EVENINGS ON CAMPUS
The 16th edition of the Evenings on Campus is currently being held at the Old University Courtyard, St Paul’s Street, Valletta. Tickets for all events are available from www.maltaticket.com and the following outlets: Vodafone, Exotique, Agenda, NewsKiosk, Bookends and at the door. All events start at 20:30.
August 22
Jekk il-holm taghna sehh illum
Well-known guests who were young thinkers and artists in the 60s have been invited for this evening for talks on how they, inspired by the Beatles and the 60s revolution, imagined the future and, with their initiatives in literature, music and theatrical abilities, left their mark on Maltese history. Guests will include some of the main protagonists of the time. Some will participate in person while others will be present through the use of multimedia. Tickets at €5.
August 23
Vanessa and the Os + Beangrowers
French-based musician Vanessa Contenay-Quinones, who has collaborated with Lou Reed and Smashing Pumpkins’ will be playing with the Beangrowers. Tickets are at €8. www.myspace.com/beangrowers, http://www.myspace.com/vanessaandtheos
August 25
The Royal Tenenbaums
2001 dramatic/black comedy directed by Wes Anderson about three gifted siblings who experience great success in youth, and even greater disappointment and failure after their eccentric father leaves them in their adolescent years. As with much of director Wes Anderson’s work, the tone of the film is one of hilarious tragedy and revels in the small joys of conversation and camaraderie. Tickets are at €5.
August 29, 30
Perception
Original choreography performed by two Maltese and five young, foreign dancers. Choreographers Christina Camilleri and Maria Cassar merge together two different dance genres to create a fusion of classical and contemporary techniques. This dance project represents the collaboration of Maltese as well as dancers from UK and Ireland. Working with 20th Century music, contemporary composers of our time gives this collaboration an exquisite touch. The audience is asked to come, support and participate as an artist would in front of a blank canvas. Tickets at €8.
EXHIBITIONS
Until August 29
A Landscape Vision
Exhibition of paintings by Peter Heywood at Gallery G, Villa Gourgion, 4, Sir Ugo Mifsud Street, Lija. More info ñ 21421984/5 or email info@medzone.com.mt
Until August 30
Life As It Happens
A photography exhibition documenting the story of the Valletta Waterfront since its launch three years ago. Set up on the waterfront parallel with the Atrium Carpark, it features over 80 photographs, some of them measuring over four metres. They record the various happenings since June 3, 2005 categorised in three themes: history, culture and cruising activities. Open from Monday to Sunday, between 10:00 and 22:00. For more information, email: admin@visetplc.com.
Until September 8
Gloriana - The Gate of Atlantis
Exhibition of paintings by Raphael Labro at the Cittadella Cultural Art Centre, Victoria, Gozo. Open daily from 10:00 to 16:00.
MUSIC
August 21
Loathe + X-Vandals+ Lord Adder
The bands will be playing at Mifsud Bonnici Square, Marsaskala at 20:30. Entrance is free.
August 21
Eve Ransom
The band will be performing at V5 Bar, Valletta from 22:00. Entrance is free. www.myspace.com/everansom
August 22
Item EP launch
Item will be launching their debut EP, ‘The God, The Slave, The Machine’ at Poxx Bar, Paceville from 22:00. Entrance is at €5, free on purchase of EP (€12).
August 27
Salt
The band will be playing at ‘Reef Rhythms’, held at Reef Club, Westin Dragonara. They will be joined by Cedarhouse and Y4J. www.saltband.net
Wednesdays
Unplugged Wednesdays
Acoustic music at Townhouse 5, Republic Street, Rabat. Starts at 21:00 and entrance is free. To get to Townhouse 5, drive into Rabat’s main street, passing the petrol station, and make a second turning on the right. Reservations: 27500055.
NIGHTLIFE
August 30
Espionage
Mod, soul, funk, psychedelia and French pop at Point Break, Ghadira, Mellieha as spun by DJs Job, Owen Jay, Ssoker, M Vella and featuring Zizza Ensemble from 22:00 till late. Tickets are at €6.
Wednesday
Surfside Wednesdays
Outdoor parties at Surfside, Sliema every Wednesday from 20:30. Featuring DJs Clayton J and Tony Tony plus weekly guests. Also featuring fire jugglers, shisha and percussionists. Register for an eight-week pass from www.surfsidewednesdays.info
Wednesdays
Tat-Tarag Wednesdays
Night of music and art at the Tat-Tarag Wine Bar, Saqqajja Hill, Rabat from 20:30. Tel: 79256198, or email xemxemx@hotmail.com
