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‘Socrates’ back in town

‘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’

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 

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

‘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

‘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

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

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

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

‘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

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

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

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

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 [...]

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