Crowd roars with Mowgli, Bagheera, Sher Khan

KARACHI:

A month-long children's summer camp organised by the National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA) concluded over the weekend with a colourful ceremony marked by vibrant performances showcasing the creativity and talent of young participants.

The concluding event, held at NAPA's basement theatre, featured a theatrical adaptation of The Jungle Book, in which all 13 participants of the camp took part. The play was adapted by Faizan Chawla and directed by Safia Bhaleesha, and brought to life popular characters such as Mowgli, Bagheera, and Sher Khan, much to the delight of the audience.

The programme also included a musical segment, during which the children performed five melodic compositions under the guidance of NAPA's music instructor Julian Qaiser. Aehyam Tariq, a promising student of the academy, accompanied the young performers on piano and later gave a solo performance that was warmly received by the audience.

The auditorium was filled with the applause, laughter and cheer of families and friends who had gathered to support the children. Organisers said the aim of the summer camp was to foster self-confidence, communication skills and artistic expression in children through music, theatre and dance.

They added that such activities not only serve as a source of learning and entertainment but also play a crucial role in instilling positivity and nurturing the creative abilities of the younger generation.

The ceremony concluded with NAPA's Chief Operating Officer, Sameeta Ahmed, distributing certificates among the participants. She lauded the children's performances and appreciated the support extended by their families.

The summer camp was designed and coordinated by Imran Sherwani, and is part of NAPA's ongoing efforts to promote performing arts at the grassroots level. Organisers expressed hope that such initiatives would continue to inspire and cultivate future artists across the country.