Education

A Star Undimmed: Mgr Giuseppe Farrugia on the first centenary of his death. A discussion by Professor Maria Frendo on his immense contribution to Gozo as a great orator, composer, and architect. The talk will be followed by the launch of the publication of the late Stephen Attard’s thesis on Mgr Farrugia.

Readers, authors and history lovers are invited to learn more about the craft of writing and researching a new crime fiction book set in Victorian-era Malta. Our guest speaker will talk about the historical research and influences that have shaped her work, including her fascination with Victorian detectives. Themes of colonial rule, Malta’s status as a military base, poverty and...

What made modern theatre special? Why did it surprise audiences, worry authorities, and leave a lasting legacy in contemporary theatre and performance? Using the rich photographic evidence of performances produced in France, Germany, Russia, and England at the turn of the twentieth-century, the presentation will discuss how modern theatre sought to break conventional ways of doing theatre, especially in relation...

The Maltese Department at the Univeristy of Malta, in collaboration with L-Akkademja tal-Malti and L-Għaqda tal-Malti, will mark the 50th anniversary of the passing of Gozitan poet Mary Meylak with a commemorative evening. The event will feature a talk, a commemorative video, and readings of selected prose and poetry.