:::Goa’s Melody Singer Lawry to stamp his class in Kuwait:‘Sath Panvdde’:::
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By Gasper Crasto; Image Designs: ImagEnations by Simon Dias
Kuwait: Credit for the popularity of Goan Konkani songs perhaps goes to legendary singers such as Young Menezes, Kid Boxer, M. Boyer, Alfred Rose, etc. Their legacy is kept alive by many star singers.
Current heartthrob, and one of Goa’s most popular and highest paid star Lawry Travasso is well-known for his quality songs. He is credited for taking the modern rhythm to new heights with his unique compositions and singing style.
The famed singer is expected to entertain Kuwait in the mega show 'SATH PANVDDE' scheduled to be staged Friday 7th November 2014 at the American School Hall, Maidan Hawally starting 4.30pm sharp.
Lawry Travasso needs no introduction to Konkani audience. He has created a niche for himself as one of Goa’s best melodious singers and a much sought after artiste. During his recent visit to Kuwait, Lawry captivated the audience with 2 rocking, sensible solos in Sammy Tavares Tiatr ‘Tim Thikam Sandlelim’.
Audiences across the globe, and specially Kuwait Goans always have high expectations from the gifted singer. The mega star is sure to live up to his class with an outstanding performance in ‘Sath Panvdde’.
Before joining the tiatr stage, Lawry was a keyboardist and main vocalist for beat groups like ‘Little Coordinators’ and ‘Off Rhythm’. He was given a break in tiatr by his co-villager and celebrated playwright, Shri John Claro.
Having released over 60 audio albums till date, Lawry occupies an enviable place in Konkani music. The singer has performed in various dramas, shows and symposiums everywhere in the Konkan world including his recent visit to the United States of America. He also features in numerous VCDs.
Lawry has also written and directed his own shows. His maiden tiatr ‘Kagtachim Fulam’ in 2012 performed over 25 shows while another drama titled ‘Bavlelim Fulam’ was meaningful too.
'Sath Panvdde' (Seven Steps) is a Special Tribute to Rosary Ferns, a celebrated Goan singer who passed away in 2011. The drama is written and directed by Rosary's brother Fidelis Fernandes and features a galaxy of well-known artistes from Goa and Kuwait.
Star artistes from Goa will consist of Lawry Travasso, Xavier Gomes, Francis de Tuem, Chitra, Andrea, Marcus Vaz, Comedian John D’Silva, Comedian Sally & Comedian Joana.
Kuwait-based artistes include Cajetan de Sanvordem, Mario de Majorda, Michael D’Silva, Katty de Navelim, Laurente Pereira, Bab Agnel, Xavier Furtado, Lopes Brothers, Clemmie Almeida, Esparansa & Gasper Crasto.
Music for the show will be provided by Kuwait’s magical maestro – Shahu Almeida accompanied by his Jolly Boys. London-based Goan drummer Matias Rosario Sequeira will team up with the band. DJ Marlon will provide the sound while Lekinson will be in-charge of stage setting.
Hall Management will be done by Derick Gomindes & Julio Cardoso while Laurente Pereira & Katty will be Stage Managers for the show.
The director Mr. Fidelis Fernandes hails from Colva, Salcette, Goa.
Fidelis is President of the Konkani Heritage Kuwait (KHK) which has, in the past, presented Konkani tiatrs, one-act play competitions, singing competitions, and Konkani ‘songit sanz’ (musical) shows in Kuwait under his able direction.
Ms. Kyoko Matsukawa, a Japanese Researcher based in Goa will attend the show as a chief guest. Special guests that will be in attendance are Francis Correia (Bahrain), Simon D’Silva (Qatar), Tony Gonsalves (UK), Anthony de Varca (Dubai), Raymond D’Sa & Bosco Leitao (Kuwait).
Mauricio Pereira from Qatar will be among a number of other distinguished dignitaries expected to attend the show.
Gate-passes for the show can be availed from Benny – 66533229, Joe – 66625567, Derick Gomendis – 99659749, Julio Cardoso – 99519439, Nazi – 99663252, Katty – 96961548, Gasper – 99699514, Bernard – 55514282, Martha (Raja Stores) – 97634408, Rock Music – 50192530.
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