NCPA commemorated the 107th Birth Anniversary of its founder, Dr. Jamshed Jehangir Bhabha, with their 2021 Edition Of ‘The Jamshed Bhabha Memorial Lecture’. A special talk on ‘Art and Mankind’ was conducted on 21st August, 2021, by Padma Bhushan Awardee, Dr. Farokh E. Udwadia – Emeritus Professor Of Medicine and author. He eloquently elaborated on the speciality of art forms that hold a unique place in all human endeavours. The lecture included Dr. Udwadia’s narration on the beginnings of Dr. Jamshed Bhabha at the NCPA and his take on the evolution of Indian culture in the times to come. Dr. Udwadia’s love of art and literature has been a constant companion and guide in his distinguished career spanning six decades.
The National Centre for the Performing Arts is a culmination of the vision and conviction of the legendary philanthropist and patron of the arts, Dr. Jamshed Bhabha, who saw India’s need for an all-encompassing world-class performing arts centre when it was still a young independent nation. Every year, on 21st August, a distinguished speaker from diverse disciplines is invited to speak on art and culture and allied fields.
Explaining how art and human existence are inseparably linked, Dr. Udwadia said, “Art is the breath, smiles and tears of all mankind. When life climbed its evolutionary ladder to become human, art became part of what’s human. You cannot separate art from mankind. It is a great communicator and brings people, societies and countries together. Art and science are the two pillars which have marked the ascent of man from prehistory to present times. It is indeed the balance between art and science that will determine the future of civilisation.”
Khushroo Suntook, Chairman, NCPA, said, “Dr. Bhabha spoke most admiringly of his friend and doctor of choice Dr. Farokh Udwadia. They were in many ways kindred souls — two personalities with largely the same values and philosophy of life. Dr. Udwadia, who needs no introduction, is not only a distinguished physician but also a personality who embraces the city with his extraordinarily prominent contribution to it. His love of art and music must be mentioned, particularly music, which he makes a part of his life despite his extremely busy schedule.”
The lecture was streamed online and is available for viewing, worldwide.
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