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Tomonoura: Finding all the Locations that Inspired Studio Ghibli’s Ponyo

April 22, 2025 by Ramona Depares

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Ponyo-Tomonoura connection - the anime versus the real-life version of Susuke's house. Ponyo real life locations Google map Ponyo is my all-time favourite Studio Ghibli/Hiyao Miyazaki film. Controversial, I know. Most adults tend to prefer Princess Mononoke or Spirited Away, but there is something about the pure innocence of Ponyo that gets me everytime. So today … [Read more...] about Tomonoura: Finding all the Locations that Inspired Studio Ghibli’s Ponyo

‘It’s easy to have an abstract opinion on abortion when you’ve never been directly affected’

March 4, 2025 by Ramona Depares

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Blanket Ban is written by Marta Vella and Davinia Hamilton. In what may be local theatre's answer to author Loranne Vella's Marta Marta, Blanket Ban finally opens in Malta this week. Reviewed by The Guardian as "a startling account of abortion laws in Malta", it's written by Davinia Hamilton and Marta Vella , who also act in it. And they know exactly how they feel about … [Read more...] about ‘It’s easy to have an abstract opinion on abortion when you’ve never been directly affected’

Miti Miti: Teatru Malta’s New Children’s Show

November 15, 2024 by Ramona Depares

Miti Miti rehearsals in full swing. Photo: Elisa von Brockdorff You may have heard the words Miti Miti bandied around lately, especially if you happen to be parenting or hanging out with theatre kids. Teatru Malta's (TM) new show, which premiered to schools just this morning, is as mythical as they come. Co-produced with ŻiguŻajg, it signifies the first show for Grupp Teatru … [Read more...] about Miti Miti: Teatru Malta’s New Children’s Show

Handle With Care C&R: Dystopian Chic

March 22, 2024 by Ramona Depares

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Handle with Care, an homage to the tradition of Maltese and Mediterranean glass blowing, reconfirms Charles & Ron's status of Maltese designer royalty with a collection that is as bold as it is beautiful. The collection takes inspiration from the delicate artistry and vibrant hues of glass, transforming these elements into a breathtaking array of wearable art. However, … [Read more...] about Handle With Care C&R: Dystopian Chic

The Harbour Club’s 10th Anniversary

November 30, 2023 by Ramona Depares

The Harbour Club’s tenth year anniversary celebration came with an offer that’s nothing if not gutsy. A full three course meal at one of Valletta’s best restaurants and, rather than being presented with the usual bill at the end of the meal, you pay what *you* believe is the worth. Dangerous, in Malta, as the comments beneath the promotional Times of Malta write up revealed. … [Read more...] about The Harbour Club’s 10th Anniversary

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