Certificate giving ceremony of Prachyanat School
"Muntasir" staged
Cultural Correspondent
Students of the 12th batch of Prachyanat School of Acting and Design staged noted playwright Selim Al Deen's comedy Muntasir on the occasion of their certificate giving ceremony at the Mahila Samity Stage on July 9. Earlier, the play was staged on two occasions by Dhaka Theatre: In early 1980s when the military rule was imposed and in 2001. Like the Dhaka Theatre production of Al Deen's comedy, which is basically a political satire, young theatre director Heera Chowdhury has presented the play in the form of a musical. Mimetic gestures appear as the key means of the presentation in Heera's production. Music used in the production is a fusion of rock and classical. Young artistes of the school have performed aptly when it comes to rock music. However, they could not maintain the standard while performing classical-based music, specifically when dealing with taal. The actors need to practise more to hone their skills. Prior to the performance, a discussion was held. Azad Abul Kalam, chief secretary of theatre troupe Prachyanat (mother organisation of the school), presided over the discussion. Playwright Selim Al Deen and noted actor-director Dr. Enamul Huq were present as special guests. Shahidul Mamun, director (academics) of Prachyanat School of Acting and Design, delivered the welcome speech. Discussants pointed out the limitations of running a school that provides theatre education in an era of globalisation and media aggression. They commended the school for its endeavour to continue the six-month certificate course on theatre for 12 consecutive batches, overcoming limitations. The newly enrolled students of the 13th batch were also welcomed at the programmed.
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(From left) Azad Abul Kalam, Selim Al Deen, Dr. Enamul Huq and Shahidul Mamun at the programme. PHOTO: STAR |