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Publish: December 18, 2013

The exuberance of patriotism

Bands show their love for motherland

Fahmim Ferdous

On the glorious Victory Day of Bangladesh, Suhrawardy Udyan, fittingly, was the epicentre of celebrations on Monday. While people gathered in from the morning to enjoy the music and recitation, it was during the choral singing of the national anthem…

Students perform an instrumental orchestra. Photo Courtesy: Mahmuda Tuli

Of spirit, passion and colour

Three-day Victory Celebrations at BUET

Staff Correspondent

Marking 42nd Victory Day, students of Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) chalked out a three-day (December 14-16) elaborate programme to celebrate the indomitable spirit and varied colours of victory. The students’ passion for Red and Green along with…

Thomas Lehman spreading smiles along the miles on his motorcycle... Photo Courtesy: Thomas Lehman

A Santa Claus of arts

Thomas Lehman's heartwarming art project “A Piece for You”

Staff Correspondent

Many people say gift-giving is an art. Thomas Lehman — a German choreographer — has taken that concept a level higher; he gives people presents of performance. And that is not the most remarkable aspect of his little project; it…

Victory Day observances

Cultural events marking a historic day

Aminul Islam, Mymensingh

Artistes of Udichi Shilpi Ghosthi, Mymensingh district unit joined in a choral rendition of the National Anthem, marking Victory Day celebrations in front of Shaheed Firoz Jahangir Square in the town on Monday. The cultural group also organised similar programmes…

Bangla Academy recalls 1971 Victory

In the Victory Day Memorial Speech, Professor Muntasir Mamun delivered a keynote speech, titled “Muktijudhho, Manobata Birodhi Oporader Bichar O Itihaser Odhikar”. Professor Emeritus Anisuzzaman, chairman of the academy presided over the programme. Shamsuzzaman Khan, director general of the academy…

Tributes paid to Peter O’Toole

Tributes have been paid to actor Peter O’Toole, the star of the 1962 classic “Lawrence of Arabia”, who died on Saturday aged 81. He had been in hospital where he was being treated for a long illness. Sir Michael Gambon,…

On the occasion of the Martyred Intellectuals' Day, theatre troupe Somoy staged their acclaimed production “Bhager Manush” at the Experimental Theatre Hall of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. Based on Saadat Hasan Manto's short story “Toba Tek Singh”, the play has been adapted by Mannan Hira and directed by Aly Zaker. The play debuted in 1997 and has so far been staged 158 times. Set against the backdrop of the India-Pakistan partition, the play features Pavel Islam, Riaz Mahmud Jewel, Mansura Rashid Lovely and Fakhrul Islam Mithu, among others, in the cast. Photo: RIDWAN ADID RUPON

On the occasion of the Martyred Intellectual Day, Bangladesh National Museum organised a discussion at the Sufia Kamal Auditorium on December 14. Eminent educationist Professor Anisuzzaman was present as chief guest at the programme. Cultural Affairs Secretary, Dr. Ranjit Kumar Biswas was present as special guest. Martyred intellectual Dr. Alim Chowdhury's daughter Dr. Nuzhat Chowdhury was present as the main discussant. Prakash Chandra Das, director general of National Museum delivered the welcome speech. M Azizur Rahman, president of Bangladesh National Museum's Board of Trustees presided over the discussion.

Artistes of Shadhona showcased several dance pieces set on classical, Tagorean and patriotic numbers in their regular monthly programme “Nupur Bejey Jaye” at National Music and Dance Centre auditorium of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on December 9. Accomplished Bharatanatyam artiste Srimonti Pooja Sengupta performed three dance pieces while Abidur Rahaman Kochi, Sabbir Ahmed Khan and several other members of the troupe presented Kathak at the event. Shadhona dancers wrapped up the programme with a patriotic dance ushering in the Victory Day. Photo: Ridwan Adid Rupon

To welcome migratory 'guest' birds at Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, solo music artistes along with several promising bands performed in a concert. A total of 16 bands and solo artistes, including Kafil Ahmed, Akil Ashraf, Abhijit Das, Anom, Sayem Joy, Sohojia, Monosoroni, Leela, Samogeet, Chitkar, Soul Rebel, Biskut, Onnoswar, Saptosindhu, Trimingil and Surjo Sarothi gave their performances in the campus. “Pakhider Jonno Gaan” (Song for the Birds) was organised by little magazine “Hahakar” in association with dhrupodi.com. Photo: Star

Ghashful, a media house organised an Autumn Festival titled “Chhoraye Chhonde Shishir Bhejha Hridoy Chhoye”, at the Seminar Room of Central Public Library on November 30, says a press release. Presided over by poet Muhammad Nurul Huda the function began with Tagore songs by Mohiuzzaman Chowdhury. Bilu Kabir presented the keynote paper on verse literature after the welcome speech of litterateur Ata Sarkar, followed by a literary adda.

Marking 14th death anniversary of Poet Sufia Kamal, cultural organisation Chhayanaut held a memorial programme featuring discussion and musical offerings. Noted writer and a trustee board member of the Liberation War Museum Mafidul Haque delivered “Sufia Kamal Memorial Speech” at the event while vice president of the organisation Dr. Sarwar Ali spoke. Later, artiste of Chhayanaut performed both solo and choral songs originally composed by DL Roy, Atul Prasad and Rajanikanta Sen.

Jatiya Nabanno Utshab Udjapon Parshad held a “Nabanno Utshab” to celebrate the harvest of new crop at Bokultala, Faculty of Fine Arts of Dhaka University on November 15. The festival showcased traditional pitha and cultural shows that included dance, recitation and songs.

“Newsagony”, a performance by Nazia Andaleeb Preema took place at the Bangladesh National Museum on the occasion of 15 years of journey of The Daily Prothom Alo. The performance was a part of the exhibition titled “Newsfood” by Wakilur Rahman.

Sargam, the only regular magazine on music of Bangladesh, organised a discussion session and musical soiree to pay tribute to renowned artistes of the sub-continent -- Manna Dey, Madhury Chattopadhya and folk artiste Reshma, all of whom passed away last month. Sargam Editor Quazi Rownaq Hossain shared some unknown stories of these artistes. A well-appreciated cultural presentation of Sargam Sanskritik Dol and leading singers of the country followed. They presented Manna Dey, Madhury and Reshma's most popular songs like “Sundori Go Dohai Tomar”, “Coffe House er Shei Adda ta”, “Nijere Haraye Khuji”, “Damadam Mast Kalandar”, “Lambi Judai” and more.

Bangladesh Rabindra Sangeet Shilpi Shangstha (BRSSS), Dhaka Mahanagar accorded a reception to Rabindra Sangeet artiste and patron Ameenah Ahmed (C) at the Music and Dance Centre auditorium of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on November 8. Also pictured (L-R): Writer-editor Kazi Rawnak Hossain, artiste Sadi Muhammad, artiste Sajid Akbar and convenor of the reception, Nargis Chowdhury.

Poet Belal Chowdhury receives a crest, shawl and flower bouquet from Rawnak Sultana, Dr. Rakibul Hasan and Nasreen Akhtar, as part of honours conferred by mass media organisation Ghashphul. Poets Rafiq Azad and Asad Chowdhury are also seen. The Autumnal Poetry Festival organised by Ghashphul was held recently at the Public Library auditorium, on the closing day of a book fair by Adorn Publications. Veteran and young poets recited their poems at the event.

As part of its celebration of the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relationship between Korea and Bangladesh, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Dhaka organised a cultural programme titled “Charm of Korea-Miracle of Music 2013” at the National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Dhaka. The event was held on October 4 and 5. The musical group of seven musicians—two vocals, pianist, electronic pianist, drummer, bassist and saxophone player performed a variety of beautiful international songs and music. Commerce Minister Ghulam Mohammed Quader was the chief guest at the programme on October 4. Prime Minister's Adviser HT Imam was the chief guest at the programme on October 5. A number of guests, including MPs, high-ranking officials of the Bangladesh government, military officials, business leaders and members of the diplomatic corps were present at the programmes.

WHAT'S ON

Classical Music Fest
Organiser: Chhayanaut
Venue: Chhayanaut Auditorium, Dhanmondi
Date: December 19-20
1st day from 6pm; 2nd day from 9am

Solo Art Exhibition
Title: Quest for Reality
Artist: Rafiqun Nabi
Venue: Bengal Gallery, Dhanmondi
Date: Dec 7-19
Time: 12pm-8pm

Annual Art Exhibition
Organisers: Shilpakala Academy and Dhaka Art College
Venue: National Art Gallery, Shilpakala Academy
Date: Dec 9-21
Time: 11am-7pm

Solo Art Exhibition
Title: Return to Eden
Artist: Nasima Khanam Queenie
Venue: Alliance Française de Dhaka, Dhanmondi
Date: Dec 13-27
Time: 3pm-8pm

Architectural Exhibition
Architect Kashef Chowdhury
Venue: Bengal Art Lounge, Gulshan
Date: Dec 13-Jan 13
Time: 12pm-8pm

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