Bangladesh
JU Correspondent
Photo Courtesy: JU
The drama and dramatics department at Jahangirnagar University today organised a day-long programme at their campus, marking the 17th death anniversary of renowned thespian and former teacher Selim Al Deen.
Prominent theatre and cultural personalities attended the event, which began early in the morning with a procession from the department building to Deen’s grave. The procession was inaugurated by JU Vice Chancellor Professor Mohammad Kamrul Ahsan.
The event, chaired by Professor Harun Rashid, featured a discussion seminar on Deen, with speeches delivered by JU teachers Raihan Rhyne of the philosophy department and Hanim Kamrul Huq of the Institute of Comparative Literature and Culture.
Professor Abdus Selim of Central Women’s University was also in attendance and spoke at the event.
A photography exhibition by Barin Ghosh, showcasing Deen’s life and works, was also organised.
Highlights of the day included a ventriloquism act by Swapnil Sohel, a cultural event titled “Eso Alok Tirthe,” and several theatre performances by students of the drama and dramatics department.
Born in Feni in 1949, Deen played a vital role in establishing the drama and dramatics department at JU. He passed away in 2008.
For his contribution to the arena of Bengali theatre, Deen has been honoured with the prestigious Ekushey Padak, Bangla Academy Award, Kothashahitya Award, Nandikar Award, and the National Film Award.
