Konkani Drama Competition

Description
The scheme "Konkani Drama Competition" is a state-level cultural initiative by the Kala Academy, under the Department of Art and Culture, Government of Goa. It is organized annually to encourage and promote theatre activities among Goan institutions. Participation is invited through press notes published in local newspapers. Goan institutions registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, with renewed registration, are eligible to participate. Under this scheme, participating institutions are reimbursed for to and fro transport charges for two vehicles for carrying artistes and stage materials as per government rates and Kala Academy norms.

Benefits
• An auditorium with permissible infrastructure is provided free of charge.
• 80% of gate collection from ticket sales is given to participating institutions.
• Prizes are awarded by a panel of judges.
• Main Competition Prizes
• 1st Prize: ₹1,00,000/-; 2nd Prize: ₹75,000/-; 3rd Prize: ₹50,000/-
• Two Consolation Prizes (subject to 10+ performances): ₹25,000/- each
• Direction Category
• 1st Prize: ₹10,000/-; 2nd Prize: ₹7,000/-; 3rd Prize: ₹5,000/-
• Individual Acting (Male)
• 1st Prize: ₹7,000/-; 2nd Prize: ₹5,000/-
• Individual Acting (Female)
• 1st Prize: ₹7,000/-; 2nd Prize: ₹5,000/-
• Technical Awards
• Stage Design/Setting: ₹5,000/-; Lighting: ₹5,000/-; Costumes: ₹5,000/-; Background Music: ₹5,000/-; Make-up: ₹5,000/-
• Script Writing Awards
• 1st Prize: ₹10,000/-; 2nd Prize: ₹7,000/-; Translated/Adapted Script: ₹10,000/-

Eligibility Criteria
1. The institution’s registration must be active and valid at the time of application.
2. The institution should be registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should take a printout of the prescribed format of the application form available on the official website of Kala Academy, Goa.
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Step 1: The interested applicant should take a printout of the prescribed format of the application form available on the official website of Kala Academy, Goa.

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Member Secretary, Kala Academy, Goa.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Member Secretary, Kala Academy, Goa.

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (i…
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*Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.
*Entries are also invited by releasing press notes in local dailies.
Entry to Public: Tickets of ₹ 50/- are charged for admission to each show.
Authority for Redressal of Grievances: Member Secretary/Chairman, Kala Academy, Goa.

Required Documents
• Copy of Renewed Registration Certificate
• _* There is an entry fee ₹500/- and a security deposit ₹5,000/- which is refundable._

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the eligibility criteria for institutions to participate in the drama competition?
A: Only Goan institutions registered under the Societies Registration Act 1860, with renewed registration certificates, are eligible to participate.

Q: What documents must be submitted along with the entry form for participation?
A: A photocopy of the renewed registration certificate and the prescribed entry form must be submitted within the given deadline.

Q: Is there any fee required to participate in the competition, and is any part of it refundable?
A: An entry fee of ₹500/- and a refundable security deposit of ₹5,000/- must be paid for participation.

Q: How are transport expenses handled for participating institutions during the competition?
A: To-and-fro transport charges for two vehicles, as per government rates, are provided for transporting artists and stage materials.

Q: What kind of venue support is provided to participating institutions for their performances?
A: An auditorium with permissible infrastructure is provided free of charge as per Kala Academy’s rules.

Q: Is there any financial benefit for institutions from ticket sales during their performance?
A: Participating institutions receive 80% of the gate collection from the sale of tickets for their respective shows.

Q: What is the prize money for the winning institution securing the first position?
A: The first prize for the best performance is ₹1,00,000/-.

Q: How much is the second prize for institutions in the main competition category?
A: The second prize for performance is ₹75,000/-.

Q: What is the prize amount awarded for the third-best performance in the competition?
A: The third prize for performance is ₹50,000/-.

Q: Are there any consolation prizes, and what is the amount awarded for each?
A: Two consolation prizes of ₹25,000/- each are awarded if there are more than 10 performances.

Q: What is the prize money for the best direction in the competition?
A: The first prize for direction is ₹10,000/-, followed by ₹7,000/- and ₹5,000/- for second and third places.

Q: Where should the application form and required documents be submitted for participation?
A: Applications must be addressed to the Member Secretary, Kala Academy, Goa.

Q: How much is the ticket price for the public to attend each show in the competition?
A: Tickets are priced at ₹50/- per show for public admission.

Q: Who can be contacted in case of any grievances related to the competition?
A: Grievances can be addressed to the Member Secretary or Chairman of Kala Academy, Goa.