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15 WHAT'S ON maltatoday, WEDNESDAY, 19 OCTOBER 2016 THIS WEEK WHAT'S ON TODAY Wahhabism and the Radicalisation of Islam A public lecture by Palestinian- Maltese author, poet and scientist Walid Nabhan. Nabhan discuss haw a culture and relgion associated with science became associated with barbaric practices and cruelty. Taking place from 6:30-8:30pm at Saint James Cavalier. Arts & Culture through the lens Photographic exhibition and four workshops on Maltese Arts and Culture at Palazz Santa Marija, Mqabba, including over 50 photos from some 15 Maltese photographers. Exhibition Opening hours: Weekdays 6:30pm - 9pm, Sunday, 23 October 9:00am - 6:00pm. More information at www.facebook. com/santamarija MUSIC & NIGHTLIFE UNTIL NOVEMBER 13 Paranormal Horror Circus Second edition of the horror- themed circus show at Manoel Island, Gzira at 20:30. For more information and tickets call 99583053. OCTOBER 22-31 Malta International Piano Festival Festival consisting of master classes with piano professors, a piano competition, and various of concerts in the city of Valletta and Floriana. Apply online through www.mipf.eu or email: info@eufsc.eu, or phone on 77727222 NOVEMBER 26-27 Amor Alegria Academia de Baile Flamenco presents its bi-annual production entitled 'Amor'., based on the Maltese legend 'L-gharusa tal-Mosta'. Special guest artist Renzo Spiteri will participate on percussion. The production will showcase a variety of Flamenco rhythms together with a few Maltese traditional songs including a local folk singer. This event will be making a contribution towards Cancer Research through RIDT. THEATRE SEPTEMBER 14 - OCTOBER 23 Il-Giddieb Ghomru Qasir/The Lying Kind Bilingual production of Anthony Nielson's play by Unifaun Theatre at Sir Temi Zammit Hall, University of Malta. The Maltese production will feature Chrysander Agius Daniel Chircop, Snits, Michael Tabone, Julie Pomorski, Magda van Kuilenburg and Marylu Coppini and will be staged between October 7 and 9. The English version will feature Edward Mercieca, Alan Paris, Antony Edridge, Magda van Kuilenburg, Polly March, Michaela Fenech and Thomas Camilleri. The play is directed by Chris Gatt. Bookings: www.ticketline.com. mt. OCTOBER 28-30; NOVEMBER 4-6 Irbaht il-Lottu Original Maltese-langauge satire penned and directed by Mario Philip Azzopardi as part of Stagun Teatreu Malit, held at the Manoel Theatre, Valletta at 20:00, with additional 15:30 matinees on October 29 and November 5, with shows at 19 on October 30 and November 6. Tickets are at €22, €18 and €12 for evening shows and €18, €12 and €10 for matinees. The play is rated 1. Bookings: www.teatrumanoel.com.mt, bookings@teatrumanoel.com. mt, 21246389. EXHIBITIONS OCTOBER 29 – NOVEMBER 25 Night Gallery: The Uncanny and the Sublime Exhibition of paintings by Susan Vaitt at The Portress Builders, St Mark Street, Valletta, themed around gothic and occult themes. FILM SCREENING OCTOBER 22 Don Giovanni Aided by his ingenious librettist, Lorenzo da Ponte, Mozart approached his operatic retelling of the myth of Don Juan from a point of view that is neither tragic nor entirely comic, but rather lighthearted, urbane and ironic. Venue: Spazju Kreattive. Entrance: €18 Hotel Le Meridien, St Julian's Wednesday, 2 November 6:30pm COMPLIMENTARY REFRESHMENTS SERVED AFTER Q&A Followed by a Q&A Journalists, lawyers, students of media and law, policymakers and the general public are invited to book their seat with Ms Bianca Clarke Freddi on bcfreddi@mediatoday.com.mt or call 21382741 • The Irish Times • International Consortium for Investigative Journalists • Author of 'A Biography Of Gerry Adams' 'Protecting our sources: challenges covering business & politics' Colm Keena maltatoday Encounters With Journalism