Zan — The Spirit and the Soul
A RAQS Art Original Production
Zan is a cross-cultural artistic performance that brings Allama Iqbal and William Shakespeare into a poetic conversation on womanhood, identity, and the human spirit. Conceived, scripted, and narrated by Mamoona Shafique , the piece blends poetry, narration, and expressive movement to create a unique dialogue between East and West.
Presented in partnership with the Consulate of Pakistan Birmingham, the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, and the Sufi Trust, Zan celebrates shared heritage, timeless wisdom, and the creative strength of women.
Artistic Team
Mamoona Shafique — Concept, Script & Iqbal Narration
Nafeesa Hafeez — Shakespeare Narration
Ravneet Kaur — Dance Performance
Staged at the historic Shakespeare Birthplace Trust in Stratford-upon-Avon, the performance brought together poetry, philosophy, and movement under one creative canvas, highlighting how two great literary traditions reflect the soul of womanhood.
Zan — The Spirit and the Soul continues RAQS Art’s mission to connect communities through storytelling, heritage, and the performing arts.
