NAPA - National Academy of Performing Arts

03/09/2026

NAPA presents BARGAD

The Das family navigates love, loss and the meaning of home after a rare celebration in their house, a house that has mostly been devoid of joy. As an important event approaches, the family investigates their relationships and the new meaning they might come to hold.

A play inspired by true events.

Director: Ali Junejo
Writer: Yogeshwar Karera.
Cast: Hajan Khan, Junaid Sidhu, Zain Chohan, Nadir Hussain, Raana Arjumand, Saim Ahmed, Sana Toaha, Shayal Uddin, Shazia Shahanshah, Waseem Abbas, Yogeshwar Karera, Damyanti Gosai

Dates: 12th – 15th September 2026
Time: 8:00 PM
Venue: Zia Mohyeddin Theatre, NAPA, Karachi

TRIGGER WARNING: Themes of death, grief and emotional distress. Viewer discretion advised.
Age Rating: 16+

General Ticket: Rs. 1500/-
NAPA Alumni Ticket: Rs. 1000/-
Student Ticket: Rs. 1000/-
Valid Student ID Card required. Student tickets are available exclusively at the NAPA campus.

Ticket link:
Townevent: https://townevent.pk/e/476/bargad-theatre-play
Ticketwala: https://ticketwala.pk/event/bargad-theatre-play-7325

For further details call: 03154560220

NAPA presents BARGAD The Das family navigates love, loss and the meaning of home after a rare celebration in their...

01/09/2026

Meet Our Theatre Arts Department Faculty

25/08/2026

Admissions Open for 2026

Turn your passion for music into a professional journey with NAPA's 3-Year Performance Intensive Diploma Programme.

Courses:
* Vocals
* Tabla
* Flute
* Sarangi
* Sitar
* Piano
* Guitar

Eligibility: Ages 12+ and Adults

Application Deadline Extended: Thursday, 10th September 2026

Application forms are available online and at the NAPA
Coordinator Office during working hours (11am - 6pm).

For more information:
www.napa.org.pk
[email protected]
0371-0188422

National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA)
M.R. Kiyani Road, Civil Lines, Karachi

25/08/2026

NAPA's Theatre Arts 3-Year Diploma Programme is now open for admissions a conservatoire-style training ground for those who want to turn passion into craft.

Over the course of 3 years (9 trimesters), students receive rigorous academic instruction alongside intensive practical training, preparing them for a professional career in theatre.

Eligibility

18+ Years
FA / FSc / A-Levels (or equivalent)
Proficiency in Urdu & Basic English

Selection Process

Round 1: Monologues
Round 2: Interviews & Studio Session
Only candidates who qualify Round 1 will be invited to Round 2.

Registration Deadline Extended
Thursday, 10th September 2026 | 3:00 PM

Session Begins
September 2026

Application Forms Available

Online: www.napa.org.pk
NAPA Coordinator Office (Monday–Friday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

For Queries
Phone: 0371-1054212
Email: [email protected]
Address: M.R. Kiyani Road, Civil Lines, Karachi

19/08/2026

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Rang-e-Watan, A Musical Celebration of Freedom, Honouring Pakistan’s Cultural Diversity. The event was graced by Mr. Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, Federal Minister for Culture, along with NAPA’s Chairman Syed Jawaid Iqbal and Board of Directors.

14/08/2026

Celebrating 79 Years of Independence
Rang-e-Watan, A Musical Celebration of Freedom, Honouring Pakistan’s Cultural Diversity. The event was graced by Mr. Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, Federal Minister for Culture, along with NAPA’s Chairman Syed Jawaid Iqbal and Board of Directors.

14/08/2026

Happy Independence Day
Celebrating 79 years of independence

05/08/2026

NAPA's Theatre Arts 3-Year Diploma Programme is now open for admissions a conservatoire-style training ground for those who want to turn passion into craft.

Over the course of 3 years (9 trimesters), students receive rigorous academic instruction alongside intensive practical training, preparing them for a professional career in theatre.

Eligibility

18+ Years
FA / FSc / A-Levels (or equivalent)
Proficiency in Urdu & Basic English

Selection Process

Round 1: Monologues
Round 2: Interviews & Studio Session
Only candidates who qualify Round 1 will be invited to Round 2.

Registration Deadline
Wednesday, 26th August 2026 | 3:00 PM

Session Begins
September 2026

Application Forms Available

Online: www.napa.org.pk
NAPA Coordinator Office (Monday–Friday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

For Queries
Phone: 0371-1054212
Email: [email protected]
Address: M.R. Kiyani Road, Civil Lines, Karachi

05/08/2026

Admissions Open for 2026

Turn your passion for music into a professional journey with NAPA's 3-Year Performance Intensive Diploma Programme.

Courses:
* Vocals
* Tabla
* Flute
* Sarangi
* Sitar
* Piano
* Guitar

Eligibility: Ages 12+ and Adults
Application Deadline: 28th August 2026

Application forms are available online and at the NAPA Coordinator Office during working hours (11am - 6pm).

For more information:
www.napa.org.pk
[email protected]
0371-0188422

National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA)
M.R. Kiyani Road, Civil Lines, Karachi

The National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA) is Pakistan's leading performing arts organization.