Theatre & Arts

Theatre & Arts

Drop by ‘Phultokka’, a chill, open-for-all exhibition

Raka, along with her team, took this initiative to inspire young talents, and as a growing organisation, they have also received warm reception from celebrities as well. Artistes like, FS Nayeem, Sunerah Binte Kamal, Aisha Khan and Russell Rahman also posted videos on the event, and invited people to come and experience the event.

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“Peace Film Festival 2023” to begin on October 28

“Peace Film Festival 2023” has been organised to encourage an integrated and peaceful Bangladesh with the participation of creative young filmmakers. This two-day-long festival will be held on October 28 and 29 at the Bangladesh Film Archive in the Agargaon area.

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12th Annual Ganga Jamuna Cultural Fest concludes on a grand note

In an interview with the Daily Star, eminent cultural icon and convener of the Festival Committee, Ghulam Kuddus, mentioned, "Despite severe weather conditions, traffic congestion, and other issues, we received a positive response from the audience. Although our audience numbers were lower this year, those who attended thoroughly enjoyed the performances."

1w ago

Afsana Mimi to return to theatre stage

Afsana Mimi started her acting career with the theatre troupe Nagorik Natya Sampradaya. Now, after a long break, the 90s famous actress is returning to the theatre stage once more.

1w ago

Bangladeshi photographer honoured with Leica Oskar Barnack Award

Leica Oskar Barnack Awards have been celebrated since the 1980s. The festive event features photographs from around the globe which also get exhibited on the first day exhibition of the programme.

1w ago

Vibrant Bangladeshi art takes center-stage at Aloki

The inaugural event of Platforms, a programme dedicated to celebrating and promoting the vibrant art scene of Bangladesh, was held on October 13, at Aloki. Platforms is essentially an online art gallery, that launched its official website on September 25.

1w ago

Artist Mahbubur Rahman’s exhibition ‘Quarantine’ begins today

The opening ceremony of the exhibition comprising multi-dimensional artworks of artist Mahbubur Rahman will be held today at 5 pm. The exhibit titled, “Quarantine”, has been organised at the Kamrul Hasan Exhibition (level 1) of Bengal Shilpalay in Dhanmondi.

1w ago

Inside Shayema Rahim’s canvas: Discussing abstract art, legendary lineage

Novera Ahmed is known to me as ‘Rani khala’, and I hold her in tremendous respect as my aunt. She was a trailblazer, unafraid to pursue her dreams regardless of societal expectations. As an artist, I do feel the weight of comparison, but she exists on a different plane.

1w ago

Ganga Jamuna theatre festival going strong

Ganga Jamuna Cultural and Theatre Festival tantalises the audience with a plethora of performances, dance recitals, and art. A massive crowd has greeted the festival every day up till now, and The twelve-day-long festival will still continue for six more days.

2w ago

The journey of street art in Bangladesh

Street art's journey is a global phenomenon that has transformed from its roots as an act of vandalism into a respected and influential art movement. In Bangladesh, this evolution has taken various forms, reflecting the changing socio-political landscape and the artistic expressions of its people.

2w ago

BSA organises 2-day tribute on SM Sultan's death anniversary

A total of forty paintings by world-renowned artists are being displayed at the National Art Gallery. Additionally, paintings by various artists from the country have also been included in the exhibition. The exhibition will run from October 9 to 17.

2w ago

Ganga Jamuna cultural festival kicks off with splendour and zeal

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.

2w ago

Poet Asad Chowdhury no more

Noted poet Asad Chowdhury died today in Toronto, Canada. He was 80 years old.

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Country’s largest theatre festival to kick off on October 6

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.

3w ago

Ramendu Majumdar condemns assault on poet Radhapada Roy and calls for swift justice

Peot Radhapada Roy, hailing from Kurigram, was attacked by two villagers last Saturday. Expressing his grief and thoughts on this case, renowned cultural persona Ramendu Majumdar shared a few words with The Daily Star

3w ago

Morshed Mishu becomes environmental saviour with 'Khale Hobe' 

Cartoonist Morshed Mishu initiated awareness by organising a two-day cleaning event called “Khale Hobe” for the canal of Mohamadia Housing Limited, Mohammadpur (Road 1- 4).

3w ago

Ganga Jamuna cultural festival to kick off on Friday

The Ganga-Jamuna Theatre and Cultural Festival, one of the major theatre festivals of the country, will commence at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) on Friday (October 6). 

3w ago

DU’s Central Annual Drama Festival to kick off with 15 riveting plays

This year's drama festival promises an exhilarating roster of 15 plays authored by luminaries in Bengali literature, including works by Rabindranath Tagore, Bankim Chattopadhyay, Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay, Ahmod Sofa, Selim Al Deen, Munier Choudhury, and Syed Shamsul Haque.

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