CHOGM 2013 Opening Ceremony - Cultural Ballet -- "Sri Lanka"

A story of Sri Lanka's history, folk lifestyles, indigenous cultures and traditions told in the form of a multi-faceted dance act. The dance begins with a depiction of the early voyagers who visited Sri Lanka and their admiration of its many marvels. Then it proceeds to discover Sri Lanka's rich agricultural heritage and its advanced irrigation technology. Moving on to learn of the country's natural healing science known as 'Veda' and the religious healing rituals performed to cleanse body and mind. We also discover the early education systems that trained people in various livelihoods such as farming, traditional drumming and dance.
Choreopgraphed by -- Channa Wijewardena
Performed by -- The Channa Upuli Performing Arts Foundation
Music by -- Chrishan Fernando (Saregama Music)