Musical Theatre enthralls the crowd
The much awaited wide screen of the ‘Musical Theatre’ was opened at Dharmarajah Auditorium on September 7 mesmerising the audience with what it offered that was beyond expectation. Those who witnessed the outstanding rare show said ‘ We saw something with quality, deference and value for the ticket money and a show of a highest standard by any means and we must give full credit to the organisers’. Governor of Central Province , who was the chief guest applauded the organizers with a donation mentioning that he took note on the worthy cause of this project where the proceeds of the show will be channeled to Cancer Home. (A Rotary Charity project.) With months of hard work, the coordinator Yohanka Jayasuriya succeeded in putting together a variety of repertories representing classical and oriental music and dance involving professionals and stu- dents of Colombo International School, Dharmaraja College, Good Shepherd Convent, Hillwood College, Gateway College, St. Sylvester’s College, St. Anthony’s College, Vidyartha College, Mahamaya College, Girl’s High School, Kingswood College, Green Hill International School and Trinity College. Yohanka Jayasuriya undertook the assignment joining hands with the Rotary Club of Kandy which is responsible for conducting many charity projects for the benefit of the needy and was ably assisted by music composer, lyricist and song writer Pradeepa Anthony and leading Choir Master Neson George to train the Choir.
It was a musical extravaganza with facets to suit the different ages of the audience. Western and Eastern songs from the 70s to 90s presented by talented students and professional artistes which were given added value with Spectacular modern Drum Fusion. Rotary Club of Kandy is a member of the Rotary International that has the district honour of being feted with a permanent seat at the United Nations in recognition of its continued development role in promoting peace throughout the world. Yohanka Jayasuriya’s role as the chief coordinator made this event happen with the full backing of the Rotary Club of Kandy and well wishers who were present at the show. There were many sponsors namely «The Office Shop», «Devi Jewellers» with main funding support coming from “Sun Aqua “& “Soorya”. ‘ The brand ‘ Musical Theatre’ is now established, which has gone beyond the normal scope of a musical show and for us ‘ the Mission that was placed before us has been accomplished thus benefiting a wider spectrum of stakeholders’ says Yohanka Jayasuriya who is professionally a London Qualified Speech and Drama teacher whose students are trained for the examinations in Trinity Guild Hall (TCL), London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA), Colombo Academy of Language Skills & Dramatic Art (CALSDA), Institute of English, Music & Speech