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Featuring: Kumar Sharma and the Kathak Rockers with acclaimed dancers from the USA The grand inauguration of NABC 2026, featuring the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, the singing of national anthems (India, USA, Canada, and Bangladesh), and a spectacular dance recital featuring Kumar Sharma and the Kathak Rockers -- a breathtaking fusion of classical Kathak, Bollywood choreography, and contemporary world dance that sets the tone for an unforgettable weekend of Bengali cultural celebration.
A presentation by Sarba Bharatiya Parishad featuring "Monihara" -- a multi-disciplinary performance weaving together recitation, vocal music, and dance, inspired by Rabindranath Tagore's timeless short story of the same name.
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A spiritual discourse and book release ceremony featuring a revered monk, Swami Sarvapriyananda, offering reflections on Bengali culture, philosophy, and the enduring relevance of ancient wisdom in the modern diaspora.
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Featuring: Joy Dattagupta, Poulami Chatterjee, Saheb Chatterjee, and Shovan Sundar. A specially curated grand tribute performance exploring the profound life, unmatched versatility, and iconic cinematic works of the legendary film personality Soumitra Chattopadhyay.
A gripping Bengali drama adapted from a celebrated work by Kaushik Sen, presented by the Othoi Kotha Natya Gosthi. "Ek Cup Chhobi" is a thought-provoking theatrical experience that blends humor with social commentary.
A vibrant cultural presentation by Ranjanee Inc. of New York titled "Boichitre Bangali -- Devotion, Joy & Strength in Bengali Culture," celebrating the diversity and richness of Bengali traditions through music and dance.
Featuring: Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Pt. Tanmoy Bose, Rohan Krishnamurty A once-in-a-generation sarod recital by Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, one of India's greatest living classical musicians and a Padma Vibhushan awardee. Accompanied by legendary tabla maestro Pandit Tanmoy Bose and acclaimed mridangam artist Rohan Krishnamurty, this performance brings together three genres of Indian classical mastery on one stage.
A live band performance by Saampan from the Bay Area, presented by Prothoma. "The Sound of the Bay Meets the Heart of New York" -- a contemporary Bengali band bringing fresh energy and original compositions alongside beloved classics.
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A mesmerizing solo performance by Shama Rahman, the acclaimed Bangladeshi-British singer-songwriter. Her program "Proti Diner Robi Thakur" reimagines Tagore's songs with contemporary acoustic arrangements, bridging East and West.
Featuring: Aneek Dhar, Trijoy Dey, Chandrika Bhattacharya, Mayuri Saha, Trisha Chatterjee, Manasi Ghosh, Subhadeep Das, Kishore Sodha A high-energy tribute to the legendary Bollywood composer Rahul Dev Burman ("Pancham"), featuring an ensemble of celebrated vocalists including Aneek Dhar, Trijoy Dey, Chandrika Bhattacharya, Mayuri Saha, Trisha Chatterjee, Manasi Ghosh, Subhadeep Das, and trumpet maestro Kishore Sodha. Relive the golden era of Hindi film music with iconic songs that defined a generation.
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A choral celebration of Rabindranath Tagore's songs by the Tagore Society of Houston. "Shatakanthe Rabindranath" (Tagore in a Hundred Voices) brings together a large chorus performing beloved Rabindra Sangeet in rich multi-part harmony.
Featuring: New People's Theatre A powerful dramatic production by New People's Theatre bringing to life the extraordinary story of a female freedom fighter from Bengal during the British colonial era. "Agnikonya" (Daughter of Fire) is a story of courage, sacrifice, and the indomitable Bengali spirit of resistance.
Featuring: Aneek Dhar, Trijoy Dey, Chandrika Bhattacharya, Mayuri Saha, Trisha Chatterjee, Joy Sankar, Manasi Ghosh, Subhadeep Das A sweeping musical journey celebrating a century of Bengali music, performed by an ensemble of acclaimed vocalists including Aneek Dhar, Trijoy Dey, Chandrika Bhattacharya, Mayuri Saha, Trisha Chatterjee, Joy Sankar, Manasi Ghosh, and Subhadeep Das. From the golden era of Rabindra Sangeet and Nazrul Geeti through the classic film songs of Hemanta Mukherjee and Manna Dey to the modern Bengali band movement, this program traces the extraordinary evolution of Bengal's musical soul across ten decades.
A soulful performance by Riddhi Bandyopadhyay and students featuring -- a musical exploration of Panchakabi (the five great Bengali poets) through song. Accompanied by Avirup Sengupta and students, this program showcases the rich poetic-musical tradition of Bengal.
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Featuring: Anuradha Mazumder A Tagore recital by Anuradha Mazumder titled "Preme Opreme Nari" -- an exploration of the feminine in Tagore's world through love, devotion, and self-discovery, rendered through the beauty of Rabindra Sangeet.
Featuring: Sanjukta Das An intimate Tagore vocal recital by Sanjukta Das, presenting carefully curated Rabindra Sangeet that captures the lyrical depth and emotional range of Tagore's compositions.
Featuring: Taslima Nasreen, Mousumi Hossain A literary performance by Taslima Nasreen and Mousumi Hossain titled "Whispers & Harmonious -- Poetic Pulse." This program blends spoken word poetry and musical accompaniment to create a meditative experience celebrating the power of Bengali verse.
A spectacular musical dance drama by the Bangladesh Cultural Organization titled "Bengali Harlem," presented as a tribute on the occasion of America's 250th anniversary of independence. This production celebrates the parallel journeys of Bengali and American cultural movements through music, dance, and storytelling.
Featuring: Kaleidoscope Dance Academy It is a dance-theatre production that follows the inspiring journey of a dancer whose passion and perseverance turn dreams into destiny. Choreographed and mentored by Guru Dr. Dipanwita Sengupta, recipient of prestigious awards and honors from the USA and Europe and a pioneer of Creative Dance in Ohio, the production will be graced by the virtual presence of her revered Guru, Shri Kohinoor Sen Barat.
A solo concert by Subhadeep Das Chowdhury, one of the featured international artists of NABC 2026. A versatile vocalist known for his command of Bengali modern songs and Bollywood playback, Subhadeep delivers an intimate and energetic performance.
A multi-dimensional cultural presentation by the Bengali Association of North Carolina titled "Manaavi -- Various Shades, Varied Emotions," blending dance, drama, and music to portray the many facets of the human experience.
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A theatrical musical production directed by Partha Pratim Deb. "Saudagarer Nouka" (The Merchant's Boat) is a narrative performance combining live music, dance, and drama based on a beloved Bengali literary work.
A breathtaking dance-and-live-music spectacle titled "Yodhini" (The Warrior Woman). This production combines powerful classical Indian dance with live musical accompaniment to tell stories of feminine strength, valor, and resilience drawn from Indian mythology and history. Featuring acclaimed Odissi dancer Guru Sanchita Bhattacharya and 150 acclaimed dancers from the USA.
A Tagore recital by the Tagore Society of Houston celebrating the themes of love and spring in Rabindranath Tagore's songs. "Rabindra Manone Prem O Basanta" is a lyrical journey through some of Tagore's most romantic and seasonal compositions.
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The International Film Festival & Awards (IFFA) Golden Eagle Award ceremony, recognizing outstanding achievements in Bengali cinema and artistic excellence across the global diaspora.
Featuring: Kumar Sharma A high-octane fusion dance performance by Kumar Sharma's Kathak Rockers, seamlessly blending the precision and grace of classical Kathak with contemporary Bollywood choreography, hip-hop, and world dance styles.
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A vocal concert by Manasi Ghosh, one of the featured international artists of NABC 2026 and winner of Indian Idol, performing a curated set of Bengali and Hindi songs that showcase her versatile range from classical to contemporary.
A musical celebration titled "Burmans -- Ek Sur Dui Gaan" (One Tune, Two Songs), presented by Prothoma of the Bay Area. This program explores the remarkable musical parallels between the compositions of S.D. Burman and R.D. Burman, father and son legends of Indian film music.
Featuring: Kaushiki Chakraborty and Shantanu Moitra Paankh is a transcendent musical collaboration between Kaushiki Chakraborty, the distinguished Grammy-nominated Hindustani classical vocalist, and Shantanu Moitra, the celebrated National Award-winning film composer. More than a concert, Paankh is a narrative of lived experiences expressed through melody, poetry, and emotion -- where Kaushiki's deeply ingrained classical sensibilities meet Shantanu's modern, cinematic, and narrative-driven musical vision. The result is a one-of-a-kind evening that bridges the purity of Indian classical tradition with the storytelling power of contemporary composition.
A sitar performance by Indro Roy-Chowdhury, contributing to the rich tapestry of Bengali musical traditions showcased at NABC 2026.
Featuring: Chandrima Roy & Chandrika Bhattacharya A vocal performance exploring classical thumri and ghazals inspired by legendary Indian Courtesans, elegantly performed by Chandrima Roy and Chandrika Bhattacharya.
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Jonokonthe Nazrul (UNIVOICE NAZRUL) presents “ Gahi Samyer Gaan” - “We sing ‘’Equality” – a medley of Nazrul poems, songs and writings on Equality. This program has been created through the guidance of Anindita Kazi, the granddaughter of Nazrul, and includes chorus renderings of local artists from various States in USA to present at the Bongo Sammelon (Bengali Conference) under the Jonokonthe Nazrul banner.
A glamorous runway showcase celebrating Bengali fashion -- from traditional handloom sarees and dhakai jamdani to contemporary Indo-Western fusion designs by emerging and established designers.
A spirited performance by next generation artists featuring Resonance Band presenting "Tomare Selam" -- a musical salute celebrating Bengali heritage through contemporary band arrangements of classic and original Bengali songs. Directed by Satyajit Bhattacharya.
A theatrical tribute to legendary Bengali actress Aparna Sen, presented by Scientifically Theatrical. "Abar Basanta" (The Turn of Spring) is a dramatic celebration of Sen's iconic contributions to Bengali cinema and culture.
Sitar recital on the Book Fair Moncho stage
Featuring: Pt. Tanmoy Bose (Mahaguru) The grand finale of the NABC Idol singing competition, with Pandit Tanmoy Bose serving as Mahaguru (chief judge). Talented contestants from across North America compete for the title in this electrifying showcase of vocal talent.
A dance drama based on Rabindranath Tagore's "Pujarini" and "Natir Puja," presented by the Buffalo Kali Puja Somiti. These two Tagore masterworks explore themes of devotion, sacrifice, and the transformative power of art through expressive dance and music.
A Rabindra Sangeet recital by Srabana Bhattacharya, presenting soulful renditions of Tagore's songs that evoke the monsoon, love, and the Bengali countryside. Her rich vocal quality brings fresh life to timeless compositions.
Recitation Symphony: In This Time of Global War, a living manuscript of crisis and possibility told through poetry, drama, music, tempo, and united voices.
A vibrant folk-fusion musical extravaganza titled "Folks of India -- The Roots," featuring artists Aneek Dhar, Trijoy Dey, Chandrika Bhattacharya, Mayuri Saha, Trisha Chatterjee, Joysankar, Manasi Ghosh, and Subhadeep Das. This high-energy show traces Indian music back to its folk origins with contemporary arrangements.
A specially curated oratorio celebrating the life, legacy and unmatched brilliance of Uttam Kumar - the eternal superstar of Bengali cinema.
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The grand closing ceremony of NABC 2026, featuring farewell addresses, cultural highlights, the ceremonial handover to the next NABC host city, and a final celebratory performance bringing the conference to a memorable close. Choreographed and directed by acclaimed artist Sunrita Kainth, music by maestro Bickram Ghosh.
A stirring recitation performance by Anindita Kazi. This program celebrates the revolutionary poems of Kazi Nazrul Islam through powerful words and emotions.
A Tagore recital titled "Moods of Tagore" by Shirin Soraiya, presenting a carefully curated selection of Rabindra Sangeet exploring the many emotional landscapes of Tagore's musical universe -- from joy and longing to devotion and wonder.
A Hindi musical showcase titled "The Journey -- Indian Idol," featuring vocalists Manasi Ghosh, Mayuri Saha, and Subhadeep Das performing beloved Bollywood and Indipop songs in the spirit of the iconic television series.
A musical program titled "Sur Sangam -- Saregamae" featuring Trijoy Dey, Aneek Dhar, Chandrika Bhattacharya, and Trisha Chatterjee. This concert celebrates the heritage of Bengali and Hindi musical traditions through collaborative vocal performances by stars of the reality show - Sa Re Ga Ma Pa!
Featuring: Vishal Dadlani and Shekhar Ravjiani with full live band The marquee concert of NABC 2026 -- "The Superhit Tour" brings Bollywood's iconic composer-duo Vishal-Shekhar to the stage with a full live band for an electrifying three-hour concert. Known for chart-topping hits from blockbusters like "Om Shanti Om," "Chennai Express," "War," "Sultan," and "Fighter," Vishal Dadlani and Shekhar Ravjiani deliver a high-energy spectacle of Bollywood anthems, audience sing-alongs, a spectacular production that promises to be the definitive finale of NABC 2026.
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