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On August 26 and 27, dance lovers can look forward to a show that will see on stage a wide variety of dance styles- from Rock and Roll, Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballroom and Latin American to Freestyle as celebrated dancer and teacher Naomi Rajaratnam presents ‘Resurrection’. Naomi’s dance extravaganza series started in 2000 ‘With My [...]
Come listen to a serenading family
V3, the family trio that plays music to serenade the soul, covers music from Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith and others across a wide spectrum spanning modern classics and retro staples. The three Vittachis are Lenny, the father and senior partner, who has been a member of top folk rock group Flame, then forming the much [...]
Signs of violence that tell a story
Berlin after the Second World War. Contemporary Sri Lanka. The Holy Land– As unconnected as they may seem, these are some of the themes on which Australian architect cum artist Mackenzie Nix has based his work. Living in Sri Lanka and working under architect Channa Daswatte since last year, Mackenzie is holding his first solo [...]
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WRITE: A network for emerging young writers
Do you remember the days when you’ve created something beautiful, but had no way of sharing it with the world? That time when you felt so strongly about something, which you wanted to express, be it through a story or a poem but didn’t have a platform to? Well this is your chance. ‘WRITE’ magazine [...]
‘Edutainment’ at Funvention
A trip seems inviting especially over a long weekend and this more so for anyone looking for something fun. But sometimes, you don’t have to look much further than your own backyard. This is just what ‘Funvention 2017’ has in store for you on September 1, 2 and 3 at the Thurstan College Cricket Grounds. [...]
Reconciliation
The mowed grass smelled fresh and sweet. The mowing left the man spent of all energy, and cooled down his temper. He had a tiff with his wife that morning. Now, on reflection it seemed to him it was over an inconsequential thing and he had lost his temper unnecessarily. Anyway he was too proud [...]
Diving into young minds with ‘Drama Quintet’
If you’ve ever watched a play produced by the Sashi Mendis Studio of Drama and Speech, the performances, over 90% of the time are a curious mix of originality, reality and large doses of imaginations. Over 14 years her plays have opened new worlds, invented new phrases and words and opened the eyes of audiences [...]
Udayasiri Wickremaratne’s stage play turns the spotlight on media
The role of the media is one that comes into focus regularly and theater goers in Sri Lanka are often treated by way of stage plays to various points of view on the subject. In the absence of little or no introspection by the media on their rightful role, such scrutiny by way of various [...]
Calvin Harris makes his way up the UK singles chart
Calvin Harris has made his way to the top of the UK singles chart with ‘Feels’ a 70/80’s disco/ska track. ‘Feels’ ended the long reign of the No: 1 song by Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee and Justin Bieber’s ‘Despacito’. Harris does not sing on ‘Feels’ instead he has Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry doing the needful [...]
Leonardo DiCaprio to play his namesake in next film
At long last, an ancient prophesy is being fulfilled. After decades of hard work and eventual Oscar-winning, Leonardo DiCaprio is finally paying homage to his namesake and making a Leonardo da Vinci biopic, according to Variety. Paramount edged out Universal for the deal last week, scooping up the future masterpiece. DiCaprio will star in and produce the project [...]
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Association for Western Musicians at last
The long awaited ‘Western Music Association of Sri Lanka’ (WMA) held its inaugural membership drive recently at the Galadari hotel. Much talked about and long due Association to safe guard the rights of the Sri Lanka’s Western musicians and artistes, was formed at last and launched a massive membership drive to enroll members to the [...]
Asia Pacific Choir Games and Grand Prix of Nations
Colombo’s Choral Music lovers will be uniquely privileged to experience a week long festival of choral competitions, friendship concerts and gala celebration concerts when the Asia Pacific Choir Games and Grand Prix of Nations take over the city from Saturday, 21st October to Saturday, 28th October 2017. This celebration with the arrival of thousands of [...]
Creative Activities for Children at Somalatha Subasinghe Play House
Lanka Children’s and Youth Theatre Foundation (LCYTF) popularly known as Somalatha Subasinghe Play House commences its next session of “Creative Activities for Children” programme on September 9. Children from ages four to fourteen can take part in the programme. The prime objective of the programme is to develop a child’s mental and physical aspects and [...]
Cinematic battle against climate change
‘An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power’, follow up sequel to 2006 documentary ‘An Inconvenient Truth’, former United States Vice President Al Gore’s mission to battle climate change will be released on August 25at Liberty By Scope Cinemas. A decade after ‘An Inconvenient Truth’ brought climate change into the heart of popular culture, comes the riveting [...]
Donald conferred with an honorary title
Filmmaker of ‘Pravegaya’ and ‘Maya’ and renowned assistant director Donald Jayantha was conferred the Manawa Hithawadi, Kalashoori, Deshamamaka, Lankaputhra honorary title recently. This honorary title given by the All Island Cultural Foundation President Sudharshana Gamale and Justice and Buddhasasana Minister’s secretary, P Ashoka Fernando.
Rajitha returns with biannual theatre Festival
Biannual festival of theatre held with plays written and directed by well-known dramatist Rajitha Dissanayake, will be held on August 25, 26 and 27 at 7.00 pm at the Lionel Wendt Theatre in Colombo. Started in 2006 this biannual festival is conducted for the seventh time. The festival of three plays, kick off with ‘Mata [...]
Holiday Packages at Amaya Beach
Passikudah is a five hour drive from Colombo and has plenty of things to offer such as soft sandy beaches, white sand and plenty of sun to get that perfect tan. And Amaya Resorts and Spas East Coast haven gives Amaya Beach, the place to unwind, relax under palm trees, dive into clear blue waters [...]
Calamansi Cove : A boutique hotel with luxury and tranquility
With the season for crystal clear blue waters upon us enter into absolute escapism at Calamansi Cove by Jetwing in Ahungalla. A boutique hotel devoted to complete luxury, Calamansi Cove by Jetwing is a truly tranquil environment, perfect for a romantic getaway or a family vacation. Ahungalla sits between Kosgoda, famous for turtle conservation and [...]