Jul 02

Ram Mohammad Singh Azad: The Spirit of Freedom

A historical revolutionary drama presented in association with
IMMIGRANT WORKERS CENTER
ARTS IN THE MARGINS
CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS
COMITÉ D’ACTION DE PARC EXTENSION
SOUTH ASIAN DIASPORA ACTION COLLECTIVE
BUREAU D’ INFORMATION DE PARC EXTENSION

Experience a powerful theatrical journey into the heart of anti-colonial resistance in British-ruled India.
“Ram Mohammad Singh Azad: The Spirit of Freedom” tells the story of Udham Singh (1899–1940), the fearless revolutionary who survived the tragic Jallianwala Bagh massacre, where British troops killed over 1500 peaceful protesters. Twenty-one years later, Singh took justice into his own hands by assassinating Michael O’Dwyer, the colonial official responsible.

On trial, Udham Singh defiantly declared his name as “Ram Mohammad Singh Azad,” symbolizing unity among India’s major religions and his unwavering dream of liberation.

Written by the late Sardar Charan Singh Sindhra, this historical drama combines gripping storytelling with vibrant Bhangra and folk music, bringing to life Singh’s journey from Punjab to revolutionary circles in London.

Genre: Historical revolutionary drama with musical interludes

Duration: 75 minutes Subtitles available in French and English
Performed by: Local artists and community members passionate about justice and freedom

Discover the courage, sacrifice, and vision of a man who lived—and died—for his people’s freedom.

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