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The more complicated the design the more she loves it, says the mother of young seamstress Thushani Rodrigo whose hearing impairment hasn’t hindered her love for designing and sewing garments A good tailor is always hard to find. Making and altering clothes is a difficult business, which is why everyone seems to have a story [...]
Stigmata unleashes metal at its finest
The lights lowered as the smoke crept in. All that lay visible were five dark figures illuminated by the eerie backdrop of old human X-rays. It was that moment everyone had been waiting for. It was time to celebrate ten years of Silent Chaos Serpentine (SCS) – rock band Stigmata’s legendary album. The riffs kicked [...]
SBC wins Interschool Drama Comp
St. Bridget’s Convent (SBC) won the Interschool Drama Competition on February 20 organised by the Council for Business with Britain (CBB) in collaboration with the British Council. SBC also carried away the Best Director’s award for their production of ‘Booby Trap’ by Ed Monk. The play was directed by Malinthi Perera. ‘Booby Trap’ is about [...]
Mirror
Encouraging volunteerism
Looking to make a difference ? There are many youth volunteer groups out there that could use your help. Last month the Mirror Magazine spoke to Geoffrey Prewitt-Chief of the UNV (United Nations Volunteers) Development Programming Section-who was in Sri Lanka for the V-Awards, a ceremony that recognized some of the country’s most hardworking volunteers [...]
For the love of the ‘Blues’
A resolute Royal team scored a seemingly impossible four wicket win over S. Thomas’ in their 137th Big Match at the SSC grounds. Captured here are some of the scenes from the final day of the Royal Thomian encounter.
Vacation packing for a fashionista
With the Sinhala & Tamil New year just around the corner, many will be counting the hours for a few days off work or school. So this month’s article is all about how to pack for those fun filled holidays. The key words to remember are ‘versatile, vibrant and comfortable’. Versatile: All or at least [...]
Eagles won’t play live again
The Eagles may never perform again live according to reports which quote group member Don Henley. It follows the death on 18th January of Glenn Frey at the age of 67. The Eagles had planned a tour this summer. However, Frey passed away before they could perform the Hotel California album in full. Dr. Luke, [...]
TV Times
‘Socrates’ back in town
The second public performance of Nimal Ekanayake’s theatrical production ‘Socrates’ based on the life of a Greek philosopher will go on the board at 3.45 and 6.15 pm on March 20 at Lionel Wendt theatre, Colombo. Made based on the life story of Socrates and the Greek comedy play ‘The Clouds’ a caricature of Socrates [...]
‘It’s not in the Stars’
It’s not in the Stars’ by Rizvina Morseth de Alwis was herald as the co-winner of the first-ever Fairway National Literary Award at the award ceremony held during the Fairway Galle Literary Festival in January 2016. The Fairway National Literary Award was established in conjunction with Fairway Holdings with the aim of inspiring and encouraging [...]
OTSC celebrates 60 years at the Battle of the Blues
Old Thomian’s Swimming Club (OTSC), the second oldest Tent at the Royal-Thomian encounter, celebrated sixty years at the 137th Battle of Blues last week at the SSC Grounds in the presence of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe. S. Thomas’ College Warden Reverend Marc Billimoria was also present at the occasion along with Royal Principal B. A [...]
‘The Eagle’ has landed for good
One of the best selling bands in music history is no more. Following the death of co-founder Glenn Frey last January, band-mate Don Henley has announced the breakup of ‘The Eagles’. In a new interview with BBC last week, Henley explained, ‘That was the final farewell. I don’t think you’ll see us performing again. We all agree for this and that was [...]
‘Pulse 16’: Musical extravaganza of Wesley College
In celebration of its 30th anniversary of the Senior Western Band of Wesley College, Colombo, ‘PULSE 16’ – a gala musical extravaganza, will come alive at the Bishop’s College auditorium on Monday 21st March at 4.30 pm. Organised by the members of the Senior Western Band of Wesley College, ‘Pulse 16’ will feature featuring nearly [...]
New farewell song for Fr. Bonnie
‘Thuthi Mal Kalambak’ (Thanking with a bouquet of flowers), a song created by veteran lyricist Lalith Anthoney Perera and musician Mahesh Kumar Silva as a tribute to outgoing Rector of St. Sebastian’s College, Moratuwa- Father Bonnie Fernandopulle was presented at the farewell ceremony held at the College Auditorium last week. Lyrics of the song are by [...]
Theatrical display of religious piety
Once again the villagers of Eththukale in Negombo, one of the famous tourist destinations in the country will get together to perform a passion play depicting the life, suffering and sorrowful death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The passion play titled ‘Eththukala Pasku Dekma’, played both as a theatrical performance and Christian religious service will [...]
A brotherly blend of Bharatham and Kandyan
‘Narthana Bandham’ , presented by Aru Sri Art Theatre is a thematic presentation showcasing the divine relationship binding two dance forms, Bharatham and Kandyan under the banner SANGAM ,festival of India . This event in collaboration with the High Commission of India in Colombo will go on the boards on April 6 at 7.00 pm [...]
‘The Tempest’ in cinema
‘Prospero’s Books’ a British fantasy drama film written and directed by Peter Greenaway will be screened at 4 pm on March 24 at the Digital Academy of the Sri Lanka Foundation, Independence Square, Colombo 7. An exiled magician finds an opportunity for revenge against his enemies muted when his daughter and the son of his [...]
Nettukkariyo, A play on downfall of a business
Award winning teledreama director Susiran de Silva’s latest teleserial ‘Nettukkariyo’, a story about a business family that is destroyed due to drunkenness and greed for power telecast every Saturday at 8.35 pm on the Rupavahini channel. Commencing on Saturday March 19, the play stars Jayalal Rohana, Kumara Thirimadura, Madani Malwatte, Nirosha Thalagala, Roshan Pilapitiya, Wasantha [...]
French cinema at AF Colombo
Alliance Française de Colombo in its weekly film screening will showcase two films LOL (Laughing Out Loud ) directed by Lisa Azuelos and ‘Le Capital’ directed by Costa Gavras. Screening at 6.30p.m on March 23, LOL (Laughing Out Loud), a 2009 French comedy is about a teenage girl whose life is split among her studies [...]
Sleep deeply, live brightly with Holiday season at OZO Kandy
Made available to suit every Sri Lankan traveller and their best holiday expectations, OZO Kandy will be the ideal getaway during this Avurudu season. OZO Kandy offers a special room package deal starting from Rs. 13,800/- per night per guest on twin sharing basis. The package includes breakfast and dinner, a traditional festive welcome for the [...]
The Dome: Lanka’s first panoramic roofed ballroom
Working on an ethos of pioneering initiatives for the hospitality industry, Global Towers Hotel, was the first commercial property to open its doors on the Marine Drive in 2002, unveiled Sri Lanka’s very first panoramic and all weather banqueting space on its rooftop recently. Called ‘The Dome’, this ballroom, which caters to 250 pax, is [...]
