Art & Media Archives - Page 7 of 31

July 2, 2024

Since May 2023, the Geoffrey Bawa Trust curatorial team has been exploring a series of multivocal projects across disciplines through the three-season-long To Lunuganga programme. Established to honour the 75th anniversary of architect Geoffrey Bawa’s famed Bentota garden, To Lunuganga launches its third season with a programme felicitating the occasion between the 11th–and 14th of […]

June 25, 2024

Since December 2023, the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) has been working on its ‘Arts 4 ADR’ project in partnership with Supporting Effective Dispute Resolution (SEDR Sri Lanka). It is a 12-month endeavour that aims to increase awareness and understanding of community-based Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms and facilitate […]

June 3, 2024

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The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) is pleased to announce another series of free public programmes for ‘88 Acres: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’. As the exhibition comes to a close on 7 July 2024, these events offer a last opportunity for visitors to engage deeply […]

April 22, 2024

The Kailashwara Natyanjali festival in Sri Lanka recently witnessed a captivating performance by the exceptionally talented Ramya Shankaran, merging Bharatanatyam and Mohiniyattam in a display that left an indelible mark on attendees. Shankaran’s exhibition showcased not only her versatility but also her profound dedication to the art of classical dance, echoing the vibrancy of Indian […]

April 19, 2024

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) particularly focuses on educational initiatives for various target groups across the country. These include the general public, and schools and higher educational institutions in Sri Lanka. Through its Schools and Higher Education Institutions Outreach Programme, the MMCA Sri Lanka engages with […]

April 8, 2024

You are invited for the free and trilingual April 2024 public programmes by the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka). These events have been specially curated to deeply engage the audiences with the pioneering work of Sri Lanka’s first woman architect Minnette De Silva (1918–1998), and the museum’s current exhibition […]

March 19, 2024

The long-awaited ‘Sri Lankan Artists 2024’ exhibition organized by The George Keyt Foundation will make a resounding comeback after a six-year hiatus. The grand opening will take place on 22 March 2024 at the JDA Perera Gallery in Colombo and continue until 26 March. The George Keyt Foundation’s ‘Sri Lankan Artists 2024’ exhibition not only […]

March 15, 2024

Kala Pola 2024 – Sri Lanka’s Annual Open Air Art Fair – held on February 18th along Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 7 brought success for both artists and visitors alike, generating estimated sales of approximately Rs. 51 million, excluding commissioned artwork. Commemorating its 31st year, Kala Pola is Sri Lanka’s largest and longest-running platform for […]

March 14, 2024

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The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) has an exciting lineup of public programmes for March 2024, inviting visitors to engage with art and culture in unique and immersive ways. From curated tours to workshops and discussions, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Explore our current exhibition ‘88 Acres: […]

February 20, 2024

Kala Pola, Sri Lanka’s Annual Open-Air Art Fair, was held on 18th February 2024, marking 31 years since its inception. Conceptualised by the George Keyt Foundation in 1993, the event has, since 1994, been held with the continued patronage and implementation support of the John Keells Group. Kala Pola provides the country’s largest platform for […]

A Garden Reimagined: To Lunuganga Season 3 Launch (July 11–14, 2024)

Land, Conflict, and Art with the MMCA Sri Lanka

The MMCA Sri Lanka Announces Free Public Programmes for ‘88 Acres: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’

Ramya Shankaran’s Mesmerizing Performance at the Kailashwara Natyanjali Festival

MMCA Sri Lanka Adds the Arts to the Classroom

April Public Programmes at the MMCA Sri Lanka

The George Keyt Foundation ‘Sri Lankan Artists 2024’ Exhibition returns to celebrate nation’s artistic brilliance

Kala Pola 2024 – A Spectacular Celebration of Sri Lankan Visual Art

Discover March 2024 Public Programmes at the MMCA Sri Lanka

Kala Pola 2024