Stepping onto the grand stage of the annual drama festival at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts felt like stepping into another world. The massive auditorium was filled with eager faces, but the moment the first beat of Noor-e-Azal echoed through the hall, all my nerves simply vanished.
I wasn’t just performing a dance; I was embodying the spirit of Sama, whirling gracefully to express inner peace and divine light. My white robes swayed like clouds as I spun under the bright stage lights, completely lost in the rhythm.
For a moment, I forgot the audience existed, until the entire hall fell silent, captivated by the spiritual energy we were creating together. That silence, followed by thunderous applause, made every hour of practice worthwhile and filled me with an unforgettable sense of achievement. I am grateful to my teacher for guiding us and making this event such a special and memorable experience.
Thank you!
Laiha Arsalan – 5 Blue