'Jinnah: Triumph and Tragedy'

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Jinnah: Triumph and Tragedy is a historical play presented by Pakistan Association of Greater Houston in collaboration with Asia Society Texas on October 23-24 at 7 PM. The play commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 150th birth anniversary of Mohammad Ali Jinnah, founder of Pakistan. Framed by a modern inquiry from a University of Houston student, the play explores Jinnah's transformation from a London-trained barrister born in Karachi to the leading voice for Muslim political rights in British India and Pakistan's first Governor-General. The production examines his political achievements, unparalleled dedication to duty, and the personal costs of conviction. Written by Shahid Nadeem and directed by Umar Farooq, the ensemble cast includes Pakistani and Pakistani-American actors portraying Jinnah, Lord Mountbatten, Liaqat Ali Khan, Jawaharlal Nehru, M.K. Gandhi, and other historical figures. The event is supported by Aga's Restaurant and Catering and presented by Asia Society Texas with funding from multiple sponsors.