On International Women’s Day, Asian University for Women (AUW) witnessed an inspiring fusion of art and activism with the compelling performance art piece, “A Letter to Nature.”
On March 8 the program was organized by the Green Bangle Movement in collaboration with the AUW Art Club, Musical Theatre Society, Women Empowerment Project Club, and the Student Government, the show captivated audiences with its powerful call for Ecofeminism, climate action and environmental justice, said a press release.
The performance, directed and scripted by Ramisa Maliyat, presented a poignant narrative in which a child writes a heartfelt letter to her mother, Mother Nature, lamenting the destruction and imbalance caused by climate change. Through deeply symbolic storytelling, the students brought to life the urgent need for sustainability and environmental protection. “A Letter to Nature” isn’t just a play about climate change, but about a woman, known as The Nature’s Prophet, trying to feel the pulse of the forest in her veins by painting herself green . It’s about a group of activists, their voices raw with frustration as they argue about how to make a difference in a world determined to ignore them. It’s about the feeling of helplessness, and the stubborn spark of hope that refuses to die.
“A Letter to Nature” is an outpour of emotions, not a lecture, says the director. “We wanted to create a space where people could feel the weight of what’s happening to our planet, not just understand it intellectually. We wanted to show the human cost, the emotional toll, and the fragile beauty that’s still worth fighting for.”
The play unfolds through a series of intimate moments: a letter written to Mother Nature, who feels betrayed; fierce arguments among those struggling to make a difference; and the quiet despair of those who feel powerless. It is a story told through paint, movement, and raw, honest words.
Dr. Mosae, Project Leader of the Green Bangle Movement, reflected on the vital role women have always played in environmental conservation, a truth beautifully exemplified in the performance. He praised the students for their brilliance and thoughtfulness in creating a show that not only told a story but carried a profound message.
Similarly, Dean Mary shared her thoughts: “ A Letter to Nature” was definitely a call to action. The dedication of the students, the artistic brilliance, and the social relevance of the play remind us that education must also inspire change.”
The overwhelming response from the audience was the impact of the performance, highlighting the role of art in driving social and environmental change.
The event also featured an opening act by members of the Environmental Sciences program’s Climate Comedy event, Powered by Inside the Greenhouse, hosted by Iffat Mahjabin, Assistant Project Manager of Green Bangle Movement, adding a refreshing yet insightful perspective on the climate crisis.
Alongside Ramisa Maliyat, “A Letter to Nature” was made possible by dedicated organizers Shaika Mohammad Chowdhury, Samiha Zarin Ava, and Nazia Zarin Riti, along with choreographers Puja Das, Afra Nawar Rahman, and Arthana Pushpalingam, who creatively fused movement with activism.
The cast included Zahra Jafari as Nature’s Prophet, Shaika Mohammad Chowdhury as the narrator, and activists Novera Ahmed Nirbachita, Faria Taskia Tomory, and Arshee Nadi Rubai. The opposing protestors were portrayed by Adeeba Hossain, Ruchika Chaudhary, and Dhushanti Balakrishnan, while Puja Das, Afra Nawar Rahman, and Arthana Pushpalingam performed the Dance of Conflict & Harmony.
