Created by visionary artist Hamid Rahmanian, this stunning multimedia production uses shadow puppetry and projected animation to reimagine the Persian epic Shahnameh. At its heart is Manijeh, a fierce heroine navigating a world of mythical beasts who must use all her strengths and talents to rescue her beloved, Bijan, from a perilous predicament. Hamid Rahmanian’s Song of the North is an epic love story with a cast of 483 handmade puppets and a talented ensemble of actors and puppeteers, all coming together to create powerful theater for young minds ready to explore heroism, heritage, and imaginative storytelling.

Emily Batsford

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Upcoming events

21 - 29 Mar, 2026

Hamid Rahmanian’s Song of the North · Pasadena Playhouse

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21 - 29 Mar, 2026

Hamid Rahmanian’s Song of the North · Pasadena Playhouse

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