Hugely successful New Town Winter Festival closes

Yesterday, the 5-day Winter Fest at Rabindra Tirtha closed. It was a huge success. When I reached there at 6pm or so, all seats were occupied and many were waiting outside, patiently, enjoying the landscape and beautiful illumination. Even before I entered, I could guess from the long queue of cars parked outside that the hall must be full. Day before yesterday also the hall was full: I reached there after the inaugural function of Eco Tourism and saw the second half of a hilarious play that was being staged.

Sukumar Ray's Lakshaner Shaktishel was the last play. Brilliantly costumed children staged the play where the dialogues and sound effects were pre-recorded and the actors played out their parts with finesse. Here is a photo:

Lakshaner Shaktishel at Rabindra Tirtha on 30th Dec 12

Even as the play ended and the 5-day event drew to a close, people seemed to linger on in the hall, hesitating  before going out in the cold, away from the community called New Town into their respective homes. I mentioned that next year we could have an one-act competition. And of course, we'd have Basanta Utsav, Rabindra-Najrul celebration, Bijoya Sanmilini in between.

Many residents, while leaving, thanked us for organising this event. I am thankful to all of them.

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SMPAi, Samrat's Troupe, will give a fusion performance at Eco Park at 6pm on New Year's Day. All are welcome.