HOVER-STILL

Exhibition By 7 Maltese And International Artists In Valletta

LILY AGIUS GALLERY PRESENTS A COLLECTIVE EXHIBITION OF OIL PAINTINGS, DRAWINGS, PHOTOGRAPHY, AND SCULPTURE THIS JULY, TITLED "HOVER-STILL" AT THE MALTA SOCIETY OF ARTS. INSPIRED BY THE POEM "GO FISHING" BY TED HUGHES, THE ARTISTS OFFER AN INTERPRETATION IN THEIR OWN DISTINCTIVE STYLES.

Creating art is a process, borne from inspiration and imagination; the result is a way to relay those thoughts or memories, and perhaps also fears and dreams to others. Whilst also revealing their skill and freedom to express themselves, the artists communicate various perspectives of the poem – albeit subtly, but nonetheless bathed in its greater meaning of transience, fragility, and a higher state of consciousness.

The exhibition Hover-Still presents artwork by Eiko Borcherding, CO-MA, Stephanie Galea, Luca Indraccolo, Sallyanne Morgan, Ivan Prieto, and Julien Vinet, between the 6th and the 20th of July at The Malta Society of Arts, 219 Republic Street, Valletta.

Open Monday to Friday 8am to 7pm and Saturday 8am to 1.30pm. The exhibition is sponsored by iLab Photo and BAS Ltd.

For more information and enquiries contact Lily Agius Gallery by email on info@lilyagiusgallery.com or call +356 9929 2488

Extract from the poem Go Fishing by Ted Hughes

PAUTA - SOLO EXHIBITION BY MARIO ATTARD

VENUE:

MARIE GALLERY 5, Ground Floor, The Centre, Tigne, Sliema

DATE:

3rd June - 11th August 2023

ONLINE: www.mariegallery5.com

The exhibition ‘Pauta’ showcases a retrospective selection of works by artist Mario Attard based in Madrid and presented for the first time in his homeland, Malta. The term "Pauta," which comes from Spanish, denotes a recognisable sequence, regular pattern, or even a rhythmic beat on how something is done or happens. In this case the term directly refers to the artist's creative process in shaping his work, encompassed through an almost performative ritual.

Attard's interaction with clay, for instance, follows a process of construction and deconstruction, indicating a discernible pattern in his art-making practice. This pattern, however, is not evident in the forms that emerge from his creative process, underscoring the paradoxical nature of art and the artist himself. The body of works have been created over the past 3 years and some have been part of Mario’s latest solo exhibition in Madrid at Pequena Galleria. The selection of work build upon the reflection of ritual and performance through medium.

Although the artist follows a repetitive pattern of thought, research, and formation in creating his pieces, each work remains unique, much like life's pattern and cycle, giving rise to various variations. Through "Pauta," Attard celebrates the diversity of form and color in his work, revealing his intrinsic desire to express himself through this medium.

Dreamscape The Annual Summer Dream

VENUE: Café Del Mar, Qawra

DATE: 8th July 2023

TIME: 7:30pm

BOOKINGS : +356 9991 2373 or +356 7970 8288

TICKET PRICE : €50 Donation

Join us at Café Del Mar in Qawra for an unforgettable evening of giving, luxury, and fun at our annual fundraising event. Indulge in a lavish experience as you immerse yourself in the flowing food and drinks, carefully curated to tantalise your taste buds. As you revel in the luxury, take pride in knowing that your participation supports The Marigold Foundation, making a positive impact on the community.

Experience a night of joyous generosity and unforgettable memories.

CARLO MUSCAT JAZZ SAXOPHONE & ARCHIVAL MUSIC REINTERPRETATION CONCERT

VENUE:

Concert Hall, Malta Society of Arts, Palazzo de La Salle, Valletta

DATE: 27th July 2023

ONLINE: www.artsmalta.org/events

As part of the Malta Society of Arts’ 100 years at Palazzo de La Salle celebrations, Carlo Muscat will be leading a jazz concert on his saxophone together with Oliver Degabriele on bass and Joseph Camilleri on the drums. The concert will include a new composition by a local composer.

TWELFTH NIGHT, OR WHAT YOU WILL BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE

VENUE: San Anton Gardens, Attard

DATE: 14th - 23rd July 2023

ONLINE: www.madc.com.mt

Continuing its long-held annual tradition of staging an open-air Shakespeare play at San Anton Gardens, Attard, MADC will stage Twelfth Night, or What You Will , the Bard's fast-paced romantic comedy full of mistaken identities and practical jokes. Directed by Chris Gatt and Pia Zammit, Twelfth Night , or What You Will stars Tina Rizzo as Viola, Steffi Thake as Olivia, Pia Zammit as Toby Belch and Stephen Oliver as Malvolio, alongside other top performers Francesco Nicodeme, Raphael Pace, Craig Abela, Kim Dalli, David Muscat, Nicholas Gambin, Katrina Lupi, and Kim Woods.

ELLIE, IL-MUSICAL

VENUE:

Teatru Manoel, Valletta

DATE:

30th June - 8th July 2023

ONLINE: www.teatrumanoel.com.mt

Ellie, il-Musical is a brand-new jukebox musical performed in Maltese and English, set in the iconic 1960s and 70s and featuring classic songs of the day. It tells the heart-warming story of four friends in Malta in the late 1960s, as they decide whether to form a band together or follow their singing dreams alone. Can everyone finally accept that all they need is love? Written by Simon Bartolo, directed by Josette Ciappara, choreographed by Warren Bonello and with musical direction by Elton Zarb, Ellie, il-Musical features a stellar cast of local musical performers.

Walking Home

VENUE:

Spazju Kreattiv, Valletta

DATE:

21st - 23rd July 2023

ONLINE: www.kreattivita.org

Walking Home is a devised performance that explores the politics and tensions within the issue of sexual violence against women and people of marginalised genders. Based on more than 40 stories of real experiences, it serves as a reaction to Sarah Everard’s journey home, Sabina Nessa’s murder in London and Paulina Dembska’s murder in Malta, among so many others. Devised by the female-led production company Prickly Pear Productions, the show stars Sean Borg, Michela Farrugia, Alex Weenink and Zoë Alba Farrugia, with direction from Chantelle Micallef Grimaud and movement direction by Zoe Camilleri.