ŻiguŻajg Season 2020 | 2021

ŻiguŻajg Season continued in its second year as part of Spazju Kreattiv’s annual programme, with the aim to provide children and their families an opportunity to engage with the arts by professional creatives all year round. Through a series of tailored, in collaboration with ŻiguŻajg Festival, Spazju Kreattiv continues to reach out to younger audiences and their families in cultivating awareness and appreciation for creativity through the presentation of a strong programme of newly developed projects as well as repertoire initiatives.

By producing this season, Spazju Kreattiv seeks to serve the local demand while consolidating its long-term plan to have a strong repertoire which tours locally as well as internationally. With such a framework, ŻiguŻajg Season’s is a staple of Spazju Kreattiv’s programme as it strives to be a catalyst of creative expression through artistic excellence, inclusivity and international exchange.

The 2020|21 programme had a highly diverse selection catering for children ages 0-10, which included cinema screenings, science workshops, dance and theatre shows. The pandemic and ensuing restrictions disrupted many of the plans. However, with some mitigation measures most of the events were still staged and performed live.

Although the past year has been far from plain sailing, together with the Festival team we remain resilient in our plans to continue creating quality projects which entertain existing and prospective audiences. The generations of tomorrow depend on it.

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ProjectTitleStart DateEnd DateNumber of PerformancesNumber of Cancelled Performances due to Covid-19Language Venue/sCreative Team/Distributors
November
ŻiguŻajg FestivalFollow Fruit with Fig

20th November29th November140EnglishOnline Performer & Creator: Bettina Paris
Project Manager: Robyn Vella
Set Construction: Spazju Kreattiv
Composer & Musician: Sean Borg
Sound Recording, Editing & Mastering: Luke Grech/Cornerhouse Studios
Filming & Editing: Sam Chetcuti/Cyberspace.AV
Main Visual Illustration: Julian “Julinu” Mallia
ŻiguŻajg FestivalNinni, Ninni

20th November29th November140Non-VerbalOnline Curator, Co-Writer & Vocalist: Christian Debono
Drummer: Luke Briffa
Bassist: Dean Montanaro
Pianist, Guitarist & Music Supervisor: Noah Fabri
Director of Animation & Co-Writer: Inez Kristina Baldacchino
Animator: Magda Azab
Animator: Isabelle Bernard Thulstrup
Additional Animation: Jesper Andkjær Poulsgærd
Art Department: Leo Chircop
Wardrobe & Set Assistant: Rebecca Calleja
Makeup: Mia Sarah Baldacchino
Production Coordinator & Resource Pack: Ann-Marie Camilleri
Young Creative Programme Apprentice: Gianluca Mifsud
Main Visual Illustration: Julian “Julinu” Mallia
ŻiguŻajg FestivalRiley’s Manic Magic20th November29th November140English Online Artistic Team
Artistic Director & Management for Moveo Dance Company: Dorian Mallia
Rehearsal Director & Management for Moveo Dance Company: Diane Portelli
Screenwriter & 1st AD: Cassi Camilleri
Concept & Choreography: Patsy Chetcuti
Set design: Anna Hovarth
Set Construction: Build Studio
Musical Composition: Albert Garzia
Makeup: Mariella Muscat
Filming & Editing: Sam Chetcuti – Cyberspace AV
Cast
Auntie Mar & Dancer for Moveo Dance Company: Elena Bickle
Glen & Dancer for Moveo Dance Company: Gabriele Farinacci
Riley & Dancer for Moveo Dance Company: Cindelle Bouard
Special thanks to Charlotte Carpentier.
Main Visual Illustration: Julian “Julinu” Mallia
ŻiguŻajg FestivalThe Beast Hunter20th November29th November100EnglishTiktok Created and Performed by James Ryder
ŻiguŻajg FestivalFab Fantasy Fables with Chucky

20th November29th November100English / Maltese Online Drag Queen Storyteller: Chucky Bartolo
Characters: Chucky Bartolo
Direction: Vikesh Godhwani
Story Adaptations: Vikesh Godhwani
Costume Design: Chucky Bartolo
Video Editing: Chucky Bartolo
Translation: Leanne Ellul
Main Visual Illustration: Julian “Julinu” Mallia
ŻiguŻajg FestivalTrouser Girl20th November29th November140EnglishOnline Cast
Lukey / Trouser Girl / Viking Demon Queen: Gianni Selvaggi
Chris / Raybeam: Clare Ghigo
Danny / Transformo / Devlin: Dorothy Bezzina
Janusina / Devlin / Tang / Viola / Darkangel: Maria Eleonora Zammit
Creative Team
Director:Michael Richardson
Writer: Malcolm Galea
Producer: Kate Fenech Field
Production Designer: Isabel Warrington
Costumes: Dorothy Ebejer Castillo, Graziella Sammut and Brian Bonnici
Carpenter: Mario Bartoli
Assistant Set Painter: Marco Bartolo
Wardrobe Assistant: Nicole Sciberras
Makeup: Karyn Schembri Grima
Hair: Guy Galea
Messenger/Driver: James Tabone
Musical Director: Riccardo Bianchi
Music Advisor: Kate Fenech Field
Orchestral Arrangements: Veronique Vella
Orchestra: Players from the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra
Sound Engineer: Alec Massa
Orchestral Manager: Daniela Said
Filming & Editing: Sam Chetcuti, Cyberspace AV
Main Visual Illustration: Julian “Julinu” Mallia
ŻiguŻajg FestivalThe Stage Door20th November29th November4 (Availiable throughout the entire Festival) 0EnglishOnline Director: Nicole Cuschieri
Script Writing Workshop: Veronica Stivala
Song Writing Workshop: Alex Vella Gregory
Tap Dance Workshop: Caroline Curmi
Costume and Props Workshop: Isabel Warrington
Actors: Joseph Zammit, Clara Agius, Maxime Durand
Production Designer: Maxime Durand
Assistant Director: Beppe Abela
Director of Photography: Ben Borg Cardona @ Pineapple Media
Editor: Roger Zammit Pineapple Media
Hair/Makeup: Karen Schembri Grima
Main Visual Illustration: Julian “Julinu” Mallia
ŻiguŻajg FestivalIneż 20th November29th November3 (Availiable throughout the entire Festival) 0Maltese Online Artistic Team
Director: Jean-Marc Cafa’
Writer: Simone Spiteri
Production Company: Studio 18
Videographer: Sam Chetcuti
Editor: Franco Rizzo
Production Coordinator: Robyn Vella
Continuity: Julia Camilleri
Wardrobe and Set, Young Creatives Programme: Ella Coppini
Shadow Director, Young Creatives Programme: Bradley Cachia
Boom mic: Nicholas Gambin
Special thanks to Lovin Malta and Keith Demicoli
Cast & Creative Team
Spettur: Mikhail Basmadjian
Ineż’s Mum: Kristjana Casha
Zep: Matthew Dimech Genuis
Shen: Martina Zammit
Max: Benjamin Abela
Lorry: Adam Ryan
Ineż: Leah Davies
Max’s Friend: Alex Weenink
Assistenta tal-iSpettur: Ella Coppini
Police Officers: Simone Spiteri & James Azzopardi Meli
Sarah (Chorus): Charlotte Formosa
Mariah (Chorus): Marelaine Formosa
Malcolm (Chorus): Michael Farrugia
Jamie (Chorus): Daniel Formosa
Emma (Chorus): Denise Perini
Testimonials: Kristina Catania, Katrina Borg, Sean Azzopardi, Nicky Gambin, Robyn Vella
Voice-overs: Elaine Saliba, Mark Mifsud, Lara Agius, Claudio Carta, Kurt Castillo, Francesca Fenech, James Azzopardi Meli
Main Visual Illustration: Julian “Julinu” Mallia
ŻiguŻajg FestivalThe Whim Reapers 20th November29th November6 Live + 1 Livestream6 (All live versions were cancelled) Non-VerbalValletta Campus Theatre / Online Artistic Team
Production Manager: Elaine Falzon
Scenography: Adrian Mamo
Costumes: Elaine Saliba
Cast
Winston: Jacob Piccinino
Wilbert: Arthur Dumas
Wanita: Lee N Abela
Main Visual Illustration: Julian “Julinu” Mallia
ŻiguŻajg FestivalAlice in Wonderless Land 20th November29th November40Maltese/ EnglishStudio B / Packages Creative Team
Authors: Franca Rame and Dario Fo
Devising & Direction: Sean Buhagiar
Music Composition: Alexandra Alden
Production Design & Video Artist: Francesca Mercieca
Voice Artist: Mariele Zammit
Sound Design: Ocki Klootwijk


Authors: Franca Rame and Dario Fo
In collaboration with: Teatru Malta
Supported by: Italian Cultural Institute, Ministry for Justice, Equality and Governance, Parliamentary Secretariat for Equality and Reforms, Arts Council Malta
Main Visual Illustration: Julian “Julinu” Mallia
December
ŻiguŻajg Season The Grufallo’s Child 5th December 5th December11 (Due to programming not Covid) English CinemaProducer / Director: Magic Light Pictures in association with Studio Soi
© Orange Eyes Limited 2011
ŻiguŻajg Season Sarah and Duck Christmas Special12th December 12th December10English CinemaProducer / Director: Karrot Entertainment
ŻiguŻajg Season Insects – Kids Dig Science 19th December 19th December 10English Studio BProducer/Director: Edward Duca
Partners:Science in the City, Malta Chamber of Scientists
Creative Team:
Producer: Edward Duca
Coordinator: Karen Fiorini
Performers: Sean Briffa, Jeremy Grech
ŻiguŻajg Season Erneste and Celestine en Hiver 20th December 20th December 10French with English Subtitles Cinema Producer / Director: Julien Chheng & Jean-Christopher Roger II
Partners: Alliance Francaise
ŻiguŻajg Season Stickman27th December 27th December 10English CinemaProducer / Director: Magic Light Pictures
© Orange Eyes Limited 2015
Visual ArtsKartolini Tal-Milied 10th December 10th January10N/ASpace BCreative team
Dr Lydia Abela

Partners
Arts Council Malta, Spazju Kreattiv, The Mikiel Anton Vassalli College, Malta School of Arts, The Office of the Commissioner for Children

January
ŻiguŻajg Season The Grufallo’s Child 3rd January 3rd January 10English CinemaProducer / Director: Magic Light Pictures in association with Studio Soi
© Orange Eyes Limited 2011
ŻiguŻajg Season Journeys – Messy goes to Okido Series 9th January9th January10English CinemaProducer / Director: OKIDO Studio
ŻiguŻajg Season The Whimsical Adventures of Smart and Bart Series – The Maltese Flag 16th January 17th January 23 (No sales) English Studio AProducer/Director: Jeremy Grech
Creative Team: Jeremy Grech & Sean Briffa
February
ŻiguŻajg Season Genes – Kids Dig Science 6th February6th Febraury 10EnglishStudio BProducer/Director: Edward Duca
Partners:Science in the City, Malta Chamber of Scientists
Creative Team:
Producer: Edward Duca
Coordinator: Karen Fiorini
Performers: Sean Briffa, Jeremy Grech
ŻiguŻajg Season Sarah and Duck – Animal Visits 13th February13th February10EnglishCinema Producer / Director: Karrot Entertainment
ŻiguŻajg Season Tales of Africa – Part 1 20th February20th February10French with English Subtitles Cinema Producer / Director: Djilali Beskri
Partners: Alliance Francaise
ŻiguŻajg Season Baby Bobby’s Series – Spring26th February 28th February50EnglishStudio AProducer/Director: Steffie Weenink
Performers: Sean Borg, Lara Agius & Sean Briffa
Artistic Design/Visuals: Sean Briffa
June
ŻiguŻajg Season Sarah and Duck – Summer Collection12th June10EnglishCinemaCreated bu: Karrot Entertainment
ŻiguŻajg Season Baby Bobby’s Series – Summer25th June27th June50EnglishStudio ACreative TeamProducer/Director:Steffie WeeninkPerformers:Sean Borg, Lara Agius & Sean BriffaArtistic Design/Visuals:Sean Briffa
July
ŻiguŻajg Season Whimsical Adventures of Smart & Bart17th July18th July50EnglishStudio ACreative TeamProducer/Director:Sean BriffaPerformers:Jeremy Grech & Sean Briffa