Shilpakala Academy marks Independence Day and Theatre Day with cultural events
26 March 2026, 13:30 PM
Theatre & Arts
Swapnadal stages 'Tringsha Shatabdi' on Independence Day
25 March 2026, 13:09 PM
Entertainment
Shilpakala Academy to host ‘Chand Raat Eid Anondo Utshob’
20 March 2026, 11:00 AM
Theatre & Arts
Documentary on Bangladeshi architect Rafiq Azam to premiere at Sydney Opera House
15 March 2026, 14:43 PM
Culture
Bangladeshi migrants perform in Lisbon play exploring immigrant life
14 March 2026, 13:14 PM
Theatre & Arts
‘Tabula Rasa’ to be staged at Dhaka University
11 March 2026, 18:55 PM
Theatre & Arts
Threads that refuse to fade
9 March 2026, 18:28 PM
Culture
BotTala to stage 100th show of ‘Khona’ at Shaheed Minar
7 March 2026, 11:41 AM
Theatre & Arts
Swapnadal to celebrate Women’s Day with awards and staging of ‘Helen Keller’
5 March 2026, 15:27 PM
Culture
Recitation artistes to hold protest against rape and abuse today
3 March 2026, 11:38 AM
Theatre & Arts
Attacks on Bengali culture will not go very far: Ramendu Majumdar
Recently, a legal notice has been issued against ‘Mongol Shobhajatra’. Speaking to The Daily Star, Ramendu Majumdar shared his thoughts on the issue.
12 April 2023, 09:28 AM
Picasso: An actor on the stage of history
On his 50th death anniversary today, The Daily Star looks into the complex psyche of the renowned artiste, which goes beyond his individuality.
8 April 2023, 10:48 AM
‘Atlas of Dissent’: The venom of colonisation
The extensive oppression of British colonisation in the Indian subcontinent has broken the backbone and the spirit of the people in the region, for almost two hundred years. The effects of this era can still be witnessed today.
7 April 2023, 09:59 AM
Winners of Bangladesh Press Photo Contest 2023 announced
A panel of judges determine the winning photos across multiple categories, based on their quality of work and documentation.
6 April 2023, 10:27 AM
‘Blessed to have led a simple life’
The Ekushey Padak winning singer is a lighthouse of the cultural arena, who does not merely make music, but also enlightens people with music. She was also honoured with the Padma Shri, in 2021, considered as the fourth highest civilian award in India.
4 April 2023, 12:23 PM
15 cultural organisations’ joint statement: Disrespect of Bangladesh’s independence unacceptable
15 cultural federations have condemned and protested against the anti-state conspiracy prior to the upcoming national election, in a joint statement on Sunday.
2 April 2023, 10:19 AM
Liaquat Ali Lucky reinstated as DG of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy
The notice read that he can begin his occupancy starting from the coming April 13, 2023 or his next word-day, according to his existing contract.
29 March 2023, 12:58 PM
Drik Picture Library, WPP jointly announce 2023 regional winners
Founded by Dutch photographers in 1955, WPP has reached a prestigious benchmark for photographers, photojournalists and documentary photographers worldwide.
29 March 2023, 11:34 AM
World Theater Day: When ‘Art’ becomes ubiquitous
Yasmina Reza’s screenplay and Open Space Theatre’s adaptation continue with brisk intelligence and wit. The audience remained faithful, engaged, enthralled and deliberate in their interpretation of the play.
28 March 2023, 11:28 AM
Nasir Uddin Yousuff’s Dhaka Theatre quits Federation in protest
Dhaka Theatre takes a stand for Kamal Bayezid.
27 March 2023, 14:13 PM
BSA celebrates International Theatre Day 2023
Renowned thespian Mamunur Rashid is all set to be honoured at the World Theatre Day 2023 event today at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA).
27 March 2023, 09:38 AM
Dance troupe led by Anisul Islam Hero performs in Jordan
A visiting cultural troupe, Srishti Cultural Center, led by Anisul Islam Hero performed in Jordan recently. The dance troupe had five shows in several places including a joint show with a Jordanian dance troupe on the occasion of 52nd Independence Day of Bangladesh
25 March 2023, 10:11 AM
Swapnadal staging ‘Macbeth’ tomorrow
On the occasion of World Mime Day, theatre troupe Swapnadal will stage the first-ever full-length ‘mimodrama’, “Macbeth” tomorrow. The play will be staged at the experimental theatre hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy at 7pm.
24 March 2023, 14:44 PM
‘US Women’: An artistic tribute to the spirit of women
March is celebrated around the world as the month of women, with the 8th being International Women’s Day. To honour and commemorate the revolution of women in society, the EMK Center in Dhaka observes ‘Women’s History Month’ through visual art exhibitions every year, titled “US Women”.
24 March 2023, 13:17 PM
A small step towards former glory
Restoration of Lalbagh Fort’s ‘Hammamkhana’ closes
22 March 2023, 13:31 PM
Sculptor Shamim Sikder dies
Ekushey Padak awardee and former professor of Dhaka University passed away at the age of 70
21 March 2023, 13:53 PM
Bonhishikha Shangskritik Shangathan celebrates Independence Day spirit
Celebrating the spirit of the Independence Day of Bangladesh, Bonhishikha Shangskritik Shangathan organised a cultural programme consisting of cultural activities and discussion today at 5 pm, at the Central Shaheed Minar.
18 March 2023, 14:47 PM
‘The Fearless Call-II’: Remembering Bangabandhu
The inauguration of “The Fearless Call-II” took place at Russel Square, Dhanmondi 32, on March 17 at 10am—the birthday of the father of the nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
17 March 2023, 13:36 PM
Eminent dancer Zeenat Barkatullah in ICU
The eminent dancer's family is going through a tough time, as the dancer herself has been in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) over the last five days.
17 March 2023, 10:57 AM
Cultural events happening in the capital today
This Friday proves to be a day of art and culture as six cultural programmes, starting from art competitions to threatre plays are set to appear in different locations of Dhaka.
17 March 2023, 07:51 AM