Entertainment Desk :
May 25 marks the birth anniversary of the National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam. Commemorating his 125th birthday this year, Chhayanaut arranged a three-day (May 24, 25 and 26) celebration started from Friday at their auditorium,
said a press release. The festival is showcasing a variety of performances, including solo and ensemble songs, dances, readings, and poetry recitations.
Alongside Chhayanaut’s artistes, additional performers will also participate to honour Nazrul.
The opening event on the first day (yesterday) was inaugurated at 6:00pm, while on the second and third days, the programme will begin at 7:00pm.
On the last day of the event, the cover of Chhayanaut’s published book titled ‘Nazrul Sangeet: Tothyo, Bhab O Surasondhan’, which features the themes, melodies, and information of 50 Nazrul songs, will be unveiled. There will also be songs, dances, reading and poetry recitations by the selected artistes.
Meanwhile, various organisations in the capital have arranged diverse events surrounding Nazrul’s birthday. Bengal Foundation has also organised a two-day event.
The Ministry of Culture, Nazrul Institute, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy and various cultural and social institutions are set to celebrate the birth anniversary of
the National Poet.