Broadway theatre comes to Sri Lanka with the Sound of Music

By APD writer Easwaran

COLOMBO, Dec. 29 (APD) - Broadway theatre will make its debut in Sri Lanka with the much acclaimed Andrew Lloyd Webber and David Ian Production, the Sound of Music.

A world-class musical that has captured the hearts of audiences the world over, The Sound of Music is one of the most critically-acclaimed productions in the history of musical theatre. Having won six Tony Awards and five Academy Awards, this production has been staged at major venues around the world. As Colombo joins this list of venues, twelve children from our own country will have a once in a lifetime opportunity to perform alongside a critically acclaimed cast.

Rekindling fond memories of raindrops and roses and whiskers on kittens, this spectacular event promises to be a memorable experience for the entire family. The show is to be staged at the Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapakse Theatre from 14-18 February, 2018.

Cinnamon Life in partnership with Broadway Asia International is to introduce Broadway theatre to Sri Lanka with the Andrew Lloyd Webber and David Ian Production of the Sound of Music.

An event of this caliber is in line with Cinnamon Life’s mission to transform Colombo into a vibrant entertainment hub, and is a significant milestone in the country’s entertainment industry.

The Sound of Music will be the inaugural production in an ongoing partnership between Cinnamon Life and Broadway Asia International, one of the largest production, management, distribution, licensing and touring companies of live entertainment in the Asia Pacific region.

In the past two decades the company has staged dazzling theatrical performances in 400 cities in over 40 countries, winning more than 50 global theatrical awards through its many collaborations.

Sharing his thoughts on the project, President Leisure Sector of John Keells Holdings Krishan Balendra stated says that Cinnamon Life is spearheading the opportunity to bring world-class entertainment to Sri Lanka, especially against the backdrop where tourism is set to be the prime foreign exchange earner for the country.

He went on to say that world-renowned classics like The Sound of Music will showcase memorable performances that can captivate audiences, and in turn hype up Colombo’s entertainment scene.

(ASIA PACIFIC DAILY)