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The stage is set for Shakespeare and he’s in love
“Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo.” Yes, the stage is set for the “Bard of Avon” to enthrall again. The Drama Club of Colombo International School, under the direction of Vinodh Senadeera, takes you back to London 1593; to unravel the story of a playwright, poet and actor – William Shakespeare. “Shakespeare in Love,” an adaptation [...]
Atop Pussellawa’s Garden of Eden
After a memorable camping experience in the hill country, my friends Minol, Suran and I were up for another adventure. We picked the weekend before the April New Year- our location this time the mountains of Pussellawa. Chariots Path, an open plain on the mountain range behind Frotoft Estate in Pussellawa is said to be [...]
Looking beyond what you see
Young artist Dinusha Uthpala Upasena will hold an exhibition of his work on October 10 and 11 at the Lionel Wendt gallery. An artist who openly acknowledges his fascination with philosophy, his current exhibition is a dive into the area of Metaphysics-that which talks about life and existence. Dinusha’s professed aim is to make the [...]
Dotting his paintings in ink
In-between filtered snapshots of his life, family and friends, Anush Jayasekera’s Instagram feed is also peppered with famous faces. Bob Marley is mid-song, Emma Watson looks pensive, Eminem strikes a pose and Zayn Malik gazes solemnly into the distance. Anush 20, is a architecture student with a penchant for black and white ink portraits and [...]
The artificial beach
For them, the young growing up children who had just started seeing the world, it was simply another spectacular sight. They were both fourteen years old and had started noticing each other. They stood side by side, only an arm’s length separating them. Dilan, in his bright orange t-shirt and beige pants, pretending not to [...]
How to dress when petite?
If you ever felt that being shorter than average stands in your way of looking absolutely fabulous, think again! While actual growth is out of the question, this article shows you how to help you appear taller & leaner in your appearance. It also draws examples from a few of your beloved celebrities who sometimes [...]
For those who are a bit heavy set but short
In general all the above guidelines apply. But you also might want to try ‘empress waist’ dresses over form fitting dresses. Make sure you stick to all the ‘vertical tips’ explained above which will help you look slimmer and taller.
Harry Connick Jr.’s album ‘That Would Be Me’ to debut in October
Pop star Chris Brown has been denied a work visa to Australia. The Australian government made the decision in response to his 2009 conviction of assaulting his then girl friend Rihanna. Brown was due to perform in Melbourne in December as part of his tour. He has 28 days to appeal the ban. He was [...]
TV Times
Keerthi: President SLVA
Popular singer and musician Keerthi Pasqual has been elected as the new President of the ‘Sri Lanka Vocalists Association’ (SLVA) for the year 2015/2016. The outgoing presiden Rohana Bogoda. Anura Senanayake was elected Vice President, Upali Perera as the Secretary, Dayan Witharana the Deputy Secretary and Rohan de Silva elected Treasurer.
Damian and the Boys put Melbourne in Deezone
Damian Wikkramatillake and the boys from DEEZONE gave Melbourne music with a difference and another taste of the musical versatility from the island that produces an endless stream of talent. Touring here for the first time, and performing with what appeared to be an adrenalin rush at what they had to showcase to the music [...]
‘Around the World in 25 Years- Rajiv and The Clan’
Popular band ‘Rajiv and the Clan’ celebrates its 25th year in music with a different kind of act on 25th October featuring the cream of Sri Lankan talent on stage. ‘Around the World in 25 Years- Rajiv and The Clan’, one of the biggest concerts of the year 2015, will come alive at the ‘Nelum [...]
Torana Video Movies bring Sinhala Karaoke songs
Torana Video Movies, welknown name for producing yesteryear movies, teleplays and theatre productions in DVD formats has released a collection of Sinhala songs as Karaoke DVDs. Released as four DVDs with different sets of songs with a variety of musical genres including classic, popular hits and party time. Tittled ‘Relax Sensation’, the first collection includes [...]
Bringing yesteryear great theatre back
‘Sudu Saha Kalu’ poplar play made by writer and playwright Simon Nawagaththegama, will be staged at 3.30 pm and 6.45 pm on October 11 at the Y.M.B.A Theatre Borella. Redirected by actor Sriyantha Mendis the play stars Kusum Renu, Roshan Pilapitiya, Jayalal Rohana, Wasantha Wittachchi, Nadeeshani Peliarachchi, Mahendra Weerarathna, Rathna D. Nambuge, Prageeth Eraegama, Uditha [...]
Maze Runner back on the track
‘Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials’, Hollywood sci-fi thriller revolving around a group of Gladers, who escaped the Maze but now faced a new set of challenges on the open roads of a desolate landscape filled with unimaginable obstacles. Based on James Dashner’s novel The Scorch Trials, the second novel in The Maze Runner book series, [...]
Brecht’s play goes to Negombo
‘Hunuwataye Kathawa’ one of the most excellent dramas created by late Henry Jayasena will be staged at 8.15 am and 10.45 on Friday October 9 at Town Hall, Negombo. Based on world renowned playwright Bertolt Brecht’s ‘Caucasian Chalk Circle’, the new production is played by Nalin Pradeep Uduwela, Ruvini Manamperi, Prasannajith Abeysooriya, Nimal Jayasignhe, Indika [...]
‘Wasteland’- multi-awarded documentary at SLF monthly screening
One of the most inspiring documentary films ever made in world cinema history ‘Waste Land’, 2010 British-Brazilian documentary film directed by Lucy Walker will be screened at 4 pm on October 8 at Sri Lanka Foundation, Colombo 7. Shown as a monthly documentary screening, the film will start with an introductory talk on the topic [...]
‘Sadaya Marai Salli Hamarai’
A Sinhala adaptation of British playwright Ray Cooney’s ‘Funny money’ goes on the boards under the directorial vision of Dharmapriya Dias as ‘Saadaya Maarai Salli Hamarai’ on October 9 at 3.30 pm and 6.45 pm S De S Jayasinghe hall in Dehiwala. The cast consist of Gihan Fernando, Jayani Senanayke, Giriraj Kaushalya, Dayadewa Edirisinghe, Anuradha [...]
GFH : Best heritage hotel of the East
Some of the most elegant and historic cultural icons of our times – vintage hotels – have withstood the ravages of time to emerge as icons, imbued with a regal charm that is unparalleled. These are some of the heritage hotels around the world, which enjoy an exalted status as the ultimate vintage luxury destinations [...]
Sunday Brunch at the Ramada
A different style ‘Sunday Brunch’ is now on at the Gardenia Coffeeshop of the Ramada Colombo. The Gardenia brunch inspiration is drawn from a culture of long, leisurely dining allowing guests to truly savour the finer things in life. Begin with a fabulous homemade ‘ginger beer ‘true to a well-guarded family recipe for an invigorating [...]
