Intensive Ghazal Writing 2 Day Workshop

Ghazal, as a form of poetry, has been practiced since generations. It has traveled far; From the royal courts passing from the markets, streets, cinema, television and now on to our cellular phones. Facing many a hurdle & obstacles on the way, it has survived & evolved. A lot of times, we are even listening to one and not realising it's a strain of a melody or form from eons ago.

This Ghazal Writing workshop will start from the basics of the form, it's history and origin and will end with you getting a taste of writing one yourself. Even if you don't write or intend to, this will sure give you a sense of appreciating it more in it's true essence.

Contents of workshop:

DAY 1 (24th July, 2021, Timing 4-8 PM) - THEORY

* History & Origins

* Introduction to Basic Elements of Gazal

* Types of Nazm

* Izafat

* Ziyafat

* Wazn-E-Haqiqi

* Wazn-E-Majazi

*Takteea

DAY 2 (25th July, 2021, Timing 2-6 PM) - Praticals

* Fundamentals of Meter (बेहेर)

* Actually Writing Gazal in Meter (बेहेर)

About Devroop Sharma: Wrote dialogue and also acted in the Marathi feature. He has written for many upcoming web series and films

Played many characters in multiple upcoming web series. An eminent name in Urdu theatre industry

The founder of the poetry community 'Irshaad'

A well-known Shayar and an internet sensation

His work has been appreciated by the likes of Urdu Sahitya Academy, Hindi Sahitya Academy and so on.

Important Guidelines

1.     This show is on Zoom. Please download the Zoom Web Meetings app and register.

2.     Make sure you’re in Good room with internet.

3.     Use earphone/headphone for better experience.

4.     Also get hold of strong internet connection to avoid any interruption or disturbance during the event.

5.     Sound check paramount before starting the session. Conduct a test event prior to the actual event.

6.     Once booked cannot be exchanged or refunded.

7.     Don’t blame, attack, or engage in put-downs, and ask questions only for the purpose of gaining clarity and understanding.

8.     Off-target discussions are limited.

9.     All members are expected to participate in all phases of the process

10. Everyone must be on time throughout the workshop.