Valletta

Open Book Fora is a diverse and inclusive gathering where individuals share their stories and explore subjects resonating with contemporary society. This initiative celebrates diversity, fostering openness, inclusivity, and understanding among participants. It reminds us of the power within shared narratives, each intertwining a distinctive thread into the collective experience.

NUYE is a circus and choreographic proposal for six acrobats that starts from the exploration of the dynamics of couple/duo/partner relationships and that reflects the comings and goings between self and others, in a constant search to feel complete.

*Etnika has a two-decade track record of creating original and interactive performances and creative projects that raise awareness of Maltese traditional music, whilst challenging and broadening the concepts of local culture through innovation and integration.

This collaboration between guitar virtuoso Justin Adams, Canzoniere Grecanico violinist and percussionist Salentino and Mauro Durante, stems from a concert directed by Ludovico Einaudi, the Notte della Taranta in Puglia, where the two played together for the first time, recognizing similar spirits in the trance-like rhythms of the Taranta. Together, they create a raw, stripped-down sound that moves and hypnotizes.

Discover 2 on-board experiences: Present, the immersive exhibition with the exceptional collaboration of the Louvre Museum, and the Mediterranean sound voyage created by Ircam x Centre Pompidou.

The festival will have a dedicated think-tank strand, bringing together influential stakeholders to engage in insightful discussions and share experiences on pressing topics such as environmental sustainability, social justice, and personal well-being. This inclusive platform invites communities to actively participate in these conversations, fostering exploration, appreciation, and the acquisition of valuable insights into the pivotal role of the arts within society.