Photo Sebio Aquilina MADC's Black Mountain kicks off harmlessly enough. A couple on a quiet retreat in the mountains, what could be more pleasant than that, right? It only takes a few minutes, however, for the audience to pick up on the fact that something is very wrong here. Clearly, the couple, Rebecca (Antonella Axisa) and Paul (Mikhail Basmadjian), are not sharing the … [Read more...] about Black Mountain by MADC: Review
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Il-Qfil u l-Ħelsien skont Manwel Dimech
Photo: Lindsey Bahia Il-Qfil u l-Ħelsien skont Manwel Dimech is an all-rounded theatrical experience with world-class performances, music, direction and general artistry Il-Qfil u l-Ħelsien skont Manwel Dimech - it feels almost a betrayal to write this review in English, but I'll bow down to Google language policies. I confess that Teatru Malta's latest offering has had … [Read more...] about Il-Qfil u l-Ħelsien skont Manwel Dimech
Girl in the Machine: Review
There was a time when I'd watch dystopian plays and enjoy them as a piece of far-fetched fiction. Intriguing, a good conversation starter over post-theatre drinks. But never frightening, or something to ponder too seriously, because they're just so far-fetched, you know. That time is now gone, as watching a dystopian tale unfold is less likely to feel like outlandish fiction … [Read more...] about Girl in the Machine: Review
The Little Prince at ŻiguŻajg
Photo: Elisa von Brockdorrf One hell of a touching performance that is not just for the little ones It is a matter of consequence to watch Teatru Anon's The Little Prince, whatever your age. it is also an ephemeral experience, a production that for an hour transports the audience to a magical world full of pathos. Those who have seen the production will understand my … [Read more...] about The Little Prince at ŻiguŻajg
Unifaun Crowd-Funding Open
Unifaun Teatru Mod Ieħor (A Different Kind of Theatre) is the theatrical project we were all waiting for without knowing. Who doesn't remember the theatre production powerhouse that was Unifaun with fondness? Anyone who was even slightly involved in the cultural scene in Malta between 2005 and 2019, undoubtedly misses the sometimes-genius, sometimes bonkers, plays that Adrian … [Read more...] about Unifaun Crowd-Funding Open
