Srinagar, Nov 12: Young Dramatists Society (YDS), Srinagar, organised a one-day seminar on “Theatre and Media Studies” at the New Auditorium, Amar Singh College, in collaboration with the Abdul Ahad Azad Chair, Cluster University Srinagar.

The seminar was supported by the J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages, Department of Information and Public Relations and Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC).
Vice-Chancellor, Cluster University Srinagar, Prof. (Dr.) Mohammad Mubin, attended as the chief guest, while Principal Amar Singh College, Prof. (Dr.) Tehmina Yousuf, was the guest of honour. Prof. Khurshid Ahmad attended as special guest, while Prof. Syed Wilayat Hussain Razvi and Dr. Shaista Ahmad, Coordinator, Abdul Ahad Azad Chair, were also present.
The seminar brought together theatre personalities, writers, scholars, media professionals and experts to deliberate on the evolving relationship between theatre and mass media, changing forms of theatrical expression and the role of media in promoting performing arts and cultural heritage.
A felicitation ceremony was also held to recognise the contributions of distinguished personalities towards the promotion and preservation of theatre.
Two theatrical performances formed a key part of the programme. YDS presented “Gaash Chhu Mumkin”, a play highlighting mental health awareness, while “Negative”, presented by Sheikh Mohammad Hanief and Dr. Sohan Lal Koul, offered another thought-provoking theatrical experience.
Both performances were appreciated by the audience and highlighted theatre's potential as a medium of social awareness and creative expression.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by YDS Secretary Altaf Hussain, who expressed gratitude to the dignitaries, supporting institutions, participants and audience.
YDS Vice-President Syed Javid Gilani and President Mushtaq Baqal also acknowledged the collective efforts behind the event.
The seminar provided a platform for intellectual exchange and reaffirmed YDS's commitment to promoting Kashmiri theatre and preserving the region's cultural heritage.