The Best European Show
Teatru Malta is presenting a co-production with four other European theatres at the Manoel in Valletta between February 9 and 11, as part of the official carnival programme.
The tragicomedy unfolds against the backdrop of contemporary Europe and its vibrant theatrical landscape, where a jury is faced with the daunting challenge of selecting the inaugural winner of the European Theatre Festival, modelled after the Eurovision Song Contest.
A staggering 52 countries present their shows, each vying for the coveted title of ‘The Best European Show’. Little do they know that the task at hand is far more complex than anyone could have anticipated. As the decisive night approaches, a web of politics, private ambitions, love affairs and audacious artistic visions intertwines, creating a riveting narrative.
Just when it seems like everything is under control, chaos ensues, and almost everything that can go wrong does. The last night becomes a whirlwind of unexpected twists.
But the drama doesn’t end on the stage, as the audience becomes an integral part of the spectacle.
Maltese actors Philip-Leone Ganado, Gianni Selvaggi, Sarah Amato and Antonella Axisa are taking part in the production, together with counterparts from Italy, Kosovo, Sovenia, France, Austria and Poland.
For tickets, visit teatrumanoel.mt.
Directed by Chris Gatt, Edward Mercieca and Pia Zammit play the bickering landlord and landlady of the pub, as well as 12 other characters that step foot into the establishment over the course of one evening.
Performances are being held at Theatre Next Door in Magħtab this weekend and from February 8 to 11.
For tickets and more www.tnd.com.mt.
This project is supported by Arts Council Malta.