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Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) conferred the Shilpakala Padak 2017 to seven cultural luminaries in recognition of their
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A weeklong architectural exhibition titled Archiprix Bangladesh Exhibition 2018 by the Department of Architecture, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) and Archiprix International has begun at La Galerie, Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD). The inaugural ceremony of the exhibition was held on May 25.
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Afroz Mustapha passes away
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Journey of a painter and writer
Syed Iqbal is a renowned painter based in Dhaka, Bangladesh and Toronto, Canada. He is also a popular writer, who has 35 books to his credit in an illustrious four-decade career of writing novels, short stories and fiction.
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An array of roles for Shajal
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'Mohajoner Nao' sails to Bhutan
The Embassy of the People's Republic of Bangladesh in Bhutan brings a most popular theatre production of Bangladesh in Thimpu, named Mohajoner Nao (The Boat of Infinity). It is a significant initiative taken by
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Shilpakala's homage to Kazi Nazrul Islam
Marking the 119th birth anniversary of our National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy arranged a programme, featuring a discussion and a cultural event at its Music and Dance Centre auditorium. Professor Hosne Ara Joly of the Department of Bangla, from Jagannath University discussed the life and works of the poet, while Jahangir Hossain Chowdhury, BSA secretary, presided over the programme.
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Looking back with Mamunur Rashid
Noted thespian, director and playwright Mamunur Rashid also spearheads Aranyak Natyadal, one of the most popular theatre troupes in Bangladesh. For many in the industry, the veteran artiste is a role model and is credited to have helped many find their break in the showbiz world. In a recent conversation with The Daily Star, the artiste reflects on his memories, past accomplishments and more.
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Oyndri - Born to Dance
Shomriddha Shams Oyndri was barely three years old when she began accompanying her mother to her sister's dance classes. Renowned dancer Shamim Ara Nipa was her sister's dance teacher, who, looking at Oyndri's enthusiasm at a very young age, told her mother that the girl had a knack for dancing.
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