The Fig Tree

Is-Siġra tat-Tin (The Fig Tree) was created through a collaboration with Opening Doors - an association that provides creative opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities and hosts performances on a yearly basis, showcasing the work developed by its artistic leaders and trainees. The collaboration provided a creative space for participants to explore themes and subjects which mattered to them and which they wanted to share with audiences, such as the topic of romantic and sexual relationships.
Is-Siġra tat-Tin was created to bring professional theatre practitioners together in creative participation with people with intellectual disabilities. During the process, participants talked about how participation in creative activity can improve their livelihoods and wellbeing. During the process, researchers assessed the impact of the involvement of people with intellectual disabilities in arts-related activities on public attitudes toward social inclusion.