Music Clubs & Theatres in Colombo

Colombo in Sri Lanka boasts of a rich history and culture. The entertainment scene in Colombo is dazzling with nightclubs, bars, casinos, music clubs and theatres. The cultural richness of the city is represented in the music clubs and theatres in Colombo. The music clubs and theatres offer a truly Sri Lankan experience. Various music clubs and theatres are scattered across the city.

Features of music clubs and theatres in Colombo:

  -   The music clubs and theatres are housed in big hotels dotting the city of Colombo.
  -   The spectacular music clubs offer great music and dance floors. You can gorge on exquisite food at these music clubs. The music clubs cater to every taste. You can swing and sway with jazz, R&B and rock.
  -   Cultural shows and theatrical performances are also held in big hotels. 'Devil' Dancing and the famous Kandyan dance performances are often staged at popular venues. Performances of traditional Kandyan and 'low country' dancing and the famous 'Devil' dancing can be arranged on request. These offer the true spirit of Sri Lankan dance and music. You can find more information about the timings from hotel receptions and local newspapers.
  -   Colombo Planetarium offers special cultural shows on the last Saturday of every month.
  -   Theatres in Colombo are popular venues for screening of popular US films, ballets, concerts and theatrical performances. The performing arts centers are popular venues for musical and theatrical performances.
  -   Native and western dramas are presented frequently at the popular theatrical venues. The major theatres in Colombo are Lionel Wendt Theatre, Guildford Crescent, Colombo 7.Y.M.B.A. Borella, Colombo 8, Navarangahala, Rajakeeya Mawatha, Elphinstone, Tower Hall, Maradana, Colombo 10, Lumbini Theatre, Havelock Town, Colombo 5, John de Silva Memorial Theatre, Ananda Coomar-aswamy Mawatha and Sarasavipaya. Musical and traditional dance performances are often held in Colombo 10 in addition to theatrical presentations. These venues boast of historical richness.