Theatre & Arts
Abdul Gaffar Chowdhury, a legacy beyond words
Chowdhury’s contributions go beyond this iconic song and journalism. He was a distinguished storyteller with notable works, including the acclaimed short story collection “Samrat-er Chhobi” (The Emperor’s Picture). He also authored significant novels and plays, consistently emerging as an active progressive writer and political commentator through the twists and turns of history. He was not just an observer of history but an active participant.
Purnima Ghosh inaugurates workshop on Rabindranritya with 60 dancers
India's renowned Manipuri dancer, Purnima Ghosh, has arrived in Dhaka. Yesterday, she inaugurated a dance workshop on Rabindranritya at Banani's Jatra Biroti.
Dhaka American Women’s Club brings together women artistes for noble cause
This event showcased the talents of 28 emerging and established Bangladeshi women artistes, including notable names such as Kanak Chanpa Chakma, Rokeya Sultana, Maksuda Iqbal Nipa, Kuhu Plamondon, Monica Jahan Bose, Gulshan Hossain, and Vinita Karim.
Swagata to make dramatic debut on theatre stage
The play "Boner Meye Pakhhi" will premiere at TSC on May 21, followed by another staging at Bangladesh Mohila Samity on June 3.
King Charles III's first official portrait sparks mixed reactions
Adorned with a vivid red backdrop, the portrait portrays King Charles donning the uniform of the Welsh Guards, a poignant nod to his esteemed role as Regimental Colonel since 1975.
Syed Badruddin Hossain theatre festival to honour Abul Hayat and late Mannan Hira this year
To mark the 101st birth anniversary of the late Syed Badruddin Hossain, an eminent educationist, a language movement veteran, and lifetime chairman of Padatik Nattya Sangsad (TSC), a four-day long theatre festival titled "Syed Badruddin Hossain Smrity Natyautsab o Smarak Sammanona 2024" is set to take place at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) on May 16. This theatre festival has been orchestrated annually since 2010.
Dance exponent Dulal Talukdar passes away
The 74-year-old, a distinguished teacher at Bulbul Lalitakala Academy and Harvard School of Dance, succumbed to a cardiac arrest at his residence in the Medford city outskirts on Saturday, May 11.
Arnob unplugged: Candid insights into his artistic journey
The musician is renowned for his exceptional lyricism and musical arrangements and has been a stalwart in the Bengali music scene for decades. Amidst his bustling studio life, he finds solace in the tranquillity of Shantiniketan, where his musical journey began as a disciple.
‘The School for Wives’ returns to Shilpakala Academy
The play proceeds to what happens after that, and if Arnolphe succeeds in his motif.
I went to my mother’s grave and cried: Shibli Mohammad on Ekushey Padak honour
A trendsetter by his own merit and steadfast promoter of the inclusion of male classical dancers in Bangladesh, Shibli Mohammad is trained by one of the biggest names of classical dancing in South Asia, late Pandit Birju Maharaj, the father of Kathak dance.
Onika's solo art exhibition explores the essence of home
The intimate solo art exhibition "Home" by the promising artist Nasrin Jahan Onika has recently unfolded at La Galerie, Alliance Française de Dhaka in Dhanmondi. The inauguration, graced by internationally acclaimed artist Monirul Islam, distinguished art critic Moinuddin Khaled, and art connoisseur and Shasha Denims Limited Director Zareen Mahmud Hosein as special guests, took place on March 1 with great fervour.
Stage plays are now available on OTT
Audiences will now have the opportunity to enjoy renowned stage plays such as Prachyanat's “Circus Circus”, Aranyak's “Mayur Singhasan”, “Kohe Facebook”, “Jibon Songketer Jyoti Songhita”, and Ethika's “Neta Je Rate Nihoto Holen” on the platform. A new stage play will premiere every week.
Reliving the uprising of Bangladesh
While most cultural programmes I seem to attend in the months of February and March seem to revolve around the themes of the 71’ Liberation War, Joltogongo’s musical programme yesterday was much like the others, however, it had much more to offer.
Mamun’s ‘Ecstasy and Melancholy’ at Galleri Kaya
Talented artist Shahanoor Mamun’s solo art exhibition titled “Ecstasy and Melancholy” is currently underway at Galleri Kaya in Uttara, Dhaka. Eminent artist Professor Hamiduzzaman Khan inaugurated the exhibition on March 1 while renowned actor Jaya Ahsan graced the inaugural ceremony as a special guest. Renowned artist and Gallery Director Goutam Chakraborty moderated the event. The exhibition showcases a selection of 79 works done in watercolor, charcoal, pen and ink, mixed media, acrylic on canvas, and paper.
‘Krishnakumari’ staged at Tejgaon College
Tejgaon College's Theater and Media Studies Department has already gained popularity with this play, as its second production. The directors have said that the next showing of this play will take place on the stage of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy very soon.
Bhumi embarks on its journey with 'Artifying the Soul’
A new art gallery, Bhumi, commenced its journey on Tuesday (March 5) with a group art exhibition titled “Artifying the Soul” in Lalmatia, Dhaka. Renowned artists from around the country have showcased their reflections, memories, and everyday experiences through a diverse range of artworks featured in the exhibition, for its inauguration.
3rd iteration of Nazrul Utsav kicks off
Commemorating the legacy of the National poet, the two-day-long festival kicked off today on the occasion of International Women’s Day.
Innovative theatre 'Juddho Puran' captivates audiences with unique expression
The intersection of human creativity and diverse perspectives finds its spotlight in the theatrical masterpiece "Juddho Puran". This innovative theatre production, directed by Kazi Anisul Haque Borun, intricately weaves together elements of human emotions and intriguing narratives, creating a mesmerising experience for its spectators.
