'Classical Music and Dance Fest' kicks off at BSA

Running from July 14 to July 15, the festival was inaugurated by BSA director Liaquat Ali Lucky, by lighting ceremonial lamps.
15 July 2023, 05:51 AM

What’s happening in Dhaka today?

Whether you want to sway to some classical music or be enraged at the wrongdoings of the society displayed in a tantalising play, the city has it all.
14 July 2023, 07:08 AM

Exploring the art of affection in ‘The Kiss’

Something people often fail to notice is the woman’s hand wrapping the man is a lot like a halo as if the entire idea of romantic love is something holy and angelic.
14 July 2023, 04:15 AM

‘Shastriosangeet Abong Nritya Utshav 2023’ to begin tomorrow

The classical music and dance programme, “Shastriosangeet Abong Nritya Utshav 2023” will be starting from 5 pm at the auditorium of the National Music and Dance Centre, BSA.
13 July 2023, 12:14 PM

Scarcity of men in classical dancing

Gendering dance is a widespread practice, and classical dance is one of the main victims. While spectators wait to see women dance to soft and graceful moves in the field of dancing, men need to be rough and tough.
12 July 2023, 03:00 AM

‘Agunjatra’ to be staged at BSA from tomorrow

Originally titled “Seven Steps Around the Fire” and written by contemporary Indian playwright Mahesh Dattani, the play has been translated by Shahidul Mamun.
8 July 2023, 11:00 AM

‘Anonymous-3’: Where art breaches the wall of prejudice

The question we ask ourselves forever is –how do we evaluate art? Very often, our prejudice makes us assess an artwork depending on an artist’s experience, age, gender, or simply grandeur.
8 July 2023, 09:39 AM

Rendezvous with 3D artist Ata Mojlish

Ata Mojlish is one of the emerging modern multimedia artists, whose work has made an impact upon people who rebel against the negativity dominant in our society.
6 July 2023, 13:37 PM

‘Shocking Pink’: An afternoon filled with affection

Preema Nazia Andaleeb is a visual artist from Bangladesh, and also an entrepreneur and cultural influencer. She has represented Bangladesh Creative Industry at the prestigious Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity in Cannes, France since 2014.
5 July 2023, 13:18 PM

Mehedi Haque receives scholarship from California College of the Arts

After graduating from Jahangirnagar University’s Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Mehedi Haque opted to draw cartoons as a profession, rather than going for a traditional job.
4 July 2023, 12:59 PM

Bangladeshi photographer Munem Wasif wins Harvard University fellowship

The fellowship provides a USD 50,000 stipend to begin or complete a proposed project followed by the publication of a book.
1 July 2023, 14:18 PM

'Life Through Rohingya Eyes' sheds light on life of Rohingya refugees

Documented by 19 bright Rohingya photographers, the exhibition–a joint endeavor of UNHCR and the Bangladesh Liberation War Museum under the Rohingyatographer Collective–tells a tale of oppression, pain, resilience, and hope.
25 June 2023, 12:42 PM

‘Monir–A Portrait of an Artist’: Understanding the man behind the art

“Monir–A Portrait of an Artist” is a window into the life of legendary Bangladeshi artist, Monirul Islam.
25 June 2023, 10:52 AM

Witness Syed Jamil Ahmed’s ‘Ami Birangona Bolchhi’ this Eid

Based on the book, the great Jamil Ahmed’s Spordha: Independent Theatre Collective has produced its fourth production of “Ami Birangona Bolchhi”, which began staging from June 16 at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy’s (BSA) National Theater Hall.
24 June 2023, 11:53 AM

‘Choloman Upakhyan’: AFD students capture stories through their camera

“Choloman Upakhyan” consists of photographs of five visual lens based artists. They have chosen different social issues to portray through their own perspectives.
24 June 2023, 10:28 AM

‘Ami Birangona Bolchi’ unveils unspoken reality

In a bold and poignant portrayal of the impact of war on women, the theater production "Ami Birangona Bolchi" by Neelima Ibrahim took center stage at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
22 June 2023, 13:00 PM

Bangladesh Press Photo Contest 2023 exhibition ends

The exhibition of the second edition of the annual Bangladesh Press Photo Contest closed its curtains yesterday.
19 June 2023, 12:21 PM

‘Where The Lotus Grows: A Return Home’ aims to explore Bangladesh through art

This project showcases a vibrant collection of artworks, including collages, sculptures, photographs, VR animation and poetry - that delve into the artists' thoughts and conversations about Bangladesh.
17 June 2023, 11:24 AM

‘9+ONE: Interdimensional Journeys’: a spiritual journey in guise of art

Edge Gallery at Bay’s Edgewater is adorned with beautiful art pieces carrying the versatility of the young artists of our country.
17 June 2023, 10:11 AM

‘Rustom Palowan’: Rashad Imam Tanmoy introduces a local hero to look up to

Rashad Imam Tonmoy is a passionate illustrator who made his debut as a children’s story writer through “Rustom Palowan”.
17 June 2023, 04:55 AM