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When the spirit of Vesak caught his eye
By Shannon Salgadoe – Vesak Poya, one of the most important days in Buddhism, commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and passing away of the Buddha. This religious and cultural festival sees devotees engage in Bodhi Poojas, Vesak devotional songs (bakthi gee) and making offerings in homage to the Buddha, alms-givings or ‘dansal’. In the days preceding, [...]
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‘Tharana Sigiri Opera’ opens a new vision for ancient past
By Sanath Weerasuriya Opera production ‘Tharana Sigiri’ the modern version of ‘the story of Sigiriya’ directed by Sagara Wijesinghe will be staged at Maradana Elphinstone Theatre on Friday 12th May 2023 at 3.30pm and 7.00pm. ‘Tharana Sigiri’ is a brainchild of Sagara and he was toying with this idea for a long time. He is [...]
Workshop on ‘Film Directing’
A two day workshop on ‘film directing and technics of silver screen’ organised by ‘Masterclass’ –‘Buddhi School of Arts’ for the film industry folks and for those who are interested in getting into the production side of the movie world, will be held at the Barn House Studio in Panadura on 13th and 14th of [...]
Shangri–La Hambantota Seven years of excellence
By Sanath Weerasuriya The recovery of the tourism industry after continuous catastrophes since 2019 Easter attack, Covid pandemic in 2020 and the economic crisis since in 2022 is at very slow phase at the moment but on a very positive note. The tourism industry stake holders are optimistic and working hard towards the brighter days [...]