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31 maltatoday, SUNDAY, 8 DECEMBER 2013 2013 THIS WEEK WHAT'S ON reproduction of the environ of Bethlehem and the timeless story of Nativity every December at 'Ta Passi' fields in Ghajnsielem. Bethlehem f'Ghajnsielem will also include re-enactments of the 'trip' from Nazareth to Bethlehem of Joseph and Mary as well as the Adoration of the Magi on the Epiphany (first Sunday after New Year's day) when the three Wise Men will depart on horseback from Malta to Cirkewwa terminal where they will board a ferry in mid-afternoon before making the triumphal entrance to the nativity village. More information: http:// www.ghajnsielem.com/bethlehem/ openinghours.html. DECEMBER 23 The Annual Christmas Vocal and Instrumental Concert Executive Producer Lydia Buttigieg and Musical Director Lindsey Mallia with the participation of the Notre Dame Choir under the direction of Mro Clifford Cauchi are organising the annual Christmas concert, this year in three different localities: St. Paul's Bay, Balzan and Zabbar. Starts at 19:30. Entrance Free. THEATRE DECEMBER 21-JANUARY 5 Little Red Riding Hood & You Know Who Annual Christmas panto at Manoel Theatre, Valletta organised by Masquerade Theatre. Directed by Anthony Bezzina and written by Malcolm Galea, it features a star-studded cast of panto-veterans alongside Malta's most promising new talent. Music is directed by Kevin Abela, choreography by Lee McCallion and costumes designed by Ernest Camilleri. Bookings: 21 246389, www.teatrumanoel.com.mt, bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt. DECEMBER 21-JANUARY 5 RapunzelStiltskin Annual Christmas panto at MFCC, Ta' Qali organised by MADC. Directed by Steve Casaletto and written by Steve Hili. Paul Abela will be in charge of music, with the help of vocal coach Cathy Lawlor. Peter Howitt will be in charge of backdrops and stage design while Kristina Schranz will take care of dance choreography. Bookings: http://booking.madc.com.mt/ bookings/Shows.aspx?pid=30 EXHIBITIONS DECEMBER 12-15 The Hobbit exhibition Exhibition of artwork, models and props related to JRR Tolkien's fantasy epic at Embassy Cinemas, in conjunction with the release of The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug. The exhibition will open with an talk entitled 'Middle Earth: The Journey from Book to Screen'. More information: thehobbitexhibit@ gmail.com. UNTIL DECEMBER 13 Xifer Collective exhibition at Teatru Salesjan, Sliema, organised to complement the upcoming theatrical production 'Is-Sigar Imutu Wiefqa'. Featuring works by the art collective X242, including Ryan Falzon, Sabrina Calleja Jackson, Sarah Mamo, Andrea Zerafa, Sarah Maria Scicluna and Robert Zahra. Launch on November 22 opens at 20:00. The MADC Panto will be playing at the MFCC, Ta' Qali from December 26 DECEMBER 13-30 Fluxus Solo exhibition by young artist Sam Sultana at at Off Road Studio, G. Pullicino Street, Zebbug. More information: http://samuelsultana. com/. 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. PUBLIC LECTURE DECEMBER 12 Hearing with the mind Lecture by Andrew Sciberras, an audiologist tackling questions about hearing, hearing loss and cochlear implants at St James Cavalier, Valletta. Starts at 19:30 (doors open at 19:15). Organised by Malta Café Scientifique. ARTISAN FAIR DECEMBER 14,15 The Malta Artisan Christmas Fair Artisan Fair at The Hotel Phoenicia, Floriana from 10:00 to 17:00. Featuring filigree as well as contemporary jewellery, bric abrac, beautiful souvenirs, toys, delicious cookies and take home preserves made with local seasonal produce, home furnishings and more. More information: www. maltaartisanmarkets.com.