Art
Hark the carols!
It’s the season to be jolly….you know where we’re going with this. The Christmas season has begun which can only mean one thing-carols, carols everywhere! Like it or not, the carols will follow you wherever you go for the next month so if you can’t beat them-join them. Here’s a rundown on three of the [...]
Have a green Christmas
Christmas is a few weeks away! It is almost time to put up your Christmas tree and fish out the Christmas decorations from storage. If you wish to break away from the shiny plastic baubles or the conventional LED light strings, in other words, if you want to add an environmentally friendly twist to your [...]
NISA begins with blood donation campaign
Feminism is a highly misunderstood word. Feminism is a commitment to achieving the equality of sexes, though sometimes it is wrongly considered to be an anti-male movement. NISA, (an Arabic term for women), a newly formed organisation, however wants to prove a point that every woman who encourages, inspires and helps a fellow woman is [...]
Mirror Magazine
For the love of music and travel
The Mirror Magazine catches up with the Choir Director of the Jesus College Choir (JCC) Cambridge on the choir’s upcoming performance While most students pack up and go home for the holidays such as Christmas and Easter, for the Jesus College Choir (JCC) Cambridge it means along tour season. Known for their on point [...]
Biking to raise awareness
When Eugene Selvin (24) and Dhanushka Perera (32) met as work colleagues, they found they had a lot in common-including a passion for cycling, and pushing themselves beyond their limits. They decided that putting muscle to peddle would be a great way to bring awareness to the cause championed by ‘Run For Their Lives’, and [...]
Every time we love, it’s Christmas
Christmas has always been a tradition in the Wijayaratna household and festivities start quite early. Generally celebrations are at my grandparents’ place but this doesn’t stop my family from going to town on our decorations. Trying to make the house look as festive as possible has always been a fun exercise for my sister and [...]
TV Times
‘Tribute to Clarence’ in Aussie
Lankaika Perera and Chanaka Perera of Golden Chimes were in action at the ‘Tribute to Clarence 2014’ concert, held at Rowville Secondary College Auditorium, Melbourne recently. ‘Tribute to Clarence 2014’ was organized by Daya Silva, a close associate of Clarence, now residing in Australia and was presented by Ms. Sheila Wijewardene and Amila Wijewardene, the wife [...]
‘Sing -along Negombo 2014’
‘Sing -along Negombo 2014’ the annual sing along session organized by CA Events will be held at Avenra Gardens Hotel, Negombo on Saturday, 20th December starting at 6.30pm. Sing -along Negombo 2013, which was a resounding success, will continue to attract many high profile music enthusiasts this year as well with Sing along Negombo 2014. [...]
‘Sing Gloria’
‘Sing Gloria!’ – a Choral Christmas Concert directed by a young musician Joshua Asokan and showcasing some of the finest singers and musicians across Colombo, will go on board at the Lionel Wendt Theatre on the 9th December at 7pm. Joshua is an 18 year old composer, conducter, pianist and singer. A specially formed choir [...]
An Amazing Night
The annual Dinner Dance of the Retired Air Force Officers’ Association was held last week at the Galadari Hotel emerged as an extraordinary night in which every moment was filled with action. Something was happening all the time, leaving no room whatsoever for dead air. This event proved, beyond a shadow of doubt that the [...]
Cinema on children burdened with education pressure
Young filmmaker Indika Wickremarachchi’s latest film ‘Duwanna Duwa Duwanna’ won the golden award as the best film at the biannual short film festival organised by the National Film Corporation (NFC) recently. The festival was held for the short film produced for years 2012 and 2013 and the jury citation for Indika’s award read as “for [...]
The Pioneer of cinema literature
‘Cinema SahithyayePurogamia’ (The pioneer of cinema literature), a booklet written about late cinema writer Ariyaratne Kahawita was released recently. The booklet summerises that life of Ariyaratne Kahavita and his yeoman service to the Sri Lanka cinema and its literature. Written by Sunil Leenus former co-editor of ‘Kala’ magazine, ‘Cinema SahithyayePurogamia’ included many anecdotes relating to [...]
a daughter’s search for true identity
Hirushi is the daughter of Mahendra and Jayani Maliyadda. She studies western music. Vishwa who hails from a poor backdrop in a rural village is a final year undergraduate. In order to make a living he sings in a number of hotels in the city. He lives in an annex with Anuja and Krish who [...]
A Theatre for whole family
This December Holidays treat yourself and your children to a wonderful theatre festival with Somalatha Subasinghe Theatre Festival for the whole family at 3.30 pm and 6.30 pm on December 12, 13 and 14. at the Lionel Wendt Theatre. Designed for children, but absolutely delightful for adults to watch as well, this year festival by [...]
Gabbara Minisa goes to Medical Faculty
Seasoned actor Sriyantha Mendis’ play “Gabbara Minisa” (Pregnant Man) goes on the boards at 3.30 pm and 6.30 pm at the Ragama Medical Faculty auditorium on December 23. A star class cast including Sarath Kothalawela, Wasantha Vittachchi, Malkanthi Jaysinghe, Sujeewa Priyalal, Mihiri Priyangani, Kusum Renu and Sriyantha will perform in the play. Talented musician Anthony [...]
‘Green Paradise’ changes name
Popular Green Paradise hotel in Dambulla announced a name change to ‘The Paradise Resort & Spa’ and introduced a fresh logo as well. All properties under the Browns Hotels and Resorts chain will now have a common denominator, ‘THE’, which will be added to their titles. The four-star luxury hotel, part of the Browns Hotels [...]
Celebrate a ‘Good Ol’ Christmas at Mount Lavinia Hotel
Where else would you go to celebrate a ‘Good Ol’ Christmas than to the oldest and grandest? The Christmas events leading to New Year’s Eve at Mount Lavinia hotel promise you yet another grand experience of the age old celebration. Revisit the iconic heritage hotel to experience the best of Christmas spreads on Christmas Eve [...]
All set for Christmas at Miridiya Resort
The aged old Christmas tradition of cake mixing heralded in the Christmas Season at the Miridiya Lake Resort – Anuradhapura, this week. The pictures shows Nalin Nugawela-General Manager, Tilak Nananyakkara Executive Chef along with the members of the hotel staff, specially the Kitchen staff, joined in this mixing, at the hotel poolside.
Magical Festive Season at OZO Colombo
OZO Colombo, known as the trendiest and coolest spot in town, is transforming the whole hotel into a Winter Wonderland, as it kick-starts the holiday season. There will be something for everyone, and a good reason to get together with friends and family, whether it’s a festive banquet at EAT or jolly cocktails at ON14. [...]