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Theatre group Samay celebrates 28th anniversary

10 May 2005, 18:00 PM
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By Cultural Correspondent
10 May 2005, 18:00 PM
A scene from Bhager Manush
Samay Shankskritik Goshithi, a popular theatre troupe of the country, celebrated its 28th anniversary recently. Formed in May 5, 1977, in its 28- year journey, Samay has produced 27 stage plays. Many prominent theatre personalities of the country have worked with the troupe as guest directors: Aly Zaker has directedBhager Manush, Pijush Bandyopadhyay directsEkatturer Khudiramand Gazi Rakayet is the director ofShada Ghora. These productions have earned plaudits from the audience.

In the anniversary programme, the troupe members presented songs and discussed on the activities as well as future plans of the troupe. General Secretary of Samay as well as the Programme Secretary of Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation, Akataruzzaman in his speech at the inauguration ceremony delivered the future plans of the troupe. Aktar said, "We are planning to produce another play shortly which will be directed by Aly Zaker. Moreover, we will stage an experimental production. Further, we will hold workshops to develop the potential of the theatre activists of the troupe."

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