Promotion of Patriotism/National Integration/Communal Harmony - Production of Musical Programme or Tiatr

Promotion of Patriotism/National Integration/Communal Harmony - Production of Musical Programme or Tiatr is a government scheme run by Tiatr Academy of Goa for individuals, organizations, and clubs in Goa. It supports cultural performances that spread national values, patriotism, and communal harmony. Under this scheme, eligible applicants get financial remuneration and help with production or venue costs for staging a musical programme or Tiatr production.

Tiatr Academy of Goa runs this scheme under the Art, Culture and Museums Department, Government of Goa. The academy keeps accepting applications on a first come first serve basis, subject to the availability of funds. This makes the scheme a useful support for artists and troupes who want to stage shows that inspire national pride and social unity.

Promotion of Patriotism/National Integration/Communal Harmony - Production of Musical Programme or Tiatr

This scheme encourages artistic expression that highlights national pride and social unity. A participant receives remuneration fixed by Tiatr Academy of Goa. The academy also covers the actual expenses for hall or auditorium bookings, or pays a lump sum amount if the performance is held in a makeshift pandal. Professional video recording of the activity is done by the academy, and one copy of the recording is given to the applicant.

The scheme is open to individuals, organizations, educational institutions, and clubs. The proposed activity can be a Tiatr or a musical programme on the theme of patriotism, national integration, or communal harmony. The duration of the programme or Tiatr should not be less than two hours.

Benefits

Participants in this scheme get several forms of support that help make their cultural project successful. The support is designed to cover both the performance and the arrangements around it.

• Remuneration as fixed by Tiatr Academy of Goa is given to the applicant who takes part in the scheme.
• The academy reimburses the actual hall or auditorium charges, or pays a lump sum amount if the performance is held in a makeshift pandal.
• Professional video recording of the programme is done by the academy, and one copy of the recording is given to the applicant.
• A maximum of 4 shows of the programme are staged by the academy at different places.
• The academy provides one banner that should be displayed on the front side wing of the stage.

Important Conditions

There are a few conditions that every applicant must follow while staging the programme. These rules help keep the shows fair and respectful for the public.

All shows must be shown to the public free of charge. The credit phrase 'This programme is promoted by Tiatr Academy of Goa' must be inserted, published, or announced in all advertisements, banners, and announcements, whether oral, print, or electronic. A few seats should be reserved for the representatives of Tiatr Academy of Goa.

The organizing institution or individual has to discuss with the academy and finalize the Chief Guest or Guest of Honour well in advance. The President or Vice President of the academy, or a nominee, will be the Chief Guest or Guest of Honour. The banner provided by the academy should be collected from its office, displayed at the stage, and returned after all the shows are staged.

Eligibility

Applicants need to meet a set of simple criteria to qualify for this programme. The rules focus on the theme, duration, and the respectfulness of the content.

• An individual, organization, educational institution, or club can apply for this scheme.
• The proposed Tiatr or musical programme must be on the theme of patriotism, national integration, or communal harmony.
• The duration of the musical programme or Tiatr should not be less than two hours.
• The application along with the typed script or lyrics should reach the office of Tiatr Academy of Goa at least 30 days before the date of staging the programme.
• If the applicant is not the lyricist, writer, or director of the activity, a No Objection Certificate from the concerned creator must be attached.
• The scripts or lyrics must not contain any adverse remark, written or verbal, against any Government, individual, institution, caste, creed, or religion that may hurt the sentiments of anybody.

Application Process

The application for this scheme is done offline. The complete process is simple and can be finished by following the steps given below.

STEP 1 - Download and print the prescribed application form from the official sources.

STEP 2 - Fill in all the required details, attach the necessary documents, and sign and date the form before submitting it.

STEP 3 - Send the completed application to: Tiatr Academy of Goa, AS-1 / AS-4, Block A, 2nd Floor, Campal Trade Centre, Opposite Kala Academy, Campal, Panaji, Goa - 403001.

The academy processes applications on a first come first serve basis, subject to the availability of funds. Always save a copy of the submitted application for records.

Post-Approval Steps - Once the application is approved, coordinate with the academy to select a Chief Guest or Guest of Honour. After all the shows are completed, return the official banner to the academy office so that the payment cheque can be issued in the name of the applicant.

Documents

Applicants must keep the following documents ready while submitting the application. These documents help the academy verify the details and process the request.

• Self-attested copy of the Aadhaar Card.
• Self-attested copy of the Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card.
• Three typed copies of the lyrics of songs and the script of the Tiatr or skits.
• A list of all participants involved in the programme.
• An NOC from the original writer, director, or lyricist if the applicant is not the creator of the work.

References

Official Scheme Guidelines and Application Form

List of Schemes of Tiatr Academy of Goa

Citizen Charter of Tiatr Academy of Goa

FAQ's

What type of participants can apply?

Individuals, organizations, educational institutions, and clubs interested in promoting national integration through culture can apply for this scheme.

How far in advance should the application be submitted?

The application along with the script or lyrics should reach the office of Tiatr Academy of Goa at least 30 days before the date of staging the programme.

What if the applicant is not the writer of the script?

A No Objection Certificate from the concerned lyricist, writer, or director must be attached to the application.

Are there content restrictions?

Yes, the script must not contain offensive remarks or material that hurts the sentiments of any individual, religion, or institution.

What is the minimum performance time?

The performance or Tiatr must last for at least two hours.

Are tickets allowed for the shows?

No, all shows must be shown to the public free of charge.

How is the financial support structured?

The applicant receives remuneration and either reimbursement for hall or auditorium charges, or a lump sum amount if the performance is held in a makeshift pandal.

Which identity documents are mandatory?

Self-attested copies of the Aadhaar Card and PAN Card must be submitted along with the application.

Can the applicant seek outside sponsorship?

Yes, Tiatr Academy of Goa has no objection to the producer taking sponsorship from other sources.

What is the process for official acknowledgment?

The applicant must publicly announce or display that the programme is 'promoted by Tiatr Academy of Goa' on all promotional materials.