Based on surviving court transcripts, It’s True, It’s True, It’s True by Breach Theatre dramatises the seven-month trial in 1612 of Agostino Tassi, accused of sexually assaulting Baroque painter Artemisia Gentileschi – a case that captivated Renaissance Rome and continues to provoke thought and reflection on how much has truly changed in the last four centuries.
The critically acclaimed production blends myth, history, and contemporary commentary to tell the powerful story of a woman who took revenge through her art, ultimately becoming one of the most successful painters of her generation.
Naħliflek, the new translation in Maltese by Kim Dalli, brings the story closer to home, featuring a formidable cast that includes Clare Agius and Sarah-Lee Zammit, with the participation of Analise Mifsud and Claire Tonna, under the direction of Marta Vella and produced by Daniel Azzopardi.
Language: Maltese (English surtitles available for the performances on Sunday, 19th October and Friday, 24th October)
Duration: Approximately one hour
Due to the intimate nature of the venue and performance, seating will be unnumbered and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis
Post-show panel discussions on Artemisia Gentileschi’s life and impact, as well as on the theme of women’s empowerment in contemporary society, are planned for the premiere on Friday, 17th October, and Thursday, 23rd October 2025.
This project is supported by Arts Council Malta, in collaboration with the Istituto Italiano di Cultura di La Valletta & Heritage Malta.