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15 WHAT'S ON maltatoday, WEDNESDAY, 28 OctObEr 2015 this week WHAT'S ON TODAY Short Films by the sea Screening of short films at NAAR Restobar, St Julian's from 19:30. Organised by Kino Malta in collaboration with the Concorto Film Festival in Piacenza, Italy and Euro Media Forum and presented by Antonella Axisa. Entrance at €10 includes wine, canapes and popcorn. Bookings: euromediaforum@gmail.com or text to 9945 4066. MUSIC OCTOBER 30 Brikkuni & Veronique Vella: GHARAM – il-Kuncert Concert by folk-pop act Brikkuni in collaboration with pianist Veronique Vella at the Manoel Theatre, Valletta at 20:30. Tickets are at €20, €15 and €10. Bookings: bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt, 21246389. OCTOBER 30, 31; NOVEMBER 1 Animae Gospel Choir Gospel concert at Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta. Featuring Pamela Bezzina, Leontine, Nadine Axisa and Rachel Fabri, as well as three past-Eurovision representatives, namely Glen Vella, Amber and Debbie Scerri. Animae, which is made up of 21 singers and directed by Pamela Bezzina, will be joined by a seven-piece live band with musical arrangements and direction by Kris Spiteri. The show will also feature a handpicked choir of up to 60 children. The concert will take place at 20:00 on October 30 and 31; 15:30 on November 1. Bookings: www.mcc.com.mt or 2559 5750. NOVEMBER 7 Don Ross Live The Canadian artist returns to Malta for a gig at City Theatre, Valletta at 21:00. Tickets at €20 can be booked from ticketline. com.mt. More information: 7920 5402. NOVEMBER 11 Bar to Bar Classical concert at the Manoel Theatre at 20:00. Featuring Klara Nazaj (violin), Akos Kertesz (cello) and Joanne Camilleri (piano). Programme includes works by Beethoven and Schubert. Tickets are at €20 and €15. Bookings: http://booking. teatrumanoel.com.mt/. THEATRE & ENTERTAINMENT OCTOBER 29 Stand-up comedy Stand-up comedy night at Django Jazz Bar, Republic Street, Valletta at 21:00. Featuring Malcolm Galea, Chris Dingli and Malcolm Alden. Entrance is free. TONIGHT AND OCTOBER 29-31; NOVEMBER 1 My First Time Back by popular demand, the TAC Theatre production will be staged at City Theatre, Valletta at 20:00. Tickets are at €10, €15 and €20. Directed by Wesley Ellul and Marc Cabourdin. Cast includes Jo Caruana, Thomas Camilleri and Joe Depasquale. Bookings: http:// new.ticketline.com.mt/. OCTOBER 30, 31; NOVEMBER 1, 5-8; 12-14 Attempts on Her Life Unifaun Theatre production of Martin Crimp's play, directed by David Barton and staged at St James Cavalier, Valletta at 20:00. Cast includes: Lizzie Eldridge, Marie Keiser-Nielsen, Bettina Paris, Mariele Zammit, Ruth Borg, Antonella Mifsud, Larissa Bonaci, Philip Leone Ganado, Timmy Paris and Vladislav Ilich. Tickets are at €12 and €20. Bookings: http://www.kreattivita. org/. NOVEMBER 7, 13-15 Bad Dad Performance by comedian Chris Dingli at Blue Box, M Space, Msida at 20:00. Late last year, Chris became a dad. This is the story about how utterly unprepared he was for this experience. People tell you that having a child is difficult, but they don't really tell you! Bookings: https://bluebox.azurewebsites. net. The show is rated 16. NOVEMBER 14, 15 Garcia Lorca's Yerma and The House of Bernarda Alba Upstart Productions Drama Company presents an evening of two plays (in English) by Garcia Lorca: 'Yerma' and 'The House of Bernarda Alba' at the Mount Carmel Community Theatre, Attard at 20:00. Tickets at €12 (drama student concessions at €8) may be obtained at the door or reserved at ejclemmer@gmail. com or by mobile on 9942 1415 or 7934 6304. NOVEMBER 7 Around the World in 80 Days Party by Electroswing Malta at Duke's Club, St Julian's from 21:00. Featuring DJs Zico, The Chef and Docker. Tickets at €10 available from Cafe Society, St Lucy Street, Valletta. FESTIVALS NOVEMBER 16-22 Ziguzajg Festival 2015 ŻiguŻajg Arts Festival is organised by Fondazzjoni Kreattività, a catalyst for the contemporary art scene in Malta, which aims to become a hub were people of all ages and from all walks of life can join in the enriching act of creativity. Through ŻiguŻajg Arts Festival and other events, the Centre fosters aesthetic and cultural awareness amongst the younger generation. Tickets can be purchased online from the website (press the button at the bottom of each production in the Programme) or from the St James Cavalier box office. A ticket for single admission is €2 and every patron attending a production must be in possession of a ticket. NOVEMBER 19-23, 25-29; DECEMBER 2-7 Malta International Organ Festival During this festival we will be able to hear some of the greatest music written through time for the King of Instruments - the Organ, being performed by world renowned top-notch musicians, in the Churches and Cathedrals Malta's heritage can boast of. When buying a block ticket of the 3 concerts at St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, one can get a complimentary ticket for the concert at Robert Sammut Hall. All prices excl. VAT. Tickets can be purchased online from www.ticketline.com.mt or from Embassy Cinema Box Office, Valletta. For more information and a full programme, log on to: http://www. maltainternationalorganfestival. com/. MALTESE HISTORY NOVEMBER 11-14 Malta History Week 2015 Taking place at the Inquisitor's Palace in Birgu, History Week 2015 will be exploring the Great Siege of 1565, the founding of Valletta and their lasting effects. Roger Crowley, acclaimed author of Empires of the Sea, will deliver the keynote lecture on Wednesday 11 November at 18:30. All sessions will be followed by a reception which would allow for further discussion. For more details and a full programme, log on to: http:// www.maltahistory.eu/newsevs/ hw15.jpg. HALLOWEEN EVENTS OCTOBER 29-NOVEMBER 2 Popeye Haunted Village Event Concept Halloween event at Popeye Village, Mellieha from 19:00. The entirety of Popeye Village will be used for the event. Event is 12+ and teenagers between 12-15 are to be accompanied by an adult. No one pregnant, suffering from any heart conditions or under the age of 12 (even if accompanied by parents) will be allowed to enter for the night event. Entrance is at €12 (October 29, 30) and €15 (October 31-November 2). More information: haunted@ popeyemalta.com. OCTOBER 30 Hub Halloween special Halloween party organised by Film Hub Malta at Reno's Bar, Sliema from 21:00. Bar games will be held all night, giving you a chance to win more free drinks, whilst enjoying the company of guests who have a passion for films. There will also be a costume competition. OCTOBER 30 The Twisted Fairytale Halloween party at Portomaso Tower, Level 22 from 22:00. Featuring DJs Alex, Alessia and Mr Vinz. Admission is at €10. Dress code is 'dark version of fairy tale characters'. The person with the best costume will win a bottle of Moet. Organised by Events by Martin. OCTOBER 31 Halloween Massacre Halloween party at Coconut Grove, Paceville from 22:00. Free entrance, and plenty of free gifts promised. OCTOBER 31 The Halloween Monsters Ball Halloween party at Zion Reggae Bar, Marsascala from 20:00. Featuring DJs Gorgobot and Geddumu. Free drinks given to those with the scariest costume. OCTOBER 31 The Butcher's Pit Heavy metal Halloween event at the BMX Bike Track in Pembroke from 20:30. Featuring Extreme BMX show, ClubMurder, Loathe and A Broken Design. Entrance before 22:00 is €9, €13 after. OCTOBER 31 Disney's Undead Cinema Halloween party at City Lights Cinema, Valletta from 21:30. Featuring DJs Duncan F and Alex Thomson. Dress code is zombified Disney characters. Tickets are at €10. Bookings: https://www.showshappening. com. Guitarist Don Ross returns to Malta Jazz singer Nadine A xisa will perform with the Animae Gospel Choir