Lahore 25 April 2022
Glowing tributes were paid on Monday to theatre icon Madeeha Gauhar on her 4th death anniversary. The event was organised by Ajoka Theatre and attended by Ajoka members, Madeeha’s family and friends Madeeha .

Those who spoke in the occasion included Asim Bukhari, Professor Shaista Siraj ud din, writer Neelam Ahmad Bashir, Ajoka Chair Zara Salman, Chinese theatre Scholar Yu Hao Hara, Madeeha’s son and head of Ajoka Institute Nirvaan Nadeem, actor Usman Zia and Ajoka General Secretary Sohail Warraich. Young Ajoka members who spoke included Aisha Khan, Usra Irfan and Umar Bhatti.

The speakers lauded Madeeha’s contribution to the growth of meaningful theatre and peace in the face of hostile governments and intolerant sections of society. A documentary on Madeeha’s career as a director and actor was also screened.
Musical tributes were paid by Nadeem Abbas, Usman Raj and Kanwal Christopher. Dancer Luke Kelvin presented a beautifully choreographed dance tribute.