What's On October 30

MUSIC
    
OCTOBER 30   
A Little Sunday Night Music: Duo Concertante
Concert at Music Room, St James Cavalier, Valletta at 19:00. Featuring Lino Pirotta – clarinet, Gisele Grima – piano. Programme: Pierne Canzonetta, Saint-Saens Sonata in Eb, Debussy Preludes (selection), Milhaud Duo Concertante, Honegger Sonatina, Poulenc Sonata, Debussy Preludes (selection), Rabaud Solo de Concours.  

NOVEMBER 2
Performers’ Platform: Preludes, Waltzes and more
Performance by Myra Cassar at Music Room, St James Cavalier, Valletta at 12:30.
Programme: Bach Little Prelude in C minor, Fiocco Andante, Clementi - Sonatina no.6, Gedike Miniature in D minor, Schumann Knight Rupert, Durand Premiere Valse, Pirates of the Caribbean Flood Time.

NOVEMBER 3
An encounter with Dmitry Zolotyhin
A chance to meet the Russian film actor at The Russian Centre for Science and Culture, Valletta, 19:00. Followed by the showing of episodes from films featuring  Zolotyhin acting the role of Peter I in Young Russia and The Youth of Peter I. Organised as part of the celebrations of Unity Day in Russia.

NOVEMBER 3
Spotlight Series: A Chamber Concert  
Concert at Sala Isouard, Manoel Theatre, Valletta at 20:00. Featuring Clare Ghigo – mezzo soprano, Lino Pirotta - clarinet, Tricia Dawn Williams, Veronique Vella - piano, Tatjana Chircop - violin and Rebecca Hall - flute. Programme: works by Veronique Vella, Katrina Burton, Alex Vella Gregory and Gyorgi Ligeti.

NOVEMBER 5
160th Anniversary Special Concert by St Philip Band
St Philip Band of Żebbuġ concludes its 160th anniversary celebrations with a special concert, the fourth this year, Arena, under the patronage of the President of the Republic held at MonteKristo, Ħal Farruġ Road, Limits of Siġġiewi. Featuring soprano Joan Mangion, tenor Joe Aquilina, baritone Alfred Camilleri and the Mirabitur choir directed by Simone Attard. More information: www.bandasanfilep.com.mt.

NOVEMBER 5
Gala Concert (Malta International Choir Competition & Festival)
Concert Featuring the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra at Republic Hall, Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta from 19.30. Conductor: Gabor Hollerung. Organised by the Malta Tourism Authority. Bookings: www.mcc.com.mt.

ART

ENDS TODAY
Ritty Tacsum and Her Humanoids
Exhibition of ‘weird’ photographs and installation work at St James Cavalier, Valletta.

NOVEMBER 4 – JANUARY 7
Modern Artistic Sensibilities in Maltese Art
An exhibition of modern and contemporary art works curated by Dr Joseph Paul Cassar (Maryland University College and resident Art Educator for the New York Times) in conjunction with the launch of his latest publication on modern art in Malta. at Heritage Malta Gozo Area Exhibition Hall, St Martin’s Quarter Street, The Citadel, Victoria, Gozo. Opening hours: Monday to Friday: 09:00-16:00; Saturday: 09:00- 12:00.

NOVEMBER 7
Third concert of the MCI Season
Concert featuring The University Junior College Orchestra & Soloists, under the direction of Mro. Manuel Pirotta at Grand Exhibition Hall of the Hotel Le Meridien St Julian’s at 19:00.

THEATRE

TONIGHT AND NOVEMBER 4-6
The Bacchae
MADC production of the Ancient Greek tragedy by Euripides at MITP Theatre, St Christopher’s Street, Valletta.
Directed by Toni Attard. Cast includes Kurt Castillo, Manuel Cauchi, Pia Zammit, Kevin Drake, Philip Leone Ganado, Coryse Borg, Maria Pia Meli, Marta Vella, Laura Best, Veronica Stivala and Nicola Abela Garrett.
Tickets can be booked from www.madc.biz.

TONIGHT
The Great Gatsby
Teatru Manoel and American Drama Group Europe (ADGE) present Tour de Force Theatre in The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald at Manoel Theatre. Starts at 20:00. Directed by Peter Joucla (Importance of Being Earnest, 2010). Featuring an all-American cast. Tickets are at €15, €20, €25. Bookings: [email protected], 21 246389.

NOVEMBER 4-6
Exit the King
Performance by Theatencore of Eugene Ionesco’s classic of the theatre of the absurd at St James Cavalier, Valletta at 20:00. Directed by Tyrone Grima, and includes in the cast Malcolm Galea, in the title role, together with Monica Attard, Stephanie Bugeja, Joe Pace, Nadine Genovese and Mik Pisani. Tickets at €15. Bookings: 21 223200, [email protected]. The play is rated 16.

MAGIC SHOW
November 5, 6
The Magic Variety
A night of magicians, illusionists and entertainers at Manoel Theatre at 19:30 on Saturday November 5 and 16:00 on Sunday November 6. Presented by Manoel Theatre in collaboration with B.L.E.E.P Entertainment.

DESSERT AFTERNOON

TODAY
Homebakes Vol. 31 – My Little Treats
First edition of a new Coach and Horses initiative (Valley Road, Msida) from 18:30. Individuals will be invited to bake cupcakes, sweets and other goodies for all to enjoy. Today, Martha from My Little Treats will supply cupcakes. Entrance is free.  

ARTISAN FAIR

TODAY
Malta Artisan Fair Kalkara
Halloween edition of the Malta Artisans Fair, held at the Kalkara Waterfront between 10:00 to 17:00. Featuring local food and crafts. Fancy dress is encouraged. For more information and a full list of participants search for ‘Malta Artisan Fair’ on Facebook.

RE-ENACTMENT

OCTOBER 30
In Guardia Parade
A historical re-enactment organised by the Malta Tourism Authority at Fort St Elmo from 11:00.