July 28 marked the 11th death anniversary of Ahmed Sofa. On the occasion, writers, social and cultural activists placed wreaths at his grave at the Martyred Intellectuals’ Graveyard in Mirpur, Dhaka. A number of institutes and writers associations also organised discussions on his life and immense contribution to Bangla literature. Ahmed Sofa was one
Art & Culture
Let there be a museum at Nuhash Polli
Abdul Matin Litterateur Humayun Ahmed was laid to eternal rest on Tuesday at his favourite retreat at Nuhash Polli in Gazipur even though most of his family members desired to bury him at Mirpur Intellectuals’ Graveyard. The family’s decision must have been taken in view the last wishes of Humayun Ahmed as expressed by his ... Read more
Safiuddin Ahmed retrospective at Bengal Gallery
Bengal Gallery of Fine Arts in Dhanmondi has organised a special solo art exhibition titled “Tribute to Great Master Safiuddin Ahmed”, featuring works of the recently deceased artist Safiuddin Ahmed. Begum Jahanara Abedin (widow of Zainul Abedin) inaugurated the exhibition on June 5 as chief guest. Painter Qayyum Chowdhury; educationist Borhanuddin Khan Jahangir; writer
Plays highlight liberal values
Theatre in Asia Plays highlight liberal values The organisers chose four plays for the holiday audience on Friday (June 1). Nevertheless the absence of any popular or overseas plays was a major lacuna. An international seminar on the diverse theatre practices in Asia throughout the day along with staging of four plays at three different ... Read more
Watercolours and Sculptures
Hamiduzzaman Khan’s Solo Exhibition Watercolours and Sculptures Hamiduzzaman Khan is a well-known sculptor. He is recognised for his metal-based works, where he mainly focused on forms and geometrical shapes. He is also adept in watercolour and painting. His latest solo exhibition, titled “Watercolours and Sculptures”, is now on at Galleri Kaya in Uttara. Khan is ... Read more
Group exhibition features women artists
Women artists of the country have exhibited their spirit of womanhood, enlightenment, enthusiasm and creativity through an ongoing group exhibition at Bay’s Galleria, Radius Centre in Gulshan. Thirteen celebrated artists like Farida Zaman, Naima Haque, Kanak Chanpa Chakma, Nasreen Begum, Bipasha Hayat and are displaying 23 artworks at the exhibition titled ‘Illuminating
Timeless Nazrul songs presented
Prominent and promising Nazrul singers presented timeless Nazrul songs on Tuesday at the Central Public Library auditorium at the programme organised by Bangladesh Nazrul Sangeet Sangstha marking 113th birth anniversary of national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam. The programme began with a chorus presentation of Nazrul song Jhar jhanjay ore nishan performed
Chinese troupe stages The Mouse Daughter’s Marriage
ITI THEATRE FESTIVAL AT SHILPAKALA ACADEMY Chinese troupe stages The Mouse Daughter’s Marriage In the era of ‘opening up’ and ‘economic reformation’ to meet global challenges, when the Chinese authority is adapting many policies, traditional Chinese culture cannot be left behind! While the western animated movies are gaining popularity amongst Chinese children these days, Chinese ... Read more
Aikik Theatre, Aranyak perform
On the third day of the eight-day ITI theatre festival, Aikik Theatre and Aranyak Natya Dal staged Har Tauranga and Kabar respectively at the Experimental Theatre Hall and Studio Theatre Hall on Tuesday. Har Tauranga features struggles of an ethnic minority group in an imaginary island to resist the oppressive people, who aim to plunder ... Read more
Bijan Choudhury’s rare paintings on display
Bengal Gallery of Fine Art has organised a solo painting exhibition of recently demised eminent artist Bijan Choudhury, which has become a treat for art connoisseurs who have adoration for the paintings of the Indian accomplished artist. The exhibition titled ‘A tribute to Bijan Choudhury’ showcases a total of 33 exquisite paintings by the artist ... Read more
Dance drama, pala staged
ITI Theatre Festival at Shilpakala Academy Dance drama, pala staged On the second day of eight-day ITI theatre festival titled ‘Theatre in Asia: Asia in Theatre’ three productions were staged at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on Monday. Shadhana staged dance drama Mayar Khela at the National Theatre Hall, Chittagong based troupe Ganayan staged Muktadhara at the ... Read more
Pioneer of modern art
36th death anniversary of Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin Marking the 36th death anniversary of Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin, the pioneer of modern art, a discussion was held at the premises of Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin Sangrahashala (art gallery) at Shaheeb Quarter Park area of the town this afternoon. Dr. K Zaman, journalist Ziauddin Ahmed, Professor Md. Safin Omar ... Read more
Muktadhara presented
Nobel laureate poet Rabindranath Tagore’s timeless play Muktadhara was staged by Chittagong based troupe Ganayan Natyasampraday at the Experimental Theatre hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on Monday. Set against the backdrop of an imaginary village full of natural resources named Shivatari, Tagore’s symbolic play features sufferings of the poor people of the village after installing
Feroza Begum honoured in Kolkata
Living legend of Nazrul Sangeet Feroza Begum was honoured by the Paschimbanga government, India with the Nazrul Sammanana Award-2012 on Friday on the 113th birth anniversary of the National Poet of Bangladesh Kazi Nazrul Islam. Chief minister of Paschimbanga Mamata Banerjee handed over a crest and token money to the veteran Bangladeshi singer at a cultural ... Read more
Nazrul’s creativity under spotlight
Chhayanaut’s celebration concludes on high note As part of the two daylong celebrations marking the birth anniversary of Kazi Nazrul Islam, artistes of Chhayanaut paid their homage to the National poet on the concluding day (May 26) of the programme at the main auditorium of Chhayanaut. Chhayanaut artistes welcomed the packed audience with the rendition ... Read more
Indo-Bangla Nazrul celebrations end
The two-day Nazrul celebration programme jointly organised by Bangladesh and India marking the 113th birth anniversary of the National Poet of Bangladesh Kazi Nazrul Islam, ended on Saturday at the National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. Leading artistes from India and Bangladesh performed at the programme that also marks the 90th
Young photographers demonstrate talent
Young photographers present country’s scenic pictures, impact of climatic change and cityscapes by in a group photography exhibition at the Drik Gallery, Dhaka. The exhibition titled ‘10:10 Photofest 2012’ exhibits photographs in three categories: Natural Wonders of Our Country, Climatic Disaster or Climate Refugee in Bangladesh and The Urban Jungle. The exhibition displaying 90 photographs also ... Read more
Leading artistes move audience at Shilpakala
Indo-Bangla Joint Nazrul Celebration Leading artistes move audience at Shilpakala A houseful audience at the National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy enjoyed the performances of leading Indian and local artistes, on Friday evening, organised as part of the two-day Indo-Bangla Nazrul celebration, marking the 113th birth anniversary of the National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam. The ... Read more
NSSP organises 2-day Nazrul anniv programme
Nazrul Sangeet Shilpee Parishad’s two-day Nazrul’s 113th birth anniversary celebration began on Saturday morning at the Central Public Library. This is for the fourth consecutive time that the organisation arranged programme to celebrate Nazrul anniversary. The event was inaugurated by seasoned ‘Nazrul Sangeet’ artist Sohrab Hossain. General secretary of
Chhayanaut celebrates Nazrul anniv
Chhayanaut’s two-day Nazrul celebration programme began on Friday at it auditorium through presentation of Nazrul songs and discussion. The inauguration programme began with welcome speech delivered by Chayanaut secretary general Khairul Anam Shakil marking the National Poet’s 113th birth anniversary. Subsequently Chhayanut