Handagama returns to theatre with A Death at an Antique Shop-BY ANURADHA KODAGODA Source:Sundayobserver It is indeed exciting news for all theatre lovers that the avant-garde filmmaker of our time, veteran artiste Asoka Handagama returns to stage after three decades with his latest theatrical venture A death at an Antique Shop this month. His second coming on stage is since his last theatre production Magatha, which was awarded the best original play at the State Drama Festival in 1989. Being an avant-garde filmmaker in the country, Handagama’s artistic approaches have always been an encouragement for many generations and this time his return to stage is expected to help revive Sri Lankan theatre, which has been severely affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. ...

Read More →