CITTA NOTABILE

ORGANISED BY:
ASSOCIAZIONE AGRO PRIOLESE
MUSICI & SBANDIERATORI
Formed in 2011, the group was born out of
national pride and a keen interest in the period
coveringthe15thto the17thcentury. Themotto
Ubi Amici IbidemOpes, whichtheAssociation
adopted, reinforces their commitment to further
thepromotion of education through music and
cultural friendship.
Anak r o n Living Hist o r y
This group of enthusiasts dedicatetheir timeto
there-enactment of theMedieval wayof lifeby
authentically emulating the daily aspects of the
period such as socialising, combat practice and
playing Medieval instruments. The Medieval
Tavern was the main centre of recreational,
entertainment, gamblingandwhereheartyhome
cookedmeal wasalwaysto befound.
Bat t l es Abr oad
Battles Abroad have organized groups of
re-enactors to travel to various locations at
home and abroad to performat historical
events and displays. We started in Mdina
in2005andhavesincebeeninRhodesand
UK locations. Our groups are varied and
cover a wide range of styles and periods,
frombattlesto fullychoreographeddisplays
of living history. We can even provide a
completeHospitallier hospital.
BIBITA
BibitaisformedbyJai Camilleri, JonathanCamilleri
and Chali Grima who are all medieval music
enthusiasts. Bibita will debut in this years festival
withanarrayof authenticmedieval instruments.
Fabio Zaganel l i
Theshowis named Lost in theMiddleAges where
Fabio actsasFabiustheJester of thecourt andfool of
thepeople. A playful saltimbancoandhistrioniccharacter,
guaranteed to add fun and involvetheaudience, heis
always ready to amazewith his high level circus skills
and comedy acts, improvised dialogue plays, rhymes,
poetry and rigmaroles. Fabio is an able showman,
juggler, acrobat, akir and re showman.
FEDERICUSREX MALTA
FALCONERS
Formedbydedicatedfalconersin2008, theclub
wasnamedafter oneof themost powerful Holy
RomanEmperors, Frederick II. Hisbook DeArte
Venandi CumAvibusmeaning(theart of hunting
by birds) is still considered by many falconers
as the main point of reference. The clubs aim
isto re-introducetheart of falconryinMaltato
generatepublic interest and participation in this
ancient art.
1 Bastion Street
T: 21454264 21450208
e-mail: fontanella@global.net.mt
www.fontanellateagarden.com
Fir e Dr ago n Per f o r manc e:
Our mission is to bringhappiness through great energy, passion to our
amazingperformances- acombinationof warmthandsensuality...!
FUNTASIA:
Funtasia is a recently formed team of
e experienced party and kids, eents
animators who provide fun entertainment
to childrenof all ages.
Gr uppo Tambur i Di Buc c her i:
Gruppo Tamburi Di Buccheri wasset upon24
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January2008byagroupof friendswithapassion
for percussion. Today the group is composed
of twenty drummers and the standard bearer.
Their shows consist of historical parades and
highlightedby avariedrepertoireof songs. The
Grouphasperformedall over Italyaswell asin
Tunisiain 2009 receiving numerous awards for
thequalityof their performancesanddedicationto thearts.
HISTORICAL RE-ENACTMENT GROUP
OF MALTA:
Formed in 1998, HRGM specializes in 18
th
and early 19
th
century military lifein Malta. Thegroup has evolved into
Malta`s largest re-enactment outt also proiding workshops
relating to Medieal combat. IRGM is aliated with a
number of European re-enactment groups and organizes
liing history exchanges on regular basis. Recently, a militia
unit was formed, covering the medieval period under the
heading of Il-Mahras, with reference to sentinels of the
sameperiod. Il-Mahrasdepictsatypical garrisonof thelocal
militiawhichservedtheCastellan(Mdina) of Castel Maris(St. Angelo).
Med ieval Wiz ar d r y:
Theduo of BrianRoleandLourdesPalmer hasperformedin
variousevents, bothlocallyandabroad. Adaptingtheir Magic
Act to aMedieval theme, theywill undoubtedlyenchant the
audienceswiththeir performanceat thechildrensareaandon
themainstage.
Sband ier at o r i d i Vignanel l o :
The group was founded in 1969. Since then the group has
participatedinvariousMedieval re-enactmentswithacolourful
and playul nag throwing display that characterised most o the
noblefestivitiesinthepast.
1he nag throwers are accompanied by the sound o trumpeters
and drummers. TheSbandieratori di Vignanello aresureto
entertain thecrowds with their spectacular performancethat
will evoketheMedieval character of our City.
Sho w o f Ar ms:
The aimof the Medieval Sword Fighting and Living
HistoryclubinMalta, isto promoteaparticular period
whichMaltasharedwiththerest of Europe. Thegroup
focusesmainlyontheDark Ages, Renaissanceaswell as
theBaroquephaseswhicharehighlightedbymeansof
arious public lectures and displays. Qualied historians,
master swordsmen and costume experts, all contribute
to theenhancement of theMedieval wayof life. Archery
techniques, sword ghting, including authentic period
weaponryandcostumes, playanimportant part inthis
uniqueshowof arms.
7, Holy Cross Str. Mdin
Tel: 21454004 Mo
VENUES
1. BASTION SQUARE
Showof Arms
Medieval Camps
Archery
Armour Display
Tarot Card Reading
2. ST. PAUL SQUARE
Main Stage
Anakron Tavern Life
Falconryand Birdsof Prey
Main BattleArea
Food & Drink Stands
1.
2.
4.
5.
ProgrammeHighlightsSaturday13
th
April
10:00: Opening Ceremony Opening of Vilhena Gate, Participants
proceedto St. Paul Square. Thiswill befollowedbyaspectacular show.
10:30: Onwards Variousskirmishes, parades, sbandieratori, illusionist,
medieval musicandre-enactmentsinvarioussquaresinthecity.
11:30: BattleinSt. Paul Square A representationof abattlebetween
Corado Castelli andGuglielmo MurinarepresentingKingFrederick IV
andLanciaGatto who occupiedMdinain1376
12:00: Continuation of activities Flights of birds of prey and a
tavern scene in St.Paul Square, animation for children in Mesquita
Squareand aMedieval Kitchen in Greeks Gate. Archery and armour
displayinBastionSquare.
16:30: BattleinSt. Paul Squarestartingat VilhenaGate.
18:00 20:00: Continuationof different eventsinvariouspartsof the
city.
20:00: Closingceremony A paradeanddisplaybyall participantsand
groupsfromSt. Paul Squareto VilhenaGate.
SPECIAL OFFERS DURINGMEDIEVAL MDINA 2013
Mdina. MDN 1231 Malta
Mob: 79490748
VENUES
3. ST. PUBLIUSSQUARE
Information Stand
Guided ToursMeetingPoint
4. MESQUITA SQUARE
ChildrensAnimation Area
Medieval Market
Illusionist
5. GREEKSGATE
HRGM Medieval Kitchen Scene
3.
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ProgrammeHighlightsSunday14
th
April
10:00: OpeningCeremony Openingof VilhenaGate, Participantsproceedto
St. Paul Square. Thiswill befollowedbyaspectacular show.
10:30:Onwards- Variousskirmishes, parades, sbandieratori, illusionist, medieval
musicandre-enactmentsinvariouslocations.
11:30: BattleinSt. Paul Square A representationof abattlebetweenCorado
Castelli andGuglielmoMurinarepresentingKingFrederickIV andLanciaGatto
whooccupiedMdinain1376
12:00: Continuationof activities Flightsof birdsof preyandatavernscene
in St.Paul Square, animation for children in MesquitaSquareand aMedieval
KitcheninGreeks, Gate. Archeryandarmour displayinBastionSquare.
16:00: BattleinSt. Paul Squarestartingat VilhenaGate.
18:30: Final paradeanddisplaybyall participantsinSt. Paul Square.
19:30: Concert of Gregorianchant inSt. Paul Cathedral.
PALAZZO FALSONHI STORI C HOUSE MUSEUM
Open Irom 10am till late
Adults: t5
Students and senior citizens: t 2.50
50 discount on entrance tickets
FREE entrance Ior the children Irom 6 to 12 yrs
RooI-top panoramic view Museum CaIe`
13-14April
MEDI EVAL MDI NA 2013
MUSUEMS & ATTRACTIONS
Name Address Prices Prices
Cathedral Museum Misrahl-Arcisqof Adults3.50 ChildrenandStudent
CardholdersFree
DePiro CultureCentre Triqis-Sur Free
DePiro CultureCentre Triqis-Sur Free
DePiro CultureCentre Triqis-Sur 12.50
Mdina Lxperience MisrahMesquita Special offer
for families
Childrenunder 12yrs
accompaniedbyparentsFree
MdinaGift Shop TriqSanPietru
Medieval Times TriqVillegaignon Special offer
for families
Childrenunder 12yrs
accompaniedbyparentsFree
National Archives TriqVillegaignon
National Museumof
Natural History
MisrahSanPubliju Adults2.50 Childrenunder 12yrsFree
Palazzo Falson TriqVillegaignon Adults5 Children6yrs- 12yrsFree.
Seniors& Students- 2.50
Talesof theSilent City TriqVillegaignon Adults4 Children5yrs- 12yrs2
TheCarmelitePriory TriqVillegaignon Adults2.50 Childrenunder 12yrsFree
TheKnightsof Malta TriqMagazini Special offer
for families
Childrenunder 12yrs
accompaniedbyparentsFree
TheMdinaDungeons MisrahSanPubliju Adults2 Children1
EXHIBITIONS
Subject Place By
Eucharistic
Treasuresof Malta
Palazzo DePiro CultureCentre,
3, Triqis-Sur
Cathedral Museum
Bonzai KappellaSant Agatha, TriqVillegaigon Bonzai CultureGroup
IconsonWood KappellaSanPietru, Triql-Imhazen Daniel Scerri
COFFEE SHOPS/ RESTAURANTS
Name Details
Bacchus FineDining
Ciappetti Typical MalteseFood
DeMondion FineDining
DonMesquitaWineBar Special plattersfor theoccasion
Fontanella A selectionof medieval foodaddedto theusual menu
for theoccasion
Gatto Pardo Bistro andMedieval delicacies
Il-Veduta PanoramicDining
Lemongrass ChineseCuisine
MdinaCafe/ Talesof theSilent City Nougat, Liqueur & WineTasting
Mdina Lxperience Cae Traditional MalteseftiraservedinaMedieval setting
Palazzo DePiro Xpresso Cafe Anoriginal anddeliciousmenufor lunchanddinner
Palazzo FalsonCafe CoffeeShop
Point DeVue Grill house
RistoranteAdelina Sicilianfood
Rosmarino Restaurant Mediterraneancuisinebistro
SharmaRestaurant Lthnic cuisine, belly dancing, re jugglers & lie Ara-
bianmusic
Tat-TaragCafe & Bar OfferingMedieval Delicacies
TheMedinaRestaurant FineDining
TheOldPrioryCafe Traditional Maltesemeat andricedishes
TrattoriaAD 1530- XaraPalace Special Medieval dishesaswell asavariedmenufor
lunchanddinner
ViniumWineBar A selectionof Medieval wines
M
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Par k and Rid e Ser vic e
Saturday13
th
andSunday14
th
April
From10:00till 22:00. ParkingalongTriql-Infetti. Pick upPointsat: Triql-Infetti andSaqqajja
Terminus.
I s-SaqqajaRabat
Tel: 21454117/ Mob: 79920306
Description
Museum
13thApril: 16:15- 17:00Talk onMedieval MusicbyDamiano Binetti & Medieval Ballet by
MaltaArtsEvents.
13th& 14thApril: 11:30- 13:00Medieval Puppet ShowandWorkshop.
13th& 14thApril: 15:00& 18:00LaServaPadrona- OperaBuffa
Audio-Visual Spectacular & Museum
Glass works and handmade demonstrations and rst-hand experience
Historical ScenesfromtheGothicPast
Iistorical building, National Portrait Lxhibition, Archies
Museum. Nature and \arare Lxhibition. Children`s actiities in courtyard.
HistoricHouseMuseum
Walk throughthehistoryof Mdina
CarmelitePrioryandMuseum
An extraordinary and spectacular experience about the Knights o Malta
Real Medieval DungeonChambers
CHILDRENSAREA
Fungamesand
entertainment
byFuntasia
Mesquita
Square
13
th
and14
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April
10:00 18:00 Illusionist, facepainting,
artsandcrafts, gamesand
much more
CONCERT
Sunday14
th
April 19:30 St. Paul
Cathedral
A concert of GregorianChant conductedbyProf.
DioneBuhagiar consistingof famoushymns, antiphons
andpsalmsof thegreat feast andholymasses.
MEDIEVAL MARKET
MesquitaSquare: Various market stalls including Olive Oil, Olives, Honey, Natural Soaps,
Lace& Embroidery, Jewellery, Tinsmith, WoodTurningandCaricaturist.
OTHER STALLS
Variouslocations: FoodandBeverages, nougat, jewellery, tarot readingandothers
LECTURES
Day Time Lecturer Place Subject
13thApril 11:00 KennethCauchi Palazzo SantaSophia ChurchBellsof Malta
13thApril 15:30 Vincent Zammit Palazzo SantaSophia DefendingMalta
14thApril 11:00 Vincent Zammit Palazzo SantaSophia Churchesof Mdina
14thApril 15:30 LiamGauci Palazzo SantaSophia AnEarly16
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CenturyMalteseCorsair
Public Transport: DepartingfromValletta: RouteBus51, 52& 53
To ur s ar o und Md ina
Saturday13
th
April andSunday14
th
April.
Onetour every hour startingat 10:30to 17:30. Meetingpoint in front of VilhenaPalaceby
informationdesk.
Best Balconyand FacadeCompetition:
A competitionfor thebest decorativebalconyandfacadeorganisedbyMalta,^
t: +356 2375 1930 e: info@islandcaterers.com.mt w: www.islandcaterers.com.mt
OUR FRESHEST IDEAS
WE ALWAYS MAKE SURE WERE SERVING UP
A Hist o r ic al Event
Corrado Castelli, a Palermo Baron, was asked by King Frederick IV in 1376 to help Guglielmo Murina,
Castellan at Castel al Mare (St Angelo), quell a Maltese armed insurrection which resulted in the occupation
of the city of Mdina. Corrado is the Kings de facto representative in this mission. As a result, he is in
charge and puts pressure on Murina to move out of his safe castle in Borgu to besiege Mdina. King
lrederick IV was the one who ordered a deployment o Genoese to ght Pellegrino, besieged in Mdina
at an earlier date.
The Maltese rebels are capitanati or led by Lanceas or Lanca Gatto. The fact that Gatto headed this
rebellion is astonishing as he had been honoured with the title of Militesby the same King in person
just three years earlier so he must have had a very good reason to lead the revolt. A notary by profession
and serving as jurat in Mdina, Gatto could not tolerate and may have been greatly concerned about the
degenerating economic situation which would have meant he was at risk of losing much of the wealth he
had amassed. In any case, whatever his reasons were, most of Malta and Gozo was in a state of revolt.
It is important to note that as a Baron rom Palermo, Castelli - was airly strong both nancially and
militarily and thus able to rally his own armed entourage for this endeavour. These armed men may
not have equalled the Genoese force which had been sent by King Frederick just three years earlier, but
certainly powerful enough to end an armed siege. Castelli would have had knights and men at arms, well
trained in battle through continuous connict in the eudal Sicilian wars.
Interestingly enough, Corrados family stayed on in Malta and were given lands by the grateful King Frederick. This may also
show that the life of the nobility in Malta was not bad at all. His son, Manfred also married Murinas daughter. He becomes
castellan, but has no children. It may be because of this that he funded the building of a church in Rabat, dedicated to St
Agatha, were his coat of arms can still be seen. The coat of arms of Guglielmo Murina should actually show a murena head
above the red bands - a representation of the moray eel. Thanks to this another Maltese chapel reveals an engaging story.
Mdina Local Council
Corte Capitanale, Misrah il-Kunsill, Mdina.
Tel: 2145 0707 | E-mail mdina.lc@gov.mt
Medieval Mdina website: www.medievalmdina.eu
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