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From Skin to Story: A Makeup and Wigs Masterclass by Kristina Zammit

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 […]

Broadway Comes to Malta: Free Masterclasses for MAVC Students through US Embassy Collaboration

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 […]

Guiding the Stage: A Direction Masterclass by Sean Briffa

As part of the build-up to Mikiel Anton Vassalli College’s much-anticipated annual production, this year’s multidisciplinary triptych “L-Aħħar Bastiment: Stories from the Grand Harbour” is preceded by a series of masterclasses that invite students to explore the behind-the-scenes artistry of professional theatre. The production’s director, Sean Briffa, delivers a masterclass on the craft of directing […]

Gozo Stakeholders Meeting Showcases Erasmus+ Impact and MAVC Grant Success

The Malta National Agency (EUPA) successfully hosted the Gozo Stakeholders Meeting on 16th April 2026 at the Grand Hotel Mgarr, bringing together key stakeholders involved in the implementation of Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps initiatives. The meeting provided an overview of the 2025 programme outcomes, including national performance, comparative insights between Malta and Gozo, and key trends shaping future […]

The Basics of Playwriting: A Scriptwriting Masterclass by Simone Spiteri

In preparation for Mikiel Anton Vassalli College’s yearly production, this year’s multidisciplinary triptych L-Aħħar Bastiment: Stories from the Grand Harbour is preceded by a series of masterclasses which provide an excellent opportunity for students to learn more about the behind-the-scenes of a professional theatrical production. Simone Spiteri – one of the production’s scriptwriters – delivers […]

Storytelling through Light: A Theatre Lighting Masterclass by Kevin Zerafa

In the lead-up to Mikiel Anton Vassalli College’s annual production, this year’s exciting multidisciplinary triptych L-Aħħar Bastiment: Stories from the Grand Harbour is accompanied by a series of masterclasses that give students a deeper understanding of the behind-the-scenes processes of professional theatre. Kevin Zerafa – in charge of light design for this year’s production – […]

Post of Assistant Manager in the Ministry for Education, Sport, Youth, Research & Innovation within Mikiel Anton Vassalli College (MAVC)

https://edurecruitment.gov.mt/Home/Profile?eq=sGBXE3kxB8A%3d The duties of Assistant Manager in the Mikiel Anton Vassalli College (MAVC) include:i. Supports the College’s administrative and governance operations by ensuring that all student-related data –such as profiles, attendances, assessments and reporting – are accurately inputted, validated and managedthrough the College’s digital Platform.ii. Reviews and verify data entered into the Platform (attendance, assessments, […]

Red & White 2026 – A Concert of Polish and Maltese Music

Red and White 2026 celebrates artistic collaboration between Mikiel Anton Vassalli College (MAVC) and The Maxime Orchestra (Poland) through a concert that combines professional orchestral performance with strong educational objectives. The event is conceived as the second edition of what is planned to become an annual concert, creating an ongoing platform for cultural exchange and artistic development […]

One Stage, Many Voices: Inclusion Through the Arts Beyond Language Barriers

As preparations intensify for L-AĦĦAR BASTIMENT – Stories from the Grand Harbour, the Mikiel Anton Vassalli College (MAVC) proudly highlights the participation of international students who have been actively engaged in a series of masterclasses forming part of the preparations for this upcoming live multidisciplinary production. Bringing together learners from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, the […]

MAVC School of Art: Preserving our Artistic Legacy

As part of our commitment to preserving the school’s legacy, we are currently conserving a number of paintings from our historical archive. These paintings have been carefully mounted and framed, forming part of a small display that highlights works created by Giorgio Preca and Willie Apap during their time as students at the school under the direction of […]

Kristina Zammit – Wigs and Makeup for L-Aħħar Bastiment – Stories from the Grand Harbour

Kristina Zammit is a Malta-based makeup artist specialising in film and theatre. She trained in London in Production Media Makeup, where she developed a strong technical and artistic foundation in character creation, period makeup, and on-set continuity. Her training equipped her with both traditional and contemporary techniques, allowing her to adapt her work to a wide […]

Impressions in Bloom: VPA Young Artists Present Their First Collective Art Exhibition

More than 300 young students from the MAVC Gozo Visual and Performing Arts School came together to present their work in the first edition of a collective art exhibition dedicated to young artists. Titled “Impressions in Bloom,” the exhibition takes inspiration from the Impressionist art movement, showcasing a vibrant collection of artworks that reflect the creativity, curiosity, […]