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diary
of events
Sunday 1
April
In Guardia!
Fort St. Elmo, Valletta
Re-enactment of a historical military parade. Adults Lm1.50 and
children aged 4-16 pay only 50c. Organised by Malta Tourism Authority,
tel. 233017.
Sunday 1 April
Dance show – 7pm
Salesians Theatre, Sliema
'Dance Makers' is the latest production by The College of Jazz Dance.
The choreography is by students in the Advanced Classes. Tickets
can be bought at the door or reservations made on 0942 6400. All
tickets at Lm2.50.
2 – 8 April
Science Fair
Discovery Centre in Bay Street
The National Student Travel Foundation is organising the NSTF Science
Fair. Activities taking place include: Musical Squares – Adventures
in Sound, Student Projects, Thematic Lectures, Lecture entitled
‘Organic farming is wonderful – but why organic?', an
interactive lecture on the Imax Theatre and Chemistry in Action.
For further information tel. 244983 or e-mail nstf@nstf.org
3 – 5 April
Art exhibition
Cospicua
Art departments and art students of seven schools in the south of
Malta are taking part in this exhibition, at Secondary School E
Serracino Inglott in Cospicua. The established artist Joseph L Mallia
is acting as the schools' artist in residence. For further information
visit the website: http://artlinks2001.cjb.net
Wednesday 4 April
Screenings
Alliance Française de Malte
Documentary: Saint-Martin at 6.15pm
Film: La Guerre des Boutons at 7pm
Films are in French with English sub-titles. Entrance is free. For
further information tel. 220701.
Wednesday 4 April
Talk – 6.30pm
St Patrick's Salesian School
A member of the MUSEUM society will deliver a talk in preparation
for the Beautification of Dun Gorg Preca by Pope John II. After
the talk a mass will be said by Fr Savio Vella SDB rector of St
Patrick's.
4 & 5 April
Concert – "All the Jazz"
St James' Centre for Creativity
The third concert in the series will be given by the Jay Rodriguez
Trio. The trio features Jay Rodriguez on the sax, flute, Reggie
Washington a.bass, e.bass, and Sylvia Cuenca drums. For more information
tel. 223216.
5-13 April
Exhibition
Zurrieq
This exhibition of two separate sets of miniature statuettes is
in aid of id-Dar tal-Providenza. One set comprises 22 statues with
129 figures and the other is 22 statues and 83 figures. They are
being exhibited at "Redeemer", Plot 32, Mgr. Pietru Paul
Pullicino Street, Zurrieq. Proceeds from the sale of books and donations
are going to id-Dar Tal-Providenza. Opening hours are everyday from
9.30am to 12.30pm and 4pm to 10pm. On Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday
and Good Friday it will be open all day.
Thursday 5 April
Film – 6pm
Italian Cultural Institute
"Il Sole Anche di Notte" (the sun shines at night too)
by Paolo and Vittorio Taviani with J Sands, C Gainsbourg, M Bonetti
and N Kinski. Set in 1750 the story tells of King Carlo III of Borbone
who is about to nominate his field helper. To facilitate his helper's
position the King decides to concede his lover as wife. Sergio,
the helper is offended and decides to live as a hermit, but the
story takes a twist. Entrance is free. For further information tel.
221462
6 – 8 April
Play "Private Lives" – 7.30pm
MADC Clubrooms, Sta Venera
This classic comedy by Noel Coward is being staged by MADC. Bookings
can be made at Cassar and Cooper in Valletta and Exotique in Sliema
between 10am – 12pm and 5pm – 7pm. For further information
tel. 224011 or fax 447213.
6 – 11 April
Musical – "Godspell"
Manoel Theatre
This pop musical staged by ActReact is based on the Gospel of St
Matthew. The music and lyrics are by Stephen Schwartz; the book
is by John Michael Tebelak. For further information tel. 246389,
fax 237340, email bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt
6 – 20 April
Exhibition – Sacred Art
Bir Mula Heritage Centre
IA and A present a collective exhibition devoted to sacred art.
This exhibition is being held at the Bir Mula heritage centre at
St Margerita Street in Cospicua. For further information tel. 240144,
fax 238226.
Saturday 7 April
Classical recital – 7.30pm
Casino Maltese
Soprano Lydia Camana will be performing at the Ballroom Suite of
the Casino Maltese, Valletta, accompanied by Italian pianist Marco
Rivoltini, under the patronage of Scottish
personality Richard Comyns, the Lord of Ludston.
The recital will include works by Schubert, Bellini, Rossini, Fauré,
Donizetti, Mozart and Puccini. The evening will be hosted by UK
personality and Debrettes- listed Miles Wilson. A reception, courtesy
of Island Caterers Ltd, will follow. Tickets are now on sale from
the following outlets: The Manoel Theatre Book Shop, Valletta, D'Amato
Record Shops, Valletta and Sliema, Richard Buhagiar
Boutique, Valletta, Casino Maltese, Valletta. M & E Management
Group office by phoning on 80299718.
Sunday 8 April
Middle-Distance Triathlon – 8am
Golden Bay
Swim: 2.5km – Sea Temp 16; Bike: 80km – 8 laps –
undulating; Run: 20km – 2 laps – undulating; Fee: Lm15.
Organised by Malta Triathlon Association. For further information
tel. Mr E Azzopardi 433657 or email emm@mail.global.net.mt.
Sunday 8 April
In Guardia!
Fort St. Elmo, Valletta
Re-enactment of a historical military parade. Adults Lm1.50 and
children aged 4–16 pay only 50c. Organised by Malta Tourism
Authority. For further information tel. 233017 or fax 246303.
Until 8 April
Art Exhibition
St James Cavalier Centre
The St. Edward's College Parent-Teacher Association is holding an
Art Exhibition at the Atrium, St. James Cavalier Valletta.
14 & 15 April
Musical – "Godspell"
Manoel Theatre
This pop musical staged by ActReact is based on the Gospel of St
Matthew. Stephen Schwartz wrote the music and lyrics and John Michael
Tebelak wrote the book. For further information tel. 246389, fax
237340, email bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt
16 to 22 April
Festival
Valletta
The festival includes a series of concerts, band marches, street
walk-abouts in period costume, re-enactments, corner performances
by folk groups and musicians, and a myriad activities to enjoy!
Organised by Malta Tourism Authority. For further information tel.
233017 or fax 246303.
16 & 18 April
Orchestral concert – 7.30pm
San Gwann Primary School
San Gwann Light Orchestra will be performing free of charge. For
further information tel. Mr. Charles Wood on 317671.
16 – 23 April
Annual Music Marathon
BJ's, Paceville
Annual music marathon in support of the Millennium Chapel, Paceville.
Tuesday 17 April
Recital
Manoel Theatre
A recital by Carmine Lauri on violin and Simon Hester on the piano.
For further information tel. 246389, fax 237340, email bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt
19 to 26 April
7th Malta Bridge Festival & European Seniors Congress
Corinthia San Gorg
In conjunction with the European Bridge League. Organised by Bridge
Malta. For further information tel. Mario Dix 323638, fax 380555
or email mario@bridge.org.mt.
Thrusday 19 April
Conference – 6pm
Italian Cultural Institute
Conference of Prof. Carlo Barbieri, President of "Umberto Notabile"
International Committee. The conference is entitled "A high
risk enterprise and a tragedy: flight of the "Italia"
balloon to the North Pole". For further information tel. 221462.
Till 20 April
Exhibition
Manoel Theatre
In the Isouard Hall in collaboration with the Manoel Theatre. The
exhibition Sorgete! Ombre Serene With the intervention of Prof.
Pierluigi Petrobelli, Director of the Istituto Nazionale di Studi
Verdiani di Parma. Opening hours from Monday to Friday, 10am –
12pm and 2pm to 4.30pm. Tel. 246389.
20 & 21 April
Song Festival
University Theatre
The 26th song festival 'l-Ghanja tal-Poplu'. For further information
tel. 233893 / 683761.
21 & 22 April
Play
Manoel Theatre
Ghandek jew M'ghandekx the evergreen pochade by M.A. Borg (Maleth).
For further information tel. 246389, fax 237340 or email bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt
Wednesday 25 April
Screenings
Alliance Française de Malte
Documentary: Cevennes et Gard at 6.15pm
Film: Jeux interdits at 7pm
Films are in French with English sub-titles. Entrance is free. For
further information tel. 220701.
Thursday 26 April
6pm
"A story of fragments" by Corrado Premuda, presenting
the book by Prof. Joseph Eynaud
27 – 29 April
Comedy – Deja Revue
Manoel Theatre
A series of 24 comical and satirical sketches and songs by Masquerade.
A strong cast directed by anthony bezzina. For further information
tel. 242526 or email bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt
28 to 29 April
Veteran athletics championships
7th European Veteran Athletic Non-Stadia Championships hosted by
Malta for 2001. Organised by Malta Amateur Athletics Association.
For further information tel. Anthony Chircop on 487704, fax 487704
or email maaa@global.net.mt.
Sunday 29 April
Alarme!
Fort St.Elmo, Valletta
Battle scene re-enactment set in the 1800's. French and Maltese
troops clash. Organised by Historical Re-enactment Group of Malta.
For further information tel. Mr. Martin Degiorgio on 247523 or fax
223857.
If
you would like to be included in our diary of events, fax us on
385075 or email bianca@maltamag.com
On going events
Popeye Village – Anchor Bay.
A multitude of activities for all the family: Boat Trip around Anchor
Bay (weather permitting), audio-visual show at the cinema.
The animation team keeps visitors involved in the four different
shows being held. Team Adventures such as trekking, mountain biking,
abseiling, jeep safaris, treasure hunts, beach games, water sports
and carting. Souvenir shop, Popeye's restaurant, children's world
fun park.
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