Performing Arts in Goa

Having a long and chequered history followed by an absorption and amalgam of the individuality of each ethnic race involved in it, the state of Goa is rich in culture and heritage and art. The performing art in Goa – is a specialty and a unique feature of the state of Goa. Though all these forms fall under the wide classification of dance, drama and music, yet each of these performing arts in Goa have a distinct Goan flavour and can be easily be distinguished from those of the other states.

The most significant part about the performing arts in Goa is the fact that each of them colourfully illustrates the unity in diversity of Goan heritage. In an attempt to revive, preserve and also help the performing arts in Goa to flourish, the Government of Goa has sponsored a self-governing organization in Goa called the Kala Academy of Goa. Set up in the year 1970, the organization aims at carrying out its objectives of restoring, improving and rejuvenating the existing forms of Goan dance, drama and music. However, they do not neglect to publicize Goan literature and other arts. However, they concentrate on the performing arts in Goa. To facilitate it further they offer scholarships to the eager and the talented and also run faculties for Indian music and dance, Western music and dance and theatre art.

Born out of the need to fulfill religious obligation, they finally thrived on the process of acceptability, adjustment and also interdependence. This factor makes the performing arts in Goa a unique and truly enriching part of Goa.

Given below is a compiled list of some institutions of performing arts in Goa:

1. Mahapurush Sateri Sangeet Bhajani Kala Mandal
Digas-Panchmari, Taluka-Phonda
Area of Interest: Music and Socio-Cultural Activities

2. Paingin Gopalkrishna Mandal
Canacona Goa 403702
Area of Interest: Performing Arts (Folk)
3. Pilar Music School
Pilar 403203
Pratibha Friends Circle
Borim

4. Shri Navdurga Kala Darshan
Kundaim

5. Shri Saraswati Sanskritik Mandal
Veling Mardol 403404
Area of Interest: Music, Folk Arts and Drama

6. Saint Cecilia Music School
Panjim
Swarbahar Sangeet Mandal Borde Bichalim 403504