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A. K. D'Souza
Andre Antonio D'Souza (13 June 1925 – 25 May 1978), known professionally as A. K. D'Souza, was an Indian playwright, director, actor, composer, singer, and sailor known for his work in '' tiatr'' productions in the 1950s. Career During the 1950s, D'Souza directed '' tiatrs'', a form of Goan musical theater, and organized a series of performances in Bombay (now Mumbai) and London. Among his popular creations were ''Dilolo Jurament'' (The Given Promise) and ''Hanv To Tarvotti'' (It's me, the Seaman). His rehearsals for the ''tiatrs'' in Bombay were conducted at his residence. D'Souza shared a close affiliation with Minguel Rod, a Goan singer and composer, as well as the trio of ''tiatr'' performers called Kid Young Rod, which was formed in 1947 and consisted of Kid Boxer, Young Menezes, and Minguel Rod. Described by the Tiatr Academy of Goa as a distinguished individual with a fine personality, D'Souza was known as a gentleman who maintained a polished appearance. Wilson Ma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tiatr Academy Of Goa
The Tiatr Academy of Goa is a government body established by the Government of Goa in 2009 during the tenure of Digambar Kamat as the Chief Minister of Goa. The Academy was inaugurated on 16 January 2009 in Margao at the hands of the tiatr artist ''Master'' Jose Francisco Vaz The Academy's aim is to foster and develop Tiatr and its dances, music, songs and literature; especially the Konkani Literature in Roman script as well as through them the cultural unity of Goa as well as India. History The tiatr has a rich history of 125 years and is an important form of theatre in the Konkani language. The first tiatr was performed in 1892 in Bombay. There had been a demand from lovers of tiatr and the artists that the Government of Goa take steps to protect and promote the theatre form. During the tenure of Digambar Kamat as the Chief Minister of Goa, a committee was established under Chief Minister Kamat's chairmanship for the purpose of drafting a constitution for t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Trio (music)
In music, a trio (from the Italian language, Italian) is any of the following: * a composition for three performers or three Part (music), musical parts * in larger works, the middle section of a ternary form (so named because of the 17th-century practice of scoring the contrasting second or middle dance appearing between two statements of a principal dance for three instruments) * an ensemble of three instruments or voices performing trio compositions. Composition A trio is a composition for three performers or musical parts. Works include Baroque trio sonatas, choral works for three parts, and works for three instruments such as string trios. In the 17th and early 18th century, musical genre trio sonata two melodic instruments are accompanied by a basso continuo, making three Part (music), parts in all. Because the basso continuo is usually played by two instruments (typically a cello or bass viol and a keyboard instrument such as the harpsichord), performances of trio sonata ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eddison Fernandes
Eddisson Rosario Fernandes (born Eddison Rosario Fernandes; 14 June 1983 – 17 October 2009), also known mononymously as Edison, was an Indian comedian, actor, singer, composer, writer, businessman, and former keyboardist known for his work in Konkani films and '' tiatr'' (theatre) productions. Early life Fernandes was born as Eddison Rosario Fernandes on 14 June 1983, at Dr. A. V. Da Costa Memorial Clinic in the suburb of Fatorda, located in the state of Goa, India. His parents were Martin and Josefa Mariquinha Alberta Fernandes. Upon the conclusion of his academic pursuits, Fernandes initiated the establishment of a service entity named Master Engineering in the census town of Varca. The company offered a variety of services including air-conditioning supply and maintenance, electrical services, and technical assistance. They catered to a diverse clientele, serving both the public and high-end hotels in the area. In addition to his business endeavors, Fernandes undertook a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anthony Gonsalves
Anthony Prabhu Gonsalves (12 June 1927 – 18 January 2012) was an Indian musical composer, music arranger and teacher born in the village of Majorda (near Margao in Portuguese Goa), His father, Jose Antonio Gonsalves, was a choirmaster at Majorda’s ''Mãe de Deus'' church. Musically precocious, Anthony quickly absorbed his father’s lessons and then, barely into his teens, went to Bombay to join his fellow Goan musician. During the mid-1950s, attempted to merge the symphonies of his Goan heritage with the Hindustani melodies and rhythms in films of the day. Later, he was popularised as a lead character in the 1977 hit, '' Amar Akbar Anthony'', played by Amitabh Bachchan, was named after him, especially with the song, " My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves". Career He found his first job in the city as a violinist in the group of the composer Naushad in 1943. He taught Pyarelal Sharma of Laxmikant–Pyarelal team and has worked with most of the legendary composers of the 195 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Reginald Fernandes
Reginaldo "Reginald" Fernandes (14 June 1914 – 13 November 1994) was an Indian writer, musician and cultural figure from the world of Goan and Konkani music. He was known for having written a vast number of Konkani ''romans'' novels, over a hundred in number. He has been called the "King of Konkani Fiction". Large body of work There is some disagreement on how many novels and novellas Fernandes actually wrote, the number ranging from more than a hundred to 190. During his 101st birth centenary celebrations in June 2015, it was noted that Reginald Fernandes had written some 190 Konkani novels, besides being an accomplished musician, lyricist and playwright. Career Reginald Fernandes had a sway of many decades in the world of the Konkani ''romans'', and his productive period spanned over six decades. His first novel was published in 1932, and the last one, called ''Perdida'', made it to the stands in 1994. His first novel was ''Lindorf''. He sold up to 5000 copies of his ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chandor
Chandor is a village in Salcete sub-district of South Goa, in the Indian state of Goa. It lies on the southern bank of the Zuari River and western bank of the Kushavati River. History The ancient city of Chandrapura, where Chandor now stands, served as a capital from the Bhoja period to that of the Kadambas. The name comes from ''Chandreshwar,'' meaning Lord of the Moon, after the Hindu god Shiva who wears a crescent in his hair. Chander also boasts of a fort and a temple within its citadel. Located from the inland of Margao, it has both ancient and modern aspects to its history. Chandor also boasts of ancient inscriptions of Bhoja kings dating back to the 3rd or 4th Century CE. It is thought that by the 3rd century, the Bhojas had ruled over Goa as well as Shashti, Antruz, Bardez, North Kanara district, part of Belgaum district and some other areas around Goa with their main power base being Chandrapur (current Chandor). The earliest piece of evidence being the Siroda plate ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Assonora
Assonora is a village located in the Bardez taluka of Goa, India. It is located in North Goa, away from Mapusa and away from Panaji Panaji (; also known as Panjim) is the capital of the Indian state of Goa and the headquarters of North Goa district. Previously, it was the territorial capital of the former Portuguese India. It lies on the banks of the Mandovi river estuary .... The church of Assonora is St Clara's. Education institution The Educational Institution at Assonora, Goa St. Clare's High School, run by The Poor Sisters of Our Lady (PSOL), based at Infant Jesus of Prague Convent, Auchit Waddo, Assonora, Goa. See also * St Clara's Church (Assonora) References Villages in North Goa district {{Goa-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bollywood
Hindi cinema, popularly known as Bollywood and formerly as Bombay cinema, refers to the film industry based in Mumbai, engaged in production of motion pictures in Hindi language. The popular term Bollywood, is a portmanteau of "Bombay" (former name of Mumbai) and " Hollywood". The industry is a part of the larger Indian cinema, which also includes South Cinema and other smaller film industries. In 2017, Indian cinema produced 1,986 feature films, of which the largest number, 364 have been from Hindi. , Hindi cinema represented 43 percent of Indian net box-office revenue; Tamil and Telugu cinema represented 36 percent, and the remaining regional cinema constituted 21 percent. Hindi cinema has overtaken the U.S. film industry to become the largest centre for film production in the world. In 2001 ticket sales, Indian cinema (including Hindi films) reportedly sold an estimated 3.6 billion tickets worldwide, compared to Hollywood's 2.6 billion tickets sold. Earlier Hindi film ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tiatrist
is a type of musical theatre popular in the state of Goa on the west coast of India as well as in Mumbai and with expatriate communities in the Middle East, United Kingdom and other cities where Konkani speakers have a considerable presence. The dramas are performed mainly in the Roman Konkani dialects and include music, dancing and singing. performers are called ''tiatrists''. Etymology The word comes from the Portuguese word for theatre, . Earlier variations of the word were and . Description today revolves around social, religious and political themes. It is considered to be a mirror of Goan culture. The drama consists of six or seven acts called . The acts are interspersed by songs which need not be directly linked to the content or the issues of the main drama. There are two or three songs between each of the acts. ''Tiatrists'' have always demonstrated a very high degree of social awareness. Most of the themes of are concerned with social problems confronting the pe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Southampton
Southampton () is a port city in the ceremonial county of Hampshire in southern England. It is located approximately south-west of London and west of Portsmouth. The city forms part of the South Hampshire built-up area, which also covers Portsmouth and the towns of Havant, Waterlooville, Eastleigh, Fareham and Gosport. A major port, and close to the New Forest, it lies at the northernmost point of Southampton Water, at the confluence of the River Test and Itchen, with the River Hamble joining to the south. Southampton is classified as a Medium-Port City . Southampton was the departure point for the and home to 500 of the people who perished on board. The Spitfire was built in the city and Southampton has a strong association with the ''Mayflower'', being the departure point before the vessel was forced to return to Plymouth. In the past century, the city was one of Europe's main ports for ocean liners and more recently, Southampton is known as the home port of some of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sailor
A sailor, seaman, mariner, or seafarer is a person who works aboard a watercraft as part of its crew, and may work in any one of a number of different fields that are related to the operation and maintenance of a ship. The profession of the sailor is old, and the term ''sailor'' has its etymological roots in a time when sailing ships were the main mode of transport at sea, but it now refers to the personnel of all watercraft regardless of the mode of transport, and encompasses people who operate ships professionally, be it for a military navy or civilian merchant navy, as a sport or recreationally. In a navy, there may be further distinctions: ''sailor'' may refer to any member of the navy even if they are based on land; while ''seaman'' may refer to a specific enlisted rank. Professional mariners Seafarers hold a variety of professions and ranks, each of which carries unique responsibilities which are integral to the successful operation of an ocean-going vessel. A ship's c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tiatr
is a type of musical theatre popular in the state of Goa on the west coast of India as well as in Mumbai and with expatriate communities in the Middle East, United Kingdom and other cities where Konkani speakers have a considerable presence. The dramas are performed mainly in the Roman Konkani dialects and include music, dancing and singing. performers are called ''tiatrists''. Etymology The word comes from the Portuguese word for theatre, . Earlier variations of the word were and . Description today revolves around social, religious and political themes. It is considered to be a mirror of Goan culture. The drama consists of six or seven acts called . The acts are interspersed by songs which need not be directly linked to the content or the issues of the main drama. There are two or three songs between each of the acts. ''Tiatrists'' have always demonstrated a very high degree of social awareness. Most of the themes of are concerned with social problems confronting the pe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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