Entertainment and Leisure
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ADDRESS: Grupp Universitarji Għawdxin, GUG, University of Malta - Gozo Campus, Mġarr Road, Xewkija, Gozo, Malta. WEB: www.gug.org.mt/ EMAIL: [email protected] Mobile: 00356 79256904 Entertainment and Leisure A leisure report has been carried out by the Gozo University Group (GUG) in the early months of 2013. The report contains conclusions drawn from a consultation which was done amongst Gozitan students studying in Malta. The respondents answered to 5 questions which asked them about issues related to leisure and entertainment in Gozo: 1. Do you usually attend events of a cultural / artistic / entertaining nature? 2. Which events do you prefer and why? 3. What would you change about events in general or specific events? 4. If you were to create events, or suggest ways to manage them, how would you proceed? (organisation, place, time etc.) And what/who would you want to feature? (bands, DJs, Public talks, debates, plays etc,) 5. Do you see potential for more entertainment/leisure activities in Gozo? 6. How do you think event planning could battle-out low attendance? The vast majority of respondents assert that they attend cultural and artistic events while only a few admit to going to none. As to which event they prefer, a good part agree on music and entertainment brought about by live bands, clubs and concerts or even lounges. Others show more interest in other artistic fields, such as drama, painting and dancing. Interestingly, some participants comment about the psychological benefits of such events in which one could break away from the usual weekly routine. Some respondents showed interest in quieter environments, such as nature walks, picnics and beaches. When the participants are asked to analyse and criticise events, many positive factors arise as well as less positive ones. Some events are described as repetitive as well as particular artists who feature too often in the weekend. Participants yearn for more variety and frequency in leisure and entertaining, but they also insist on better organising and coordination when it comes to dates: many events seem to be clashing often. Some even expressed their desire for completely different events, such as stand-up comedy or more politically affiliated events in which the youth would be more involved. Another alarming factor is the marketing and promotion of events; many respondents are concerned about the lack of publicity and knowledge of ongoing events. This could be reached, as some point out, by the promotion and involvement of young people. Other pointed out that the events if promoted in a good manner could attract young people from Malta and that could boast the Gozitan economy.
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A leisure report has been carried out by the Gozo University Group (GUG) in the early months of 2013. The report contains conclusions drawn from a consultation which was done amongst Gozitan students studying in Malta.
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ADDRESS: Grupp Universitarji Għawdxin, GUG, University of Malta - Gozo Campus,
Mġarr Road, Xewkija, Gozo, Malta. WEB: www.gug.org.mt/ EMAIL: [email protected]
Mobile: 00356 79256904
Entertainment and Leisure
A leisure report has been carried out by the Gozo University Group (GUG) in the early months
of 2013. The report contains conclusions drawn from a consultation which was done amongst
Gozitan students studying in Malta. The respondents answered to 5 questions which asked
them about issues related to leisure and entertainment in Gozo:
1. Do you usually attend events of a cultural / artistic / entertaining nature?
2. Which events do you prefer and why?
3. What would you change about events in general or specific events?
4. If you were to create events, or suggest ways to manage them, how would you
proceed? (organisation, place, time etc.) And what/who would you want to
feature? (bands, DJs, Public talks, debates, plays etc,)
5. Do you see potential for more entertainment/leisure activities in Gozo?
6. How do you think event planning could battle-out low attendance?
The vast majority of respondents assert that they attend cultural and artistic events while only
a few admit to going to none. As to which event they prefer, a good part agree on music and
entertainment brought about by live bands, clubs and concerts or even lounges. Others show
more interest in other artistic fields, such as drama, painting and dancing. Interestingly, some
participants comment about the psychological benefits of such events in which one could
break away from the usual weekly routine. Some respondents showed interest in quieter
environments, such as nature walks, picnics and beaches.
When the participants are asked to analyse and criticise events, many positive factors arise
as well as less positive ones. Some events are described as repetitive as well as particular
artists who feature too often in the weekend. Participants yearn for more variety and frequency
in leisure and entertaining, but they also insist on better organising and coordination when it
comes to dates: many events seem to be clashing often. Some even expressed their desire
for completely different events, such as stand-up comedy or more politically affiliated events
in which the youth would be more involved.
Another alarming factor is the marketing and promotion of events; many respondents are
concerned about the lack of publicity and knowledge of ongoing events. This could be
reached, as some point out, by the promotion and involvement of young people. Other pointed
out that the events if promoted in a good manner could attract young people from Malta and
that could boast the Gozitan economy.
ADDRESS: Grupp Universitarji Għawdxin, GUG, University of Malta - Gozo Campus,
Mġarr Road, Xewkija, Gozo, Malta. WEB: www.gug.org.mt/ EMAIL: [email protected]
Mobile: 00356 79256904
When the respondents are asked about how they perceive the future of leisure and
entertainment in Gozo, many are quite positive, saying that Gozo has great potential to keep
hosting cultural and social events. Many underline the fact that people have a lot to offer and
their skills should be properly exploited by local events. Others point out the seasonal
drawbacks in which events in Gozo seem to diminish acutely because of the quiet months;
this must be tackled they sustain. Other factors such as interest and diversity are discussed
by the participants – local people should be more interested and events should be more
diverse.
When asked about how to battle-out low attendance, respondents point out to organisation
skills as well as marketing issues. Expansion and suitable funding are also turning points to
success according to the respondents.
In conclusion, the report illustrates a panorama of events and activities which are enjoyed by
Gozitan youth as well as a constructive criticism on their part. In as much as there is great
positive feedback regarding leisure and entertainment in Gozo, there are some factors that
clearly need to be tackled. The youth need to feel involved and included as well their ideas
and proposals. This information should serve as a base to start tackling certain issues
concerning event planning on the island.
