Set in the darkest of times, when Turks pillaged and looted the Maltese islands, our story revolves around the Inguanez family and their three children: Lucia, Maria and Tinu. Lucia, the eldest, is betrothed to a young noble, Mikiel, despite being secretly in love with Ġamri, the baker’s son, and the Inguanez family is confronted with a peculiar love triangle. Disaster strikes when the when the two younger children go missing, pulled down a well by Belliegħa, who is bored of her dull, monotonous life. Maria and Tinu find themselves in the underworld, home of forgotten mythical Maltese creatures, such as Babaw, Sarangu and Saħħara. Secrets come to light and the promise of hope returns, but the search for the children causes imbalance and shatters the barriers between the two worlds.

This project combines the efforts of many talented artists specialised in a variety of media, each of whom drives his/her art towards this one common finish line. Through the collaboration of these local script writers, artistic directors, visual artists, costume designers, lighting designers, vocal coaches, choreographers and obviously talented performers including some local well acclaimed musicians, this entire project is an amalgamation of literary, performing and visual arts to feast all eyes and ears.

This is a show for all the family. It is attractive and educational for people of all ages. The script and songs will be performed in the English language and live in their entirety. It is the fairy tale of the Maltese islands. Tickets can be purchased on www.ticketline.com.mt or by calling 79848788. Tickets cost €20 and €25. 16th and 17th September Pjazza Teatru Rjal.