Acinpakhi Infinity Indigenous Theatre of Bangladesh – Syed Jamil Ahmed (Hard Cover) | UPL

Acinpakhi Infinity: Indigenous Theatre of Bangladesh

Author: Syed Jamil Ahmed
Category: থিয়েটার ও যাত্রা
Edition: ১ম প্রকাশ, ২০০০
ISBN: 9840514628
Pages: 375
Language: ইংরেজি
Publisher: দি ইউনিভার্সিটি প্রেস লিমিটেড (ইউ পি এল)
Country: বাংলাদেশ
Weight: 0.96 Kg

Book Overview

Acinpakhi Infinity presents an extensive study on the indigenous theatre of Bangladesh, covering over eighty genres connected to various religions such as Islam and Buddhism, as well as secular performances. The book combines theoretical insights with detailed fieldwork, including live performance observations, interviews, and archival research. It explores each genre’s background, performance spaces, text, structure, and other relevant aspects, enriched with plans and photographs.

About the Author

Syed Jamil Ahmed is a distinguished theatre director, designer, and Associate Professor at the Department of Theatre and Music, University of Dhaka. With education from the National School of Drama (India), University of Warwick (England), and University of Dhaka, his work blends indigenous Bangladeshi theatre traditions with contemporary global theatre practices.

Table of Contents Highlights

• Performances Related to Krsna and Caitanya
• Performances Related to Ramacandra
• Performances Related to Siva and Kali
• Performances Related to Manasa
• Performances Related to Buddhism and Natha Cult
• Performances Related to Muslim Saints and Legendary Heroes
• Secular Performances
• Hybrid Performances

Acinpakhi Infinity is a vital resource for researchers, theatre enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the rich cultural heritage of Bangladesh’s indigenous performing arts.

আরো জানুন: Wikipedia – Syed Jamil Ahmed

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