Theatre & Arts
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.
Hamidur Rahman Cultural Center to host Calligraphy Workshop
Hamidur Rahman Cultural Center is all set to host a Calligraphy Workshop in collaboration with the Embassy of Japan in Bangladesh. They made the announcement dedicated to art enthusiasts and cultural connoisseurs alike.
‘Women in Art’ auction to kick off tomorrow
The event scheduled to take place on Friday (May 10) will be held at the Crystal Palace Hall in Gulshan Club.
‘Primer to Press’: A history of Bengali culture, language, and books
Artist and researcher Sabyasachi Hazra, who graduated from the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Dhaka, has become popular amongst the young and up-and-coming artists of this country primarily due to his unique strokes and style.
Theatre troupe Swapnadal to honour Hridi Huq
In continuation of their tradition of honouring esteemed female theatre personalities every International Women’s Day, the Swapnadal theatre troupe arranges this award ceremony on March 8 every year.
‘Art of Bangladesh’: Dina Zaman curates spectacular showcase of Bangladeshi Talent in Ohio
Earlier on February 2, the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC) in Ohio, USA, unveiled a captivating exhibition titled "Art of Bangladesh". Curated by Dina Zaman, a graduate of the Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Dhaka, this exhibition promises to be a celebration of Bangladeshi art and culture, captivating audiences for three months with a diverse collection of creativity.
Eight female theatre personalities to be felicitated
The theatre festival and award ceremony will be held on the eve of International Women’s Day at the Mahila Samity’s Nilima Ibrahim Milanayatan, said Sayem Samad, lead artiste of Kanchkhela Repertory Theatre.
‘Inward Gaze’: Traversing new path in art
The exhibition is a pleasant treat for art lovers. Traversing a new path in art, the artist blossoms in the bliss of cosmic beauty in her search for inner peace, tranquillity and a divine connection with her works depicted in geometric forms and shapes, impressionable brush strokes and lurid colours. Her canvases are bountiful in realistic, semi-abstract, and abstract images. Thick and shimmering colours create volume and perspective in a poetic way.
‘Metropolitan Melodies’ presents emotive hues of blues and greys
The inauguration of “Metropolitan Melodies”, the second solo art exhibition by artist Biplab Biprodas took place in the gallery of Art Bangla Foundation on March 1. The ceremony was graced by the presence of renowned artist Prof Rashid Amin, chairperson of the Department of Printmaking at Jagannath University as the main guest.
Chanchal Chowdhury presents a self-drawn portrait to Mamunur Rashid as ‘Guru Dakshina’
On eminent theatre and cultural personality Mamunur Rashid's 75th birthday, one of his most celebrated disciples, Chanchal Chowdhury, presented him with a self-drawn portrait of his. In a way, the “Hawa” actor hence commemorated the long-withstanding ancient tradition “Guru Dakshina”.
Celebrating our heritage: Visit Shilpakala to experience 100 stalls
A 14-day-long travelling fair, Shilpa Bazar (Art Market), has been the centre of attraction for the crafters and art enthusiasts in the capital, with regional, traditional products, ranging from Jamdani Sharee, sculptures to Bioscope in 100 stalls, featuring artists from the distinct places of the country.
I feel like I’m 19: Mamunur Rashid on his leap-year birthday
Eminent cultural personality and Ekushey Padak winner Mamunur Rashid is a stalwart of the Bangladeshi media, simultaneously contributing as a playwright, director, and actor, and improving the cultural sector in the country. He is also the founder of Aranyak Natyadal.
Art exhibition ‘Inward Gaze’ dips into magical dreamscapes
The inauguration of “Inward Gaze”, the first solo art exhibition of Syeda Asma Akber took place at the capital’s Gallery Chitrak, Dhanmondi yesterday (February 24). The event was graced by the presence of cartoonist Professor Rafiqun Nabi as the chairperson, famous artist Monirul Islam and Professor Nisar Hossain, Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Dhaka as special guests.
Photography exhibition ‘Contemplation’ to open today
A group photo exhibition titled “Contemplation” is scheduled to commence today at 6pm at La Galerie Alliance Française de Dhaka in the capital’s Dhanmondi area.
