By Gasper Crasto / Kuwait
The seeds of talent in children are usually planted early and at home.
Slenzitta D’Cruz, daughter of popular Konkani stage artistes Ophelia and Quixote hailing from Cansaulim-Goa, is one such talented child - born and brought up in Bahrain – and walking in the footsteps of her parents.
The
girl has shown remarkable flair in singing and acting.
From a young age since her schooling days, Slenzita has participated in Konkani programs.
From a young age since her schooling days, Slenzita has participated in Konkani programs.
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Slenzitta’s
singing style and glamor in cultural programs
caught the attention of Bahrain directors, and eventually she found her way in
almost every drama staged in Bahrain.
She
sings both classic and comic songs in a style that hypnotizes the audience.
The
gifted youngster was felicitated by CRAB International of Bahrain as the
Upcoming Star of Konkani stage in 2014.
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Gifted with charming looks as well,
Slenzitta was crowned the prestigious Young Goans Club May Queen at the Bahrain
club's annual ball beauty contest in 2017.
At
a young age, Slenzitta has travelled to Kuwait, Qatar, etc, to sing in dramas and
mega events, and is highly appreciated for her performances.
Slenzitta’s
high-point in her short spell was winning the second place at the gigantic Gulf
Voice of Goa held in Kuwait last year in 2019. The event has given her enormous
limelight and exposure worldwide.
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Having
learnt to play guitar, the wannabe is currently studying music production and music
in keyboards.
Slenzitta
is now a full-time musician and vocalist, she performs and works on music
videos in Bangalore where she currently lives.
Her
aim in life is to compose her own commercial music, to motivate youngsters and to
connect with her audience.
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The much admired singer will be seen on stage in a
star-studded 4K mega Konkani musical entitled ‘πΌππ ππππππΌπ’ presented by dynamic
Goan writer-director Shri Fidelis Fernandes on 21st February 2020 at Khaldiya
University auditorium.
Mangalorean film actress and entertainer Ester Noronha, will be one
of the major attractions of the show.
Iconic superstars of Konkani stage booked to entertain also include
Lawry Travasso, Seby de Divar, Comedian Agostinho Temudo, Comedian Janet,
Comedian Domnic, and Comedian Ben Evangelisto.
Popular and upcoming artistes that will also don the stage include
Goa’s global superstar Sanio Fernandes, Everleigh Mascarenhas, Slenzitta
D’Cruz, Elaine Pinto, Frenzie Vito Rodrigues, Fernandes, Stacey Mesquita &
Sheena Gracias.
A select cast of Kuwait-based artistes Balthazar Pontes, Seby
Mascarenhas, Seby D’Silva, Clemmie Almeida, Esparansa, and Gasper Crasto will
make the team.
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Music for the show will be provided by internationally famed Maestro
Joaquim D’Souza who plays flute, piano, soprano saxophone and alto tenor sax),
Nolvert Cota (Trumpet), Theo Alvares (Saxophone), and Jack Rebello (Drums)
along with Kuwait’s magical maestro – Shahu Almeida, bass guitarist Dennis
Gonsalves, Johnny Fernandes (Rhythms).
Cheslee D’Souza will be in charge of innovative stage-sets and sound
while the hall management will be arranged by Derick Gomindes.
The event is powered by Celebrate Event Solutions.
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The director, Mr. Fidelis Fernandes hails from Colva, Salcette, Goa. His
last musical in Kuwait was ‘Sath Panvdde’ which also starred a number of
megastars and was a great hit.
Watch out for more details on πΌππ ππππππΌπ as the event unfolds.
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Gate-passes
are made available across all areas in Kuwait. Audience can contact the following
persons to book their seats:
Nicholas (99732917),
Nazi (99663252) , Agnelo (50796693), Shahu (94159311), Steven (65197400), Ian
(97203624), Melvin (96007014), Cheslee (55167824).