Three-day Kashmir theatre conference begins in Srinagar

Srinagar, Sept 11 (UNI) A three-day Kashmir Theatre Conference commenced in Srinagar on Friday with an academic session and an inaugural function highlighting the rich theatrical traditions of Kashmir and the need to further strengthen the performing arts in the region. The conference began with a paper-reading session, followed by an interactive discussion on "75 Years of the History of Theatre in Kashmir." Eminent theatre personalities and researchers, including Hasrat Gadda, Gouri Shankar Raina, Basheer Bhawani, Dr Aiyash Arif and Ravi Kemmu, presented research-based papers on the evolution of theatre in Kashmir. The presentations offered insights into the journey of…