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But I see Beauty and Wonder…

Spazju Kreattiv St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

The exhibition explores the transformative power of art, highlighting its ability to uncover beauty in unexpected places and reveal charm in what may initially seem ugly or unpleasant. In our daily lives, we encounter eyesores, daunting objects, and personal challenges; yet, through the lens of artistic expression, these can be reimagined as sources of wonder and delight.

The Search for Happiness

Space C, Spazju Kreattiv St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

The exhibition Search for Happiness is a seemingly simple metaphor conceived as a physical spatial experience within the gallery space. The quest for happiness, joy, and fulfilment is likened to an endless journey with its ups and downs. In the drawing installation, Jan Pfeiffer also engages with the concept of anticipated future events and the struggle to avoid being dominated by visions of the future, instead focusing on the possibility of being present here and now.

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Small Things Like These

Spazju Kreattiv Cinema St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

Oscar winner Cillian Murphy delivers a stunning performance as devoted father Bill Furlong in this film based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Claire Keegan.

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ŻfinMade 2024

Spazju Kreattiv Theatre St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

ŻfinMade is one of ŻfinMalta's signature programmes exemplifying the company's ongoing commitment to cultivating contemporary dance practice in Malta. Responding to the theme "Our Bodies in a Digital World", six choreographers are invited to create a series of solos and duets with the ŻfinMalta company dancers.

Met Live in HD: Puccini’s Tosca (Encore)

Spazju Kreattiv Cinema St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

Extraordinary Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen stars as the passionate title diva in David McVicar’s thrilling production, transmitted live from the Metropolitan Opera stage to cinemas on November 23. British-Italian tenor Freddie De Tommaso makes his eagerly anticipated company debut as Tosca’s revolutionary lover, Cavaradossi, and powerhouse American baritone Quinn Kelsey is the sadistic chief of police Scarpia. Maestro Xian Zhang conducts the electrifying score, which features some of Puccini’s most memorable melodies. 

Microbes in Space: Exploring the microbiome from the lab to the stars.

From Diagnosing Infections on Earth to Pioneering Experiments in Space, Ms. Christine Gatt is Redefining the Frontiers of Biomedical Science. During the talk, we will explore three groundbreaking areas in biomedical science that are shaping the future of healthcare and research.

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NO OTHER LAND

Spazju Kreattiv Cinema St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

Basel Adra, a young Palestinian activist from Masafer Yatta, has been fighting his community's mass expulsion by the Israeli occupation since childhood.

IKKREA

Spazju Kreattiv St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

With Spazju Kreattiv continuing its open approach to programming and collaborations, the call for participation in the Spazju Kreattiv programme is a key tool for artists and creatives to approach the programme's team.

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White Christmas (70th Anniversary, 4K Restoration)

Spazju Kreattiv Cinema St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

Singers Bob Wallace (Bing Crosby) and Phil Davis (Danny Kaye) join sister act Betty (Rosemary Clooney) and Judy Haynes (Vera-Ellen) to perform a Christmas show in rural Vermont. There, they run into Gen. Waverly (Dean Jagger), the boys' commander in World War II, who, they learn, is having financial difficulties; his quaint country inn is failing. So what's the foursome to do but plan a yuletide miracle: a fun-filled musical extravaganza that's sure to put Waverly and his business in the black.

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Conclave

Spazju Kreattiv Cinema St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

From director Edward Berger (All Quiet on the Western Front), Conclave follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events – selecting a new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence finds himself at the center of a conspiracy and discovers a secret that could shake the very foundation of The Church.

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Queer

Spazju Kreattiv Cinema St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

The acclaimed latest from Luca Guadagnino (Challengers, Call Me By Your Name), QUEER is a lush, sensuous adaptation of William S. Burroughs’ cult novel, featuring a deeply moving and mesmeric central performance from Daniel Craig.

KorMalta – Christmas Concert

Atrium / Atrium Approach / Upper Atrium

The Kormalta Malta National Choir is delighted to return to Spazju Kreattiv for its cherished Christmas concert tradition. This year’s program offers a rich array of festive and spiritual works, featuring renowned classics like Franz Biebl’s "Ave Maria," Tomás Luis de Victoria's "O Magnum Mysterium," and Praetorius’s "Es ist ein Rose Ensprungen." Audiences can anticipate stirring piano- accompanied pieces that add depth and warmth, such as Ola Gjeilo's "Spotless Rose" and Dan Forrest’s "The First Noel." Interactive sing-along moments invite listeners to become part of the holiday spirit, while segments of choral improvisation bring a unique, contemporary touch to the traditional repertoire. Highlights include Rutter’s enchanting "All Bells in Paradise" and the festive "Carol of the Bells" by Leontovich, ensuring an evening that celebrates both timeless tradition and joyful, collective expression.

Chucky’s Christmas Cracker – A Solo Panto Experience

Spazju Kreattiv Theatre St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

Join us for the ultimate holiday treat at Spazju Kreattiv this Christmas with Chucky’s Christmas Cracker - A Solo Panto Experience! Written and Directed by Vikesh Godhwani (Panto in the Dark Series, Jamie Cardona’s Mid-Djarju ta’ Student fi Skola Tal-Knisja) this one-person panto features Malta’s iconic drag queen and Voice of Love Island Malta, Chucky, performing every character in a side-splitting rendition of Beauty and the Beast. Expect a riotous blend of pop songs, sharp political satire, uproarious audience interaction and surprise special guests at every performance!

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Exhibition on Screen: Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers

Spazju Kreattiv Cinema St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

200 years after its opening and a century after acquiring its first Van Gogh works, the National Gallery, London is hosting the UK’s biggest ever Van Gogh exhibition. Van Gogh is not only one of the most beloved artists of all time, but perhaps the most misunderstood.

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The Grand Tour of the Cavalier

Spazju Kreattiv Theatre St James Cavalier, Castille Place, Valletta

Aġenzija Żgħażagħ and Spazju Kreattiv have once again joined forces to organise a professional programme for talented singer-songwriters aged 16–20. Mentored by locally renowned singer-songwriters, the selected participants will receive individual training, culminating in a showcase of their original work in front of a live audience at the Spazju Kreattiv Theatre in 2025.