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30 maltatoday, SUNDAY, 17 NOVEMBER 2013 THIS WEEK THIS WEEK WHAT'S ON WHAT'S ON TODAY Gozo during the 20th Century World Wars Public lecture by Charles Bezzina at the Cittadella War Shelters, Castle Hill, Victoria, Gozo. Starts at 10:30. Organised on the occasion of Remembrance Day 2013. National Book Festival Annual book fair at the Malta Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta, now rechristened as the 'National Book Festival'. As the tradition goes, during this event, publishers, authors and bookshops will showcase their material, both old and new. This year, the NBC will also be launching a literary journal in order to promote emerging and yet unpublished authors. During weekday mornings, a programme of events aimed at school children will be held by the Education Department and other entities such as the Centre for Literacy of the University of Malta and the weekend will be jam-packed with activities aimed at people of all ages. Opening hours: 09:00-20:00. Le Salon – Absence Live literary event at Coach and Horses, Valley Road, Msida. Interested participants are encouraged to read out their prose and/or poetry, as well as collaborate with visual artists. Doors open at 20:00. More information: https://www. facebook.com/LeSalonMalta. includes Nadia Vella, Tina Rizzo, Simone Alamango and Sarah Jane Mallia. Directed by Marc Cabourdin. Tickets for premiere are at €10, €15 for remaining performances. Bookings: ticketline.com.mt; info@ tactheatre.com or at the Embassy Cinemas Box Office, Valletta. The play is rated 18. Innocent Flesh TAC Theatre performance of the Kenyetta Lethridge play dealing with human trafficking at The Vault Theatre, Valletta Waterfront at 20:00. Cast Meta Morna Tal-Mellieha Talenti theatre company production of the Francis Ebejer drama staged at the Manoel Theatre, Valletta at 20:00. Directed by Mario Micallef . Cast MUSIC & NIGHTLIFE NOVEMBER 29 Laura Sarti – Recital by masterclass participants Recital performed by Laura Sarti masterclass participants (held 25-27 November) and will be based on the work done during the course. It will demonstrate the variety of styles encompassed by an overview of Italy's contribution to the operatic repertoire. Starts at 20:00. Tickets are at €10. Bookings: bookings@ teatrumanoel.com.mt, 21 246389. NOVEMBER 30, DECEMBER 1 Carmine Lauri & Simon Hester recital Two recitals featuring different programmes at the Manoel Theatre, Valletta. Internationally acclaimed London-based Maltese violinist Carmine Lauri and his accompanist Simon Hester will perform in aid of Hospice Malta. Starts at 20:00. Tickets are at €25, €20 and €10. Bookings: bookings@teatrumanoel. com.mt, 21 246389. NOVEMBER 30, DECEMBER 1 Exhibition by Selina Scerri Spotlight Concert: Fiorella Camilleri & Luca Lucini Recital by the 'Camilleri-Lucini' includes: Theresa Gauci, Michael Tabone, Rita Camilleri, Carlos Farrugia, Simone Debattista, Michael Sciortino, Elaine Saliba and Clive Piscopo. Tickets are at €20, €15 and €10. Bookings: bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt, 21 246389. Noise @ Gianni's Music night at Gianni's, Marsalforn Road, Xaghra, Gozo. Featuring DJs Oz & Jay and Electroswing Malta, along with live performances by The Shh, Kristina Casolani, Elaine & Amy and DJ Magro. Kicks off at 17:00. Flute and Guitar Duo focusing on different times and musical styles, including Eastern European, Mediterranean, Latin, and Classical at Manoel Theatre, Valletta. Starts at 20:00. Tickets are at €10. Bookings: bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt, 21 246389. DECEMBER 6,7 Astor Piazzolla's The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires Concert of works by Astor Piazzolla's The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires at Robert Samut Hall, Floriana by the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Marcelline Agius and conducted by Michael Laus and featuring soloist Nadia Debono on violin. Rodion Shchedrin's Carmen Suite will also be part of the programme. Bookings from St James Cavalier: 21 223200, boxoffice@sjcav.org. DECEMBER 7 Clandestines – Saturday as Usual album launch The indie band will be launching their debut album at Duke's, St George's Bay, St Julian's. Dolls for Idols will be the supporting act. Entrance is at €7; €10 including album. Doors open at 21:00. EXHIBITIONS FROM NOVEMBER 20 Il-Mara l-Hoxna: Filigree exhibition by Kevin Attard Exhibition of filigree works by Kevin Attard at Gugar Hangout & Bar, 89A, Republic Street, Valletta. Open for a few days after November 20. FROM NOVEMBER 22-29 Imagination An exhibition of paintings by Selina Scerri at Ritz Arcades in Republic Street, Valletta. Opening hours: 15:30- 19:30. UNTIL JANUARY 31 Twisttease Exhibition of paintings by Diane Buttigieg at the Hotel Juliani Lobby, St George's Road, St Julian's, playfully re-interpreting Maltese iconography. Organised by SO Galerie. STAND-UP COMEDY NOVEMBER 21 The Hard Rock Bar Comedy Club #12 Fiorella Camilleri