Theatre & Arts
‘Nostalgia Dhanmondi’ journeys through Dhanmondi’s timeless alleys
Dhanmondi has always had a cultural identity of its own – be it the grand two-storeyed family bungalows, the sounds of rehearsals at Chhayanaut, the majestic Eidgah Masjid, or the playfields that kids flocked to. Even with the sprawling high-rise buildings, Dhanmondi, its lake, and its street stalls still maintain its rustic charm.
A fight for survival: Jatra artistes in dire financial crisis due to elections
The artistes have told The Daily Star that they wait for winter season for contracts, but this year, the scenario is totally different due to impact of general election and its ongoing movements. Now, people have been engaged in election campaign, bypassing cultural activities.
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.
Birthday special / Sayeeda Khanam: Reminiscing a rebel
Eighty-six years after Sayeeda's birth, these facts still resound, underscoring the pivotal role of parenting and support systems in shaping someone's journey, regardless of the societal norms they were born into. However, winning the birth lottery didn’t mean it was easy for Sayeeda; what she accomplished with a camera, paving the way for future generations of female photographers, was nothing short of conquering the Himalayas.
Mamunur Rashid’s ‘Rarang’ starring Chanchal Chowdhury makes waves in Kolkata
Since December 22, Aranyak has been staging the play continuously for six days at various theatre halls across Kolkata, including Kalyani Mancha in the city, as well as in Madhyamgram and Belgharia in West Bengal, India.
Platforms and DU Fine Arts form alliance to elevate Bangladesh's art scene
In a significant collaboration, Platforms, an esteemed global stage for both emerging and established artists, and the Faculty of Fine Art at Dhaka University have formalised an interim Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday, December 21, 2023. This crucial agreement lays the foundation for a significant partnership poised to transform the realm of art in Bangladesh.
Turongomi to celebrate anniversary by teaching underprivileged kids to dance
Turongomi Repertory Dance Theatre is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary with a variety of programs, including arranging a three-month-long dance training initiative for underprivileged street children of Dhaka city.
Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra artistes felicitated
To pay respect to the cultural activists, Bangladesh National Museum felicitated 86 artistes and technicians on Sunday who risked their lives to inform and uplift the freedom fighters and people during the War.
Prachyanat to conclude triumphant year with ‘Koinna’
The popular theatre troupe is going to conclude a glorious year with one of its initial plays, eminent thespian Azad Abul Kalam directorial “Koinna”, being staged at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on Wednesday (December 13) at 7 PM .
Child artists return to paint Dhaka walls with Liberation War-themed graffiti
The innovative activity, fostered and curated by former Cultural Affairs Minister and eminent cultural personality, Asaduzzaman Noor has commenced recently with hundreds of child artists painting the roadside walls of Dhaka city.
‘The Rime of the Ancient Mariner’ takes stage at JU as ‘Kaptan Puran’
Jahangirnagar University (JU) buzzed with the excitement of theatre enthusiasts on Saturday as "Kaptan Puran", an adaptation play based on Samuel Taylor Coleridge's renowned poem "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner", was showcased.
‘Breath’: A simplistic approach to art
The group art exhibition, titled “Breath”, has recently featured 17 core artists and four guest artists from across the country. As part of the collective journey, the Art Bangla Foundation gallery has been adorned with colourful paintings by the talented artists, most of which are smaller in size and painted with acrylic colours.
Dhaka Theatre set to stage ‘Medea’ again tomorrow
The Greek classical play "Medea" was staged yesterday evening by Dhaka Theatre at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy's Studio Theatre Auditorium in the capital’s Segun Bagicha Road. Directed by Humayun Kabir Himu, this production marks the 51st theatrical endeavour by Dhaka Theatre – a prominent theatrical organisation in Bangladesh. Professor Abdus Selim provided the Bengali translation for it, adapting from George Theodoridis' English translation of the play.
BCDF honours Ahsanullah Moni, Lucky Enam, and Ferdous Ara
Apart from these artistes, several other cultural personalities of the film, television and music industry have received “BCDF Bijoy Somman 2023”.
Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation celebrates 43rd anniversary
The three-phase celebration programme began with a convention bringing together over 500 thespians, and theater activists at 4:00 pm at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
Brushstrokes of solidarity: Fundraiser exhibition sheds light on war-torn Palestine
To a practised eye, the images, paintings, satirical cartoons and visuals of Palestine, a country with a very rich heritage, art and cultural background and which has been diminished to the verge of destruction, where humanity is barely surviving, did not seem any less or more than what it is: A targeted cultural persecution.
BGTF to honour Mancha Sarathi Ataur Rahman
The three-phase programme will begin with a convention bringing together over 500 thespians, and theatre activists at 4:00 pm, today. Awards and over 50 new play scripts will be delivered after the inauguration of the ceremony.
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.
