Experience South Asia’s celebrated poetic masterpiece—the story of Heer and her beloved Ranjha as they defy family, class, and fate. A lyrical journey of love so powerful it becomes an act of rebellion. 

Composed in the 18th century by Sufi poet Waris Shah, this modern adaptation honors Panjab’s rich oral storytelling tradition. Verses are sung in Panjabi, interwoven with English narration and carried by the live music of flute, mandolin, and tabla—weaving poetry, song, and story into a moving experience for both familiar and new audiences. 

A timeless love. A powerful resistance. A story that sings across centuries.

Vocalist: Ishmeet Narula
Flute: Tejasvi Chakravarthy⎜Mandolin: Harinder Singh⎜Tabla: Gurdeep Singh
Narrators: Sadia Azmat and Sonia Dhami
Curated by: Sonia Dhami

This performance was developed by non-profit Art & Tolerance and is supported by the Sikh Foundation and Headlands Center for the Arts.

Ticket Details
Doors open at 4:30PM with a 5PM performance start. The performance is free with RSVP and will be followed by a ticketed Sunday Supper at 6:30PM by Chef Damon Little.

Tickets are required for dinner. Maximum 4 per order. Interested in our Members Ticket price? Visit our Give page to join, or contact Kristina Graber to learn more at kgraber@headlands.org.

Dinner will take place in The Mess Hall, on the first floor of Building 944, and is accessible to people with mobility aids. Artist program may take place on upper floors accessible only by stairs.