The theatre was constructed with the expertise from China at a cost of Rs. 3.08 billion.
The five-storied building comprises a main theater with a seating capacity of 1,288 seats and an open air theater on the top floor. The theater houses a three tier movable stage. It also comprises two exhibition halls, thirteen rehearsal halls, parking facilities for 500 vehicles, library, and training facilities.
The theatre, equipped with ultra-modern equipment will have facilities to conduct educational and research activities.
The details of the ‘Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapakse Theatre’ can be obtained via www.lotuspond.lk
Source : gossip9.us
