Ajoka Institute brought the PILAC Auditorium to life with a vibrant showcase marking the successful completion of its Art of Acting and Art of Writing courses on friday evening. The event featured a compelling blend of live theatre and original script readings, highlighting the voices of Pakistan’s next generation of socially conscious storytellers.
The evening opened with a powerful revival of “Jhalli Kithay Jaway”, performed by emerging actors including Shahid Khan, Dawood Taslim Butt, Drakhshandae Badar, Kazim Riaz, Rehhman Jafar, John Raza, Ahmed Ali, Mehak Rasheed, Faiq, Fizza Tirmizi, Hussnain Ali Sher, and Aariyan Imran. The cast delivered a moving performance that explored identity, societal labeling, and personal resilience.
Audiences were then treated to dramatic readings of two original scripts: “Husband Ho To Aisa” by Tayyaba Ali, a humorous take on finding the perfect husband in the age of AI, and “Yeh Lehnga” by Warda Sherwani, a courtroom drama revolving around a disputed historic bridal dress. The readings were presented by Safdar, Hussnain, Zahra, Mahnoor, and Minahil, bringing the writers’ bold ideas to life.
Ajoka Institute Director Nirvaan Nadeem encouraged the yound talent ans said that these young artists are fearless and passionate. They’ve taken their first steps with creativity and conviction. Ajoka theatre’s executive Director Shahid Nadeem added: It’s heartening to see theatre being used as a tool for expression and social reflection by new aspiring talent.
At the end of the program, all participating actors and writers were awarded course completion certificates, celebrating their dedication and creative achievements. Presented in collaboration with the Punjab Institute of Language, Art and Culture (PILAC). Pilac’s director Dr Asim Chaudhry said the event underscored Ajoka’s enduring mission to empower young voices and promote meaningful theatre.
