
Collaborators: Trevor Zahra (Playwright), Joseph Galea and Carlos Farrugia (Directors)
Her Say
Tuesday 8th March - Sunday 13th March 2022
The events for International Women’s Day will source ideas and women’s stories in today’s contemporary
world. This initiative is aimed to create awareness and visibility, educate and engage. The events
will encompass theatre in the form of monologues, performances and debates aimed at a better
understanding of women’s themes, such as the ageing woman and her contribution to society, women in
literature/history and other themes relevant to the community.
Form of the event: Theatre performances and discussions
Collaborators: Lara Calleja, Chiara Hyzler and Simone Spiteri (Playwrights) and Charlotte Grech (Director)
www.kreattivita.org
Il-Klus ta’ Clews
Friday 24th - Sunday 26th June 2022
A special variety show celebrating the works of one of Malta’s most renowned comics, Charles Clews. This
performance features popular Maltese entertainers interpreting the works of Clews from the 20th century.
With a script written by Toni Sant and Trevor Zahra based on the writings of Charles Clews and his popular
song, such as “Rozamarie”, “L-Emigrant” , “In-Nannu Tieghi Stess” and “Radju Muskettieri”, this performance
is a nostalgia trip into the heart of Maltese comedy.
Form of the event: Performances
Collaborators: Trevor Zahra (Playwright), Joseph Galea (Director) and Toni Sant (Research)
Palettes
Wednesday 13th April - Sunday 29th May 2022
This project is about the preparation and consumption of food in multicultural or expat families/communities in
Malta, or those with some international background or preferences. Katarina Radovic is exploring contemporary
Maltese identity through the repertoire of typical dishes eaten in multicultural families/communities in the
Maltese islands. In doing so, she engages in discussions with family/community members, taking photographs of
them as well as of the associated dish(es) and/or particular groceries, spices, etc. During the process, she is also
gathering short stories towards a text piece or an audio installation, which will accompany the photographs.
Form of the event: Heritage cooking workshops and intergenerational activities
Collaborators: Katarina Radovic (Artist)
www.kreattivita.org
Arthouse Films Ongoing
The Spazju Kreattiv cinema programme features a curated selection of arthouse films and documentaries.
The cinema programme, developed in collaboration with embassies and cultural institutions, focuses on
bringing European films and documentaries together with the latest critically-acclaimed arthouse films
from around the world. In 2021 | 2022 one can expect films d’auteur, thought-provoking documentaries
and special events for our cinema members.
Form of the event: Film
Exhibition on Screen
Working with top international museums and galleries, the Exhibition On Screen series offer a
cinematic immersion into the world’s best loved art, accompanied by insights from the world’s
leading historians and art critics. Screenings this season include: Sunflowers, Raphael Revealed, The
Danish Collector: Delacroix To Gauguin, Frida Kahlo Encore, Easter In Art and Pissarro: Father Of
Impressionism.
Form of the event: Film
www.kreattivita.org
National Theatre Live Ongoing
Experience the best of British Theatre with National Theatre Live performances on the Spazju Kreattiv
screen. With state-of-the-art filming techniques, tailored to every play, the National Theatre brings you
each performance as it happens, in all its glory. From close-ups that capture every flicker of emotion,
to sweeping wide shots of the stage. Each broadcast is filmed in front of a live theatre audience. The
position of cameras in the theatre is tailored to each play, to ensure that audiences watching in the
cinema always get the best seat in the house.
Form of the event: Cinema
Bolshoi 2021 - 2022 Ongoing
The Bolshoi Ballet is back live from Moscow in cinemas! The legendary Russian company offers dance
lovers the opportunity to experience five of their most iconic showson the big screen. In November,
Spartacus, a sensational ballet composed by Aram Khachaturian, opens this season with alive broadcast
from the Bolshoi Theatre's historic stage. In December, Tchaikovsky's holiday classic The Nutcracker
will bring out a festive atmosphere in movie theatres. George Balanchine’s sparkling Jewels opens
the new year with a live broadcast, followed by the captivating Swan Lake in early March to ravish
cinema audiences. Finally, The Pharaoh's Daughter, a monumental show live from Moscow, will bring the
programme to beautiful close in Pierre Lacotte's production.
Form of the event: Cinema
www.kreattivita.org
Music Series Ongoing
Throughout the season, a series of concerts will be presented in collaboration with the Malta Philharmonic
Orchestra and KorMalta. The programme of the music events will consist of classical music, contemporary
adaptations, and other concerts throughout the year.
Form of the event: Music
Met Opera: Live in HD 2021 - 2022 Ongoing
Met Live in HD transmissions are seen in more than 2,200 screens in 70 countires. Spazju Kreattiv
Cinema is the only cinema in Maltawhere you can enjoy MET Live in HD. The 2021–22 season opens on
October 9, 2021, with Boris Godunov and continues with Fire Shut Up in My Bones (October 23, 2021),
Eurydice (December 4, 2021), Cinderella (January 1, 2022), Rigoletto (January 29, 2022), Ariadne auf
Naxos (March 12, 2022), Don Carlos (March 26, 2022), Turandot (May 7, 2022), Lucia di Lammermoor
(May 21, 2022), and Hamlet (June 4, 2022).
Form of the event: Cinema
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