On the 10th anniversary of the death of Mother Teresa of Calcutta, the Don Bosco Oratory in Victoria will be presenting a new musical about the life of this modern-day saint. The musical is being staged locally thanks to the collaboration of Italian composer Michele Paulicelli and writer Piero Castellacci, it has been translated into Maltese by Fr Effie Masini and recorded at the PRO Studios here in Gozo.

Vocal and musical direction has been entrusted to the able hands of singer and composer Pamela Bezzina, who will herself be portraying the leading role of Mother Teresa. Another leading part, that of the first voluntary worker, has been entrusted to singer Mario Caruana.

The lyrics of the songs of the new musical are based on the main highlights of Mother Teresa's mission and teachings. In fact, three songs in the album include the original voice of Mother Teresa, who actually visted Malta on three separate occasions.

'Madre Teresa - the musical' will offer a spectacular event comprising of two hours of songs, music and choreography performed by a cast of one hundred.

The musicals opening night will be on Saturday the 10th of November. Repeat performances will be held on Sunday the 18th, Saturday the 24th and Sunday the 25th of November, with all performances commencing at 7.30pm. Special performances for school children are also being planned.

Tickets for the musical or copies of the CD 'Madre Teresa - the musical' may be obtained from the Don Bosco Oratory in Victoria, or by telephone on 21556616 or 99487751.