Historic Drama Script Collection ’Rata Barayi Numbata Puthe’ Debuts 🎭

• Cultural Contribution: The book "Rata Barayi Numbata Puthe", edited by Jagath Chandralal de Silva, was formally presented to veteran dramatist Padmaseela de Silva. The publication serves as an important resource for students and researchers in dramatic literature. • Historical Milestone: The book compiles four dramatic scripts alongside a critical review by literary critic Thilak Rajapaksa. It commemorates the 1971 stage play "Rata Barayi", which was the first production by an out-of-Colombo dramatist to win major awards at the State Drama Festival. • Legacy & Talent: Produced during Padmaseela de Silva's early career as a teacher at Induruwa Maha Vidyalaya and Sri Devananda Vidyalaya, the original play introduced prominent local actors Jayasri Chandajith and Chandrasoma Binduhewa to the Sri Lankan theatre industry before the playwright transitioned into the Sri Lanka Administrative Service.