"Any event done without publicity is like an act done in darkness." -Agnello A. S. Fernandes 
NITE O'ROSES - NEWS & IMAGES
By gasper crasto (As published in the Arab Times, Kuwait)
Kuwait Oct 2009: Blackslade, India's famous band from New Delhi, rocked the Crowne Plaza ballroom with pulsating music and great showmanship as the capacity crowd jammed at the Navelim Youth Centre (NYC) organized NITE O'ROSES recently.
The evening was full of fun: dancing, partying, enjoying the warmth of friends and being delighted at every turn. The celebration was a perfect ambience in the background of fabulous décor by Spectrum Decorators, dazzling lighting and lavish luxury. The hall was emblazoned with streaming illumination that created a luxuriant dancing ambience; dazzling lights of various hues swirled every nook and corner of the ballroom.
BLACKSLADE bandleader Anton surrounded by fans & friends
Identity of NITE O'ROSES
The identity of Nite O'Roses comes from an organized history of 50 years' traditional dance held annually back in Goa on the feast day of Our Lady of Rosary, Navelim. NYC Kuwait thought of breathing life into it naming their annual nite in respect of this neglected festival in Goa. The theme of the dance was: "Inspiring you to love unconditionally."
Part of the proceeds generated from the dance will be sent to Nazareth Home for the Aged, charitable trust that looks after the aged at Navelim - Goa, ensuring senior citizens live out their days in comfort and dignity.
WE ARE TOGETHER: Goan Leaders and their families with NYC family
Attendees
The Nite was attended by a capacity crowd, a rarity in recent years. Invitees for the event included some of the top Goan leaders from the Gulf such as Francis Correia, President - Young Goans Club, Bahrain; Simon D'Silva, President Goan Welfare Society, Doha Qatar; Bartholomeo Silveira, a social activist from Abu Dhabi; Celso Fernandes, a famous personality among Goans in Muscat; Gabriel Crasto, Chairman - Goan Football League, Bahrain.
Vice President of NYC Mr. Norman Noronha presenting a plaque of honor to Mr. Hazem Eisa Al Eisa, Managing Director of Al Eisa International Group
Mr. Hazem Eisa Al Eisa, Managing Director of Al Eisa International Group, an Organization which controls a franchise chain of restaurants in Kuwait was special guest on the occasion and was honored by NYC for supporting the ideals of the club.
The organizers left no stone unturned to give their guests a pleasant time. Giant screens on either side of the stage enabled the audience to catch the proceedings live. Transition slides displayed sponsors' products throughout the show. A deluxe sumptuous buffet helped the audience to energize themselves as they took the floor with renewed vigor and danced until the wee hours.
NYC President Mr. Agnello A. S. Fernandes
Earlier NYC President Mr. Agnello A. S. Fernandes welcomed and thanked the guests for taking time off to spend the evening with them.
‘Blackslades' bring down the house
The dance was set rolling with local darlings 2..S#arp hitting off with melodious numbers, danceable beat and simple harmonies. Band leader Shahu Almeida gelled extremely well with the crooning of Clevie Fernandes. Shahu also performed on the saxophone. Alisha Fernandes, daughter of NYC President Mr. Agnello Fernandes, teamed up with 2..S#arp on the violin for a couple of numbers.
Alisha Fernandes, daughter of NYC President Agnello A S Fernandes teamed up with 2..S#arp on the violin for a couple of numbers.
..But it was the BLACKSLADE that kept the crowd grooving to the beat all night long. They played a medley of songs comprising pop, rock, hip-hop, ‘bachna eh hasina', reggae, etc. Their brand of music and exploding vocals by lead singer Ronald accompanied by exceptional showmanship by Michael Almeida (Keyboards), Menino (Lead Guitar), Anton (Bass/Band Leader) and Soccor (Drums) was well received by the audience who were seen singing along in harmony and rooted the band from time to time. Ronald was an instant favorite with the audience for his personal attention in encouraging and ushering everyone on to the floor.
Jive Competition
A Jive Competition was one of the highlights of the show that imbued a sense of delirium among the audience. The judges for the competition were Simon D'Silva (Doha Qatar), Astrid Fortes and The Rebellos. It was a meaningful adjudication from the judges.. Rony Lobo and Paloma D'Sa won the jackpot. These two dancers could be glimpsed in a seeming spontaneity of professional dancers. Their harmonizing personalities made them one of the most attractive "jivers" on the floor.
Rosita Rodrigues (top) receiving the 'Friendship with Rose' prize.
The show was hosted by North Goa's charismatic compere Xavier Fernandes.
Felicitation of NYC Founder President Joseph Succor Salema
Founder President and an outstanding member of NYC was honored during the function at the hands of NYC Vice President Mr. Norman Noronha. Mr. Salema has been with the club in Kuwait since 1987.
Sponsors of Nite O'Roses
The glorious Nite was sponsored by Gulf Custody Co, Dnata Holidays, Qatami Steel, Focus International Gen. Trading Co., Toyo Tires, Birla Sun Life Insurance, Alghanim Tires Center Co., Toyota, Raith Engg & Manufacturing Co., Gulf Maritime Gen. Trad & Contr. Co., Axis Bank - UAE, Necon Automation, Mais Alghanim, Palms Agro Production Co., Heavenly Homes Pvt Ltd, Jotun Paints, Goan Cultural Centre/Santos United, KDD, etc.
NYC Nite some ‘on and off' comments:
"No one does it like NYC (Navelim Youth Centre)!" -One of the attendees at Nite O'Roses.
"I must compliment all of you for such a well organized function. I am proud of all the 'Navelkars' for keeping Navelim in high esteem among the Goan Community of Kuwait. Keep up the good work." -Gabriel Crasto - Bahrain
"Your contribution to the event and the Navelim Youth center motivates others. Keep up the good work" -B.J.Silveira, Abu Dhabi
"I was really impressed by the wonderful organization and set up by the whole friendly NYC team. The show was really grand hats off to Mr. Agnello Fernandes and NYC " -Xavier Fernandes - MC from Goa
:::Report by gasper crasto; Photographs: Simon Dias thelensmen@yahoo.com :::