Z Space, Noorani Dance, and Litquake present:
The Forgotten Empress
by Farah Yasmeen Shaikh
March 5 & 6, 2020 at Z Space
The Forgotten Empress is dynamic-dance drama based on the history and life of Empress Noor Jahan exploring the influence she had in 17th century Mughal India, and how she maintained her delicate power in a male dominated empire only to be almost forgotten in the latter years of her life and in death.
An enthralling performance of South Asian classical dance, live music, multimedia, and theater, performed by acclaimed Kathak artist, Farah Yasmeen Shaikh, Playwright & Director, Matthew Spangler and original live score by Musical Director, Salar Nader along with the musical brilliance of Ben Kunin, Raaginder Singh Momi, Deepti Warrier and actress, Radhika Rao - the artists deliver the spectrum of emotions, relationships and occurrences surrounding this powerful woman.
Show Schedule
Thursday, March 5 at 7:30pm
Friday, March 6 at 7:30pm
Runtime: Pre Show Talk: 18-20 min
Performance: 2 acts, 2 hours plus a 15 minute intermission
Acclaimed historian of India and author of biography, Empress: The Astonishing Reign of Nur Jahan will give a pre show talk at 7:00 pm prior to both performances.
Join us in the lobby for Mina Bazaar and be transported to the courtly market of the Mughal period. A few of our vendors include: Rella Beauty, Ritual by Design, Noorani Dance - all women led businesses in honor of International Women's Day!
