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UZMA SABEEN

Uzma Sabeen is a Karachi-based theatre director, lighting designer, and educator currently associated with the Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi. She is known for her extensive work in stage productions, particularly comedies and children’s theatre, and for training emerging performers in acting and theatre practice.

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She has translated Sultana’s Dream by Rokeya Sakhawat Hossain and is currently working on The Magic Mountain by Thomas Mann.

She is developing upcoming theatre productions in collaboration with the Goethe-Institut and various schools.

She writes articles on theatre for magazines and publications

Ongoing international exposure through previously directed theatre performances in New York with American actors

Increased focus on children’s theatre with productions like Aladdin, Ali Baba Chalees Chor, and Sultan being restaged and appreciated

Expansion of digital presence through YouTube channel launched during the pandemic to promote theatre awareness

Continued contribution to theatre literature with published articles discussing modern theatre challenges, digital media impact, and industry growth

Ongoing work as a lighting designer, collaborating with renowned theatre directors on major stage productions

Participation in international theatre discussions and conferences, including continued engagement after the Baku International Theatre Conference

Active involvement in community development through theatre workshops, lectures, and student mentorship programs

Continued direction of socially driven theatre projects in collaboration with NGOs, focusing on awareness and education

Career Highlights

2009
Loanly In Love
Loanly In Love
She is the artistic director of the theatre group “Rung Munj”, which provides a platform for young actors, writers, and directors. Her first play under this banner, Lonely in Love, was directed by her and performed at PACC in December 2009.
2010
Fellowship USA
Fellowship USA
. In 2010, she received a fellowship from The Kennedy Center, Washington DC, funded by the US State Department under a cultural exchange programme.
2011
Oedipus
Oedipus
In 2011, she directed Oedipus Rex under the supervision of Zia Sahib and also designed its costumes and lighting
2012
Kafka
Kafka
In 2012, she directed KAFKA, an original play inspired by the life and work of Franz Kafka, which received critical appreciation.
2013
Ali baba Chalees Chor
Ali baba Chalees Chor
In 2013, she completed a short course in Lighting Design at the Stagecraft Institute of Las Vegas (SILV), a hands-on training programme. In the same year, she directed her first children’s play Ali Baba ChaleesChor, beginning her long-term work in children’s theatre.
2014
Scene from Sau Din Chor Kay
Scene from Sau Din Chor Kay
In 2014, she directed the farce Sua Din Chor Kay, which was well received by audiences.
2016
Fast Play Festival, New York
Fast Play Festival, New York
In 2016, she attended master classes in direction at The Barrow Group, New York, and later participated as a director in the Fast Play Festival
2019
Pooja
Pooja
In 2019, she travelled to Düsseldorf, Germany, under a Goethe-Institut cultural exchange programme. She also directed Pooja, the first dance drama at NAPA.
2020
Youtube Channel
Youtube Channel
In 2020, she launched a YouTube channel named “UzmaSabeen”, featuring children’s plays, poetry, stories, comedy sketches, and interviews with theatre practitioners.
2024
Photograph Exhibition
Photograph Exhibition
In 2024, she joined the Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi. Her photography was also featured in the theatre-themed exhibition Behind the Stage at Ahmed Pervez Art Gallery.
2025
Work With Schools
Work With Schools
She has conducted theatre classes at institutions including the Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture and Haque Academy, in addition to her work at the Arts Council.
2025
International Conferences
International Conferences
She has participated in international theatre conferences and conventions in Pakistan and abroad, including Baku (Azerbaijan) and Tbilisi (Georgia).
2026
Work for NGO's
Work for NGO's
She is actively involved in community theatre, using drama as an awareness tool for NGOs such as IRD (Interactive Research & Development), Care for Health, Dow Medical, Jinnah Nursing School, and MALC.

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Achievements

Best Theatre at Lux Awards 2012

Seal of Qualification 2016

Personal Life

Early Life

Full Name:UzmaSabeen
Birthplace: Faisalabad, Pakistan
Marital Status:Happily Single

Family Background:She grew up with a strong passion for education and creative arts, and she often credits her father and brother for supporting her academic and artistic journey.

Education

Certificate in Direction, The Barrow Group, New York (2016)

Certificate in Lighting Design & Programming, Stagecraft Institute of Las Vegas (2013)

International Cultural Visitor’s Programme, The Kennedy Center, USA (2010)

Diploma in Theatre Arts, National Academy of Performing Arts (2005–2007)

M.A. English Literature, University of Karachi (2002–2004)

B.Sc. Chemistry, Khatoon-e-Pakistan Degree College for Women (2000–2002)

Intermediate, Khatoon-e-Pakistan Degree College for Women

Lifestyle

Artistic & Creative Lifestyle

Uzma Sabeen lives a deeply creative life centered around theatre, storytelling, and visual expression. Her daily routine revolves around directing plays, designing stage lighting, and exploring new artistic ideas that bring performances to life.

Educational & Mentorship Lifestyle

Uzma Sabeen is passionate about teaching and mentoring aspiring actors, directors, and performers. Through her work at leading institutions and workshops, she focuses on developing skills, confidence, and creative thinking in students.

Cultural & International Engagement Lifestyle

Uzma Sabeen actively participates in international theatre programs, cultural exchanges, and global conferences. Her exposure to diverse artistic environments helps her bring innovative techniques and global perspectives to Pakistani theatre.

Community & Social Impact Lifestyle

Uzma Sabeen is committed to using theatre as a tool for social change. She collaborates with NGOs, schools, and community groups to create awareness through storytelling, especially working with children and special communities.

FAQ's

What part of your personality do you think shows up most strongly in your directing style?

I believe it is my love for humour. I enjoy good storytelling that makes people laugh and feel light. One of my biggest motivations for doing theatre is to see the audience leave with happy faces.

My favourite production is Kafka. Not only was it my first original play, but it also challenged me to experiment with multimedia on stage, which was quite rare at that time.

Through Rung Munj, we aim to provide a platform for young theatre artists, as it is often very difficult for newcomers to find opportunities and space within the existing theatre scene.

Children are the most honest audience one can have. Their responses are genuine and immediate they are not influenced or biased. If they enjoy something, they truly mean it, and if they don’t, they show it right away. That is why one has to be sincere, creative, and fully engaged when creating theatre for children.

In Karachi and in Pakistan as a whole the biggest challenges are the lack of proper auditoriums and limited financial support for artists. Most theatre practitioners come from middle- or lower-income backgrounds and cannot sustain themselves through theatre alone. There is a strong need for greater support from both the government and the private sector to help nurture our cultural landscape.

Uzma Sabeen Says:

“Theatre is a powerful medium for change. Use it to inspire, challenge, and transform the world around you. Become the magician of your stage, and through your art, you can help shape a better and more thoughtful world.”

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