Written and Reviewed by Sathira C. Marahela
On the evening of Saturday, 25 October, the Main Hall of Trinity College, Kandy transformed into a theatrical arena as The Sound of Theatre unfolded before a full-house audience. The event brought together three distinct productions: Evita, Sura Pura and Les Misérables.
Evita: Commanding the Stage with Grace and Power
The evening opened with Evita, drawing the audience into the world of Eva Perón with clarity and focus. From the moment Che stepped forward, the production carried a strong narrative thread that guided the audience through Eva’s rise.
Eva was portrayed with composure and emotional depth, and her rendition of Don’t Cry for Me Argentina stood out as one of the memorable moments of the night. Characters such as Juan Perón and Magaldi added further richness, shaped by weeks of preparation, vocal work and collaboration. Through thoughtful staging and a unified cast, Evita set a high standard for the productions that followed.
Sura Pura: Where Sinhala Drama Found New Life
The tone shifted with Sura Pura, an original Sinhala production that brought freshness and imagination to the evening. Its choreography, visual design and confident cast carried the story with purpose. Every movement felt deliberate and well practised, while the interplay between characters strengthened the momentum of the drama.
The chorus provided rhythm and cohesion as the narrative moved between humour, tension and emotion. With vivid staging and committed ensemble work, Sura Pura became a reminder of the students’ ability to create original theatre with conviction.
Les Misérables: A Blend of Revolution and Emotion
The night concluded with Les Misérables, a production that lifted the atmosphere to a new height. From the first notes, the hall shifted into a world of revolution, hope and human struggle.
The cast approached the musical with confidence and maturity, delivering harmonies that resonated and choreography that captured the urgency of the barricades. The portrayal of Marius Pontmercy became a particular highlight, balancing vulnerability with strength.
The ensemble moved with precision, and the transitions between large battle scenes and quieter emotional moments flowed smoothly. With expressive staging and powerful vocal delivery, Les Misérables became one of the defining features of Sounds of Theatre.
The success of the productions rested on the combined strength of the Drama Society, Western Music Society, Media Unit, Administration Staff, and the Support Staff. Their work ensured that every aspect of the event, from lighting and sound to logistics and publicity, stayed consistent and reliable.
The guidance of Mr Aslam Marikkar and Mr Kanishka Samarasundara shaped months of rehearsals into cohesive and disciplined performances. The results on stage reflected the students’ dedication, late evenings of practice and their shared aim of doing their best for College.
The Cast
Masters T. N. Hettihewage, P. A. L. M. B. Kahapola, M. M. M. B. B. Nawarathne, B. M. R. L. Yasaratne, A. M. Wickramasinghe, Chamath M. Thilakaratne, N. H. Jayasundara, C. M. S. H. Chandrasekara, R. M. A. S. Ranwala, S. C. Dissanayake, A. J. Sathiyaseelan, B. D. M. T. Wanigaratne, K. Kanish Kaarunyan, V. Dassanayake, M. U. S. Saheed, T. D. B. Garusinghe, A. H. I. D. Hettiarachchi, M. A. Abdhullah, U. T. D. Dahampath, D. Arham, M. A. Malwatta, P. Sashwanth, S. Y. Halangoda, J. Y. Ganegoda, R. M. R. D. B. Ranaweera, N. S. De Mel, S. A. Samarasinghe, Y. K. Ranatunga, M. L. Narangammana, M. A. J. D. Marasinghe, M. Kankesh, S. T. Hathagoda, B. M. M. N. Yasaratne, M. D. D. K. Jayasekera, Suresh Navinkrishorke, D. M. B. De Silva, N. H. Mudunkotuwa, Yeshan Ranatunga, P. M. Gunathilaka, K. V. A. D. S. Vithanaarachchi, H. W. W. B. B. Jayarathne, K. A. V. N. Perera, M. A. Jameel, E. M. A. D. Ekanayake, K. G. T. D. Malitha, M. C. H. Abeykoon, R. M. Jayasinghe, C. K. P. Habaragamuwa, A. N. T. Fernando, A. P. M. Jayaneth, N. M. Rajakaruma, A. D. W. P. R. B. Senavirathna, A. Kavilash, W. S. R. Fernando, D. U. S. K. De Zoysa, W. D. S. Devjan, B. G. D. N. Dissanayake.
The Ensemble
Masters Savean Premadasa, Bumitha Nanayakkara, Dumasha Wijesekeragmage, Shewan Alok, Thehan Ellepola, Rakhitha Wijayasinghe, Yadhukshan Dinesh, Yumeth Epa, Sethuja Tennekoon, Senuja Tennekoon, Peitshala Bandara, Sanchesh Bandara, Shevin Ruvane Mederigama, W. A. Bivon Abeyratne, David Asher Weragama, Dihen Rajapakse, Senith Ratnatilake, B. Hareshwar, Induwara Rajapakshe, Prabu Premkumar Varun, Dihas Senavirathne, Sayul De Silva, Dulmina Herath, G. G. H. Himarash, Denith Prematilake, Chenura Athapaththu, Sobath Amarasekara, Shameel Praneeth, Rehan Premaratna, Binupa Jayawardane, Lithum Lokuyaddehige, Mark Jayaratne, Haweesha Himarash, Rochelle Rajudin.
The Media Crew
Sound was handled by Senushka Ellepola, Kavilash Amalraj, Sankesh Paskaran and Roshin Karthik, while music production was led by Punsilu Jayasinghe. Stage management was carried out by Minidu Navarathne, with logistics supported by Minidu Navarathne, Thevidu Gamage and Matheesha De Silva. Stage lighting was managed by Yeshan Ranatunga, Nesath Rajakaruna and Matheesha Malwatte. Photography and videography were undertaken by Sathnidu Dissanayake, Pasindu Senevirathne, Shenal Wijerathne and Puvanenthiran Kareshkar.
