The buzz of Colomboscope will soon be on
Colombo will be the artistic hub from January 19-28 as a series of exciting events unfolds with Colomboscope, the interdisciplinary art festival that has served as a creative platform for many over the last 10 years since its first edition in 2013. The festival celebrates its eighth edition this year with a series of events [...]
I was born to write, it was as simple as that
Anthony Horowitz, one of the most popular authors to grace the Galle Literary Festival is back this year. The indefatigable spinner of fantasy tales, he will be awaited by the loyal fans of his children’s books; the cosy old whodunit he revived with verve; or those of us who grew up watching the witchy medieval [...]
Appreciations
Teacher and educationist who touched our lives Helakumara Epasinghe As Solomon Oritz said; Education is the key to success in life, and teachers make a lasting impact in the lives of their students.” The name Helakumara Epasinghe remains etched in the memory of most Josephians who had the opportunity of knowing him; as a teacher, friend [...]
Thai Pongal, a tribute to the Sun God
Thai Pongal, regarded as one of the most important Hindu festivals takes place on the first day of the Tamil month of Thai. Generally, the day is celebrated as a day of thanksgiving to the Sun God who provides energy, strength and light for the paddy cultivation. Rice is considered the staple food in many [...]
KALA, new platform for South Asian art kicks off with exhibition
KALA – a platform for South Asian Art in collaboration with the Lionel Wendt Art Centre will launch its inaugural exhibition ‘Pivot Glide Echo’ from January 29 to February 25 at the Lionel Wendt Art Centre. Inviting artists and practitioners from South Asia and the South Asian Diaspora, the exhibition that spans eight decades of [...]
It all started with a ‘painting’ that was in fact embroidery
Inspired by what appeared to be a painting of horses done by her daughter-in-law, Stella Marapana began her journey in embroidery, when she realized the ‘painting’ was actually done in thread. “I thought it was a painting when I saw it from afar,” she smiles. Only when she took a closer look did her son [...]
Lankan chef in London brings his own brand of steak back home
“It’s good to be back home,” says Chef Azam Riyard, the ‘Dry-Aged Steak Guy’ and founder of The Clubhouse Steakhouse in London. He’s returning to his Sri Lankan roots to bring his skills and unique approach to Colombo’s carnivores at the London Grill restaurant at Cinnamon Grand Colombo. An old Trinitian and cricket coach by [...]
50 greatest paintings in art history at Sky Gallery
The Fareed Uduman Art Forum’s first exhibition for the new year showcases the works of the world’s greatest painters. Last year, Vincent Van Gogh and Paul Gauguin were exclusively featured in separate and immensely successful exhibitions. ‘Masterpieces Unveiled’ that opens next week at the Sky Gallery is a carefully curated exhibition of the 50 greatest [...]
Geoffrey Bawa film: Special screening
A special screening of Afdhel Aziz’s film on Geoffrey Bawa – ‘The Genius of the Place – the Life and Work of Geoffrey Bawa’ will be held on Saturday, January 20 at the Scope Cinema, CCC at 10 a.m. Viewers will be able to have some time with the filmmaker Afdhel Aziz who will be [...]