All Island Western Music & Dance Competition 2023
Congratulation on wining Junior Western Dance, Recorder Group (Open), and Recorder Solo (Senior). The Competition took place at Sanghamitta Balika Vidyalaya, Galle.
The Dancing Unit of Rahula College is an illustrious and integral part of the school’s identity. Through its traditional “udarata” dancing style, the Dancing Unit has successfully communicated the rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka to the world. The sheer number of dancers who have contributed their talents to this unit is a testament to its popularity and importance. With a proud history spanning several years, the Rahula College Dancing Unit strives not only to showcase exceptional performances but also aims to develop individual qualities in each Rahulian performer by honing their skills. It is fascinating that one of the major parts of this tradition, “Ves Mangalya,” began in 2000 under Mr.S.K.Vellala’s leadership. Since then, it has grown into eight groups at present with Mrs.NB Gayani Jeevantha and Mrs.Malika Nayani Gunasekara as teachers in charge. Their dedication towards nurturing talent amongst students deserves praise and admiration as they contribute towards keeping Sri Lankan culture alive through dance forms like Ves Mangalya performed by talented Rahulians who take pride in showcasing traditional arts on global stages.
2022 :
“Nirmanathmaka Bera Wadanaya” – Third Place
2015 :
“Iradi Wannama” – Second Place
2013 :
“Kolmura Narthanaya” – Third Place
2012 :
“Gemi Natum Pathuru” – Third Place
2011 :
“Hanuma Wannama” – Second Place
2010 :
“Gajaga Wannama” – First Place
“Yahan Mutti Padaaya” Second Place
2009 :
“Kol Paaduwa” Second Place
2008 :
“Pol Padaya” – Second Place
“Thuraga Wannama” – Second Place
2007 :
“Iradi Wannama” – Second Place
2006 :
“Bulath Padaya” – Second Place
2005 :
“Dekethi Dakunu Dethi” – Second Place
2003 :
“Yakthun Padaya” – First Place
“Kadu Haraba” – Second Place
“Asne Natuma” – Third Place
2002 :
“Gog Gog Jin Jingatha Wannama” – First Place
“Maha Bo Wannama” – Second Place
“Asadrusha Wannama ” – Second Place
2001 :
“Hanuma Wannama” – First Place
“Pol Padaya” – Second Place
2000 :
“Bulath Padaya” – Third Place
Congratulation on wining Junior Western Dance, Recorder Group (Open), and Recorder Solo (Senior). The Competition took place at Sanghamitta Balika Vidyalaya, Galle.
Parallel with the centenary celebrations of Rahula College, Ves Ceremony of 39 students was held according to the rituals at the school premises on the 18th of January 2023. Image Courtesy : Mr. Lahiru Sahan Gunasekara / RCM Web Team
Parallel with the centenary celebrations of Rahula College, Ves Ceremony of 39 students will be held at the school premises on the 18th of January 2023.
In coordination with the Old Boys Association, 2012 old boys group of Rahula College donated 1.2 million worth sets of Ves for the Dancing unit of the school and for the “Ves Ceremony” which will be held in parallel with the Centenary Celebrations of Rahula College.
Parallel with the centenary celebrations of Rahula College, the rituals started the Ves Ceremony of 38 dancing students.