Mirror
Experiments in illustration
Yan and Marishka are passionate about art. “We are both students at the Academy of Design. We were studying at the same time so that’s how we met. We were always drawing, we have these skills. So we thought maybe we can use these skills and do something that we enjoy. And that is creating [...]
British School take on ‘Anything Goes’
This March, a talented young cast of singers, thespians and dancers at the British School in Colombo will take the stage for the school’s latest musical “Anything Goes”. Based on Cole Porter’s 1934 musical the production will play homage to classic American theatre and Broadway which Porter was known for capturing in his works. Since [...]
Ranura’s calling
It’s not often that one listens to their gut instinct. For Ranura Perera, this calling came, back when he was studying engineering in Cuba. Today he’s a popular local YouTube sensation, particularly for his unique mashups of Spanish, English and Sinhala music. Since his school days, despite singing in the choir Ranura never wanted to [...]
Rotaract gears up to celebrate 50-years of service
The Rotaract District Sri Lanka and Maldives began in 1969 with the chartering of the Rotaract Club of Colombo, and ever since the movement has played a significant role in shaping the lives of youth. Today, almost 50 years after its inauguration the Rotaract District 3220 Sri Lanka and Maldives boasts of 4300 Rotaractors representing [...]
Elton John to mentor young artistes
Sir Elton John is to take to mentoring up and coming artists after he retires from touring. Reports have emerged the 70 year will use his music management company to guide new artistes while he is also expected to work on some new musical projects. Sir Elton announced his retirement from touring in January. He [...]
Oscars draw smallest-ever U.S. television audience
The Academy Awards attracted its smallest U.S. television audience ever last weekend, according to Nielsen data reported by Walt Disney Co’s (DIS.N) ABC network, tracking a similar slide for other recent award shows and sports events. Live TV broadcasts remain relatively attractive for advertisers because watchers cannot skip commercials, with prices for Oscars ad spots [...]