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This is the most looked forward to event this week. The Unity Of Light concert by A.R. Rahman at the CPT-India Pistons Stadium, Taramani on February 21 (7.00 p.m.) is the first time the maestro's performing live in Chennai. Part of his world tour in February, the concert is being held in aid of Live Beyond Cancer, a new initiative in cancer care and support, launched by the Mahesh Memorial Trust.
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PART of Alliance Francaise's golden jubilee celebrations, "Travelogue" is a monthly dialogue with celebrities on the journeys and situations that have led them to be what they are today. On February 21, meet S. Muthiah, journalist and historian who specialises in the architectural heritage of Chennai and South India, 6.30 p.m. at Alliance Francaise.
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AN evening of poetry and song for youngsters, the young at heart and those who won't grow old will take place at 5.30 p.m. at Goodbooks, 39, IVth Cross street, Abhiramapuram. on February 22. "Seeyoulateralligator", presented by the Culture Café Poetry Circle, invites you to sing along and keep up with deadly pace in the race for words. Contact 24986618 or 24996619 for more details
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PREVIEW the collection of leading designers. A wide range of bridal, Western and Indian ensembles, bags and accessories is on show at studio saks, Padmavathi Road, Gopalapuram till February 19.
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SHOWING a remarkable sense of balance and symmetry, each of his painting is a complete exploration of his experiment with the soul.
Inaugurated by S.H. Raza yesterday an exhibition of Akhilesh Verma's works will be on at the Apparao Galleries till March 1.
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THIS is one kiddie treat indeed. Dakshinachitra's Vasantha Vizha is an attempt to bring children in contact with South India's rich cultural heritage. There will be live demos of making palm leaf toys, pottery, handloom weaving, glass blowing ... the spring festival is on till March 3.
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Have you got a yen for the supernatural creepy-crawlies? Hold your breath till February 22. Chills down your spine will be supplied by a reading of Beyond the Natural 6, directed by Michael Muthu. At Amethyst Padmavathi Road, Gopalapuram at 8.15 p.m.
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WANT to find out what education in the United Kingdom has to offer? Visit the British Council's Education UK Exhibition.
Academics from 65 universities and colleges will participate along with the Association of British Scholars and the British Council who will be giving advice on scholarships, visas and other issues. At the Taj Coromandel on February 21 and 22. There will be a registration fee for entry.
R. KRITHIKA
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