An evening of Bharata Natyam Dance Theatre by Savitha Sastry

A Bharata Natyam Dance Theatre titled "Soul Cages" by celebrated Bharata Natyam exponent, Savitha Sastry in association with Indian Cultural Centre, Colombo will be held on Saturday July 7 at Bishop's College Auditorium, Perahera Mawatha, Colombo 3 from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m.

The 'Soul Cages' is an artistic experience that captures the cycles of life and death as a journey, rather than an end itself.

The unique presentation is structured on the imagery and narrative of a story, told through the fluid grace of the classical Indian dance form of Bharatha Natyam.

The connoisseur of this art form will be enthralled by the sophistication and nuances employed in the presentation, while the uninitiated will fall in love with art itself.

However, unlike traditional Bharatha Natyam performances, 'Soul Cages' does not showcase stories from mythology or religion. Instead it presents a novel story, relevant in all times, not limited to any particular religion or belief system. The performance stretches the very boundaries of thematic presentations.

Savitha is a leading exponent of Bharatha Natyam, the dance form of Southern India that has its cultural roots in ancient history.

She brings alive the classical traditions of the dance, sensitively nuanced with a creativity that imbues relevance and meaning to this art form in its current age.

Savitha is known for enthralling audiences with performances that embody perfection in form and joy in expression, an intelligent fusion and joy in expression, an intelligent fusion that comes from years of rigorous training, dedicated practice and passion.

Pahalove Paha conference

The Pahalove Paha conference on Karunadasa Suriyaarachchi's Mama Thavama Yami will be held at the Mahaweli Centre auditorium, Colombo 7 on July 17 at 3.30 p.m.

Bhikkhuni Sudhammika, Dhamma Dissanayake, Ranjan Amararatne, Buddhi Galappathi and Upul Shantha Sannasgala will address the conference: It will be presided over by Gamini Sumanasekera.

Tenth anniversary of Dummalawarama

The 10th anniversary show of Ranjith de Alwis's popular stage play Dummalawarama will go on boards at the Tower Hall on July 1 at 3.30 pm and 6.30 pm.

The cast includes popular artistes such as Gamini Hettiarachchi, Sanath Wimalasiri, Givantha Arthasad, Manohari Wimalatunga, Roshana Ondanchi, Rajitha Chamikara (Pinpong), Upul Weerasinghe (Upul Mama), Anura Srinath, Anura Mapitigama and Tharaka Adikari. Music is directed by Visharada Edward Jayakody.

AOD offers international education in photography

AOD, Sri Lanka's international design campus not only offers globally renowned degree education in design, but also acts as a dynamic force behind developing Sri Lanka's design industry. Identifying photography as a vital sector that supports the design industry.

AOD offers international standard (BTEC) UK qualifications in photography, through a comprehensive program delivered by local and international photography experts.

The program offers a broad ranging study from fashion photography, event photography, nature/wildlife and portraiture along with technical knowledge in equipment maintenance, use of lighting and studio facilities plus client practices and the business of photography to ensure that students emerge as fully competent photography professionals.

The program is structured in a Saturdays only, part-time format to encourage working professionals and other students who are passionate in photography to take part.

"The program will offer photographers a greater level of competence, innovation and interest in the field and equip them with skills and expertise required to work on a global platform", says Karen MacLeod, the principal of AOD.

The final round of registrations is now in progress for the program which is due to commence by the end of this month.

Janakaraliya in Puttalam

After accomplishing a highly successful drama festival in Galle, Janakaraliya has arrived in Puttalam. A drama festival will be held in the Mobile Theatre assembled at St. Mary's Ground adjacent to Puttalam - Anuradhapura main road from June 27 - July 6. Special drama performances will be held for the benefit of students and the public under the Chilaw and Vanatha Villuwa Pradeshiya Sabhas.

Parakrama Niriella's Andaramal, Ajanthan Shanthakumar's Parasthawa (a translation by Prof. Tissa Kariyawasam), Henry Jayasena's Hunuwataye Katawa, Vijitha Bandara's Vadakaya Wahala Uda, Nalin Lusena's Arajikaya Mara, Mu. Du Ranjith Silva's Narivadan Thamaravila and Mala Kolan, K. Safeer's Cage, Nadeeka Tharangani's Pompeeniya', Aloka Sampath's Thaniyek Vishishtai, Lasantha Francis's Kochchiya Enakan, Nuwan Dharshana's Dinosaur Premaya, Somalatha Subasinghe's Thoppi Velenda and Punchi Apata Den There, (Children's Plays) will be performed at the Janakaraliya Drama Festival, Puttalam for schoolchildren and the public.

Annual Art Festival

The Annual Art Festival of Vidyakara Balika Vidyalaya, Maharagama was held recently at the Maharagama Sri Lanka youth Theatre, with Minister of Water Supply and Drainage, Dinesh Gunawardane as the chief guest. Provincial Councillor Hector Bethmage, Dr. Ariyaratne Kaluarachchi and UC member Pradeep Liyanage were also present.

Maharagama Spl. Cor.