BotTola stages Khona
Theatre troupe BotTola staged the play ‘Khona’ at the Experimental Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on June 26.
‘Dear Liar’ staged at BSA
Theatre troupe Natyam Repertory staged the Bangla adaption of Jerome Kilty’s Dear Liar, at the Studio Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) recently.
In memory of Subir Nandi
BSA organised the event to pay tribute to the musical icon, in the presence of many singers, artistes, lyricists and Subir Nandi’s fans. Musician Syed Abdul Hadi also spoke fondly about Subir Nandi at the event.
“I want to be truthful to what I do” Subrina Irine
Subrina Irine, director at Runout Films LTD, a media production company, stepped into the world of media when she was just a high school student.
Shakeeb Fahad talks about Laughing Elephant
The media production company, Laughing Elephant, is making waves in the market for their innovative content.
Erin Holland’s first time in Bangladesh
I knew that cricket had a massive fanbase here. I did not realise what a huge football loving nation Bangladesh is. I saw it after coming here. Bangamata U-19 Women’s International Gold Cup
‘Draupadi Parampara’ staged at BSA
Theatre, a popular theatre troupe, staged their play, Drapaudi Parampara, recently at the National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. The play presented the world of Mahabharta, intertwined with modern times.
Behind the scenes of bfilms
Bangamata U–19 Women’s International Gold Cup, a tribute to Sheikh Fazilatun-nesa Mujib,is set to commence from April 22, 2019.
March 21, 2019
'NOHI DEBI NOHI SHAMANNYA NARI' celebrates the spirit of Chitrangada
A one-hour dance drama, 'Nohi debi nohi shamannya nari', that potrays the multiple personas of the mythological princess warrior, Chitrangada, was recently staged at Chhayanaut Cultural Centre.
March 13, 2019
Celebrating the life of Sayeeda Khanam
Sayeeda Khanam, the first woman photographer of Bangladesh, is an inspiration to many, for her courageous endeavours. Famous
March 10, 2019
Restoration of cultural heritage with art
Tasmina Khan Majles, a visual artist based in Melbourne, recently showcased her work in a solo exhibition titled Remnants of the Past.
March 7, 2019
Naeem Mohaiemen talks history, visual art and film at Chobi Mela X
Academic and artist Naeem Mohaiemen, who was nominated last year for the UK's prestigious Turner Prize (the Prize eventually went to Scotland's Charlotte Prodger), is one of the most informed people of our time.
March 6, 2019
'Her Take: Rethinking Masculinity' at Chobi Mela X
In this project, each photographer narrates their take on masculinity through visual representation. By exploring masculinity historically and culturally, they try to reframe and challenge the concept of it.
March 5, 2019
MY WORK FOCUSES ON PEOPLE
During a discussion at Goethe-Institut Bangladesh on the fourth day of Chobi Mela X, singer and songwriter Moushumi Bhowmik showed how sounds and videos found their way into photography exhibitions, referring to her archives of songs and sounds.
March 1, 2019
Discussion on 'Freedom of Thought and Expression' at Chobimela X
On the first day of Chobimela X, a discussion session on 'Freedom of Thought and Expression', a topic that is quite relevant in today's context, was held at the Drik-Pathshala under-construction building.
February 28, 2019
An offering of songs of language and love in spring
The premise of The Daily Star-Bengal Arts Precinct came alive yesterday, amidst the gloomy weather, with songs of language and love.
February 26, 2019
'Bhashajoyita: The Language Fighter' screened at Goethe Institut Bangladesh
Many brave souls, both men and women, fought for our mother language Bangla during the 1952 Language Movement. However, the names of women language fighters hardly appear in written history.
February 26, 2019
Portrait of a Cover Artist - Sarah Toufika
The Ekushey Grantha Mela plays an essential role in the life of cover artist and illustrator, Sarah Toufika. She believes that the books published in the fair every year, bring immense joy in readers' lives.
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