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‘Chill Out’ to rock Colombo
Musician may come and go but many old veteran musicians and bands still keep the ball rolling even though the new faces have stormed the scene. ‘Chill Out’ is the latest addition to the Sri Lanka’s Western music scene with old faces. Started way back in 2004 as a three member band consisting Sajee, Dantila and [...]
Musician of the middle path
Following the immense success of his maiden unplugged show last November, Keerthi Pasqual well-known singer and musician will have his second show at 7.00 pm on 20July at the BMICH. The show will comprise of more than 25 songs that he sang for more than three decades and a collection of his earlier songs and [...]
Old Sebs go ‘back to school’
The Old Boys Association of St. Sebastian’s College Moratuwa is making all arrangements to create yet another memorable day. ‘Back to School’, the latest event to come alive on Saturday 12th July (Poya Day), will provide an unprecedented opportunity to all past pupils, all young and old who walked to the portals of the College [...]
Fête De La Musique at Alliance Française DE COLOMBO
The Alliance Française DE COLOMBO had it’s annual ‘Fete De La Musique’ (International Music Day) on 22 June at it’s airconditioned Auditorium at Barnes Place. There were many Professional musicians and many talented amateur musicians, who thrilled the packed audience throughout the day with their Artistic Talents. Here are some scenes from the event.
“Sokari” follows Shanthikarma tradition
Sokari, an old folk drama in Sri Lanka, which was formed according to the rural traditions of Shanthikarmas that were performed to goddess Paththini seeking fertility and prosperity, will be staged on July 11at 8.00 am, 11.00 am and 6.30 pm at Y.M.B.A theatre, Borella. This play which was performed throughout the nights for 7 [...]
“Nari Burathi” in Borella
Nari Burathi, the latest hilarious drama written and directed by Sarath Kothalawala, will be staged on Sunday July 13 at 3.30 pm and 6.45 pm at the Namel Malani Punchi Theatre, Borella. With a host of popular artistes such as Sarath Kothalawala, Kumara Thirimadura, Pubudu Chathuranga, Mihira Sirithilaka, Sarath Chandrasiri, Hemantha Iriyagama, Chinthaka Peiris, Janaka [...]
Defiant Prasanna enters Indian movie market
What was unreachable and inaccessible for a long time has been reached, accessed and achieved by Sri Lanka’s most ‘successful’ filmmaker Prasanna Vithanage. At a time when many Sri Lanka filmmakers and producers are trying to copy, follow and imitate Indian or Bollywood stereotype cinema and even allowed the Bollywood to overtake the local industry, [...]
French cinema gems at AC
An enthralling series of French cinema will be showcased at weekly film screening on every Tuesday and Wednesday at Alliance Francaise de Colombo, Barnes Place, Colombo 7. 2005 French drama ‘Le temps qui reste’ directed by François Ozon will be screened at 3 pm on July 8 and at 6.30 pm on July 9. Romain [...]
Cinema to celebrate independence
Under the theme ‘Fourth of July’, the Independence Day commemorated the declaration of independence by the United States from the Kingdom of Great Britain. A series of movies will be screened at Tuesday at 6 pm at the American Center, Galle road, Colombo 3 to showcase this event. ‘Ragtime’, based on the popular novel by [...]
Family Holiday in Kataragama at HOTEL SUNFLOWER
With the beginning of Kataragama festival, South of Sri Lanka draws a major attraction for domestic and religious tourism. Hotel Sunflower, located in the city limits of the sacred city of Kataragama, is one of the popular destinations for domestic travellers visiting deep South of Sri Lanka. The release from the hotel says this adds [...]
French Festival at Cinnamon Lakeside
In celebration of the French Spring Festival, The Dining Room at Cinnamon Lakeside takes on a French twist from 3 to 14 July, offering you a lavish feast of one of the world’s most prestigious culinary cuisines. France was made famous by its rich cultural heritage and its exquisite cuisine amongst other accomplishments. The traditional [...]
Iftar at the Grand
Cinnamon Grand Colombo has introduced a lavish spread of nourishment for diners at a special Iftar Buffet at the Taprobane, while launching an exclusive room service menu for guests and a Shisha menu at the Shisha Lounge. From the all important dates and laban, presented on the menu are Hummus Bil Taheena (chickpea with sesame [...]
