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3 May - 15 June at Lakmahal Community Library Sister Library

Sister Library, founded by Indigenous artist aqui Thami, is a vibrant art initiative that goes beyond the conventional concept of a library. Rooted in the celebration of women, it intertwines literature with community involvement to nurture diverse and inclusive connections. The project will travel to multiple locations across Sri Lanka throughout the year, and be accompanied by a multifaceted programme featuring workshops, performances, talks, and readings. The Sister Library’s first stop will be the Lakmahal Community Library in Colombo.

Sister Library (square) © Sister Library

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Projects

Techno Worlds

As a global phenomenon, techno has not only shaped music history, but has also set impulses that have impacted contemporary culture, art, pop culture, media consumption and technologies.

The Goethe-Institut's exhibition TECHNO WORLDS approaches this multi-layered phenomenon through the works of international artists. The exhibition will be on display at Rio Hotel & Cinema Complex in Colombo from 13 - 28 September 2024. The Colombo display of TECHNO WORLDS will feature an additional section on the history of Pettah Interchange (2012 -2016) in Sri Lanka.

Knowledge Through Entertainment

Science Film Festival

In 2024, Sri Lanka is celebrating the 7th year of Science Film Festival. The Science Film Festival 2024 will center on the theme of Net Zero and the Circular Economy.

Kafka 2024

Being Kafka

Why does Franz Kafka’s spell remain unbroken a hundred years after his death? Is it his exquisite letters, our affection for dramatic tales, or the sense that our contemporary world has never been more Kafkaesque? The centenary of Franz Kafka's death presents a chance to delve into innovative approaches to understanding the author and his captivating oeuvre.

Illustration zu "Being Kafka" © Goethe-Institut, Illustration: Roberto Maján © Goethe-Institut, Illustration: Roberto Maján

EUNIC Project

The Routes we Take

This project aims to collect and map out local creatives, organisations and businesses whose practices center around circularity and symbiotic relationships with people and the planet.

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