Dhroopad.org

Dhroopad.org DHROOPAD is a Bengali American cultural organization in the greater Washington DC Metro area. Contact us at: [email protected] or [email protected]

Beyond the black and white borders on maps and petty divides across our thoughts; across religions that fetter and across the poverty that cripples – let the undefeatable human spirit rise. Your song and mine, her tunes and his words- in ethereal harmony across cultures and languages, let one single voice resonate throughout the earth and the heavens. Like a phoenix from the ashes, like the return

of the prodigal son, let peace and unity descend on this earth and announce the rebirth of the one united indomitable spirit of humanity. Let us promise…let us break free…come join us…

DHROOPAD is a Bengali American cultural organization in the greater Washington DC Metro area formed in 2000 with an objective to promote the rich Bengali cultural heritage, and to foster arts and literature as a force that transcends social, cultural and religious barriers and instigates compassion for humanity. DHROOPAD is certified as a public charity organization under IRS 501 (c) (3).

Please join us on a February 22nd 2025 for observing the International Mothers Language day
02/02/2025

Please join us on a February 22nd 2025 for observing the International Mothers Language day

07/17/2024

The kickoff meeting for Dhroopad’s Bongomela 2025 took place on July 14, 2025, and saw the attendance of Dhroopad's longstanding members, including Shawkat Khan Dipu, Anutosh and Tinku Saha, Kamal Mostafa, Nancy Kamal, Md. Jamil, Chaman Jamil, Insha, and Enam. Representatives from various organizations that have collaborated with Dhroopad over the past 24 years were also present and pledged their support. Notable Notable among these were the Bangladesh Association of America (BAAI), Priobangls, Bangla School (BCCDI), BAITPO, BEST, Kahlar, FF, FF DMV, BAGGWDC, Ta Thoi, Ebong Theater-X, JUADC, Icchamoti, Surobitan, and Ekkathur Foundation. Eight executive members and directors from the new generation cultural group, Northern Virginia Bengali Association (NVBA), were present and showed their overwhelming support.
A broad-based committee will be formed soon to ensure the smooth progress of Bongomela 2025. The artist of the evening was Ankhi Haldar, a Tagore vocalist from Dhaka and disciple of Padmasree Rezwana Chowdhury Bannya. Debu Nayak’s excellent Tabla accompaniment was a feast for the ears. Ankhi captivated the audience with her gifted voice and Tagore renditions. The evening concluded with a sumptuous dinner.

04/13/2024

TaSLim HaSan and Debu Nayak live at Haymarket, VA

04/13/2024

TaSLim HaSan and Debu Nayak performing at Haymarket, Virginia

02/28/2024

I regret to inform all of you that the DECA 2024 event for March 3, 2024 is suspended due to unavailability of facilities.

I am extremely sorry for the disruptions of your plans.

Hiron Choudhury
Dhroopad.org

02/02/2024

Rezwana Choudhury Bannya is awarded the coveted ‘Paddosri’ award from India. Our heartiest congratulations . Bannya has been working with Dhroopad since the last two decades and has graced many of our programs.
Here is Bannya and Samiul Poluk in a Dhroopod.org production.

Dhroopad.org has performed a couple of times at the Kennedy Center . Here are some photos from the program on the man s...
01/17/2024

Dhroopad.org has performed a couple of times at the Kennedy Center . Here are some photos from the program on the man stage in 2007! Thanks Jharna Nasima Mahmood for this photo collection.

Ektara will be performing their epic ‘Hason Raja’ at the Kennedy Center l. Congratulations ! And best wishes to them . Please support Ektara by buying tickets to this show .

12/18/2023

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Wednesday 9pm - 12am
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Beyond the black and white borders on maps and petty divides across our thoughts; across religions that fetter and across the poverty that cripples – let the undefeatable human spirit rise. Your song and mine, her tunes and his words- in ethereal harmony across cultures and languages, let one single voice resonate throughout the earth and the heavens. Like a phoenix from the ashes, like the return of the prodigal son, let peace and unity descend on this earth and announce the rebirth of the one united indomitable spirit of humanity. Let us promise…let us break free…come join us… DHROOPAD is a Bengali American cultural organization in the greater Washington DC Metro area formed in 2000 with an objective to promote the rich Bengali cultural heritage, and to foster arts and literature as a force that transcends social, cultural and religious barriers and instigates compassion for humanity. DHROOPAD is certified as a public charity organization under IRS 501 (c) (3). Contact us at: [email protected] or [email protected]