Posted by: Sonya Rehman on: June 20, 2008
By Sonya Rehman
For the first time in Pakistan, a podium for the classical music maestros has finally been provided. And we’re talking a pretty big podium here.
Launched this year by the Rafi Peer Theatre Workshop (RPTW), ‘Peer Artist Management’ (PAM) brings forth a substantial goody bag for the country’s renowned (and upcoming) classical music gems [...]
Posted by: Sonya Rehman on: June 20, 2008
By Sonya Rehman
Known for their history of socialist-driven theatre productions, Ajoka stands as a theatre company that fuses art with pertinent social messages quite remarkably.
Run by a husband and wife duo (Shahid Nadeem and Madeeha Gauhar), Ajoka, in addition, is also well-known in Lahore for its exciting collaborations with theatre companies and thespian troupes across [...]
Posted by: Sonya Rehman on: June 20, 2008
By Sonya Rehman
Released in 2007, in India, ‘Charkha’ – Rahat Fateh Ali Khan’s debut album – has been met with standing ovations…both at home, and abroad.
Comprising of eleven soul-stirring compositions, Charkha takes its cue from the intense, Eastern-classical genre of music. But that being stated, Rahat’s sophomore effort is anything but over-powering.
Just like his renowned [...]
Posted by: Sonya Rehman on: June 9, 2008
By Sonya Rehman
There’s a very fine line between art and sensationalism. You see, it’s a lot like journalism – the more ‘out there’ and sensationalistic the subject matter, the greater the ‘impact’. From racy themes, wild brushstrokes, loud colours, and scandalous topics, art (like journalism) can often be tainted, exaggerated and made overtly vulgar to [...]
