Nemesis

About the Play

In Greek mythology, Nemesis is the Goddess of Retribution, the one who humbles excessive pride or hubris and preserves the cosmic balance. In Nurul Momen’s play ‘Nemesis’, we witness a similar, ruthless downfall of an unmerited ascent. This rise may occur through choice, by compulsion, or through the intricate entanglements of relationships. However, its core premise remains: there is no escape from the grip of Nature when one’s undeserved elevation is built upon the crushing of others.

About the Playwright

Nurul Momen (25 November 1908 – 16 February 1990) was a Bangladeshi professor, educationist, playwright, director, satirist, translator, poet, essayist and pioneering media personality. He was the Dean and Professor of the Faculty of Law of Dhaka University.

His famous play ‘Nemesis’ is considered the first complete one-act play in Bengali literature. This play deeply highlights the moral crisis and conflict of conscience in human life, which started a new trend in Bengali drama. Nurul Momen was a pioneer of Bengali radio drama. Many audio dramas were produced under his direction and writing, which popularized radio drama. He was also skilled in satirical writing, translation and essay literature. He was honored with the title of “Natyaguru” for his pioneering role in literature and drama.

Among his students were renowned playwrights like Munir Chowdhury and Selim Al Deen, whom he influenced. Nurul Momen is a beacon in the history of Bengali drama, whose contributions still inspire generation after generation.

On Stage

Mubidur Rahman Sujat

Off Stage

Playwright : Nurul Momen

Set, Music Design & Direction : Mubidur Rahman Sujat

Production Advisor & Light Design : Ashim Das

Projection Control : Sagirul Alam

Video and Music editing : Archi Anindita

Music Control : Sabiha Binte Jashim

Set Making : Abdul Malek

Costume Design : Aruna Dutta

Stage Manager : Sanjit Kumar Dey

Poster Design : Kamal Barua

Photograph : Morshed Himadri, Ritu Roy

FOH : Fameans