Alfred Reed (1921 - 2005), an American neoclassical composer with more than 200 published works for wind orchestras and chamber ensembles. He travelled extensively as a guest conductor notably to work with the renowned TKWO (Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestr

Friday Sari Project founder Mehala Ford is steadily emerging as one of the few independent champions working to secure meaningful international visibility for Sri Lankan craft, often doing so with remarkable personal commitment and, at times, her own

Designing and installing the main door and frame is an essential part of building construction. Adopting the correct dimensions, materials, and placement ensures that the house benefits from positive energy, which,

A unique celebration of Sri Lankan flavour and craftsmanship unfolded at Gatz, Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, as Three Families brought together an exceptional trio of visionaries - Managing Director of

I realize we are now in the era of High-Technology. The age of the Computer began when I was well into adulthood and I have been scurrying ever after adapting for these last many years.

The debut ARTRA Art Experience, Collector Series, in partnership with Altair, featured a conversation between art patron and collector, Sharya Scharenguivel and Editor-in-Chief, ARTRA Magazine, Azara Jaleel. They explored a family legacy of art patro

Anonymous Productions will bring back the bold and witty stage production Fairytales Suck! , marking the return of a show that blends humour, satire, and social reflection, with the creative talent of Sajini Shabbir,

Ananda and Priyani Wickramaratne recently celebrated their 80th birthdays, organised by their daughter Shamina Perera and surrounded by family and friends. The event was held at the Victorian Ballroom of the

Not long ago, loneliness was considered a private ache, something people endured quietly and rarely discussed in polite company.

Monday morning. A procurement team reviews supplier contracts. A customer service queue routes itself intelligently. Financial forecasts update in real time based on market shifts. Nobody announces “we’re using AI now.” It’s just how work hap

For decades, Senaka De Silva has been a vibrant and influential figure in Sri Lanka’s creative landscape—an artist, designer, model trainer and fashion guru who helped shape the country’s fashion industry from its earliest days. To many who gre

Ancient Chinese believed that the energy of your kitchen/dining kitchen and dining area are directly correlated to your wealth. When there is no money, there is no food on the table; as simple as that.

We land in Sydney, the Rocks has heavy rain and it’s late in the evening. A pleasant young well educated Indian taxi driver from Hyderabad takes us to our apartment . The owners of the apartment tell us the fob is fastened in a box on to a tre

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka (MBFW Sri Lanka) has unveiled an ambitious three-year strategic roadmap through 2028, signalling strong institutional confidence in the country’s fashion and creative economy. The announcement confirms key long-

To celebrate the Birthday of His Majesty King Charles III, British High Commissioner, Andrew Patrick hosted a special reception at the ITC Ratnadipa Hotel. Distinguished guests, diplomats and dignitaries gathered to mark the occasion in a warm and el

In the first part of this talk, Author-Photographer Gehan de Silva Wijeyeratne points out that Sri Lanka is disproportionately rich in species. He presents possible reasons for this and then makes the case that Sri Lanka is one of the best all-round

The recent launch of The Quiet Chapter in Colombo welcomed readers into a growing community built around quiet reading and meaningful connection.

Laylatun Noor ‘26, the annual Iftar held at Curtin University Colombo, brought together students, staff, alumni, and distinguished guests for an evening celebrating the spirit of Ramadan.

“The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars but in ourselves” said Caesar – or rather said Shakespeare in the Tragedy “Julius Caesar”. Those of my generation (several decades ago) quoted him when trying to explain why the most recent predi

The Decades Party, organised by the S. Thomas’ College OBA and the Bishop’s College OGA, was recently held at the Grand Marquee of Taj Samudra. The vibrant evening brought together alumni and friends for a nostalgic celebration of music through t

By the time you read this, Women’s Day is already behind us.

Marking 75 years since the opening of the Italian Embassy in Sri Lanka, the Embassy of Italy in Colombo celebrated this milestone with a Digital Opera, FURIOSO.

International Women’s Day is a global day, celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also calls a mark to action for accelerating women’s equality. On 8 March 2026, people rally with women and girls a

So here we are in Christchurch, fifteen years after the last earthquake, 185 lives lost and many injured. This is our second visit since then and I’m keen to see the progress of the rebuild in this city. Over 2,000 hectares of the city

By listening to the Earth, we become attuned to the energy of the universe, for this energy is manifested in the air as wind, on the Earth as water and land, and in the sky as stars. The Earth is an entity animated by energy; energy flows

Sri Lankan artist Hashan Cooray recently unveiled Nothing Casts a Shadow Alone, a striking new exhibition that Reimagined portraiture as a dynamic field of relations at Saskia Fernando Gallery. This marked a significant milestone

Hilton Colombo welcomes the season of Ramadan with its ‘Middle Eastern Flair’ food festival for the second consecutive year at Graze Kitchen. A specially curated Iftar dinner buffet is available daily until 18 March, inviting

De Lanerolle brothers held a concert recently to celebrate Sinhala Music called ‘Sinhala Gee Rathriya’ at Lionel Wendt Theatre with the DLB Squared Band bringing timeless Sinhala classics to life. This evening of soul stirring

Common Folk is not just about handloom. It’s about heritage, innovation, and keeping the true essence of Lanka alive while pushing it confidently into the future. In a world where fast fashion moves quickly and traditions fade quietly, this

Life is a Circus, is the sixth Artist Spotlight at City of Dreams Sri Lanka, showcasing new work by Sri Lankan artist Gayan Prageeth, curated by Kasun Jayamanne. The exhibition explores themes of conflict, social instability, and