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Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2002 18:12:39 +0000
From: "Wellington Dias" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: [Goanet] STARS OF THE KONKANNI STAGE : WILMIX SHARON - MAZARELLO.
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STARS OF THE KONKANNI STAGE : WILMIX SHARON - MAZARELLO.
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By Wellington Dias.
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The husband & wife team of Wilmix-Sharon do not need much introduction to
Konkani drama / tiatro goers, as both over the years with their talents have
made their presence felt on the Konkanni stage.
During their recent Kuwait visit (in April, 2002) to act in Rafael de
Majorda’s drama “Hanv Nokho Zalom”, had a pleasant talk with both of them on
27th April, 2002.
Profiling both their careers with Wilmix providing bulk of the info., WILMIX
WILSON MAZARELLO traced his roots to acting in Village concerts and then
acting in professional tiatros around 1970.
He mentioned about writing & directing about 11-tiatros so far, writing a
lot of one act plays for Radio & TV and also composing & singing more than
200-songs, to date.
Meanwhile, SHARON MELANCIA MAZARELLO, got going by crooning for an English
Band in Bombay at 16-years of age and acting professionally in tiatros
around 1980.
She mentioned about writing & directing 3-tiatros professionally, writing a
few one act plays in Konkani, composing & singing many Konkani songs and
publishing a book of 105-Konkani one act plays entitled ‘Jivit Ek Tiatr’ in
the devangri script.
Speaking about themselves, Wilmix mentioned of their together - producing
about 26-audio tapes of Konkani songs, travelling extensively in India
(Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Karnataka, Maharashtra, etc.) and acting in
hundreds of Konkanni tiatros.
Some of the leading Writers & Directors, whom both have acted for, include,
M. Boyer, C. Alvares, Prem Kumar, John Claro, Aristides Dias, Alfred Rose,
Remmie Colaco, Jacint Vaz, etc.
Some of Wilmix’s tiatros are “Tiatrist”, “Konknno”, “Durig”, “Sukti-Bhorti”,
“Sounsar ani Sorg”, “Mogachi Kanni”, “Viswas Ghatki”, “Chor-Pulis”,
“Devachem Utor Hem”, “ “Chorachea Horrdeant Dukh”.
While that of Sharon’s tiatros are "Cheddo”, "Cheddun" "Il’lxi Chuk”,
“Baulem”, “Fuddem Paulem”.
As both believed in giving a good moral through their tiatros, they
mentioned about promoting themes of Social awareness and protection of the
environment through this art form.
Wilmix mentioned about publishing 2-books of Konkani tiatros namely
“Sukti-Bhorti” and “Durig” in the devnagri script.
When questioned as to why his books were published in the devnagri script
instead of the Roman script, he stated that since devnagri script is the
officially recognized script he felt that this is the only way for his books
will reach out & be accepted and furthermore stated that the Roman script
reading people would rather prefer to watch the tiatros than read books on
them.
Besides the above 2-books, he's published a book in English entitled ‘100
Years of Konkani Tiatro’, giving history of the Konkani tiatro for the past
100 years.
Wilmix, speaking of his early years, had to say that at that time, one
really had to fight one’s way up (he gave the example of Prem Kumar) and to
be a tiatrist at that time he stated that the main criterion was one had to
be a Singer and only if one could sing then the senior established tiatrists
would be willing to help out.
But, he pointed out that on the whole most of the senior tiatrists were very
selfish and are responsible for the tiatro almost being extinct today.
Furthermore, he felt that in all respects the present scenario is much
better nowadays than in the past in terms of unity and cited the recent
instance of the Konkani stage artistes coming together to raise funds for
the ailing Rosario Rodrigues.
He further added that he sees a bleak future for the Konkani stage unless
some drastic changes were introduced & effected to the same,
as most of the dramatists took drama as a business and not as an art,
thereby, sacrificing quality of the same and had to say that up-liftment of
the stage is more important than monetary benefits.
With regards to non-stop drama & tiatro, he had to say that both are art
forms of the Konkani stage and according to him the stage should have first
priority instead of bickerings between these art forms & its artistes.
He mentioned about his acting in non-stop dramas and non-stop dramatists
acting in his tiatros, which according to him was an example of his not
differentiating between both these art forms.
He acknowledged the contribution of the non-stop dramatists and the positive
influences they have brought to the Konkanni stage.
With regards to stage lighting, he had to say that good lighting can work
wonders on-stage and not just the trend of flashy lighting methods being
followed presently in dramas.
Wilmix mentioned that innovations to stage settings and other things were
always welcome and could further help improve the stage on the whole.
He spoke about his organising the All India Seminar for Overall Development
of the Konkani Stage in Nov., 2001, wherein speakers from the theatre in
Bengal, Maharashtra, Nataks (Goa), Non-stop dramas, Konkani tiatro, hindi
films, etc., were invited and an open house discussion was held with a
number of resolutions being adopted.
One of the main things that all were in unanimuous agreement to the fact
that, the Konkani drama & stage needs a professional touch in terms of
direction.
When one of the hindi movie directors present at the symposium offered to
help in this regard, he was told of the exorbitant costs involved should a
professional director be hired and according to Wilmix, this director
voluntarily committed himself to do the first drama free of charge and
thereafter, charge a nominal amount for the following
drama(s) so that the stage's standard could improve.
On the above, he was quick to point out as to how many present day Konkani
drama directors' / writers' ego would permit them to accept another director
directing their dramas & dictating terms to them.
He also cited the notion that is presently being followed, that is, everyone
wanting to be all in one (Writer / Director).
With regards to the Goa Govt.'s non-support to the tiatro and Konkani
stage, he had to say that it was a big controversy.
Both Wilmix & Sharon spoke about their present venture, wherein, they run an
institute by the name of THEATRE ART & CULTURAL TRAINING INSTITUTE (GOA),
which offers classes in acting & other stage-craft for upcoming Konkani
artistes and according to them both, they derived immense pleasure in
imparting their knowledge of acting instead of acting.
Sharon & Wilmix who have 2-sons, when requested of Wilmix to shed some light
on their personal lives, he had to say that he prefers to keep his personal
life separate from the stage as incorrect information portrayed by the press
could tend to hurt people.
Other than acting, Wilmix, a BSc Graduate, mentioned of his working as a
medical representative and travelling to Afghanistan, Russia, East Africa,
Middle East and other Countries when working as the Export Manager of a
Pharmaceutical firm in Mumbai.
He mentioned of his being an Executive Member of the Goa Konkanni Academy.
Both of them presently reside at Fatorda, Goa.
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@ 2002 Wellington Dias
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P.S.: * For Jose Rod’s contribution to the Konkanni stage, the AVC Goan
Overseas Sports & Culture Association presented their Overseas
Award to Jose Rod by honouring him with the title of ‘PRIDE OF
THE KONKANNI STAGE’ & also presented him a Crystal Plaque
during the drama “Hanv Nokho Zalom”.
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Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2002 14:09:40 -0700 (PDT)
From: Eugene Correia <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: [Goanet] Re:New GoaNet2 / Goa World News Mailing List
A email to me says that the Cecil-Goanet issue has
been ended, and that's the good news.
I had said in my earlier posts that I have no problems
if other mailing lists or discussion groups pop up.
But I have one problem with Uly's new list. It's the
name that bothers me.
Now Uly, you could have chosen any other name for your
mailing lists instead of goanet2. For anyone not
familiar with goan mailing lists, this could cause
confusion. It definitely gives the impression that the
new list was created because of the fallout between
Uly, Cecil and their other friends and goanet admin
team.
As one issue is resolved, we now face another one. It
could be nice for Uly and others not to create more
friction.
Though I have mentioned Uly, Cecil and other friends,
I am not sure if Cecil and the others are with Uly or
Uly has acted only.
I believe Uly will continue to be member of goanet
since he hasn't yet indicated he is going to leave
goanet.
Uly must exercise better wisdom and change the name to
something else. Maybe he could invite suggestions for
a name.
If Uly continues with his new game, it would
definitely give credence to what Marlon has been
saying that there's conspiracy against goanet.
Would Uly take the moral high road?
Eugene Correia
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If you kill a quarter-of-a-million people,
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Date: Fri, 14 Jun 2002 09:55:48 +0530
From: "Joel D'Souza" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: [Goanet] 14 JUNE: GOACOM NEWS CLIPPINGS
GOACOM NEWS CLIPPINGS
14 June 2002
CM TO PRESENT BUDGET TODAY: Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar is likely to
present a tax-free Budget for the year 2002-2003 in the Goa Assembly today
evening. The Chief Minister will also seek a Vote of Account for the next
four months. (GT)
"POLITICAL STABILITY WILL BOOST DEVELOPMENT": The Governor, Mr Mohammed
Fazal, expressed confidence that the mandate for political stability given
by the people of the State would definitely be a forerunner for economic
stability and growth. Delivering his 20-minute-long ceremonial address to
the newly-constituted State legislative assembly, the Governor stressed the
need to maintain economic rationality if the development process was to be
sustained in the State. (NT)
PACHECO'S PLANS FOR TOURISM: Tourism Minister, Mr Francisco (Mickky)
Pacheco disclosed his intentions of approaching the High Court to seek a
further extension to the present 10 pm time limit for playing amplified
music in the State. In an exclusive interview to "The Navhind Times: he
informed that "there is a need to promote night life in Goa, as after
working hard six days a week, a person requires some kind of activity to
relax on weekends". (NT)
GROUND WATER CELL: With the Governor Mohd Fazal giving his assent to the
Ground Water Regulation Bill, 2002, protecting and regulation of ground
water resources in the State will be governed by Ground Water Cell, which
will be constituted by the government. (H)
CONTEST LIKELY FOR DEPUTY SPEAKER'S POST: While the BJP got its candidate
for speakership elected unopposed on June 12, there will be a contest for
the Deputy Speaker's post, election for which is slated for today
afternoon. The Congress has fielded Santa Cruz MLA Victoria Fernandes,
while Valpoi MLA Narahari Haldankar is the BJP candidate. (H)
PARRIKAR SEES "SOFT POLARISATION": In an interview published in the latest
issue of "Outlook" magazine, Chief Minister Parrikar said: "Catholics were
among those who voted for us. That means they have faith in us." In a
three-part article by Mani Joseph, "Outlook" also quotes Church
spokespersons as saying that "in Panjim (assembly constituency) over 3000
names, mostly belonging to Christians, went missing from the voters list". (H)
SCHOOL ADMISSION AGE: The Chief Minister, Mr Manohar Parrikar, has asked
the parents, whose wards are facing possible loss of their educational year
due to age limit condition, to draft their grievance in the form of a
memorandum and forward it to him. The issue will be taken up for discussion
during the Assembly session, he assured. (NT)
PROBE INTO PURCHASE OF LUXURY BUSES: The Public Undertakings Committee has
urged the State government to conduct a thorough inquiry into all the
decisions of the Board into the purchase of 15 High-Tech luxury KTC buses
(at a cost of Rs.2.10 crore) through a professional agency. (GT)
HEARING ON ASSEMBLY DISSOLUTION: The petition filed by MLAs Luizinho
Faleiro and Jitendra Deshprabhu challenging the dissolution of the 9th Goa
Legislative Assembly by Governor Mohd Fazal will come up for hearing before
a single bench of justice VC Daga on Thursday next week. (GT)
MANDREM ROAD WIDENING POSES DANGER: A number of residents of Mandrem have
complained that the road widening work that is being done in their area has
posed danger to their houses and paddy fields, and have asked the concerned
authorities to take necessary steps to avoid any loss to houses and fields
during this monsoon. (GT)
SHRIPAD ASSAULT CASE: The two brothers, Irfan and Ayas Aga, who allegedly
were involved in a scrimmage with former Union Minister Shripad Naik on
December 16, 2001, at Sao Pedro-Ribandar, have been charge-sheeted for
attempted murder. (H)
DHAVLIKAR FINDS DISCREPANCIES: PWD Minister Sudin Dhavlikar has come across
several discrepancies in his department, specially in allotment of work
orders and works being carried out by the contractors without "proper work
orders". He expressed utter disappointment at the quality of the work. (GT)
JOAQUIM ALEMAO NOT TO VACATE CUNCOLIM: Former Benaulim MLA, Churchill
Alemao, has ruled out the possibility of his brother, Joaquim Alemao,
quitting as MLA to pay way for him to contest from the Cuncolim
constituency. (H)
SLEEPLESS NIGHTS IN NAVELIM: Some of the villages in the Navelim
constituency had to spend the second consecutive sleepless night yesterday
due to the apathy of the electrical department personnel. (GT)
MEMO TO ARCHBISHOP: Vide a memorandum, an organisation called Goan
Organisation Against Communalisation of Politics and Society by Church
Authorities, with Velsao-based Freddy Dias as its convenor, has urged the
Archbishop to look into an alleged deviation by the clergy in some parishes
of the guidelines issued by Diocesan Centre for Social Action to the
faithful to elect honest persons in the just-concluded elections. (GT)
TO COURT OVER NOISE POLLUTION: The residents of Digas-Panchawadi, Ponda,
have gone to court complaining about the noise pollution being caused by
the loading and unloading operations of mineral ore in the vicinity.
Neonita D'Costa, Carmelina D'Costa and Piedade Mascar of Ponda, together
with the Goa Foundation have filed a petition in the Panjim bench of the
Bombay High Court. (H)
GARBAGE IN FRESH WATER RIVULET: A few years ago, a 17-km long fresh water
rivulet, which passed through three panchayats and a municipality, was a
vital source of water for agriculture, fishing and drinking. The rivulet,
which originates in Bondbag near Bethora and passes through Curti-Kandepar,
Ponda city and Kavalem before merging into Zuari river at Agapur, has now
been converted into a man-made garbage dump. (GT)
MYSTERY OBJECT AT ARAMBOL: The unidentified object recovered off the coast
of Arambol on Wednesday which created shock waves due to its semblance to a
missile, has been identified as a torpedo (spent) by the experts. (GT)
SENIOR FELLOWSHIP FOR PUNDALIK NAIK: Well-known Konkani writer and
playwright Pundalik Narayan Naik has been awarded a senior fellowship by
the Department of Tourism and Culture, Government of India, for a period of
two years. The fellowship is for the research of Konkani theatre after
Goa's independence and the period from February 2002 to February 2005.
Pundalik Naik will contact and collect the information for the project from
various dramatists and eminent stage personalities of the Goan stage as
well as of outside Goa. The project will also include Goan Marathi stage
and Konkani tiatr. (H)
UNIVERSITY RESULTS: The results of TY BA and TY BCom are available at
www.goatelecom.net
D E A T H S
13 June: Mombasa, Kenya: JOHN PIRES (BWANA), husband of late Ida, father of
Charlotte/PhilMcdowell, grandfather of Leslie-Ann and Brendan (UK).
Condolences to [EMAIL PROTECTED] (From Maureen D'Souza).
13 June: Candolim: BENEDITA ABEL BARETO, wife of late Santarita, mother
of late Exu/Tilda (USA), Lucille/Reginald (USA), Josephine/late Thomas
(Mosuma), Egidio/Dorothy (Mombassa), late Vicky, Thommy/Maria (USA), Maria
Barretto, grandmother of Albert/Imelda, Bernadine/Luis, Carol/Rui (USA),
Cleta/Menino, Bonny, Rita, Maria Theresa, John Steven (Dar-es-Salaam),
Mariella (Mombassa), Candice, Vanessa, Jocelyn (USA). [Condolences to
[EMAIL PROTECTED] (From Maureen D'Souza)].
13 June: Velim-Colaco Vaddo: LYDIA ALMEIDA COLACO, relict of late
Amaro, mother of Ralph/Roenna (Sydney), late Francis Rennie/Maxine,
Elizabeth/Alex, grandmother of Rennie/Reena/Renet (Sydney), Melanie/Leonard
(Murrori).
13 June: Mapa-Panchwadi: DURGABAI BHAGVANTH SINAI BHANGUI, mother of
Adv Fatu/Geeta, Sanjay/Nishta, Shivaji/Amita, Shailendra/Bina and Vijaya.
12 June: Velim-Tollecanto: ROQUIZINHO F ROCHA, husband of Jeromina,
father of Rafira/Jackson, Vijay/Freeda, Allancy/Freddy, Fatil and Caflyn.
13 June: Curtorim-Fondegal: LUISA PASQUELA D'CUNHA, wife of late
Thomas, mother of Maria Antoneta/Piedade.
11 June: Sirlim: Xavier de Souza, husband of Concilvia, father of
Donald, Denvil and Deneela.
13 June: Taleigao: UMELIANA FERNANDE E MARTINS, sister of Maria Luiza
and late Quiteria Gonsalves, wife of late Jose F Martins, mother of
Caitan/Mauricia, Querobino/Lavina, Mariquinha/Arivin, Lourdes/Ralph,
Alice/Oscar, Miguel Joao/Goretti, Fernando/Rufina, Fatima/Robert,
Antonio/Savia and Francisco.
G O A W E A T H E R
Temp: 27.0 deg C (80.6 deg F) at 7.30 am at Assagao
Max temp: 30.4 deg C; Humidity: 78 per cent. (Panjim yesterday)
Weather: Goa experienced a downpour last night along with lightning and
thunder claps. The rain has resumed around 9 am this morning.
Courtesy: H=Herald, NT=The Navhind Times, GT= Gomantak Times
Daily Goacom News Clippings also at: http://www.goacom.com/news
Website: http://www.goacom.com
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