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For Finer Things in Life www.fridayweekly.com.np ISSUE 42 | RS. 20 SUBSCRIBER COPY 18 - 24 November, 2010 | @ – * d+l;/, @)^& ������AND MORE ���������������������������������� EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY | EVERY THURSDAY 10 1115 167 19 PAGE3 HALFWAY GOURMET CONSUME DIFFERENTSTROKES Hall of Frame The Taste of Wine Buzzin’ The Treasure Chest Number Puzzle Here’s the perfect chance An intoxicating halfway, Garrulous Foodie is at it again This or that?These or those? Do mobile numbers to find out what hap- that tells you about your and this time Cafe Buzz is Choosing a gift becomes easy segregate? Read pened at the Mega Model own personality through where he is headed. What’s with the newly opened gift SumitPoudyal’s view on how 2010 Grand Finale. the type of wine you enjoy. good or bad at Buzz? Find out. shop, Sandook. this interesting concept. Bhatbhateni Super Market, Bhatbhateni AND MORE BATTLE OF THE OF BATTLE s? Text by Suyasha Sitaula, Photo by ECS Media ith Fun Factory bringing the 6D Soon after the 6D theatre emerged besides movie experience to Kathmandu, 4D, the latter was upgraded to 8D. 8 dimen- movie-lovers now have a unique and sions? Or 8 effects? In the quest to find the Wmulti-sensory experience, (not) for right answer to my question, I went on a “D” the first time in Nepal. Apart from the usual excursion. 4D was an invigorating experience, audio-visual show, one can even smell, ride and most probably because it was a novel experi- interact. The smart chairs are equipped with leg, ence. With the advent of 6D, my episode of 4D butt and back ticklers, neck and face air blasts, seemed subpar. 6D offered better image clar- water sprays, stereo speakers and scent and wind ity, extra effects and smoother motions. With effects along with seven different motions. higher hopes, I gave 8D a whirl. But I was sub- 6D was preceded by 4D, another multi-sen- merged in disappointment. It had nothing more sory experience, which entices the four senses than 6D, and well, when 4D had sizzled at the - vision, smell, sound and touch. 6D does the same arena, 8D unfortunately fizzled. same thing, so why isn’t it called 4D? “Its be- It would not be wrong to say that the in- cause of the awareness level of the general crease in the number before the “D” doesn’t public. They don’t understand what multi- mean anything, but is solely a marketing gim- sensory effects mean and it is very difficult to mick. The low incomprehension level of the communicate in a language that is understood general Nepali consumers has been exploited widely in the market. The only language the time and again, and this is no exception. In the public understands now is “D” and hence our course of my research, I have witnessed audi- focus on the alphabet. What we offer is more ence returning from 8D grumbling how they than the 4D experience - we have more motion should have watched 6D, or that it wasn’t up and hall effects”, explains Sushil Thapa from to their expectations. Voicing all “D” lovers, I Fun Factory. So we get it, 6D offers more than say put a stop to this “D” mayhem, we look for the 4D theatre. But what about 8D?! quality and not the quantity (of the D). Courtesy: Fun Factory 6D Theatre, City Centre, Kamalpokhari City Centre, Theatre, Fun Factory 6D Courtesy: exhibition in Nepal. She said, “He page3 wanted to reach as many souls and eyes as possible, and this exhi- make your statement bition serves his purpose.” Keeping the At the opening of the ex- his week, Kathmanduites hibition on 12 November at will get a rare opportu- Yala Maya Kendra, the venue nity to witness the works was abuzz with dignitaries and of one of the most promi- who’s who of Kathmandu. Of T th nent artist of the 20 Centutry, the 32 works, in the galleries of Marc Chagall (1887-1985) from Yala Maya Kendra, 20 are offset 12 November to 21 November MAGIC– Ayusha Nirola ALIVE prints, and the rest are reproduc- at Yala Maya Kendra, Patan tions of Chagall’s lithographs. Dhoka. Entitled ‘Marc Chagall: Speaking at the program, can be taken as an inspiration for dition and modern forms of art Spread in three rooms, the ex- The Magic of Colour’, the ex- prominent Nepali artist Madan Nepali artists. “Chagall empha- can definitely learn something hibition has biography panels hibition is being put together Chitrakar shared with the au- sized on folk tradition and blend- from his work,” he opined. on the artist’s life in both Nepali by the Spinal Injury Rehabilita- dience a brief life history of ed it with modern art and created Meret Meyer, Marc Chagall’s and English. tion Centre (SIRC) in Saanga, Chagall and his works. Similarly, something new. His originality is granddaughter, who was also pres- The organizers believe that Kavre District, with the help of artist and art critic Mukesh Malla what makes him stand out. Nepali ent at the program, expressed her this exhibition will be a treat Chagall’s granddaughter, Meret talked about how Chagall’s work artists who are torn between tra- happiness in being able to hold this for art lovers and students alike Meyer, who is one of the cura- as ‘lithography, a printmaking tors, along with Jürg Kunz, both technique, is not practiced in from Berne, Switzerland. Nepal as of yet and therefore, it In order to get a preview of the introduces one to the medium.’ exhibition a small gathering of All of the works are being do- artists, art critics, art students and nated to SIRC upon the completion journalist was held at the venue of the weeklong exhibition and ac- on 11 November. Welcoming the cording to Kanak Dixit, SIRC plans guests, Kanak Mani Dixit, a board to display the posters once a year at member of SIRC said, “Chagall the Center in order to encourage has been credited to being one of art lovers, students and the general the pioneers of modernism and is public to come to Saanga. He also also known as one of the greatest stated that the exhibition would figurative artists of the 20th cen- be free but a special catalogue on tury but unfortunately not many Chagall and the exhibition will be are familiar with his work. So available for purchase. through this small gathering, we Read the exclusive interview wanted you to know more about with Chagall’s granddaugh- Chagall’s life.” In this regard, he ter and the co-curator of the also requested the people present exhibition “Chagall in Nepal: to make noise about the exhibition, The Magic of Colour” on next which will be held at Saanga. week’s Fr!day. ! Fr!day Issue 42 | 18 - 24 November, 2010 5 hall of frame What: Mega Model Grand Finale 2010 Where: Army officer’s Club, Sundhara Spotted: R.K Manandhar, Abhaya Subba, Malvika Subba, Noyo Singh, Prashant Tamrakar, Dibya Subba Enjoyed: Enthralling music, well- choreographed sequences and designs TOP 3 With events to the left and right, Friday makes it a little bit easier for you to choose events to check out this week and the next. Here are our top 3 picks: 1. BLUE VIBES The Himalayan Blues Festival is back again, bringing international artists and POST US: Listings can be what’s on their beautiful blues music along with it. sent by email – events@ 2. DANCE EXTRAVAGANZA! fridayweekly.com.np or call things to do Dance your weekend away by joining in the International Salsa Festival, a us at any of the following first in Nepal. numbers - 5011571, 5011639, 5011730, 5011731. sun . mon . tue . wed . thu . fri . sat 3. MAGIC OF COLOR Listings are free, but 18 19 20 Don’t miss this rare opportunity to view the famous French-Russian artist, Marc Chagall’s art work. inclusion is not guaranteed 21 22 23 24 due to limited space. Time: 10:30 am to 5:30 pm remote Balgo hills region in Western Nepal’s 1st International Salsa Festival ART Venue: Park Gallery, Pulchowk Australia, being showcased at the Siddhartha Art Gallery. Opening Date: 19 November (Friday), Closing Date: 21 November (Sunday), The Magic of Color 4419353, [email protected] Venue: Sanepa International Club (Workshops), 4420564, [email protected] Opening Date: 13 November Soft charcoal sketches on handmade Photos of Risk (Saturday) Deadline for Entries: 24 November The most awaited dance event of the year is finally here! If you are a dance paper and textiles. These wonderful Closing Date: 21 November (Wednesday) aficionado it couldn’t get better than this. The International Salsa Festival, the first in creations of Annika Heed, an artist (Sunday) Nepal, organized by the Salsa Dance Academy is sure to make waves. from Stockholm, Sweden, are sure Time: 10 am to 6 pm This is a call for all photographers, to leave you mesmerized. professional or non-professional, who The festival is set to start on 19 November, and end on 21 November. Beginner or advanced, Venue: Yala Maya Kendra, are really, and truly passionate about old or young – anyone has the liberty to join this festival. All you have to have is the PatanDhoka, 5553767 Mantra on the Wind what they do. Photo.circle is managing a passion to learn how to dance and enjoy it. Learn Latin dances, hip-hopping, from top-notch Opening Date: 16 November If you’re passionate about art, then photo contest for Nepal Risk Reduction instructors from around the globe, in the whole day workshops.
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