Ten Years To Home

Next date: Thursday, 04 June 2026 | 07:30 PM to Saturday, 06 June 2026 | 09:00 PM

‘Ten Years To Home’ tells the true story of Rushikesh (Rushi) and Vasant Sheth, who migrated from Mumbai, India to Melbourne, Australia in 1959.

Initially planned as a four-year stay due to Rushi’s work transfer, the stay was extended multiple times, ultimately transforming into a new life for their family. The narrative unfolds through the lens of their daughter Sonal, who was born during their time in Australia, exploring the intertwined lives of three generations of the Sheth family against the backdrop of significant social and cultural shifts.

Central to the narrative are the experiences and perspectives of three generations of Sheth women: Sonal, Radhika, and Evangeline. This is a semi-autobiographical play written by Sonal Moore looking back on her growing up during the 1970s in a predominantly “White Australia” and its gradual dismantling.

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Playwright: Sonal Moore

Performers: Monica Kumar, Taufeeq Sheikh, Shabnam Tavakol, Benita Roy & Manjit Kaur

Creative team:
Wardrobe & Styling: Rajshri Roy
Production Assistant: Mantej Singh Monty
Theatre Design & Direction: Neel Banerjee
Lighting Design: Rajdeep Roy

About Nautanki Theatre

A visionary theatre company committed to the creative development of diverse (Culturally, Racially, and Linguistically) theatre to enrich the fabric of the “National Theatre of Australia,” Nautanki Theatre Company has had a vibrant journey starting in Parramatta in 2012. Over the past decade, the company has played a crucial role in shaping Western Sydney’s cultural landscape, offering new audience experiences through the production of powerful, culturally and socially relevant artworks of the highest quality. In partnership with Riverside Theatre in Parramatta, Nautanki has established a platform and a forefront for the voices of South Asian creatives. These stories affirm their migrant experiences and foster an appetite among a growing local audience from Western Sydney. In its creative pursuits, Nautanki generates employment for artists and tells bold stories on the Australian stage that involve the community.