SIMPATICI IS BACK

Simpatici is back with fresh episodes every Sunday at 20.30 on Net Television…

This national sitcom, based on the life of the Cassar family, their neighbours and colleagues at work, kicked off 11 years ago but is still equally fresh nowadays. The summer repetitions are ample proof. The Cassar family is a most normal local family with anything that could happen in our everyday life. Joe and Dora are parents to Ruth, Jason and Mariah. Ruth is married with a son. Jason is his grandma’s favourite, in-Nanna Katrin. This sweet old lady, sometimes wants everything her way… even during her funny antics in front of the statue of St. Anthony in the residence kitchen.

Maybe the simplicity of the plot and characters are the secrets behind the sitcom’s success.

SUMMER TELEVISION SCHEDULE

This summer, the HBP television schedule includes Simpatici, Il-Principal, Mister Fisherman and Gheruq with all programmes to be transmitted on Net Television.

The schedule which starts on July the 5th is the following:

SIMPATICI repeats: 2 episodes daily - Monday to Friday - @ 13:00 and @ 14:05

IL-PRINCIPAL repeats: every Saturday @ 09:00

MISTER FISHERMAN (new series) – every Thursday @ 20:30, repeated on Friday @ 23:30 and Sunday @ 14:05

GHERUQ repeats - every Thursday @ 21:35

Happy Summer Holidays with HBP.

GHERUQ SECOND SEASON

Popular television series Gheruq is now in its second season with more original episodes on Net Television every Wednesday night at 20.30.

Bennard is seriously hit by gunshot. He is taken to hospital and found to be in danger. An urgent operation is necessary. Shocked, his relatives cannot help but think of the recent future, but Bennard himself, still conscious, is thinking about his remote past. His past includes his ancestory of noble blood, yet he was brought up in a farm by a widow who had been estranged by her husband’s father. His past includes the land he tilled through all his life, which his friends were now working to earn a living, but which he took away to sell to estate agents. His past includes his own children who have a right to their father’s land and its benefits. Bennard never meant any harm to anyone. Yet someone shot him.

Does the past reflect the future?

SIMPATICI WEEKEND BREAK

Hermann Bonaci Productions proudly announce another theatrical appointment: SIMPATICI weekend break.

This will be a must for Simpatici followers to watch their favourites in a live performance. Joe and Dora decide to go for a weekend break in idyllic Gozo. They book a hotel and decide to take a rest during their planned weekend. But they find the hotel is not restful at all! Moreover they find that the idea of a weekend break is not only theirs! What happens next makes the most entertaining show for the local theatre audience.

The comedy is to be staged at the Catholic Institute Theatre in Floriana on Saturday the 27th and Sunday the 28th of February and on Saturday the 6th and Sunday the 7th of March 2010. On Saturdays there will be a performance at 19.00 while on Saundays the performance will be staged at 17.00. There will be a single morning performance on Sunday the 7th of March only at 10.

Booking is open at the Catholic Institute Booking Office after 5pm or the whole day from the Catholic Institute Bar, Vision Line Market Centre of Birkirkara, Carmen Azzopardi of Rabat, Tereza Bazaar of Zabbar or Pawlu Testa Travel of Gwardamangia. One may also book online on websites www.istitutkattoliku.com or www.hermannbonaci.com.

GHERUQ: repeats in January

Gheruq episodes which were broadcasted last year are to be repeated on Net Television with two episodes every Saturday at 20.30. Hermann Bonaci Productions announced that the transmission of the repeats will reach the end of March so that a week later, in April, new fresh episodes will be aired on the same Net Television, episodes which will continue with last season’s drama story.

The first episodes of Gheruq take us to a time before the Second World War at a high society residence. One of the servants in the house falls in love with the Baron’s son. What happens? Is there any effect on the family’s relations with the other nobility? And what are the repercussions on today’s generation? Who is Bennard? And what mystery lies shrouded inside his mind?

Who knows what is to happen in the new episodes? Hermann Bonaci Productions’ Gheruq written by Joe Gatt, will be on air on Net Television every Saturday at 20.30 this coming January.

YOUR APPOINTMENT WITH GHERUQ IN APRIL

Gheruq episodes which were broadcasted last year are to be repeated on Net Television with two episodes every Saturday at 20.30. Hermann Bonaci Productions announced that the transmission of the repeats will reach the end of March so that a week later, in April, new fresh episodes will be aired on the same Net Television, episodes which will continue with last season’s drama story.

The first episodes of Gheruq take us to a time before the Second World War at a high society residence. One of the servants in the house falls in love with the Baron’s son. What happens? Is there any effect on the family’s relations with the other nobility? And what are the repercussions on today’s generation? Who is Bennard? And what mystery lies shrouded inside his mind? Who knows what is to happen in the new episodes? Hermann Bonaci Productions’ Gheruq written by Joe Gatt, will be on air on Net Television every Saturday at 20.30 this coming January.

MISSJONI AGAIN FROM OCTOBER

The missions in popular serial Missjoni are to carry on in October on Net Television. The new episodes are to be on air every Wednesday at 20.30. Rodney and Silvana have found out that after their temporal life, an interim life awaits them during which they may settle the mistakes they did in life. During this interim life, they turn into agents to help those still living on our earth, who are considering ending their time in a negative way. By the work they do with others, they would be ready to pass into eternity. During their interim phase, Rodney and Silvana put themselves into the life of others who have different problems. These include drugs and bad habits, unwanted pregnancy, disease, poverty, solitude, power struggles, indifference and many more daily aspects of life. The agency’s director, and secretary never lived on earth and are engaged in taking care of the agents. They mix with mortals as they deem necessary, but let the agents themselves do the job. The job has to be done within a week, their last week on earth, to recover them from the wrongdoings during their temporal life. Starring Olivia Ann Marmara, Hermann Bonaci, Ray Abdilla and Frida Cauchi, along with different actors each episode.

Missjoni - the new series on Net Television

After many successful teleserials, Hermann Bonaci Productions have launched their new project; MISSJONI. This will be another drama series for which the company is renowned. Missjoni will be launched on Net TV from April 2009 every Monday at 20.30.

Click here to read full press release

GHERUQ ON FAMILY TV

Joe Gatt's soap GHERUQ will be transmitted on Family TV every Thursday evening from October.

GĦERUQ takes us to a time before the Second World War at a high society residence. One of the servants in the house falls in love with the Baron’s son. What happens? Is there any effect on the family’s relations with the other nobility? And what are the repercussions on today’s generation?

The consequences may be felt nowadays. Life has changed and our characters find themselves dealing with drugs, inheritance, theft, corruption and power struggle in a sharp conflict between progress and tradition. Who is Bennard? And what mystery lies shrouded inside his mind?

“FLIMKIEN” ON FAMILY TV

As from the last week of next September, Hermann Bonaci Productions’ popular television programme FLIMKIEN is to be broadcasted on Family TV. It will go on air every afternoon from Monday to Friday from 16.15 to 18.15.
The programme will remain committed to entertain while informing the public with anything the viewer deems important to know about. Live from the company’s studio in Tal-Ħandaq, Qormi, the transmission tackles different topics with studio guests to give advice... professional yet easy to follow.
And as from next schedule, FLIMKIEN will also include current issues to be discussed both in the studio and with the general public.
Hosted by Hermann Bonaci and Frida Cauchi, FLIMKIEN on Family TV will uphold its original concept of bringing together presenters, television crew and television audience for a familiar transmission with regular participation by televiewers.

ZEZA TAL-FLAGSHIP RETURNS IN NOVEMBER

After last year’s success, Zeza tal-Flagship will once again return on the Catholic Institute stage. Hermann Bonaci Productions, proudly announce that the musical based on Mikielang Borg’s original script, adapted by Joe Gatt will be performed again next November.
The storyline is based in a Barcellonetta bar where the famous Zeza used to work. Outgoing, lively, cheeky and curvy by nature, Zeza was not only the British sailors’ favourite, but had also Maltese clients from all social classes. Trouble looms when aristocrats are caught in saucy adventures of the oldest profession. Zeza will again be played by well-known actress Frida Cauchi!
The musical is directed by Ray Abdilla, the orchestra will again have Mro. Dominic Darmanin at the helm with dancing provided by Paul Curmi Dancers.
Performances will be held on the 15th, 16th, 22nd and 23rd of November at the Catholic Institute Auditorium.

Hola on Net Television every Saturday

Every Saturday morning with Toni and Rachel hosting a transmission appropriate for the weekend. Discussions about different interesting topics, cultural interviews, Weekend Mania, Teleshopping and spur-of-the-moment humour by Toni and Rachel. What do they have in common? Almost nothing.

“FLIMKIEN” ON TELEVISION MALTA

As from next October, Hermann Bonaci Productions’ popular television programme “FLIMKIEN” is to be broadcasted on Television Malta. It will go on air daily from Monday to Friday between 11.30 and 15.00.

Live from the company’s studio in Tal-Ħandaq, Qormi, the programme is committed to entertain whilst informing the public with anything the viewer deems important to know about with interesting information and advice... professional but yet easy to follow.

Hosted by Hermann Bonaci and Frida Cauchi, FLIMKIEN on Television Malta will uphold its original concept of bringing together presenters, television crew and television audience for a familiar transmission with regular participation by televiewers.

HBP Summer News

Summer is busy as ever at Hermann Bonaci Productions. Recently, news has broken that daily Flimkien, on Smash Television is to be continued throughout summer and beyond. As from October, HBP will be presenting drama Missjoni on Smash Television. Moreover another drama by the name of Gheruq will be transmitted on Net Television from October too.

Rate Cards for the above may be seen at the rate cards page.

Simpatici will be repeated on One Television during summer and our special summer rates may be found below:-

•  30sec commercial during Flimkien for 12 weeks  (During July-Aug-Sept 2007) @ Lm600 + Vat 
• 30sec commercial during Simpatici repeats showing on One TV for 60days (During July-Aug-Sept 2007) @ Lm600 + Vat

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GĦERUQ

Eleven years ago, Hermann Bonaci was heavily involved in the first maltese soap Ipokriti. Nowadays, more than a decade later, Hermann Bonaci is again the person behind the second Maltese soap, by the name of GĦERUQ.

GĦERUQ takes us to a time before the Second World War at a high society residence. One of the servants in the house falls in love with the Baron’s son. What happens? Is there any effect on the family’s relations with the other nobility? And what are the repercussions on today’s generation?
The consequences may be felt nowadays. Life has changed and our characters find themselves dealing with drugs, inheritance, theft, corruption and power struggle in a sharp conflict between progress and tradition. Who is Bennard? And what mystery lies shrouded inside his mind?

GĦERUQ, Hermann Bonaci Productions’ soap opera written by Joe Gatt, will be on air on Net Television this coming October.

“FLIMKIEN” ON SMASH TV

As from the 2nd of April, Hermann Bonaci Productions’ popular television programme “FLIMKIEN” is to be broadcasted on Smash Television. It will go on air every afternoon from Monday to Friday from 16.10 to 18.00 except on Fridays when the programme ends at 17.40.

Live from the company’s studio in Tal-Handaq, Qormi, the programme is committed to entertain whilst informing the public with anything the viewer deems important to know about. The transmission tackles different topics with studio guests to discuss current issues and other themes to guarantee interesting information and advice... professional but yet easy to follow.

Topics include property, cuisine, weddings, family, health, gardening, fashion, pets, hobbies, crafts, computers, make-up, manicure, hairstyle, fitness, environment, travelling, entertainment, culture and much more.

Hosted by Hermann Bonaci and Frida Cauchi, FLIMKIEN on Smash Television upholds its main concept, bringing together presenters, television crew and television audience for a familiar transmission with regular participation by televiewers.

MISSJONI - the new television series

After many successful teleserials, Hermann Bonaci Productions have launched their new project; MISSJONI. This will be another drama series for which the company is renowned. Hermann Bonaci Productions produced the largest number of local television drama series. In fact, during the last years, the company broadcasted more than 340 drama episodes in different serials.

Filming has kicked off in this 39 episode series with a social storyline for all the family have been written by John Suda. The main characters in MISSJONI discover that after our earthly life, there’s another intermediate life which may be not measured by time or space. In this type of life, they turn into agents to help those still in an earthly life who are to end it in a negative way.

Work as an agent serves to settle heavy mistakes on earth, preparing them for eternity. Not everyone becomes an agent. There are those who are condemned right away and others who are granted eternity immediately. But the majority gets the chance to recover.
In their task, agents have to help people on earth with social problems. Throughout the series, therefore, we discover the world of drug trafficking, solitude, sickness, poverty, criminality, old age, indifference and much more daily aspects of life.

In MISSJONI, Hermann Bonaci Productions will be using the latest technology in special effects. Moreover, much different from other productions, each episode takes us through different plots, different circumstances and different characters. In effect only four actors are present throughout the series; Olivia Ann Marmara, Hermann Bonaci, Frida Cauchi and John Suda. The rest are all different for each episode. As a result, more than 200 actors will take part throughout the whole production. Truly innovative!

EXTRA ZEZA TAL-FLAGSHIP SHOW

Due to popular demand, Hermann Bonaci Productions would like to announce that they will be adding an extra performance to their schedule of musical Zeza tal-Flagship on the 9th of February at the Catholic Institute in Floriana.
This local classic comedy, written by Mikielang Borg early in the last century, is based in a Barcellonetta bar where the famous Zeza used to work. Outgoing, lively, cheeky and curvy by nature, Zeza was not only the British sailors’ favourite, but had also Maltese clients from all social classes. Trouble looms when aristocrats are caught in saucy adventures of the oldest profession. Zeza will be played by well-known actress Frida Cauchi.
Borg’s original script has been adapted into this new version by Joe Gatt with songs written on melodies from well known musicals. The orchestra is under Mro. Dominic Darmanin’s baton and Paul Curmi Dancers play the Flagship dancing troupe.
The cast is made up of  popular actors and actresses. The main part, Zeza, is played by Frida Cauchi, very popular on television, while the rest of the group is made up of Hermann Bonaci, Simon Curmi, Marianne Muscat, Brian Farrugia, Simone Zammit, Triccas, Christabelle Curmi, Marilyn Custo, Joe Gatt, Antoinette Bonaci, Ronnie Galea, Mary Zarb and Neville Refalo, all under Ray Abdilla’s direction.

ŻEŻA TAL-FLAGSHIP AT THE CATHOLIC INSTITUTE

The long awaited musical comedy Zeza tal-Flagship by Hermann Bonaci Productions has finally arrived. The local classic, originally written by Mikelang Borg, has been re-scripted by Joe Gatt to be sung on popular melodies.
The Flagship Bar was located in Barcellonetta, a part of Floriana close to the barracks, where the famous diva Zeza used to work after the First World War. Outgoing, lively, cheeky and curvy by nature, Zeza was not only the British sailors’ favourite, but had also Maltese clients from all social classes. Saucy adventure may tempt everyone, even the most noble of Medina. They are all human after all. But trouble looms when certain well-known aristocrats are caught practising the oldest profession. All this and more truly makes Zeza tal-Flagship a production not to be missed.

The original author,Mikelang Borg, was the founder of the renowned theatrical company Indipendenza by the end of the nineteenth century. Under his direction, the company used to perform regularly at the Manoel Theatre with an entirely Maltese repertoire, which was not so common in those days. He used to publish satirical newspapers, always socio-educationally intentioned. As an editor, he had to face justice whenever someone in authority felt he was slandered in any way. Once Mikelang was imprisoned for three days after refusing to uncover the identity of a student who had written an article about the University’s Rector.
Out of all of Mikelang’s literature, with a career spanning over 50 years, Zeza tal-Flagship remains the most popular, even nowadays, almost a century after its premier. And that was the reason why Hermann Bonaci Productions decided to revive the comic storyline with a musical for all.

Most of the actors are well known. Frida Cauchi will play Zeza, while the other parts will be performed by Hermann Bonaci, Simon Curmi, Marianne Muscat, Brian Farrugia, Simone Zammit, Triccas, Christabelle Curmi, Marilyn Custo, Joe Gatt, Antoinette Bonaci, Ronnie Galea, Mary Zarb and Neville Refalo. The night club’s dancing troupe is to be presented by the Paul Curmi Dancers, to the choreography of Eldridge Saliba Curmi, Sarah Mercieca and AnnMarie Baldacchino.

Music will be played live by an orchestra directed by Maestro Dominic Darmanin.

Żeża tal-Flagship, under Ray Abdilla’s direction, is to be performed at the Catholic Institute Theatre on the 2nd, 4th, 10th and 11th of February 2007. Booking is open.

SIMPATICI ON STAGE

Hermann Bonaci Productions proudly announce their first theatrical appointment for the season: SIMPATIĊI l-aqwa familja.

The comedy is to be staged at the Catholic Institute Theatre in Floriana on the 28th and 29th of October. This will be a must for Simpatici followers to watch their favourites in a live performance. Joe Cassar is feeling miserable. He believes that his life was a complete failure and that he never succeeded in doing something useful. Everyone has his own opinion about what happens and misunderstandings are the order of the day in a most entertaining show.

Starring: Hermann Bonaci, Frida Cauchi, Mary Rose Bonello, Brian Farrugia, Ray Abdilla, Joe Gatt, Mary Rose Mallia, John Suda, Simon Curmi, Kurt Castillo, Rachel Micallef, Doreen Cini, Antoinette Bonaci, Ronnie Galea, Kevin Spiteri, Stephanie Bonaci and Mariah Bonaci.

“FLIMKIEN” TV MAGAZINE LAUNCHED

During a press conference at Il Cortile Farmhouse in Naxxar, Hermann Bonaci Productions launched their new television magazine programme for next season: Flimkien.

The new edition of the programme, which under different names has been going on for the past five years, will be hosted by Hermann Bonaci, Frida Cauchi and Rennie Vella daily from Monday to Friday on Super One Television between 11.00 and 13.30.

Live from the company’s studio in Handaq, Qormi, the programme is committed to entertain whilst informing the public with anything the viewer deems important to know about. The transmission tackles different topics with studio guests to discuss current issues and other themes to guarantee interesting information and advice... professional but yet easy to follow.

Topics include property, cuisine, weddings, family, health, gardening, fashion, pets, hobbies, crafts, computers, make-up, manicure, hairstyle, fitness, environment, travelling, entertainment, culture and sport along with legal advice, internet banking, insurance, investment, waste recycling and much more. Furthermore, each week the programme is dedicated to a local town or village with information about the locality, its people and its particular identity.

The new studio setup, new format and new concept of the programme are a guarantee that Flimkien will be the transmission the viewers will be waiting for next October.

SIMPATICI ON BREAK

Due to the World Cup games, Super One Television and Hermann Bonaci Productions have decided to stop transmitting popular sitcom Simpatici for this season. The remaining episodes will be broadcast during the next season.
However, during the summer months, televiewers may still enjoy the repetitions of their most favourite Simpatici episodes on Super One Television.

As from next season, apart from the sitcom which has now surpassed its 150th episode regarding the family Cassar, Hermann Bonaci Productions are also preparing a daily programme for all the family.

FRIDA CAUCHI FIL-PARTI TA’ ZEZA TAL-FLAGSHIP

Hermann Bonaci Productions, bi pjacir qeghdin ihabbru wahda mill-produzzjonijiet teatrali li se jtellghu fl-istagun li gej, wara li jghaddu x-xhur sajfin.

Din il-produzzjoni se tkun Zeza tal-Flagship, kummiedja klassika lokali li l-awtur originali taghha, Mikielang Borg, kien welled fil-bidu tas-seklu li ghadda. Il-grajja tehodna f’hanut tax-xorb fi Strada Stretta wara l-Ewwel Gwerra Dinjija fejn id-diva mfittxija minn kulhadd hija Zeza, mara fuq ruhha, vivaci, inkejjuza, tpacpac hafna u mzejna min-natura. F’dan il-hanut fejn tahdem Zeza ma kienux imorru biss bahrin u suldati Inglizi, izda anke Maltin ta’ kull klassi ghal xi skappatura. L-intricci bejn l-unur ta’ persuni aristokratici maqbuda f’avventuri ta’ l-eqdem professjoni huma mhallta ma’ karattri ikkuluriti biex jaghmlu Zeza tal-Flagship kummiedja li mhux ta’ min jitlef. U fil-parti ewlenija se jkollna lil Frida Cauchi!

Mibnija fuq il-kitba originali ta’ Mikielang Borg, il-verzjoni l-gdida ta’ Hermann Bonaci Productions ghandha addattament ta’ Joe Gatt b’kanzunetti fuq muzika mehuda mill-aqwa musicals. Il-muzika se tkun live u se tittella’ f’wiehed mit-teatri ewlenin. Aktar taghrif jinghata fix-xhur li gejjin.

Simpatici on the field - for a just cause

Popular sitcom Simpatici episodes will soon reach the 150 mark. For the occasion, cast and crew members have taken part in a charity football match organised by the Puttinu Cares for Children Fund at the Marsa Sports Complex.

Work in television drama is much different from running and playing on the field, and this was very obvious on the muscles! But the family spirit at Hermann Bonaci Productions and the noble cause were enough to move everything aside, put on the football boots and take part. Though sports outfits were put on, Ronnie Galea (Mr. Tonna) still decided to wear his usual hat, while it was impossible to convince Kevin Spiteri (Walter) to play football without his tie on!

With Simpatici being a family oriented drama, it was very fit for the sitcom team to be part of an event for charity.

Summer Courses - with Hermann Bonaci Productions

During the coming summer, Hermann Bonaci Productions will organise courses in drama and related subjects coached by experienced personnel within the production house.

The Young Artist Summer Club will be an 8 week experience for children aged between 7 and 12, to help them explore the world of drama, dance, music, singing, storytelling, arts, craft…..and lots of fun. It provides children with a creativity programme, designed to increase their confidence, self-esteem and creative talents.

Between 12th July and 4th of September, the young artists meet every Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the morning at Il Cortile Farmhouse, Birkirkara where a team of dedicated and experienced instructors will help them improve their skills and creativity in a safe and friendly environment. Classes will be formed in small groups so that individual attention is given.

Moreover, adult actors have the opportunity to attend a crash course on television drama. The ten day course between July and August will be led by Ray Abdilla, Simon Curmi and Charles Grech. At Hermann Bonaci’s studios at Handaq Qormi, all topics related to teleplays will be covered. These include scriptwriting, direction, editing, camerawork and audio, make-up and more. With the help of the production house team, the course leads to the production of 15 minute videos. At the end of the course, attendance certificates will be given to all students along with awards for the best video, best script and best effort.

For more information and the application forms for both courses, just click on the relative title on this website’s home page or call on 21490534.