Theatre's drama voyage-5

After the premiere show in 1996, Theatre staged 53 shows of the play in different corners in Bangladesh and in a few Bangla-speaking states in India. Heeren De's folk-based drama Roopbhan represents the influence of 'fate' in human life. Through the love story of Roopbhan Heeren has depicted our rural life and the mindset of the people. Kamuruzzaman Chowdhury Runu is the director of the play.

Professor Abdullah Abu Sayeed was the chief guest at the programme. Jatra legend Jyotsna Biswas, actress Kabori Sarwar, dramatists Heeren De and music composer Enayet E Moula Jinnah and Abdur Rashid Khan, director finance were the other participants in the discussion.

Jyotsna Biswas said, Alomoti, Gunai Bibi, Roopbhan and others are wonderful examples of Jhumur Jatra, a musical drama based on performing art form, which in some places in Bangladesh is known as Letu Jatra. This form is known to the urban people as 'Opera' or 'Melodrama'."

Kabori Sarwar said, "I have not seen the theatrical presentation of Roopbhan, but saw the film. In our cinema, our wonderful folklore has not been presented adequately. We should take initiatives for the artistic and aesthetic presentation of our rich heritage."

Abdullah Abu Sayeed said, "In the global world only the perfect presentation of our rich culture can create a 'positive image' of Bangladesh. The compositions of our rural bards are remarkable. High-tech presentation of these folklores can create a new trend. However, the government funds allocated for culture is not adequate"

Professor Mumtazuddin Ahmed was the moderator of the programme.