The play examines four central tensions of contemporary life: mounting pressures, psychological unrest, fragile relationships and profound isolation. Through these elements, “Bhasane Ujan” presents a tightly focused portrait of an individual wrestling with conscience and existential doubt.

“The Soul of Jute” invites visitors to engage with the material’s deep roots in Bangladesh’s heritage and its growing relevance in sustainable design. The exhibition positions jute not only as an agricultural product but as a bridge connecting craft, culture, and tourism—reflecting the work of local artisans and the imagination of contemporary designers.

The ovation was so prolonged that the play paused momentarily before Felton could deliver his first line, “I need a favour.” The moment marked a homecoming for the actor who had grown up on screen as the silver-haired Slytherin, now returning to portray an older, more complex Draco in the stage adaptation.

On November 10, 2025, Batighar Theatre Troupe staged its 26th performance of the political play “Monkey Trial” at the Experimental Theatre Hall of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.

“Kichcha” — a narrative form rooted in moral tales, Puranic legend and everyday village life — dominated the programme. Performers delivered story-based “kichcha” ballads, paik songs and folk dramas, blending myth, ethical reflection and social commentary.

The press conference was presided over by Udichi Central Committee’s Acting President, Mahmud Selim. Among others, speakers included Dr Mokbul Hossain, President of the Rabindra Sangeet Shilpi Sangstha; Mahadev Ghosh, Joint General Secretary of the Coordinating Council of Music Organisations; Sujit Mustafa, President of the Nazrul Sangeet Shilpi Parishad; Kamaruzzaman Bhuiyan, Vice-President of Charan Cultural Centre; Manzar Chowdhury Sweet, Joint Secretary of the Ganasangeet Coordinating Council; Naim Hasan Suja from the Nabanno Festival Celebration Committee; and Tushar Chandan, General Secretary of the Art Schools Alliance.

The talk, titled “A Conversation on Henrik Ibsen and Jon Fosse”, was led by Professor Ahmed Ahsanuzzaman of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), who earned his MPhil and PhD in Ibsen Studies from the University of Oslo.

As part of the invitation, She will stay in Nice, France, from 13 November 2025 to 28 January 2026. During her visit, she will receive advanced training in Laban Movement Analysis and other contemporary techniques.

The staging revisits the play’s probing questions of fate, conscience and self-knowledge in a compact, contemporary idiom.

The exhibition featured works from students across all departments and classes, with two rooms of Zainul Gallery filled with sculptures and artworks in diverse media.

Oona Hyland’s show, titled “An Duanaire: Visual Poems of the Dispossessed”, opened Tuesday at the Garden Gallery in Baridhara, marking a milestone in cultural exchange between Ireland and Bangladesh.

It weaves the familiar tale of woodcutter Alibaba, who discovers a hidden treasure, and his brother Qasim, whose greed leads to his demise, into the larger story of Scheherazade. Through her storytelling, Scheherazade saves lives and gradually restores the ruler’s humanity.

Film “Nunshipi” (“Pity Women”), made up of three short films — “Inaphi,” “Tiras”, and “Hunashori”— each telling a separate, heartbreaking story of a working Manipuri woman.

There is a kind of music that does not seek the spotlight — and Chanchal Khan belongs to that rare lineage of artists for whom art itself is an act of devotion. A singer, filmmaker, and interpreter of Rabindra Sangeet, his journey from Chhayanaut in 1970s Dhaka to stages across continents reflects a life devoted to music, words, and the timeless philosophy of Rabindranath Tagore.

"It's infantilising bollocks. It's ghetto-ising, a subsection of success. It's the kid's table of awards." — Fleabag, 2019.

We often see unconventional art that keeps us wondering just how many dimensions an artist can reach through their art.

Halloween has gradually moved away from its original history and functions mainly as a platform for self-expression, where creativity in costume, makeup, and design takes precedence. Here is a look at where Halloween events, parties, and themed gatherings are taking place across Dhaka this year.

They emerge from social injustices, unfulfilled desires, and forgotten histories, and in their persistence, they remind us that the supernatural is often an allegory for the very real.

“This time we will celebrate Humayun Ahmed on November 13. This edition will be bigger, with more extensive arrangements. There will be music, film screenings, and discussions,” Farooki wrote.

On a mild autumn evening after work, I once again found myself drawn to Bhumi Gallery to witness the magnificent art pieces that beautifully adorned its intimate spaces. Curated by Saiful Islam Lenin, “Dreamweaver” is a group exhibition showcasing the imaginative visions of 12 emerging Bangladeshi artists. Inaugurated on October 17, 2025, the event was graced by eminent artist Prof Jamal Ahmed, who attended as the chief guest and shared an inspiring address celebrating the new generation of creators.