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Robin Vaz
Robin Vaz (20 October 1932 – 16 November 2002) was an Indian playwright, actor, singer, and dancer known for his work in Konkani cinema, Konkani films, ''tiatr'' productions, and Goan music, Goan folk music. Career Vaz made his debut on stage in Pai Tiatrist, João Agostinho Fernandes's ''tiatr'' (a form of theater in Goa) titled ''Kunbi Jakki''. At the age of 11, Vaz seized an opportunity to act in a ''tiatr'' organized by his village peers, which showcased his early talent as a child artist. His performance left an impression on the audience, prompting many to recognize his potential as a ''tiatrist''. Vaz's burgeoning reputation earned him invitations to act in ''tiatrs'' produced by established ''tiatrists'' such as Jephsis Hitler, Kamat de Assolna, and Saluzinho D'Costa. His involvement with these accomplished theatre practitioners further honed his skills and expanded his exposure within the Konkani language, Konkani theater community. At the age of 15, Vaz took the bold ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cuncolim
Cuncolim is a town in South Goa district in the state of Goa, India. Etymology The name 'Cuncolim' is derived from the fact that the village was known as 'Kumkumahalli', the place where ''kumkuma '' (vermilion) is produced. Geography Cuncolim is located at . It has an average elevation of . History It is a former village, now with a municipal council of its own, in the south Goa sub-district (''taluka'') of Salcette, India. It is part of the AVC (Assolna-Velim-Cuncolim) network of villages. Historically, there are twelve ''Vangodds'' (clans) of ''Ganvkars'' (landlords) in the village. Their names, in order of precedence, are as follows: Mhal, Shetcar, Naik, Mangro, Shet, Tombddo, Porob, Sidakalo, Lokakalo, Bandekar, Rounom and Becklo. Cuncolim was the site of the Cuncolim revolt in 1583. Those killed on the Christian side included five Jesuits who were later beatified as the "Martyrs of Cuncolim". The village of Cuncolim was the original site of the famous temple of Shr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |