The central theme of this year’s biennale is 'Foreigners Everywhere', providing a platform for global dialogue and artistic exploration.
In a bid to revive that nostalgia, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) arranged a variety of programmes, including discussions and puppetry shows marking World Puppetry Day on March 21.
20 cultural icons and organisations are set to receive the Shilpakala Padak in recognition of their significant contributions to the cultural arena. The Bangladesh Shikpakala Academy (BSA) has been bestowing the prestigious accolade annually since 2013. For the fiscal years 2021 and 2022, a total of 20 individuals and organisations have been selected to be honoured.
Under BSA’s nationwide film screening initiative, “Ganajagorone Chalachitra Utsab”, the film is one of the 17 films which will be screened across the country from December 29, 2023, to January 5, 2024. “Satao” will be screened at 4 pm today.
In a tapestry woven with intrigue and human complexity, the play "Aagunjatra" by Indian playwright Mahesh Dattani, adapted and directed by Azad Abul Kalam, is set to command the spotlight at the Examination Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) on November 10. Representing the 41st presentation by Prachyanat, this theatrical endeavour delves into the intricate lives of hijras, offering a poignant exploration led by the character Uma.
One of the country's largest cultural initiatives, the Ganga-Jamuna Theatre and Cultural Festival, commenced with grandeur at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) on Friday.
Organised by Ganga Jamuna Shangskritik Porshod, the event will take place at the National Theatre Hall, Experimental Theatre Hall and Studio Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), and Dr Nilima Ibrahim Auditorium of Mohila Samity.
Thus, to engage and inspire people from all walks of lives in Bangladesh, BSA took this initiative in 120 locations across the country through the presentations of 30 puppetry troupes nationwide. The festival will run until October 10.
Ashish Khondker has taken on the task of translating this classic French play into Bengali. His adaptation promises to retain the essence and humour of the original while making it accessible to a broader audience.
Theatre troupe Spardha, in association with Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy and the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, is staging the play titled
Sommilito Sangskritik Jot and Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) held a discussion recently, on the significance of March 11, 1948
The history and usage of masks -- for both ceremonial and practical purposes -- dates back to several millennia. The flamboyant presence of masks in many traditional festivals and rituals has a prehistoric origin. Mask making continues to be popular in our country, as it hangs on walls in homes to augment their artistic splendour.
Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) conferred the Shilpakala Padak 2017 to seven cultural luminaries in recognition of their
Theatre troupe Aranyak Natyadal stages their much-acclaimed production “Raarang” at the Experimental Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
Marking 116th birth anniversary of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) arranged a two-day celebration programme.
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).
Noted singers, lyricists and musicians inaugurated Gaan Mela at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) premises on April 9. Music Industries Owners Association of Bangladesh (MIB) has organised the 10-day music fair.
Padatik Natya Sangsad Bangladesh staged their popular production “Shey” on March 29 evening at the Experimental Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
Children, taking varied coloured and shaped puppets in their hands, joined in a procession to mark World Puppet Theatre Day at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) on March 21.