Behind the curtains of Sinhala theatre
The movers and shakers of the pungently colourful milieu of Sinhala drama often do day jobs and, as we met some of them in office canteens and backyards, it is clear that our vernacular stage, even if it lacks the glamour of a Friday soiree at the Wendt, is rich, often maverick and original. Chalaka [...]
Rethinking our connections with the land
The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) opened its doors to its newest exhibition titled ‘Total Landscaping’ on Thursday, September 12, bringing together 29 contemporary artists whose works go beyond traditional depictions of landscapes. The exhibition, curated by Sandev Handy and Thinal Sajeewa, sheds light on the ways in which [...]
Letters to the Editor
Preventing human rights violations and compensating victims of past violations The editorial titled “Promising Presidents” in the Sunday Times last week, I considered informative and generally non-partisan with the exception of the reference only to the NPP when mentioning the vacuums related to the “Geneva challenge” in the manifestos. The issue of individual rights [...]
APPRECIATIONS
It’s hard to say farewell to such a mentor and maternal figure Lilamani Haththotuwegama Influencing generations of young people in the arts, languages, literature, theatre and humanities at Musaeus College, Devi Balika Vidyalaya, Stafford International School, Colombo International School and others, Lilamani Haththotuwegama, beloved sister of late Dr Gamini Haththtotuwegama (educator, thespian, playwright, director, pioneer [...]
Binara Poya and the Bhikkhuni Sasana
Binara Poya which falls on September 17, is an important Poya as the Bhikkhuni Sasana (nuns order) was established in India by the Buddha, on a Binara Poya. On Esala Poya in July the, upasampada (higher ordination) bhikkhus decide to stay indoors during vassana (rainy season) for three months. Binara Poya falls during this period. [...]
Insights into a rich artistic period
Ismeth Raheem – architect, art historian, writer and artist was feted by the ARTRA Magazine with its latest edition featuring his creative journey across many fields. ‘The Art and Design of Ismeth Raheem’ -the art experiential festival in Colombo had an evening launch at the Galle Face Hotel’s intimate space of the 1864 Room. Many [...]
Techno culture exhibition travels to Colombo
Techno music emerged in the 1980s as a bold genre born from the fusion of technology and music. Its evolution over the years has transformed it into a global movement that deeply influences both the underground and mainstream electronic scene. A travelling exhibition ‘Techno Worlds’ presented by the Goethe Institut is now in Colombo. The [...]
Savouring both art and Paan Paan goodies
With its outlet at the Staples Street bend — constantly busy and buzzing with customers from morn till night–‘Paan Paan’ last week expanded this popular space to encompass an upstairs floor that provides for more cosy and convivial gatherings. The new space for the artisan bakery, bright and airy with a striking selection of art [...]