Urdu Culture London: Public Urdu Shayari Masterclass on Mirza Ghalib
Key information
- Date
- Time
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2:30 pm
- Venue
- SOAS, University of London
- Room
- Khalili Lecture Theatre
About this event
In collaboration with Urdu Culture London, SOAS University of London invites you to a public masterclass on the Urdu works of renowned poet Mirza Ghalib (1797-1869).
The masterclass consists of presentations, recitations of poems, and discussion. Everyone is welcome to attend this event - previous experience of Urdu literature is not necessary.
| Programme - Moderated by Humaira Jamal |
| Opening at 3 pm by Hilal Fareed & Richard Williams |
| Ghalib: The Man, The Times by Saif Mahmood |
| Ghalib’s Calcutta by Richard Williams |
| Ghalib’s Poetry by Hilal Fareed |
| Readings by Yousuf Abraham & Uruj Asif |
| Tarannum by Pooja Bhanot & Mukesh Kacker |
| Guftgu Discussion to be opened by Kami Kidwai |
| Vote of Thanks by Irfan Mustafa |
| Close at 5.15 pm |
- RSVP: info@urduculture.com, 07802435596
Discussion material will be shared in advance with confirmed participants
Image credit: Wikimedia Commons (Mirza Ghalib. Circa 1860-1869)
