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Mumbai: Five Associations from Mumbai are all set to host ‘Wilson Olivera Nites’, musical extravaganzas filled with foot-tapping music, scintillating dance moves and rib-tickling comedies.
5 back to back shows are all set in Mumbai during this Diwali.
In line with the festive holiday week, 5 shows are lined up in Mumbai from 29 to 31 October. This is indeed going to be a signature event and promises to provide a delightful musical journey for Konkani music lovers.
This series is being made possible by various Konkani Organizations of Mumbai. This musical lineup is bound to mesmerize Konkani music lovers. It will be also a wonderful opportunity to meet with friends in a relaxed atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Wilson Olivera who is well-known as 'Sangeeth Sardar' has seven music albums to his credit and has showcased 42 musical shows in Mangaluru, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain. Wilson has captured the hearts of Konkani music lovers not only with his meaningful lyrics but also with his melodic voice as well. He has also been bestowed with titles like 'Konkan Manik' and has been awarded with the prestigious, 'Konkani Kala Samaj Puraskar' in 1995, 'Karnataka Konkani Sahitya Academy Award' in 2003, 'Divo Sahitya Puraskar' in 2008 and 'Konkani Surdas Puraskar' in 2009.
The Schedule of the shows and the contact details are as below:
29 October : Vashi, Navi Mumbai
Venue: CIDO Auditorium at 6:30 pm.
Hosted by: Konkani Cultural Association of Navi Mumbai
Richard D’Souza : 919820607076
Lancy Pinto : 919619760604
Joseph Patrao : 917666669599
30 October : Vila Parle , Mumbai
Venue: Navinbhai Thakkar Hall at 10:00 am.
Hosted by: S . Peter's Association (Barkur) Mumbai
Eric Carvalho: 919820048953
Ivan Rebello : 919821833099
30 October : Borivali, Mumbai
Venue: Prabodhankar Thackeray Hall at 8:15 pm.
Hosted by: Canara Konkani Association, Borivali
George D’Souza : 919970046604
Charles D’Cunha : 919867853986
31 October : Thane, Mumbai
Venue: Gadkari Rangayatan at 11.00 am.
Hosted by: Kanara Catholic Assoication, Thane
Christopher D’Souza : 919920655570
Timothy D’Souza : 919594040260
31 October : Vasai, Mumbai
Venue: Nazareth Convent High School Ground at 6.30 pm.
Hosted by: Vasai Konkani Welfare Association
Reginald Santhumayor: 919823142247
Albert D’Costa : 919821080907
Strategically organized, touching the nook and corner of Mumbai, the organizers expect a house full audience of vibrant Konkani speaking Goan and Mangalorean communities to witness the show and are confident that it will definitely be one of the Mega Musical Concerts to happen ever in Mumbai.
The musical evenings will be compered by none other than, Ronald Olivera, the award-winning master of ceremony and the younger brother of Wilson Olivera. A proud winner of International Toast Masters Award for four consecutive years, and having compered for innumerable musical shows of renowned artistes of Konkani music world, Ronald Olivera steps up as the perfect host and is sure to capture the rapt attention of the Konkani audience.
Wilson Olivera will be ably supported by renowned musician Roshan D'Souza, Angelore who will ooze magnificence to this extravaganzas, leading as the music director for these shows.
Other popular singers from the Konkan musical arena namely, Rony Crasta, Pradeep Pinto, Prashanth Pinto, Joseph Mathias, Shilpa Cutinha and Priya Menezes will accompany the maestro in contributing additional charm to his evergreen rendition of melodious performances. By and far, these very talented artistes have always been strikingly influential in the success of each of Wilson Olivera’s music albums and shows.
The musical show's will also witness outstanding performances from Mangalore’s famous dance troupe, ‘Nach Sobhan’ who would who will be treating the audience to a round of truly astounding and breath taking moves thus enhancing the magic of the musical evening.
Apart from ‘Naach-Gaana', the other moments of delight will be contributed by the ever popular comedy 'Kushali Kinnigoli' who are sure to create a riot of laughter among the crowd and keep them entertained all along.
All in all, it’s a time to treat oneself to a melodious and mesmerizing evenings. Do mark your calendars to witness the' Sangeeth Sardar', Wilson Olivera at your nearest destination, unfurling the magic of music from 29 to 31 October.
For general inquiries about Wilson Olivera Nites in Mumbai contact:
Ronald Olivera : 971505002580 (ronaldolivera@rediffmail.com)
Henry D’Silva : 919820625113
Clement Lobo : 919820332868
Ancy Paladka : 919028980000 / 919209001777.