The prequel you've been waiting for
Once Upon a Time in Jerusalem

The Story of Jesus & Mary (A.S)

A live theatrical journey through the life of 'Isa, Maryam, Yahya, and the family of 'Imran as you've never experienced before, with original nasheeds, spoken-word poetry, and cinematic storytelling.

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Enter the holy city

A mother's du'a.A daughter's test.A birth that changed everything.

This is the story of the final prophet sent to Bani Isra'il: his family, his da'wah, his ascension, and the timeless message he conveyed.

Join us for a theatrical odyssey blending storytelling, nasheeds, and striking animation to bring the world of 'Isa (A.S) to you. Witness ancient Jerusalem and the lives of the incredible prophets who lived there.

Brick by brick· stone by stone· story by story

وَإِنَّ ٱللَّهَ رَبِّى وَرَبُّكُمْ فَٱعْبُدُوهُ ۚ هَـٰذَا صِرَٰطٌ مُّسْتَقِيمٌ

"And indeed, Allah is my Lord and your Lord, so worship Him. That is a straight path."

Surah Maryam · 19:36

Act I

The stage becomesa city.

Projection, poetry and light turn the theatre into ancient Jerusalem, and the audience into witnesses.

After the success of Makkah

We had to tour it twice.

Once Upon a Time in Makkah was a resounding success, so much so that we toured it twice. Now we're bringing you the highly anticipated prequel: nearly six centuries before Rasulullah ﷺ, to the prophet closest to him.

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"Both in this world and in the Hereafter, I am the nearest of all the people to Jesus, the son of Mary."

Sahih al-Bukhari

The untold story

The story Hollywood won't tell you.

We've all been sold a version of 'Isa (A.S) our entire lives, in movies, cartoons, postcards, and everywhere in between.

Now it's time to reconnect with the true message of 'Isa and the family of 'Imran.

Last time, we took you on an immersive adventure through the Seerah of Rasulullah ﷺ. Now, join us as we explore the story of the last messenger before him, in one unforgettable evening.

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I am the closest of people to Jesus, the son of Mary, in this life and in the Hereafter.

Prophet Muhammad ﷺ · Sahih Muslim

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Nasheeds, poetry & epic stories

If you loved the theatrical experience of Once Upon a Time in Makkah, you don't want to miss this. Brand-new original nasheeds, spectacular cinematic animation, and interactive storytelling, an event for the whole family.

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From the last tour

Ten thousand people. One dark room.

Scenes from Once Upon a Time in Makkah. Hover to pause, click any frame to open it.

A raised hand pointing toward the screen, children watching
A performer with arms open, surrounded by children on stage
A performer reaching upward under a single light
A lone performer beneath a vast projected dust cloud
A lone figure on stage beneath a projected palm grove
A storyteller among the audience, mic in hand
An ayah projected above a solitary performer
A nasheed artist mid-performance
A packed cinema of families watching the show
A speaker in profile against the dark stage
The full cast on stage in front of the screen
Act II

Not a lecture.An experience.

Children on stage. Poetry in the dark. A story the whole family carries home.

Featuring

A roster of talent

Four storytellers, one stage. Knowledge, poetry, humour, and voice, woven into a single evening.

Shaykh Ammar AlShukry
Imam · Poet01

Shaykh Ammar AlShukry

Combining his depth of knowledge in the seerah with his passion for spoken word.

Boonaa Mohammed
Filmmaker · Performer02

Boonaa Mohammed

A renowned voice in the North American community, bringing his unique brand of humour and storytelling.

Ilyas Mao
Nasheed Artist03

Ilyas Mao

An acclaimed nasheed artist highlighting the emotional beats of the seerah through his distinct voice.

Amin Davis
Actor · Artist04

Amin Davis

An accomplished actor and bright young artist, accompanying this roster with his original nasheeds.

The tour · 2026

Find your city

Once Upon a Time in Jerusalem is touring Canada this September. Find your city, then reserve your seats.

  • 17Sep

    London, ON

    Thursday, September 17 · Doors open 6PM

    Wolf Performance Hall, 251 Dundas St, London, ON N6A 6H9

    At full capacity

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  • 18Sep

    Montreal

    Friday, September 18 · Doors open 6:30PM

    Rialto Theatre, Montreal

    At 55% capacity

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  • 19Sep

    Ottawa

    Saturday, September 19 · Doors open 2:30PM

    Canadian Museum of History, Ottawa

    At Full capacity

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  • 20Sep

    Mississauga

    Sunday, September 20 · Doors open 12PM

    Mississauga Convention Centre, Mississauga

    At Full capacity

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The night approaches

The curtain rises in

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Thursday, September 17 · Wolf Performance Hall, London, ON. Reserve your place before the Canadian tour sells out.

One evening.
One unforgettable story.

Bi-idhnillah, we'll see you in Jerusalem.

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Touring Canada · September 2026 · families welcome

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