"rhythmic drumming"

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23 March 2025

Youth dress in traditional attire and perform a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's rich cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are deeply rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance. Together, they offer a glimpse into Sri Lanka's history, spirituality, and artistry.

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23 March 2025

Youth dress in traditional attire and perform a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's rich cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are deeply rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance. Together, they offer a glimpse into Sri Lanka's history, spirituality, and artistry.

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23 March 2025

Youth dress in traditional attire and perform a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's rich cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are deeply rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance. Together, they offer a glimpse into Sri Lanka's history, spirituality, and artistry.

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23 March 2025

Savith Pitiyegedara of the Sri Lankan community in traditional attire performs a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance. Together, they offer a glimpse into Sri Lanka's history, spirituality, and artistry.

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23 March 2025

Sri Lankan traditional dancer Reshan Mapatuna performs a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance.

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23 March 2025

Sri Lankan traditional dancer Reshan Mapatuna performs a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance.

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23 March 2025

Sri Lankan traditional dancer Reshan Mapatuna performs a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance.

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23 March 2025

Sri Lankan traditional dancer Reshan Mapatuna performs a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance.

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23 March 2025

Sri Lankan traditional dancer Reshan Mapatuna performs a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance.

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23 March 2025

Sri Lankan traditional dancer Reshan Mapatuna performs a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance.

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23 March 2025

Sameera Wijesinghe, Savith Pitiyegedara, and Sri Lankan traditional dancer Reshan Mapatuna perform a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance. Together, they offer a glimpse into Sri Lanka's history, spirituality, and artistry.

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23 March 2025

Sameera Wijesinghe, Savith Pitiyegedara, and Sri Lankan traditional dancer Reshan Mapatuna perform a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance.

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23 March 2025

Ranmalee Egodagamage (2nd R) and youth of the Sri Lankan community dress in traditional attire and perform a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's rich cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are deeply rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance.

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23 March 2025

Imedha Hettiweediya of the Sri Lankan community dresses in traditional attire and performs a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's rich cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are deeply rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance.

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23 March 2025

Viyana Cooray and Pabasara Vidurangi of the Sri Lankan community dress in traditional attire and perform a traditional dance during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's rich cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are deeply rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance.

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23 March 2025

Children of the Sri Lankan community perform during a cultural show at Aurora Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 22, 2025. Sri Lanka's traditional dancing and drumming are vibrant expressions of the island's cultural heritage. With rhythmic drumming and graceful movements, these performances tell stories that date back centuries. The dances, often performed in colorful costumes, are rooted in rituals and celebrations, while the drumming creates a powerful, pulsating beat that drives the energy of the performance. Together, they offer a glimpse into Sri Lanka's history, spirituality, and artistry.

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