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Ceylon Theatres and British Council join hands to screen the UK’s National Theatre Live here Source : island Ceylon Theatres has joined the British Council to bring the UK’s National Theatre Live (NT Live) to Sri Lankan audiences. The British Council has declared its support to the NT Live screenings, in 2023/24, as part of the 75th anniversary celebrations of UK-Sri Lanka diplomatic ties. Ceylon Theatres said that this will allow a wider audience to enjoy and experience world class UK Arts. National Theatre Live is an initiative operated by the Royal National Theatre in London. It broadcasts live, by satellite, performances of their productions to cinemas and arts centres around the world. Ceylon Theatres operates the Regal cinemas and the Majestic cinema in Sri Lanka, which collectively has 18 screens across the country in seven locations. Ceylon Theatres have made arrangements to screen two iconic productions for a limited time ...

Sep 15, 2023 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , ,
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The Great Cinemas of Colombo – By Malsha – eLanka Colombo, the capital city of Sri Lanka, has a rich history of cinema culture. Over the years, many iconic movie theaters have graced the city, serving as entertainment hubs for generations of movie-goers. Here are some of the great cinemas of Colombo: Regal Cinema: Established in 1930, Regal Cinema is one of the oldest and most iconic cinemas in Colombo. The cinema’s art deco architecture and grand interior make it a landmark in the city. Regal Cinema has a seating capacity of over 1,000 and is known for its premieres of both local and international films. Liberty Cinema: Liberty Cinema is another famous cinema in Colombo, located in the heart of the city. Built in 1952, the cinema’s iconic facade features an intricate lattice design. The cinema has a seating capacity of over 800 and is known for its comfortable ...

May 4, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged , , , , , , , , , , ,
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The Great Days Of Bamba – Life In The Bambalapitiya Of The Sixties & Seventies – by Asiff Hussein Source:roar.media   Bambalapitiya, in the heart of downtown Colombo, is arguably one of the most exciting places to be in the city, with shopping malls, bookshops, restaurants, and hotels lining its streets. The name is still quite intriguing as no one has been able to convincingly trace its origins. Whether it took its name from the Bambalosi or shaddocks that may have grown here in abundance, or that pungent salted fish known as Bombili that may have been spread out here to dry, we do not know for sure. What we can say for certain is that it has, for long, been a very happening place in the city—for at least a hundred years. It rose to prominence after Independence, especially after the famous Bambalapitiya Flats were built to accommodate middle-income people, mainly government servants. ...

Feb 18, 2022 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , , ,
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