theatre
REFLECTIONS / Utpal Dutt and the new dawn
The audience for the jatra was all any Marxist theatre director in Kolkata could have wished for.
LITERARY CURTAINS / ‘Begum’s Blunder’ shines in Wilde splendour
Begum’s Blunder is a clever adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s Lady Windermere’s Fan. The play transports the Victorian setting to the imaginary Behrampur, the heyday of the Nawabs in India. With Naila Azad Nupur’s direction, and Sadaf Saaz working her behind-the-scenes magic as the producer, the production by Kaleidoscope projects lights on the prism of Wilde’s 1892 play to find their contemporary refractions and reflections in colonial India.
Bonna Mirza revives on stage
While Bonna Mirza is widely recognised for her roles in cinema and television, her roots in theatre remain a defining aspect of her career. Despite being a prominent figure in the film and TV industry, Bonna frequently graces the stage, captivating audiences with her acting prowess.
Theatre to thrive in 2024?
Prominent theatre troupes Prachyanat, Nagorik Natya Sampradaya, Aranyak Natyadal, Swapnadal, Meghdoot, Theatre, Batighar and others have planned to bring a new and intriguing set of theatrics to the stage as well for the year 2024 as well.
A theatrical triumph in East London: 'Prithok Palonko' mesmerises a packed house
The Brady Arts Centre in East London witnessed a cultural extravaganza as the curtains rose for "Prithok Palonko" (A Palanquin of One's Own), a production by Bishwo Shahitto Kendro, UK, staged on November 25, Saturday. This theatrical gem, written by Bulbul Hasan and directed by Syeda Saima Ahmed, is part of the much-anticipated 'A Season of Bangla Drama', an annual festival organised by the Tower Hamlets Council. The play wove a tapestry of love, poetry, and timeless connections, leaving the audience in awe.
Anuswar theatre troupe's 'Harmachis Cleopatra' underway
Dhaka's theater enthusiasts are in for a treat as the theater troupe Anuswar takes center stage with their latest production, "'Harmachis Cleopatra".
‘Tirthojatri’ stages successful run in Dhaka after New York
“Tirthojatri”, directed by Tauquir Ahmed, took the stage at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy in Dhaka recently. This production marks the 16th instalment from his theatre troupe Natyakendra. Prior to this, Tauquir presented the play to the expatriate audience at the Queens Theater in New York on March 18.
‘I don’t want anything more from life'
Today marks the 80th birthday of the renowned actor, Ferdousi Majumdar.
#Arts / Our theatre scene and its present challenges
Theatre has a rich history in Bangladesh. Like many other art forms, it combines social commentary and dialogue with skilful acting and narratives to reach audiences. With the advent of various entertainment platforms and given Bangladesh's limited approach to performative arts, theatre has progressed, but still has a long way to go to overcome multiple obstacles standing in its way.
'Jibon O Rajnaitik Bastobota' in review
After the success of his last theatrical production, Rizwan, legendary theatre director Syed Jamil Ahmed's latest production, Jibon O
'Lal Jomin' on a countrywide tour
Shunyan Repertory Theatre's applauded monologue Lal Jomin is based on the struggle of a woman during the liberation war in 1971 and it's aftermath.
Shakespeare
Theatre and Performance Studies Department of Dhaka University in association with British Council, staged theatrical production “Shakespeare Shoptok” at British Council on April 23 and 24 evening.
Padatik to stage 'Kaal Ratri' tomorrow
Theatre troupe Padatik Natya Sangsad will stage their new production “Kaal Ratri” at the National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on January 8.
A buzzing year in theatre
The cultural scenario in Bangladesh, particularly theatre was vibrant in the year. With an overwhelming number of plays and festivals, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) was abuzz throughout 2015.
Curtain rises on 10th Annual Theatre Fest at DU
The 10th edition of Dhaka University Central Annual Theatre Festivalbegan at the Teacher-Student Centre (TSC) of the university...
I prepare Sabbir's favourite dishes on the weekend: Chumki
Theatre was popular actress Farzana Chumki's stepping stone to the small screen.
India-Bangladesh alliance theatre festival at RU
War criminals of the country -- who carried out atrocities during the Liberation War, should never be forgiven. If we show any sign of sympathy to them, ultimately we will show disregard to our liberation heroes, said Minister for Cultural Affairs Asaduzzaman Noor at Rajshahi University on Wednesday.
Aranyak stages “Raarang” at Shilpakala (video)
Theatre troupe Aranyak Natyadal stages their much-acclaimed production “Raarang” at the Experimental Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
Nagarik Natyangan's theatre fest opens today
In celebration of its 20 years of journey in the country's theatre arena, Nagarik Natyangan is hosting an eight-day theatre festival at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA).