The process of multidisciplinary arts studies for the Opera TRAB – the Rest is Dust,  on TV programme ‘Ghaddi S’hawn’

Mikiel Anton Vassalli College was recently invited to appear on TVM’s program ‘Għaddi S’hawn’, where Mr. Victor Galea, Head of College Network, and Mr. Emanuel Cassar, Drama Educator, provided an exclusive update on the highly anticipated opera TRAB – The Rest is Dust. The Opera ‘TRAB : The Rest is Dust’ is a contemporary Opera in Maltese (with English subtitles) […]

MAVC produced the Aria “Non e ver chi sia contento” from Opera Artasersere by Maltese composer Girolamo Abos (1715-1760)

On the 27th May 2023, Mikiel Anton Vassalli College presented the project Ġawhar Misjub, literally meaning Discovered Gems, which focuses on the operatic music of late Maltese composers. This live performance shows the Aria “Non e ver che sia contento” from the opera Artaserse by late Maltese Composer Girolamo Abos (1715-1760). Girolamo Abos was born […]

A Masterclass in Costume Design with Stefania Vella

Last week on the 10th of March, the School of Art in Valletta hosted an inspiring Costume Design Masterclass led by renowned designer Stefania Vella. This session was part of Trab: The Rest is Dust, a project by MAVC (Mikiel Anton Vassalli College) that explores artistic expression and storytelling through visual and performing arts, culminating in an […]

“Piero’s Aria” from the Opera Monna Biancha by Maltese Composer Giuseppe Camilleri (1903-1976)

Mikiel Anton Vassalli College presented the project Ġawhar Misjub, literally meaning Discovered Gems on the 27th May 2023 which focuses on the operatic music of late Maltese composers. This live performance shows Baritone Ken Scicluna singing “Piero’s Aria” from the Opera Monna Biancha by the late Maltese Composer Giuseppe Camilleri (1903-1976). Giuseppe Camilleri was born in […]

MAVC on TV Programme Ġimgħa b’Ġimgħa – Discussing TRAB: The Rest is Dust

Alan Fenech, Head of the MAVC Malta School of Drama and Dance, tenor Charles Vincenti, and student Faith Vella Gregory  from the MAVC Malta School of Music, were invited to appear on the TV programme Ġimgħa b’Ġimgħa. During the program, they shared insights into TRAB: The Rest is Dust, an upcoming contemporary opera composed by Reuben Pace with a libretto […]

TRAB – The Rest is Dust

Set to be premiered on Friday 25th April 2025, at St. Agatha’s Auditorium in Rabat, this ground-breaking live production by Mikiel Anton Vassalli College (MAVC) delves into some of the most pressing issues of our time, including environmental fragility, xenophobia, homophobia, and capitalism. This contemporary opera TRAB – the rest is dust, blends the talents […]

MAVC presents the Overture to the Opera ‘Achille in Schiro’ by late Maltese Composer Giuseppe Arena (1707-1784)

On the 27th May 2023, Mikiel Anton Vassalli College presented the project Ġawhar Misjub, literally meaning Discovered Gems, which focuses on the operatic music of late Maltese composers. This live performance shows the Overture to the Opera Achille in Schiro (1738), written by the late Maltese composer Giuseppe Arena (1707 – 1784). Giuseppe Arena was […]

TRAB: The Rest is Dust Featured on Indigo!

On Tuesday 11th February, MAVC Student Valentina Muscat Vassallo ( a student at the Malta School of Music – Choir), joined the librettist Ġorġ Peresso and composer Reuben pace on the TV programme Indigo where they introduced the upcoming production: An Opera named TRAB – The Rest is Dust, planned to be premiered on the […]

Never performed before! Ugo’s Aria from the Opera Monna Biancha by Giuseppe Camilleri (1903-1976)

On the 27th May 2023, Mikiel Anton Vassalli College (MAVC) presented the project Ġawhar Misjub, literally meaning Discovered Gems, which focuses on the operatic music of late Maltese composers. This live performance shows an Aria from the only opera written by one of the Maltese Composers Giuseppe Camilleri. The name of the Opera is Monna […]

Discover “TRAB: The Rest is Dust”

Step into the world of TRAB : The Rest is Dust, a groundbreaking contemporary opera that dares to confront the most urgent issues of our time. Themes that matter: Environment – A powerful reflection on the fragility of our planet.Xenophobia – A thought-provoking exploration of borders, belonging, and humanity.Capitalism – A bold critique of power, greed, and inequality. This […]

Discover the Birth of a New Opera: “TRAB – The Rest is Dust”

Opera lovers, get ready for an unforgettable experience on 25th April 2025 with “TRAB – The Rest is Dust,” a captivating new work composed by Reuben Pace with a libretto by George Peresso. Presented by the  Head of Mikiel Anton Vassalli College Network, Victor Galea, this opera promises to be a remarkable addition to the world of […]

Happy New Year from all of us!

As we step into 2025, we’re thrilled about the exciting projects and artistic experiences ahead, including the premiere of the new opera ‘Trab: The Rest Is Dust , Music by Reuben Pace on a libretto by Gorg Peresso a production by MAVC and Belt il-Bniedem,’ this April. Thank you for your continued support, and here’s […]