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Half Day Pass – Morning, 19th January 2025
Colombo Public LibraryA half day pass to enjoy from cultural performance to join the discussion with world renowned authors
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LKR 11,250.00
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Full Day Pass – 19th January 2025
Colombo Public LibraryA full day pass to enjoy from cultural performance to join the discussion with world renowned authors
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LKR 20,000.00
Islanded and Connected
Colombo Public LibrarySujit Sivasundaram, Shamara Wettimuny in conversation with Judith Perera
Sujit Sivasundaram and Shamara Wettimuny come together to explore how Sri Lanka’s rich and complex history resonates globally while remaining uniquely local. Drawing on Sujit’s insights into the Indian Ocean as a stage for revolutionary ideas, the discussion delves into the historical role of dissent and resistance.
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LKR 3,500.00
Fairytale Mash-Up (6-9 Year Olds)
Colombo Public LibraryWhen Peter Pan met Rumpelstiltskin…
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LKR 2,000.00
Andy Warhol on Canvas Tote Bag (age 6 -13 yrs)
Colombo Public LibraryInspired by the pop art legend Andy Warhol, children will design personal tote bags. They will use Warhol’s bold and colorful techniques to create eye-catching, fashion-forward accessories which they flaunt […]
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LKR 3,500.00
A Wednesday Every Decade
Colombo Public LibraryNaseeruddin Shah in conversation with Rehan Mudannayake
Naseeruddin Shah will reflect on his experience working with legends of the past and the rising stars of today, drawing from insights shared in his book And Then One Day: A Memoir. Shah will discuss how acting techniques, storytelling, and the industry itself have transformed across generations.
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LKR 3,500.00
Diversity Reckoning
Colombo Public LibraryMax Czollek in conversation with Savithri Rodrigo
Max Czollek presents his vision for "radical diversity" as an alternative to the traditional politics of tolerance and assimilation. Drawing on his critiques of post-WWII German cultural policies, Czollek argues for a future where diversity is embraced not as an exception but as a fundamental principle, examining how radical diversity reshapes the way we view citizenship, culture, and politics, pushing for a more inclusive and multifaceted societal structure that transcends binary notions of identity.
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LKR 3,500.00
From Frangipani Gardens to Battlegrounds
Colombo Public LibraryRamya Jirasinghe, Vihanga Perera in conversation with Sukanya Wignaraja
Ramya Jirasinghe and Vihanga Perera come together for a powerful conversation on the transformative role of poetry in healing and understanding. Ramya will explore themes of love, loss, and reconciliation in post-war Sri Lanka, drawing from her collection Love Poems from a Frangipani Garden, while Vihanga will share how real-life experiences shape his topical, poignant poetry.
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LKR 3,500.00
Science Under Siege
Colombo Public LibraryShawn Otto in conversation with Chevaan Daniel
Shawn Otto explores the roles of media, education, and social networks in shaping public perception and learning how to counteract misinformation. The session will also focus on understanding how to analyse scientific claims, emphasising the importance of scepticism and the cultivation of a questioning mindset in a world rife with conflicting information.
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LKR 3,500.00
Many Loves, From the Greeks
Colombo Public LibraryMolly Roden Winter in conversation with Shrayana Bhattacharya
An unfiltered discussion about the ethics and emotional realities of open marriages, based on Winter’s provocative memoir More: A Memoir of Open Marriage. How do you handle jealousy when love is shared across multiple partners? How do transparency and communication become the foundations of trust?
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LKR 3,500.00
Half Day Pass – Afternoon, 19th January 2025
Colombo Public LibraryA half day pass to join the discussion with world renowned authors
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LKR 11,250.00
The Interplay of Politics and Trade: Insights into Sri Lanka’s Policies
Colombo Public LibraryRazeen Sally, Murtaza Jafferjee, Nisthar Cassim in conversation with Rehana Thowfeek
This session will critically examine the intricate relationship between political dynamics and trade policy decisions in Sri Lanka. Attendees will explore how political stability, governance, and policy frameworks influence trade agreements and economic strategies.
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LKR 3,500.00
History Remix: Rewrite the Past (9-13 Year Olds)
Colombo Public LibraryIf the Kohinoor had not been taken to England…
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LKR 2,000.00
The Storyteller’s Palette
Colombo Public LibraryJerry Pinto in conversation with Graeme Simsion
Shining a light on Jerry Pinto’s creative genius across original writing, translations, and biographies and children’s literature. From the emotional depth of Em and The Big Hoom to the coming-of-age themes in The Education of Yuri, and his translations of Cobalt Blue and Baluta, the discussion will uncover Pinto’s creative process.
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LKR 3,500.00
Sri Lankan Elephants on Craft Paper (6 -13 Year Olds)
Colombo Public LibraryAre my feelings important? Yes! Everything you feel matters.
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LKR 3,500.00
Ghosts of Legacy
Colombo Public LibraryPramod Kumar KG in conversation with Sujit Sivasundaram
Explore South Asia’s rich, unconventional archives—oral stories, cultural expressions, and everyday sayings—that go beyond paper trails. Pramod Kumar KG dives into the importance of these overlooked memories and the urgent need to preserve them. The discussion also tackles the global movement to return cultural artefacts, highlighting their deep ties to community identity and history.
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LKR 3,500.00
Dino Discovery: Exploring the Cretaceous World! (10-15 years)
Colombo Public LibraryJoin Pranay Lal for an exciting adventure back in time to the Cretaceous period, when dinosaurs ruled the Earth!
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LKR 2,000.00
A Suitable Recitation
Colombo Public LibraryRatna Pathak Shah, Naseeruddin Shah
Ratna Pathak Shah and Naseeruddin Shah embark on a whimsical journey through Vikram Seth’s iconic poem The Elephant and the Tragopan, infusing their theatrical prowess with a splash of humour and creativity.
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LKR 3,500.00
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