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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
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Literary
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
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
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
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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