Rumaaniyat - Celebrating the Romance of Poetry

Main toh ghazal suna ke akela khada raha

Sab apne apne chahne valon mein Kho gaye

Having captivated discerning audiences in Dharamshala, Rehbar now brings the timeless grandeur of Urdu poetry to Singapore with Rumaaniyat. On 15th November, the city will be transformed into a sanctuary of lyricism and eloquence, where poetry and storytelling entwine to create an evening of rare cultural splendour. The setting — the elegant Stephen Riady Auditorium, NTUC Building — with its superb acoustics and refined ambience, offers the perfect canvas for this celebration.

Bade shauq se sun raha tha zamana,

Ham hi so gaye dastaan kehte kehte

The evening commences with Rudaad-e-Ghazal — An artfully curated journey of the Urdu ghazal across centuries — interwoven with rare anecdotes and immortal verses. From the grace of Mir, the brilliance of Ghalib, the romantic cadence of Dagh to the fire of Firaq and the lyrical defiance of Faraz. This will not only transport listeners to another era but also set the perfect stage for the Mushaira that follows.

Phir koi taaza sukhan dil mein jagah karta hai

Jab bhi lagta hai ki likhne ko bacha kuch bhi nahin

Following this the stage lights up with the Mushaira, where renowned poets will recite their verses in the cherished tradition of Urdu poetry. Expect a moving tapestry of ghazals, nazms and couplets, weaving themes of love, longing, philosophy, humour, wit and social reflection — which will resonate with everyone. The Mushaira is not just a recital; it is an interactive experience where the audience becomes part of the magic, responding with applause, encouragement and the timeless “Wah! Wah!”.

Come, surrender to the magic of words, and let Rumaaniyat take you on a soulful journey through the romance of poetry.

Ticket Pricing excludes Booking Fee. Booking Fee is as follows:

$6 booking fee per ticket for tickets above $50

$3 booking fee per ticket for tickets between $20.01 and $50

$1 booking fee per ticket for tickets priced up to $20

Terms of Ticket Sales

• Once sold, tickets are strictly non-refundable or exchangeable unless the Singapore government mandates the closure of events in Singapore. All information given is correct at the time of publishing, but is subject to change without prior notice. The Promoter reserves all rights to amend any terms and conditions without prior notice, and, in the event of any dispute, the Promoter’s decision is final.

Conditions of Entry

• Admission is subject to valid tickets produced at the entrance.
• Each ticket admits one person.
• Tickets purchased under Student Price are valid only with a valid Student ID. Please present your Student ID at the entrance. Failure to provide a valid ID may result in denial of entry or a top-up to the full ticket price.

General

• Mobile phones must be switched off or switched to silent mode in the theatre.
• Patrons are required to follow all house rules and regulations set out by the venue. The House Rules are displayed within the venue premises.
• No food and drinks are allowed in the venue.

Photography / Videography Recording Rules

• Only photography and videography without flash are allowed for this event.

Access

• For patrons who require wheelchair-accessible seats, please contact [email protected].

_{All information is correct at time of publishing but may be subject to change without prior notice.}

_{The Promoter reserves the right to amend the above without prior notice. In the event of any dispute, the Promoter’s decision is final.}