A learning community focused on creative entrepreneurship & arts education in Malta.
Studio 18 is a community of creative practice and learning, established in 2013. OUR PROGRAMMES
Contemporary Theatre Making (Creative Lab)
Acting
Musical Theatre
Playwriting
1-2-1 Coaching
Individual Audition Prep
Production Arts (in collaboration with Spazju Kreattiv)
OUR VALUES
Creativity and Innovation
Quality Learning
Communication and Collaboration
Play
Critical Artistry
Active Citizenship
OUR TEAM
Creative Director | Jean-Marc Cafa`
Director of Learning | Simone Spiteri
Director of Strategy | James Azzopardi Meli
Programme Coordinator | Robyn Vella
Senior Mentor for Wellness | Rebecca Attard
Senior Mentor for Musical Theatre | Rachel Fabri
Mentor for Music | Aleandro Spiteri Monsigneur
Mentor for Movement | Matthew Zammit
Wellness Officer | Nicola Camilleri
International Consultant | Paul Edwards
Learning Consultants | Ian Azzopardi Meli, Learning360 Foundation
Creative Associates | Andre` Agius, Christina Cauchi, Chris Gatt
Last week, Our Creative Director Jean-Marc Cafa` shared Studio 18’s journey and work with the EU Commissioner and cabinet for Youth, Culture, Sport and Intergenerational Fairness.
The session did not only showcase our projects and efforts, but explored the intersectionality of the four focus areas, and the power of inner development, connection and co-creation.
In the spirit of working together, Jean-Marc was fortunate to have been joined by two co-creators who have played an important part in the evolution of Studio 18:
👉 Matt Zammit (ProClinic), who shared insights and initiatives related to importance of movement in wellness and learning
👉 Zach Ciappara (FreeHour Malta), who shared key insights into Gen Z trends and workplace realities
Together, we were able to give a snapshot of what Studio 18 is about: connecting ideas and individuals in creativity, education, and business, to help future generations thrive.
It is encouraging to see many stakeholders come to the table to deep-dive into these conversations, and we look forward with excitement to what comes next.
01/10/2025
Is the artist–scientist partnership the secret to unlocking real change? 🧠🎨
Science gives us the data. Artists give us the story.
One informs, the other transforms. Together, they can move people from awareness to action.
Yet, collaboration between artists and scientists is still too often treated as a buzzword rather than the key it could be. Without imagination, data struggles to connect. Without evidence, creativity risks being dismissed.
At CoRES, we believe the future lies in bridging these worlds — designing climate responses that speak to both head and heart. Because when science and creativity work in sync, resilience becomes possible.
CoRES is co-funded by the European Education and Culture Executive Agency of the European Commission (EACEA) under the Culture strand of Creative Europe 2021 – 2027 and the Deputy Ministry of Culture in Cyprus.
17/09/2025
🌍 Is the climate crisis really a failure of science, or of imagination?
The data is there. The warnings are clear.
What’s missing is the ability to connect, to move, to inspire action at scale.
That’s where culture comes in.
Because science informs, but art transforms. Together, they activate real change.
Through CoRES, we’re asking the questions that bring culture and creativity to the heart of climate solutions.
CoRES is co-funded by the European Education and Culture Executive Agency of the European Commission (EACEA) under the Culture strand of Creative Europe 2021 – 2027 and the Deputy Ministry of Culture in Cyprus.
10/09/2025
Gen Z know exactly what they want from work,and it comes in layers.
1. At the base: essentials like salary, culture, and work-life balance.
2. In the middle: drivers like job security, progression, purpose, and leadership.
3. At the top: enhancers that differentiate but don’t replace the basics.
📊 Understanding these expectations is one thing. Turning them into action is another.
That’s why we’re hosting:
Leading Across Generations: What Matters, What’s Myth, What Works
🗓 30th September | 🕗 09:00–10:00 | 📍 Online
📊 79% of young people say clear career progression is non-negotiable.
For Gen Z, it’s not just about having a job, it’s about knowing where that job can take them. Organisations that can map out growth pathways will be the ones to attract, engage, and retain the next generation of talent.
That’s why we’re diving into what matters, what’s myth, and what actually works when it comes to leading across generations.
Join our next webinar:
Leading Across Generations: What Matters, What’s Myth, What Works
🗓 30th September | 🕗 09:00–10:00 | 📍 Online
Leading Across Generations: What Matters, What’s Myth, What Works - Hosted by Studio18 Malta
Back by popular demand, following the success of our recent Business Breakfast in collaboration with FreeHour, we’re back with a more focused webinar aimed specifically at helping HR professionals and team leaders turn Gen-Z insights into real, actionable strategies.
Led by Jean Marc Cafa, expert in people excellence and intergenerational change, this webinar will explore the real challenges of leading across generations, and what actually works in today’s workplace.
What to expect:
• Proven strategies to attract, engage & retain Gen-Z talent
• Exclusive data on Maltese youth in the workplace
• Practical tools for intergenerational leadership
• A starting point for setting up future generations for success
• Open discussion on your current team challenges
🚀 Unlocking the Power of the Youth Workforce with FreeHour Malta & Studio 18 Malta
By 2025, nearly 30% of the workforce will be under 28, and the time to equip leaders for this shift is now. That’s why Studio 18 has been partnering with FreeHour to bring you tailor-made solutions designed to empower young professionals and foster thriving, engaged teams:
📈 From boosting engagement to driving profitability, our programmes are tailored to deliver measurable impact.
Ready to lead the next generation of talent? Click the link here to discover how Studio 18 and FreeHour can transform your leadership strategy 👉 https://lnkd.in/eGQhQrba
Jean-Marc Cafa` | Zach Ciappara
28/08/2025
Can you name a climate policy that actually includes culture? 🎭🌍
If not, the question is why. Culture is not decoration. It should be infrastructure. It shapes values. It sparks empathy. It drives behaviour.
Leaving culture out of climate policy means leaving out one of our most powerful tools for change.
Through CoRES, we’re working to shift this narrative, embedding cultural voices, creative practices, and storytelling into climate action where they belong: at the centre.
Because climate policy without culture is incomplete.
CoRES is co-funded by the European Education and Culture Executive Agency of the European Commission (EACEA) under the Culture strand of Creative Europe 2021 – 2027 and the Deputy Ministry of Culture in Cyprus.
28/08/2025
Can you name a climate policy that actually includes culture? 🎭🌍
If not, the question is why. Culture is not decoration. It should be infrastructure.�It shapes values. It sparks empathy. It drives behaviour.
Leaving culture out of climate policy means leaving out one of our most powerful tools for change.
Through CoRES, we’re working to shift this narrative, embedding cultural voices, creative practices, and storytelling into climate action where they belong: at the centre.
Because climate policy without culture is incomplete.
CoRES is co-funded by the European Education and Culture Executive Agency of the European Commission (EACEA) under the Culture strand of Creative Europe 2021 – 2027 and the Deputy Ministry of Culture in Cyprus.
21/08/2025
A few weeks ago, our team travelled to Sicily to lead a series of team-building workshops for a company retreat 🌿
Using the CliftonStrengths framework, we explored how individuals can lean into their unique talents and how teams can build stronger, more collaborative cultures by recognising and celebrating those strengths.
Because when people know what they bring to the table, teams don’t just function, they thrive.
We’ll soon be opening up spaces for 2026 workshops, designed to help organisations put their people first through creativity, purpose, and practical tools 👀
It’s never too early to start shaping the culture you want to lead.
📩 Get in touch to learn more about how we can support your team.
20/08/2025
Culture and climate may seem worlds apart…but they’re not 🌍
From heritage sites to performing arts, the cultural and creative sector is already deeply affected by climate change. Yet, it remains one of the most underrepresented voices in global climate discourse.
That’s why we’re part of CoRES: Creativity, Resilience, Environment, Sustainability. A Creative Europe project uniting partners across Europe to:
- Bring cultural voices into climate conversations
- Identify sector-specific needs and barriers
- Co-design solutions for a just and green transition
Because climate action without culture isn’t just incomplete, it’s a missed opportunity.
This project is co-funded by the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) of the European Commission under the Culture strand of Creative Europe 2021 – 2027 and the Deputy Ministry of Culture in Cyprus.
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Get inside the box, to think outside of it!
Studio 18 was set up in light of Malta's successful bid to host European Capital of Culture in 2018. Since its inception, the Studio has created work such as #babydaddy and The Brat and That, Limbo and Dear Pete, and performed and collaborated locally and overseas.
The Studio operates in 3 areas:
- training programmes
- performances and projects
- creative learning for schools
Studio 18 activities range from youth projects to individual mentorship, consultancy and services to schools, collaborations with other creative enterprises and ultimately, the Creative Lab. The organisation's unique position at The Box in Mosta and Teatru Salesjan in Sliema allows its members to thrive, collaborate, feed off a host of arts entities which are also resident at this space; this environment is an invaluable stimulus!
Studio 18, an organisation for informal learning, was founded by Creative Director Jean-Marc Cafà, who works with a creative team in consultation with the Board of Creative Associates, has managed the implementation of three highly successful programmes to date.
The Creative Team consists of Jean-Marc, James Azzopardi Meli, Rachel Fabri, Dr Joe Gatt and Ian Azzopardi Meli.
The Board consists of:
- Christopher Gatt (former General Manager of St James Cavalier, freelance director)
- Simone Spiteri (actor, writer, director)
- Daniel Azzopardi (Artistic Director for ZiguZajg Festival and Programme Manager for Spazju Kreattiv)
- Christina Cauchi (Principal of Danza C, Co-Director of RedTape Dance and The Box, choreographer)
Creative Lab
Creative Lab consists of workshops, projects and performances which explore stagecraft and devised work, voice and movement, problem solving, critical analysis and public speaking, among other features. The programme seeks to empower the mind to become insightful, critical, and ultimately creative.
Acceptance is subject to an audition process.
Age: 18+
The Muso Project
A high-energy project which explores Musical Theatre in it's entirety - from song repertoire to musical theatre choreography to acting through song. Members are given the opportunity to participate in workshops and mock auditions, develop a song portfolio, and much more.
Acceptance is subject to an audition process.
Age: 17+
The Actor Project
A programme tailored to hone acting skills, from the basic principles and awareness of voice, body and space to the deconstruction of text, scene studies to physical theatre, improvisation to exploration of methods and practices.
Acceptance is subject to an audition process.
Age: 17+
Mentorship Programme
These sessions cater to the individual's requirements: from audition technique to spoken voice, monologues to the foundations of public speaking.
Actors may also prepare to sit for LAMDA or Trinity examinations at advanced level and diploma level, in acting, performance arts, musical theatre and public speaking.
People interested may set up an appointment with Studio 18. First preference is given to members of the Studio.
Age: 16+
Voice Fit Workshops
Held three times a year, these workshops seek to improve members’ optimum vocal function, sensitivity to text and creativity with sound.
Studio 18 - a creative youth organisation which, by means of the creative and performing arts, is committed to:
1. ensuring that young people can assess their personal qualities, skills and achievements and use them to set goals;
2. empowering young people to explore their options and to encourage them make informed and committed choices;
3. instilling a life-long sense of play and a thirst for knowledge in each member;
4. encouraging social responsibility, active citizenship and an awareness of identity, diversity and legacy in each young person;
5. pushing boundaries with its members, participants, collaborators and audiences;
6. developing new repertoire on a national scale.
CONTACT US
For more information call 79203344, PM us or email info@studio18malta.com.
