Dhaka University's Theatre and Performance Studies has organized national and international theatrical exhibitions, demonstrating excellence in knowledge and cultural practice. In keeping with tradition, the department will debut its new work, 'Siddhanta', on stage on Martyrs' Day and International Mother Language Day.
The drama will begin on February 28 and run till March 5 at Dhaka University's Natmandal Auditorium at 7 p.m. The play's director is Israfil Shaheen, a multi-dimensional theater personality and senior lecturer in the school. Shahman Moishan adapted the play from German playwright Bertolt Brecht's 'Measures Taken'. Tanvir Ahamed, Nasrin Sultana Anu, Obaidur Rahman Sohan, Pronab Ranjon Bala, and Manohar Chandra Das, the department's administrative officer, took part in the performance. Professor Israfil Shaheen designed the set and lighting for the performance, with assistance from Dhiman Chandra Burman. Amit Chowdhury created chirography, performed movement, and played an instrument. Mohsina Akhtar created the clothing and music, which Professor Saim Rana organized.
Furthermore, Ahsan Khan prepared the props, while Umme Hani, Mimo, Nibir, Tanjima, Khesari, Sithi, Mimi, Mim, Kathak, Sagarika, Sohan, Upma, and Athai helped with the execution. Debashis Kumar Das designed the poster. Tanvir Nahid Khan and Ahsan Khan also worked on PR, while Shahabuddin Mia, Kazi Rubel, and Majnu Mia provided technical help for the production.
According to the play's director, Professor Israfil Shaheen, "Siddhanta or The Measures Taken" depicts the critical fate of a few revolutionaries, where a young comrade's sudden desire clashes with the Communist Party's long-term strategic revolution plan. And this young comrade, detached from the party but with universal compassion for the masses, Comrades must consider the repercussions of voluntary dying with the assistance of other comrades. 'This death is not murder or suicide, but what? 'A choice taken in the mix of revolution, conflict, and passion,' he explained.
This year, the drama 'Siddhanta' was produced in an international theater festival in Kerala, India on January 15, Shanti Niketan of Visva Bharati University in West Bengal on January 23, and Rabindra Bharati University on January 24.