Kylie Minogue has made a surprise visit to a Sri Lankan theatre troupe. Minogue is patron and sponsor to the group, Children Of The Sea, formed in the aftermath of 2004's devastating tsunami, but until now has been unable to attend any of their performances due to her recent struggle with breast cancer. The singer was en route from Australia back to Paris when she arrived unannounced for a performance by the company, and joined four members of the troupe atop an elephant featuring in the show.
Children Of The Sea, the brainchild of British Director Toby Gough, is comprised of 27 Sri Lankans, mostly children orphaned as a result of the tsunami and civil war. Kylie, who has been exchanging letters with the children involved, said: "I was so happy to finally meet the children and see the results of Toby's energy and vision; their triumph through adversity is inspiring. My visit was all too short. Everyone has been so welcoming; I do hope to return one day soon."