IIT Showcases Stagecraft 2015
Stagecraft 2015 organized by the Student Union of the Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT) which took place with much glamour, featured many talented young students who displayed their skills at an evening filled with song, dance and drama.
This year’s event, themed “Argentum Spiritus XXV” took place at Bishop’s College Auditorium on February 13. “Argentum Spiritus XXV” - the “Spirit of Silver 25” is especially significant for IIT as the Institute celebrates its silver jubilee this year.
The acts that embodied Stagecraft ranged from western classics to traditional eastern dances. In addition, the event included experimental acts such as instrumental-based tracks that were written and played by the students themselves. Cultural dances from both Sinhalese and Tamil traditions were presented, with students displaying their ancestry and traditions in a glamorous display of colour and skill. This year’s Stagecraft also displayed drama-oriented events that brought out many emotions such as comedy, sadness and intrigue to light.
Students were judged upon their talent and skill by popular personalities from the entertainment and business arena. Ms Natasha Rathnayake, Ms Mudrika Swarnatillake and Mr Thulitha Piyasena were the judges for the event. The students were judged based on their creativity, diligence and overall performance.
The winners of this year’s Stagecraft are Best Performer - Uvindu Senevirathne and Kamindu Punchihewa, Best Performance - The Bank Heist (Drama), Best Dance – Taal and Best Song - La Bandos, Clairvoyant
The Chief Guests for the function comprised of Mr Muhunthan Canagey - Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer ICTA, Dr Gamini Wickramasinghe - Chairman Informatics Group, Dr Sampath Kannangara - CEO IIT, Prof. Alfred Perera - Dean IIT, Mr Hasith Wickramasinghe and Mr Hiran Wickramasinghe, Directors of Informatics.
“I would like to thank the CEO, Dean and all staff of IIT for their support and guidance. I would like to especially thank our alumni for their support and participation at this event and say a special thank you to our sponsors, without whom this event would not have been possible. Finally, we all owe a special thank you to Mr Dino Corera, who has been the backbone of five consecutive Stagecrafts over the years. Thanks also go to Mr Lahiru Aponsu who dedicated his time in giving us advice and guidance. Last but not least, I would like to thank the Student Union of IIT and the Backstage crew who helped us in making this even a success,” Stagecraft Committee Chairperson Akila Gurusinghe said.