Dr. Eugene DSouza’s Konkani Play ’Jivithachi Saanz..’ Staged on the Occasion of Youth Da

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Udupi/M’Belle, 21 April: Dr. Eugene D’Souza’s Konkani play “Jivithachi Saanz” (Evening of Life) based on the life of a retired person was staged on the occasion the Youth Day 2019 celebration on Easter Sunday, 21 April 2019 in St. Lawrence Community Hall, Moodubelle.

 

Prior to the play, stage programme was organized by the ICYM and YCS to felicitate the achievers of both the organizations. The felicitation function was presided over by Fr. Clement Mascarenhas, Parish Priest of St. Lawrence Church, Moodubelle. Other dignitaries on the dais included: Ronald Sabi D’Souza-Chief Guest of the day, Fr. Lawrence Cutinha-Director of ICYM, Vincent Fernandes-Vice President of Parish Pastoral Council, Mrs. Latha D’Mello-Secretary, Animators of ICYM and YCS, Vilton D’Souza-ICYM Udupi Deanery President.

 

Five youth stars were felicitated for their achievements. Jezel D’Souza introduced these five youngsters. They were: Anitha Oshin D’Souza-Being the Student of St. Mary’s College, Shirva, secured tenth rank in BCom in Mangalore University and Gold Medal in Accountancy; Sarha D’Souza-who has complete BSc Nursing in Manipal Academy of Higher Education and presently pursues MSc in Hospital Administration. She had served as ICYM Udupi Deanery Secretary; Deril D’Sa-As PUC student of St. Mary’s Junior College, Shirva secured 94 percent marks. He was Udupi Deanery President of YCS in 2018 and has been selected as the NEXLO member for the next three years; Sharline D’Almeida-As student of MGM College, she secured second position in State Level Elocution Competiton conducted by Nehru Youth Centre; and Vilton D’Souza-student of SMVITM Engineering College, Bantakal and presently ICYM President of Udupi Deanery.

 

Six students of Moodubelle Parish who has secured highest marks in their respective subjects were honoured by Ronal Sabi D’Souza. Glen Rebello introduced these six students.

 

 

The chief guest of the function, Ronald Sabi D’Souza was introduced by Joshal D’Mello.

 

In his address, Ronald Sabi D’Souza made an appeal to the youth to serve the parish, society and the nation and achieve higher goals in their lives.

 

Joswin-ICYM President for the year 2018-19 and Lenissa D’Souza-YCS President for 2018-19 were felicitated by Fr. Lawrence Cutinha. They were introduced by Jevita D’Souza.

 

Team Prizes were given away to the winners of various competitions conducted by ICYM and YCS during the Monthi Festh.

 

Fr. Clement Mascarenhas in his presidential message complimented the youth of the parish for their various activities and service to the church and community.

 

Sponsors of the Konkani Play “Jivithachi Saanz” were honoured by Fr. Clement Mascarenhas.

 

Preema Rose Alva-Presdient of ICYM  welcomed the guests; Hazel Martis proposed the vote of thanks and Melita D’Souza compeered the programme. 

 

Fr. Denis D’Sa-Parish Priest of Our Lady of Health Church, Shirva dn Dean of Shirva Deanery, Rev. Dr. Lawrence D’Souza- Secretary of CESU and Fr. Roman Mascarenahs-Rector of Diocesan Minor Seminary and Commodore Jerome Castelino (VSM) were also present for the programme.

 

The ICYM and YCS members presented two dance programmes.

 

 

The much awaited Konkani Play “Jivithachi Saanz” written by Dr. Eugene D’Souza and Directed by Fr. Lawrence Cutinha commenced at 8 pm. Fr. Clement Mascarenhas was the main supporter of the play who had also composed music for the title song. The actors in this paly included Dr. Eugene D’Souza, Mrs. Reena D’Souza, Mrs. Justine Mendonca, Sharline D’Almeida, Priston D’Souza, Loy Feernandes, Ashish Alva, Mrs. Inis Castelino and Maxim D’Sa in the role of Shankarnna the politician. Background music for the play was provided by Glen rebello and Sshish Alva, atge setting was by Clement Castelino and make-up by Mrs. Precilla Monis. 

 

“Jivithachi Saanz”, a three act play revolved around the family and social work of a retired government servant named Simon and the problems that he had to face and the transformation that he could bring.

 

All the actors performed to the utmost of their ability and put up splendid performance that was appreciated by one and all. The fact that no one left the auditorium before the end of the play at 9.30 pm manifested the sway that the play held on the audience.