Welcome to the Mikiel Anton Vassalli College (MAVC), a vibrant home for Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) education in Malta and Gozo. Established on 19 November 2018 and named after the father of the Maltese language, the College brings together people of all ages who wish to discover, develop, and celebrate their artistic potential.
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On the 23rd and 24th of March a Personal Development (PD) session was hosted at MAVC Malta School of Art. The atmosphere was collaborative and focused, with participants engaging in shaping our teaching and learning framework. By the end, everyone was keen to move forward together on attendance, feedback, evaluation, and beyond. Several core areas […]
Following the tour of the Malta Biennale Pavilion, Heritage Malta led a hands-on workshop on Personal Identity. This collaboration allowed our students to translate observations into personal reflection, linking themes from the Malta Biennale to their own experiences and cultural backgrounds. The workshop encouraged dialogue, self-exploration, and creative processes that complemented the gallery experience. We […]
On the 12th of April students from MAVC Malta School of Art were welcomed to Naxxar where they experienced a vibrant showcase of artisans, traditional trades, and living craft. While wandering through St. Lucy Street and its alleys they witnessed exhibitions by artisans and local crafts, diverse trades, local food, traditional music, folklore groups, guided […]
In preparation for Mikiel Anton Vassalli College’s (MAVC) yearly production, this year’s multidisciplinary triptych L-Aħħar Bastiment: Stories from the Grand Harbour is preceded by a series of masterclasses which provided the opportunity for students to learn more about the behind-the-scenes of a professional theatrical production. Martin Farrugia – one of the production’s scriptwriters – delivers […]
Blurb: Diane Portelli is one of the choreographers in Mikiel Anton Vassalli College’s (MAVC) multidisciplinary triptych, this year named “L-Aħħar Bastiment: Stories from the Grand Harbour”. In anticipation of this production, Diane delivered a masterclass on choreography. These masterclasses are offerred and organised by the Department of Multidisciplinary Arts Studies within MAVC offering students a […]
The MAVC Malta School of Art is honoured to acknowledge a generous donation by the Theuma family, consisting of a collection of clay statues and maquettes created by former student Gino Theuma. This meaningful contribution strengthens the School’s role not only as a place of learning, but also as a guardian of Malta’s artistic heritage. […]
In the lead-up to Mikiel Anton Vassalli College’s (MAVC) annual production, this year’s multidisciplinary triptych L-Aħħar Bastiment: Stories from the Grand Harbour is introduced through a series of masterclasses. These masterclasses are offerred and organised by the Department of Multidisciplinary Arts Studies within MAVC offering students a glimpse into the craft and collaboration behind a […]
Ahead of Mikiel Anton Vassalli College’s annual production, this year’s multidisciplinary triptych L-Aħħar Bastiment: Stories from the Grand Harbour is enriched by a series of masterclasses designed to immerse students in the craft of professional theatre production. Sarah Grech, the costume designer for the production gives a masterclass on costume design. This masterclass offered a […]
Leading up to Mikiel Anton Vassalli College’s annual production, this year’s multidisciplinary triptych L-Aħħar Bastiment: Stories from the Grand Harbour unfolds alongside a series of masterclasses, giving students insight into the creative processes behind professional theatre. Kristina Zammit – who is the makeup and wigs artist for this year’s production – delivered this masterclass on […]
The Mikiel Anton Vassalli College (MAVC), in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Malta, is proud to announce a unique opportunity for performing arts students this May, as members of the renowned Broadway company ‘Company E’ are to visit the MAVC, Malta School of Drama & Dance to deliver a series of exclusive masterclasses. Taking […]