Revitalising Valletta

Mr. David Staples, Managing Director of 'Theatre Projects Consultants', recently gave a presentation on The National Arts Centre Project at the Mediterranean Conference Centre, in Valletta.

During his presentation, Mr. Staples gave an interview of arts development around the world, the concept of a National Arts Centre for Malta, and the benefits which such a centre could bring to the island. 'Theatre Project Consultants' were engaged in February 1995 to advise the Maltese Government on the creation of a National Arts Centre.

Mr. Staples' visit was sponsored by the British High Commission, in association with the Ministry of Tourism and the Ministry of Education and Culture. The event was organised by the National Tourism Organisation - Malta.

The distinguished audience for the presentation included the British High Commissioner, Mr. Graham Archer, the Minister of Tourism, Mr. Karmenu Vella, and the Parliamentary Secretary for Youth, Sport, Culture and the Arts, Notary Joe Cilia. Also present were representatives of government bodies and various non-profit organisations linked with the preservation and presentation of Malta's heritage and culture.