Dr Basabi Roy is widely known in the academic and performing arts circles as a connoisseur of sorts. Once heading the Department of Bengali in Jadavpur University, Basabi Roy has continued to explore her interest in theatre and Bengali literature through multiple publications on varied subjects. Her seminal work on Khirode Prasad Bidyabinod is a must-read for scholars working on 19th-century drama and theatre. Her other publications include books on Mohit Chattopadhyay and Manoj Mitra.

As the Vice President of NATYA SHODH SANSTHAN, she remains an important resource person to guide students and scholars visiting the Sansthan library. She has been the convenor of several seminars organised by Sansthan and plays a positive role in framing policies for NATYA SHODH SANSTHAN.