Anti-imperialism, anti-fascism theatre evening held at JU

An anti-imperialism and anti-fascism theatre evening was held at Jahangirnagar University (JU) on Sunday night, organised by the Jahangirnagar University Central Students’ Union (JUCSU) as part of a broader cultural protest.

The event took place at the Selim Al Deen Mukto Mancha, using theatrical performances to highlight resistance against imperialism and fascism in the context of contemporary political and social issues.

Speaking at the event, JUCSU drama affairs secretary Ruhul Islam said, “The people of Bangladesh would never accept subjugation. If anyone tries to impose the chains of servitude upon us, we will rise again and again like Abu Sayed and Mugdho. Through the July movement, imperialism and fascism have already been defeated. If another fascism or foreign domination is attempted, artistic expression through literature, music and theatre will continue unabated as a form of resistance.”

JUCSU general secretary Mazharul Islam added that the central theme of the staged play illustrated how fascism undermines the justice system through nepotism and arbitrary rule.

“Our objective was to convey a clear message against fascism through this performance,” he said, noting that the struggle against fascism, falsehood and propaganda would persist across cultural, political and social spheres.