Dhaka, January 26, 2025 – ACT-Bangladesh (Applied Climate Theatre-Bangladesh), the first-ever climate-focused theatre organization in the country, has officially commenced its journey. The launch event, held at the auditorium of Tagore University of Creative Arts in Uttara, Dhaka marks a significant milestone in using performance arts as a medium to address climate change. ACT-Bangladesh is an innovative platform that uniquely blends theatre with climate awareness, action, and advocacy.
Through compelling performances, educational workshops, and community outreach, ACT-Bangladesh provides audiences with the opportunity to confront the pressing realities of climate change. By using storytelling as a tool, the organization aims to engage, educate, and inspire individuals, organizations, and communities to take decisive, meaningful action toward a sustainable future.
Event Highlights:
- Climate Theatre Presentation: Drought in the Fate of Farmers
- A theatrical exploration of the struggles faced by farmers amidst the growing climate crisis.
- Eco-Playwright: Nazrul Sayed
- Direction: Abdur Razzak
- Choreography: Bandhan Saha
Photo Caption: Climate Theatre Presentation: Drought in the Fate of Farmers
- Climate Talks: Echoes of Earth
- Distinguished speakers:
- Esther Ferry-Kennington, Chair and Co-Founder of Lancashire Arts Network for Developing Sustainability (LANDS), UK
- Robin Lyons, Co-Artistic Director of Ergon Theatre Company, UK
- Dr. Sydur Rahman Lipon, Chairman and Associate Professor, Department of Theatre, Tagore University of Creative Arts
- Dr. Shahman Moishan, Associate Professor, Department of Theatre and Performance Studies, University of Dhaka
- Distinguished speakers:
Photo Caption (from the left): Professor Dr. Syed Mohammad Shahed, Esther Ferry-Kennington, Robin Lyons, Dr. Sydur Rahman Lipon, Dr. Shahman Moishan.
The event’s chief guest, Professor Dr. Syed Mohammad Shahed, Vice-Chancellor of Tagore University of Creative Arts and Secretary General of the United Nations Association of Bangladesh, shared his insights on the importance of art as a tool for climate advocacy.
Abdur Razzak, the Founder and Director of ACT-Bangladesh, emphasized, “Theatre has the power to evoke emotions, challenge perceptions, and inspire action. Through ACT-Bangladesh, we aim to create a platform that not only showcases the devastating impacts of climate change but also empowers individuals to envision and work toward a sustainable tomorrow.”
ACT-Bangladesh collaborates with Global Climate Action Partners are Lancashire Arts Network for Developing Sustainability (LANDS) and Ergon Theatre, Institutional partner Tagore University of Creative Arts, Climate & Health Partner Health Security Foundation, and Creative partner Bytequill.
About ACT-Bangladesh:
ACT-Bangladesh (Applied Climate Theatre-Bangladesh), the first climate-focused theatre organization in Bangladesh, is an innovative platform that uniquely blends performance arts with climate awareness, action and advocacy since its inception. Through powerful performances, workshops, and community outreach, ACT-Bangladesh provides a space for audiences to confront the harsh realities of climate change while envisioning pathways toward sustainable living. Our storytelling approach engages, educates, and inspires individuals, organizations, and communities to take decisive, meaningful action for a sustainable tomorrow.
For Media Inquiries, Please Contact:
Abdur Razzak
Founder Director
ACT-Bangladesh
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