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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 13 APRIL 2025 3 CULTURE The KSU Students' fest unveils this year's spectacular edition: Xrekk! THE KSU Student's Fest is an annual student-led production that brings together over 160 passionate students for three memorable performances on the 25th, 26th, and 27th of April in Sir Temi Zammit Hall. This year's production promises a magical blend of comedy, live music, riveting acting, passion- ate singing, dynamic dance cho- reography, and overall high-en- ergy spectacular, making it a must-watch for audiences of all ages. This year's edition brings Xrekk to the stage - a spectacu- lar Maltese twist on the beloved kingdom of Shrek! Get prepared for Xrekk, as tickets are already on sale from the official KSU website! To kick off this year's Student Fest, KSU organised Xrekk on Quad on Thursday, March 20th. The event included performanc- es of previous Student Fests' dance and song highlights, an exclusive preview of the upcom- ing show, and a lively trivia quiz to generate enthusiasm. Among the teaser performances was our rendition of "Walking on Sun- shine". The past KSU Students' Fests have been nothing short of spec- tacular! From the electrifying performances to the unforgetta- ble characters, each edition left audiences in awe. Who could forget the fabulous Hairspray, the story of the overnight ce- lebrity, Min Hi Girls, which re- volved around our beloved Cady from Gozo. Then there was Al- ice in Bormla, a whimsical twist on the classic tale, complete with all her groovy friends, and of course, the heartwarming nos- talgia of Toy Storey, where our very own toys came to life. The KSU Students fest productions were more than just perfor- mances - they were a testament to the university's incredible student community's boundless creativity, talent, and passion! Lastly, ticket prices range from €14 to €20. If you are a fan of the renowned fairy tale of Xrekk, naturally with our own distinc- tive Maltese twist, we recom- mend booking your tickets now! For additional information and to purchase tickets, go to the website link. In brief: When? 25th, 26th, 27th April 2025 At what time? Doors open at 7:30 pm and the show starts at 8:00 pm Where? Sala Sir Temi Zammit https://g.co/kgs/eH7iEkJ All photos by Emilia Borg Cachia es, both land-based and marine, from large mammals to aquat- ic protein sources. Their diet would have been completely different from that of Neolith- ic farmers, whose diets were based on terrestrial resources, including livestock and both wild and domesticated plants. 5. They cooked and processed their food The site features evidence of hearths and fire use, including charcoal and charred bones. This suggests that food was processed or cooked, likely in- volving the roasting of meat or the preparation of plants. Bo- tanical analysis revealed traces of carbonised wild plants and seeds. This either indicates the burning of vegetation around the site or the construction of a hearth on top of seed-lad- en sediments. They also used lentisk, which still grows in the vicinity of the site today, as fuel. However, the possibility that some plants were used in the cooking process cannot be excluded. 6. They used simple tools The stone tools recovered from Latnija Cave closely re- semble microliths and bladelets found in Sicily. These include tools designed for hunting and cutting. Except for one chert artefact, all stone tools were made of limestone, much of which was derived from beach cobbles or pebbles, or sourced from terrestrial outcrops. This contrasts with more complex tools used in the Neolithic, which are made from chert (both local and imported) and small amounts of imported ob- sidian. 7. Not a one-off presence in Malta The site does not reflect a one-time landing or accident. Stratigraphic layers show re- peated use over time – possibly seasonal or intermittent habi- tation. The foragers may have returned to Malta regularly, suggesting a deep mental map- ping of the sea and the island landscape. This directly challenges ear- lier assumptions that Malta remained unvisited until the spread of agriculture. It also shows that foragers were not deterred by remoteness and that islands once thought inac- cessible were well within reach. The researchers also enter- tain the possibility of a North African maritime connection based on similar tool making techniques on both sides of the Mediterranean Sea. But this stands to be confirmed by DNA studies. Photo by Daniel Clarke