The Sooriya Village is celebrating Maldivian Independence Day “Minivan Dhuvas” on July 26 from 6 pm, in appreciation and celebration of the thousands of Maldivian people here in Sri Lanka, who study and work among us every day.
On July 26, “July Sabbies” await a night of pandemonium immersed in Maldivian culture with a lineup that includes a performance by Varadhaana Beru, exhibits and live performances by Maldivian students of the Academy of Design and lots of yummy delights such as Gulha, Havaadhuli Bis, Bhajiya, Majha, Roas Paan and Gerikiru Boakiba, all on the house.
“Bodu Beru” translated from Divehi literally means, Big Drums, and is a very energetic form of Maldivian entertainment where everyone is invited to dance and clap, while the songs are going on.
Bodu Beru which is a dance song, starts with a slow beat and in due course would lead to a hyperactive, frenetic and tumultuous beat.
The first and official Maldivian Bodu Beru group made in Sri Lanka, Varadhana Beru consisting of a group of young Maldivian students residing here will perform on the night of the 26th bringing us Maldivian Traditional Music in its best form.
Given the vast number of Maldivian students studying at the Academy of Design, they too have partnered with The Sooriya Village to showcase the designs of their students which have been influenced by traditional Maldivian arts, crafts and culture.
The showcase will include an exhibition and live performances!
The Sooriya Village, located in the heart of Colombo, provides amenities such as, rehearsal suits, a top gear recording studio, library and research services, a tech based lecture room, a restaurant with mouth watering delights, dorms, tea/coffee/juice lounge, performance spaces and plenty of hang out area.
Sooriya’s vision is to provide a facility for artists and art enthusiasts to nurture and explore the culture of arts delivering the best possible service and experience.
The Sooriya Village welcomes all you vibrant lovers of culture for a refreshing evening away from the daily hustle and bustle, to enjoy the best of Maldivian culture. For more details of the event, please contact The Sooriya Village on 0112552666.