Tasmia Tahia - Poet, Playwright, YA Novelist

1 month to go until the @seasonofbangladrama the biggest celebration of South Asian, BIPOC and emerging theatre at London's East End.

I'm excited to feature my top 3 from the festival, featuring new voices, young talent and themes that are more relevant now than ever:

🎭 NARRATIVES OF TIME by Arts without Border
31st October (Opening Night) and 1st November - Brady Arts Centre
Four young British Bangladesh creatives (including yours truly) bring to life the history of theatre and activism in the East End, under the expert mentorship of Dr. Canan Salih.
Come on a journey from 1960s to 2013 and experience art, drama and the battle for the soul of East London.
Featuring writing by @6asma66 @vivalaheeva @shohidur.rahman and Tasmia Tahia.

🎄 Merry Mubarak by @cineatre_
12 and 13 November- Queen Mary University , Pinter Studio
When Eid and Christmas fall on the same day, 4 young British Bangladeshis come together to experience food, family and the secrets that hold us together.
Ft. @adi.one, @af.lov3, @t.asniaa and Amina

📜 I Hear Humming by @reshamcollective
19th and 20th November - Brady Arts Centre
British Bangladeshi Sadia is forced to travel to the motherland for her grandmother’s funeral. A chance encounter with local boy Rafi and a box of letters opens up old wounds and the secrets that birthed a mother, a daughter and country
Ft. @mahirahmc @af.lov3 @epic_amir_hamza, Tasmia Tahia and Anisur