AI SummaryCommemoration of Jubilees/Birth Anniversaries of Tiatr Artistes of Yesteryears is a state scheme started by the Tiatr Academy of Goa under the Art, Culture and Museums Department, Government of Goa. It gives money support, venue access and publicity for functions that remember the 50th, 75th, 100th, 125th or 150th birth anniversary of late Tiatr legends so the younger generation gets to know their contribution.
As of August 2026, the Tiatr Academy of Goa continues to accept applications under this scheme and keeps it listed on the official Schemes of TAG page. The Academy organised a birth anniversary commemoration for late Lucasinho Ribeiro in January 2026, which shows that such commemorative events are still being held this year.
The scheme covers functions for 50th, 75th, 100th, 125th, 150th and similar birth anniversaries of artistes who are no more. A writer or director qualifies if they staged at least 25 tiatrs, while an actor or other artiste should have performed in at least 100 tiatrs.
TAG organises these programmes on its own or with a partner institution or individual. It gives financial support as fixed by TAG, provides an auditorium or hall, and adds a separate amount for village shows to cover hall rent or stage erection. Wide publicity through print and electronic media is part of the support too.
Commemoration of Jubilees-Birth Anniversaries of Tiatr Artistes of Yesteryears - Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Commemoration of Jubilees/Birth Anniversaries of Tiatr Artistes of Yesteryears |
| Level | State |
| Target Beneficiary | Individual / Institution |
| Beneficiary State | Goa |
| Nodal Department | Art, Culture and Museums Department |
| Benefit Type | Financial Support |
| DBT Enabled | No |
| Application Mode | Offline, physical form to TAG office |
| Official Website | tiatracademyofgoa.com |
Benefits
Organisers receive several layers of help to stage a proper memorial event:
Money Support: TAG gives financial support, with the amount fixed by the Academy based on the type of programme.
Venue: An auditorium or hall is provided to stage the performances. For village shows, an extra amount is given for hall charges or stage erection.
Shows: Up to 4 shows can be staged at 4 different places. 3 shows can be in Panaji, Margao, Curchorem, Vasco or any other city, and 1 show must be held in the home area of the late artiste. All shows are free for the public. If funds allow, 2 more shows can be held in villages at an amount fixed by TAG plus an additional amount for pandal, hall, auditorium, stage and sound.
Publicity: The programme gets wide print and electronic media coverage.
Programme Support: Portraits of the artiste are displayed and garlanded, a cultural programme of tiatr and songs is arranged, and the life history of the late artiste is narrated.
Sponsorship from other sources is allowed, but every advertisement and banner must say the programme is held in collaboration with Tiatr Academy of Goa.
| Funding Category | Benefit Detail |
|---|---|
| Core Grant | Amount fixed by Tiatr Academy of Goa |
| Village Infrastructure | Extra amount fixed by TAG for hall or stage |
| Standard Shows | Maximum 4 shows |
| Extra Village Shows | Up to 2 more shows subject to funds |
Eligibility
To qualify, the applicant should be an individual or an institution planning to honour a deceased Tiatr artiste. The programme should teach the youth about the life and work of the artiste. The occasion must be a 50th, 75th, 100th, 125th, 150th or similar birth anniversary. A writer or director should have staged at least 25 tiatrs, and an actor or other artiste should have performed in at least 100 tiatrs.
The programme must include the narration of the life history of the late artiste. Family members must be invited to the function. A No Objection Certificate from the nearest family member must be submitted along with the application. The event should last at least 2 hours. Content should stay respectful and must not hurt religious, communal or institutional feelings. The chief guest or guest of honour is decided with TAG, and the President or Vice President of TAG will attend the function as Chief Guest or Guest of Honour.
Applications are considered on a first come, first serve basis and depend on the availability of funds.
Application Process
STEP 1 - Get the prescribed application form from the office of the Tiatr Academy of Goa, or download the official scheme guidelines and application form PDF from the TAG website.
STEP 2 - Fill in the form with details like name and address of the applicant, contact number, PAN card number, Aadhaar card number, name and date of birth of the artiste, the occasion, title of the programme and schedule of performances. Attach the typed script and lyrics with the names of the performing artistes.
STEP 3 - Attach the No Objection Certificate from the nearest family member along with self-attested copies of Aadhaar and PAN cards. For a musical programme, attach the lyrics of all songs. For a tiatr, attach the full script along with song lyrics.
STEP 4 - Submit the application so that it reaches the TAG office at least 30 days before the proposed programme. The office address is: Tiatr Academy of Goa, AS-1 / AS-4, Block A, 2nd Floor, Campal Trade Centre, Opposite Kala Academy, Campal, Panaji, Goa 403001.
Documents Required
Documents must be submitted in two stages, with the application and after the programme.
At Application Stage:
- No Objection Certificate from the nearest family member of the deceased artiste.
- Complete programme proposal with typed script, lyrics and names of performing artistes.
- Self-attested copy of Aadhaar card.
- Self-attested copy of PAN card.
After the Programme:
- Statement of expenditure with all original bills. Stamped receipts are required for any amount above ₹5,000.
- 5 photographs of the event, with at least 2 showing the Tiatr Academy of Goa banner during the performance.
References
For the latest details on this scheme, applicants can check the official Schemes of TAG page on the Tiatr Academy of Goa website and download the official scheme rules and application form PDF. Information is also available in the Tiatr Academy of Goa Citizen Charter published by the Goa government. For a full list of related schemes, see the Goa government schemes page on this website.
FAQ's
How does this scheme help honour deceased artistes?
It gives financial support, venue access and media publicity so that the jubilee or birth anniversary of a late Tiatr artiste can be celebrated with a proper cultural programme for the younger generation.
Who can apply?
Both individuals and institutions can apply. The applicant should plan a programme for a qualifying birth anniversary of a deceased Tiatr artiste and should submit the required documents to TAG.
Which birth anniversaries can be commemorated?
The scheme covers the 50th, 75th, 100th, 125th, 150th and similar birth anniversaries. The late writer or director should have staged at least 25 tiatrs, or the late actor or other artiste should have performed in at least 100 tiatrs.
Is family consent required?
Yes. A No Objection Certificate from the nearest family member must be submitted along with the application, and family members must be invited to the function.
When should the application be submitted?
Applications must reach the TAG office at least 30 days before the proposed programme. They are considered on a first come, first serve basis as per the availability of funds.
How many shows can be staged?
Up to 4 shows can be staged, with 3 in cities like Panaji, Margao, Curchorem or Vasco and 1 in the home area of the artiste. Two extra village shows may be allowed subject to funds, and all shows are free for the public.
What if a bill is above ₹5,000?
Any single expenditure above ₹5,000 must be supported by stamped receipts when the post-programme expenditure statement is submitted to TAG for reimbursement.