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SUMMARY:Faith Lines: Syncretism\, Conflict & The Stories we Tell
DESCRIPTION:Museum of Goa is delighted to present Manu S. Pillai in conversation with Seema Mustafa\, on the topic\, ‘Faith Lines: Syncretism\, Conflict and the Stories We Tell’. \nIn a time when identities are increasingly weaponised\, how do we look back to make sense of the present? This compelling conversation brings together historian and author Manu S. Pillai and journalist Seema Mustafa\, Former President of the Editors Guild of India\, to explore the intertwined histories of syncretism and sectarianism in the subcontinent. From shared shrines and hybrid rituals to episodes of violence and exclusion\, they will delve into the many ways in which ideas connected to religion have both united and divided us and why a nuanced\, honest engagement with this past is essential for the future. \nPlease get in touch with +91 77220 89666‬ to book your seats today! \nFree Entry | Limited Seats\nRSVP Compulsory \n#MuseumofGoa #MOGEvent #Identities #Conversation #Syncretism #Conflict #Author #Historian #Journalist #Shrines #HybridRituals #Violence  #Religion #Ideas #Future
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SUMMARY:A Poetry Night: Remembering Eunice de Souza
DESCRIPTION:Our poetry night is a homage to Eunice de Souza. Deeply influenced by her Goan Catholic roots\, she built a remarkable career as a poet\, novelist\, critic\, and professor. She inspired generations of students and writers with her wit\, clarity\, and fearless voice. Her poetry\, known for its honesty\, explored themes of identity\, gender\, and social reality. Her literary legacy continues to shape contemporary Indian writing. Eunice de Souza was the only Indian woman to be included in the Oxford India Anthology of Twelve Modern Indian Poets (1992). \nOn the occasion of her birth anniversary on 1st august\, MOG celebrates her legacy and the art of poetry across diverse themes with 20 different poets. \nParticipating poets:\nHeta Pandit\nAlbertina Almeida\nAsavari Gurav\nChayne Lobo\nClyde D’Souza\nDeepa George\nErmelinda Makkimane\nGargi Guha\nGouthami\nKeith Alvares\nMamata Verlekar\nMiriam Koshy\nPragya Bhagat\nRadhika Chhabra\nRamesh Ghadi\nRamita Gurav\nRochelle Dsilva\nSalil Chaturvedi\nSavita Velloor\nSheela Jaywant \nThe evening will be accompanied by exclusive wine from Big Banyan Wines! \nLimited seats\nCall or Whatsapp 7722089666 to register \n#MuseumofGoa #MOGEvents #PoetryNight #GoanCatholicRoots #Poet #Novelist #Critic #Professor #Identity #Gender #SocialReality
URL:https://museumofgoa.com/program/a-poetry-night-remembering-eunice-de-souza/
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SUMMARY:Savour Flavour: Feni's Aromatic Journey led by Hansel Vaz!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of storytelling and Feni tasting with the Feni Polymath\, Hansel Vaz\, founder of Cazulo Premium Feni. \nAs a trained geologist\, his work has been instrumental in understanding Feni as the spirit of this land\, and his multifaceted efforts have been key to scuring the GI status for Feni and for categorising it as a heritage spirit. \nCome explore the history of Goa’s ancestral distillers and how their ingenuity and bold experimentation shaped the unique flavours of Feni. \nTaste\, learn\, and take some Feni back home! \nFREE ENTRY | LIMITED SLOTS\nFor Adults \nDate: Friday. 25th July 2025\nTime: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM\nLocation: Museum of Goa\, Plot No. 79\, Pilerne Industrial Estate\, Bardez \nRegister Here
URL:https://museumofgoa.com/program/savour-flavour-fenis-aromatic-journey-led-by-hansel-vaz/
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SUMMARY:A Place with the Pigs
DESCRIPTION:A Place with the Pigs: A Riveting Theatrical Experience \nAthol Fugard’s gripping play\, A Place with the Pigs\, is set to take the stage once again\, bringing to life the absurd yet poignant tale of a Russian soldier’s self-imposed exile. Directed by the acclaimed Dnyanesh Moghe\, this production promises to be an intense exploration of guilt\, redemption\, and the human longing for freedom. \nInspired by a bizarre yet true story\, A Place with the Pigs follows Pavel Ivanovitch\, a Russian deserter from World War II who spends decades hiding in his pigsty to avoid punishment. The setting—a damp\, claustrophobic sty—becomes a metaphor for the oppressive weight of his guilt and fear. The play navigates themes of personal dignity\, the psychological impact of war\, and the desperate quest for societal acceptance\, all within a runtime of 2 hours. \nMeet the Director: Dnyanesh Moghe \nDnyanesh Moghe\, a multi-faceted theater and film artist\, brings his wealth of experience to this production. A graduate of Kala Academy and St. Xavier’s Mumbai\, Moghe has an impressive portfolio that spans acting\, directing\, and cinematography. His directorial credits include Shantata! Court Chalu Ahe\, Lights Out\, Sageena Mahato\, and even a previous adaptation of A Place with the Pigs (Par Prasthan). His vision for the play\, combined with his extensive knowledge of transcreating global plays for Indian audiences\, ensures a compelling adaptation. \nThe Event will be accompanied by exclusive Gin and Whiskey from Roulette. \nTicket: INR 499/-\nTicket Link: A Place With The Pigs \n  \n#MuseumofGoa #MOGEvents #Play #Performance #SocietalAcceptance #Russian #PersonalDignity #Psychological #Theater #Film #Acting #Cinematography #Prodution #Experience #Adaptation
URL:https://museumofgoa.com/program/a-place-with-the-pigs/
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SUMMARY:Raza - MOG - Souza Dialogues: Conversations in Contemporary Indian Art
DESCRIPTION:Raza – MOG – Souza Dialogues: Conversations in Contemporary Indian Art\nThe Raza–MOG–Souza Dialogues was conceived as a dynamic two-day symposium that brought together some of the most influential voices shaping contemporary Indian art today. The event took place on February 23–24\, 2019 and was hosted by the MOG Foundation in partnership with the Raza Foundation\, the initiative created a rare and meaningful space where practitioners\, thinkers\, and audiences could come together\, not just to listen\, but to engage\, question\, and reflect. \nAt its core\, the symposium embraced conversation as a creative act. It encouraged an environment where disciplines overlapped\, hierarchies dissolved\, and diverse perspectives could coexist\, making room for new ideas to emerge organically. \nThe Raza Foundation\, established by the eminent modernist S.H. Raza\, has long been committed to supporting artistic practice through fellowships\, research\, and intellectual exchange. Its philosophy rests on the belief that artistic success gains significance when shared with a wider community. The MOG Foundation extends this ethos through its focus on inclusivity\, public engagement\, and social transformation through art. Together\, the two institutions envisioned the Dialogues as a platform that not only reflects contemporary practices but actively shapes them. \nConcept & Curatorial Approach \nCurated as a series of interlinked conversations\, the symposium unfolded through carefully structured sessions that allowed for both depth and openness. Each dialogue was designed to bring together practitioners from different fields\, encouraging cross-pollination of ideas and fostering unexpected connections. Audiences were not passive spectators but active participants\, invited to engage with questions that extended beyond the sessions themselves. \nPurpose & Vision \nThe Dialogues were guided by a clear and layered vision: \n\nTo democratize access to contemporary art discourse by bringing conversations into public space\nTo create a platform for critical thinking and meaningful engagement across disciplines\nTo bridge generational gaps by connecting established practitioners with emerging artists and students\nTo examine the social\, cultural\, and political contexts within which art is produced and experienced\nTo foreground the role of institutions in shaping\, supporting\, and sustaining artistic ecosystems\n\nDialogues Across Disciplines \nAcross two days\, the symposium unfolded as a series of compelling exchanges that traversed visual art\, design\, literature\, and institutional practice. Fashion designer Wendell Rodricks and graphic novelist and artist Orijit Sen explored how visual languages evolve across mediums\, discussing the intersections of design\, storytelling\, and cultural memory. Their conversation reflected on how aesthetics are shaped not only by trends but by histories\, identities\, and lived experiences. \nCultural practitioners Arundhati Ghosh\, Suresh Jayaram\, and Subodh Kerkar turned the focus toward institutions\, questioning their responsibilities\, limitations\, and potential. Their dialogue examined how spaces for art are built\, sustained\, and made accessible\, while also addressing the challenges of funding\, autonomy\, and public engagement. \nIn a deeply rooted exploration of language and identity\, poet Hemant Divate and writer Damodar Mauzo reflected on the power of regional literature. Their conversation emphasized the importance of linguistic diversity in shaping cultural narratives and resisting homogenization in an increasingly globalized world. The final set of dialogues brought together poet and novelist Jeet Thayil and curator-poet Sabitha Satchi\, who explored the fluid boundaries between literature\, music\, and performance. Their exchange highlighted how artistic forms continuously intersect\, how poetry can become performance\, how music can inform narrative\, and how these overlaps create new modes of expression. \n \nAudience & Engagement\nA defining strength of the Raza–MOG–Souza Dialogues was its ability to draw a diverse and engaged audience. Artists\, students\, writers\, designers\, and members of the public came together in a shared space of curiosity and learning. For young practitioners and students\, the symposium offered a rare opportunity to encounter contemporary artistic thought outside formal academic frameworks. For established professionals\, it created space for reflection\, exchange\, and renewed dialogue. This intersection of audiences contributed to the energy and openness that defined the event. \nShaping Contemporary Discourse \nThe impact of the Dialogues extended well beyond the two-day format. By shifting conversations from closed circles into accessible public forums\, the symposium challenged the exclusivity often associated with contemporary art discourse. The emphasis on dialogue encouraged participants to think beyond their own practices\, opening up new ways of understanding and creating. \nImportantly\, the event reinforced Goa’s growing cultural presence within India’s contemporary art landscape. Taking place during the peak art season\, alongside major events such as the Kochi-Muziris Biennale and the India Art Fair\, the Dialogues positioned the region as an active site of critical engagement and artistic exchange. \nContinuing the Conversation \nThe Raza–MOG–Souza Dialogues remain an evolving idea rather than a singular event. They stand as a reminder that art is not created in isolation\, it is shaped through conversation\, collaboration\, and constant questioning. By bringing together diverse voices and perspectives\, the initiative continues to inspire new dialogues\, new connections\, and new ways of thinking about contemporary art and its role in society.
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