Tomorrow evening is the opening night of PLIGHT – with the Destaged Dance of Gozo – a compelling triple bill of contemporary dance that promises an immersive and intimate experience.

The opening night on Friday is fully booked, but there are still a few seats available for Saturday’s performance.

This unique production weaves together three distinct works, each exploring challenging and difficult situations, all while offering a deeply personal insight into the artist’s own journey.

The three works being performed are:

• “Ara Naqra” – A captivating danced installation, which explores a common social practice. The dancers are confined to their space, while the audience surrounds them and even share some of this space.

• “The Mother in Me” – A poignant contemporary dance interpretation of Maleficent’s story, inspired by Serena Valentino’s “Mistress of Evil.” This work delves into the complexities of Maleficent’s past and how this led to the destructive relationship she had with her own daughter, Aurora and ultimately her own demise.

• “The Day you were not” – A deeply moving danced journey through the stages of grief, offering a powerful and emotional experience.

Destaged Dance explained that the title, PLIGHT, serves as a thematic anchor, subtly connecting these three works. Each piece, in its own unique way, delves into challenging and difficult situations. “What makes PLIGHT truly unique is its profound personal connection to the artist.”

These three works were created over a ten-year period, representing a significant progression and growth through the artist’s own life. Audiences will witness a journey of emotional maturity and artistic evolution unfold on stage, said Destaged Dance.

Through these thought-provoking performances, Destaged Dance said it aims to create a closer bond between the audience and the dancers, fostering a richer appreciation for the art form. PLIGHT contributes to Malta’s cultural landscape by offering an engaging and accessible contemporary dance experience, inviting audiences to reflect on the complexities of the human condition through a deeply personal lens.

“This project also fosters dynamic collaborations between local and foreign artists, creating a vibrant bridge between local and international talent,” it said. “This international exchange not only enriches the performances but also provides unique learning opportunities for everyone involved.”

PLIGHT is being performed at the new Sir Arturo Mercieca Primary School Hall in Victoria Gozo, on Saturday, the 25th of October, starting at 8pm.

Tickets are free of charge, but booking on destageddance@gmail.com is necessary.

Destaged Dance said that this performance is sponsored by The Cultural Heritage Directorate within The Ministry for Gozo and Planning, and supported by The Gozo Collage and Teatru tal-Opera Aurora.

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