Khwateen Nama خواتین نامہ

Name: Khwateen Nama خواتین نامہ
Start: 2026-10-03T19:00:00+1000
End: 2026-10-03T20:15:00+1000
Location: Parramatta Town Hall

Sat, 3 Oct, 7pm - 8:15pm AEST

Parramatta Town Hall

Parramatta NSW, Australia

Nautanki Theatre Company

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Nautanki Theatre, in partnership with Urdu International Australia, proudly announces the launch of Khwateen Nama, an all-women Mushaira (Urdu poetry symposium). Debuting as a flagship event of the 11th annual Parra-Mela, this landmark initiative aims to establish a permanent annual platform celebrating female literary voices in the geographic and cultural heart of Parramatta. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Greater Western Sydney's premier South Asian arts festival, the inaugural edition of Khwateen Nama brings together seven exceptional contemporary Urdu poetesses and literary figures from NSW. The distinguished line-up for this historic maiden event includes:

Sadaraat (Presiding Poet): The highly respected Farhat Iqbal, guiding the evening's poetic journey.
Featured Poetesses: Dr Yasmin Shad, Dr Yasmin Zaidi, Tehmina Rao, Naila Huma, Huma Mirza and Saba Khan.
Emcee: Celebrated literary presenter Huma Mirza.
Special Guest: Legendary veteran actor, cultural icon, and champion of the arts, Uzma Gillani.

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Nautanki Theatre is a leading Independent Theatre Company based in Parramatta. We create contemporary works infused with South Asian content and aesthetics, contributing to an inclusive “national theatre of Australia” that reflects the diverse fabric of diasporic influences. Nautanki caters to all-embracing audiences and creatives across generations, activating grassroots engagement, initiating professional development, and presenting new work. Founded in 2012, Nautanki has spent the past decade shaping Western Sydney's cultural landscape through innovative, bold work that is relatable and entertaining.

In the last 12 years, Nautanki Company has successfully presented 10 live theatre performances and kick-started the annual Parra-Mela (South Asian Cultural Festival) in 2016. Nautanki’s project involved more than 300 actors, performers, crew, and support staff. Our events were attended by more than 10,000 audience members. We reach out to more than 25,000 people based in Western Sydney every year through our various programs.

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