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{{Short description|Indian actor and composer (1921–1978)}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=January 2025}}
{{Use Indian English|date=January 2025}}
{{Infobox person
| name = João Inacio
| image = João Inacio.jpg
| caption = De Souza in the attire of ''[[Military ranks of Portugal#Other ranks|Primeiro-cabo]]''
| birth_place = [[Vasco da Gama, Goa]], [[Portuguese India]], [[Portuguese Empire]] (now in India)
| birth_date = {{birth date|1921|7|2|df=y}}
| death_place = Vasco da Gama, Goa, India
| death_date = {{death date and age|1978|6|1|1921|7|2|df=y}}
| occupation = {{hlist|Actor|composer|singer|playwright|theatre director}}
| known_for = Playing the role of a [[Portuguese police]] officer in ''[[tiatr]]s''
}}

'''João Inacio De Souza''' ([[né]] '''Inacio'''; 2 July 1921 – 1 June 1978) was an Indian theatre actor, composer, singer, playwright, and [[theatre director]] who worked on the [[Tiatr|Konkani stage]].

==Career==
De Souza, a figure in the realm of [[Goan]] [[musical theater]] known as ''[[tiatr]]'', had a career intertwined with the [[Mormugao Port Trust]] (M.P.T; presently referred to as Mormugao Port Authority) in the city of [[Vasco da Gama, Goa]] as stated by writer Fausto V. da Costa in the book ''TIATR 125th Anniversary Commemorative Volume''. While there is limited information available about De Souza, his contributions as a playwright and performer are known. De Souza's talent as a ''[[tiatrist]]'', or ''tiatr'' performer, was evident in his portrayal of various [[character role]]s, including those of a [[landlord]] (''bhattkar''), a traditional farmer ([[kunbi]]), and individuals belonging to the [[Hindu]] community. However, it was his portrayal of a [[Portuguese police]] officer or [[First corporal]] of the [[Portuguese Army]] (''[[Military ranks of Portugal#Other ranks|Primeiro-cabo]]'') that garnered particular acclaim. De Souza's command of the Portuguese language, authoritative voice, authentic police uniform (''fardamento''), and distinct style contributed to his excellence in this role. His performances in popular ''tiatrs'' such as [[Nelson Afonso]]'s [[Political drama|politically themed]] ''Nationalist'' and the popular ''Almas de Outro Mundo'' (Souls from Another World) showcased his memorable depiction of the Portuguese police officer [[Stock character|character archetype]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=da Costa |first=Fausto V. |title=TIATR 125th Anniversary Commemorative Volume |publisher=[[Tiatr Academy of Goa]] |year=2019 |location=[[Panaji, Goa]] |pages=31,75}}</ref> In addition to his skills as a performer, De Souza displayed prowess as a composer and singer, specializing in [[Konkani language|Konkani]] ''[[Goan music|kantaram]]'' (songs).<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=24 July 2012 |title=Somplolea Tiatristancho Ugddas to be held on 25th July |url=https://tiatracademyofgoa.com/ |access-date=2024-03-29 |website=Tiatr Academy of Goa|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110210194355/https://tiatracademyofgoa.com/ |archive-date=2011-02-10 }}</ref>

De Souza's musical contributions extended beyond [[solo (music)|solos]], encompassing [[trio (music)|trios]], [[quartet]]s, and [[quintet]]s, which solidified his standing as a popular figure in ''tiatr'' [[side-show]]s. Several of De Souza's compositions, including "Kazar Borem" and "Sukh Bhogxi," were recorded by the British [[record label]] [[His Master's Voice (British record label)|His Master's Voice]]. De Souza was a multifaceted artist known for his contributions as a playwright and director in the realm of ''tiatr'', a popular form of musical theater in [[Goa]]. His works encompassed several ''tiatrs'', including ''Kumpar Mhojer Demand Kela'' (Lover has demanded me), ''Sukh'' (Happiness), and ''Kednach Polleunk Nam'' (Never did I witness), among others. Of particular significance was De Souza's theatrical production, ''Kumpar Mhojer Demand Kela'', which served as a pivotal platform for the emergence of Antonio Francisco Fernandes, a Konkani actor and musician professionally known as Tony Sax. The ''tiatr'' was overseen by Konkani singer and composer [[Minguel Rod]]. Hailing from the city of [[Sanguem]], Goa, Fernandes showcased his skills in this ''tiatr'', leading to recognition from popular figures within the ''tiatr'' community.<ref name=":0" /> In June 1995, De Souza's impact on the ''tiatr'' landscape was further acknowledged when he was among those early ''tiatrists'' of the yesteryears who were featured in the 'List of artists that cannot be forgotten,' a compilation by writer and historian [[Wilson Mazarello]], published in 2000.<ref>{{Cite book |last=Mazarello |first=Wilson |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=K-1PAQAAIAAJ |title=100 Years of Konkani Tiatro |date=2000 |publisher=Government of Goa, Directorate of Art & Culture |pages=191 |language=en |access-date=2024-03-29 |archive-date=2024-01-07 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240107200151/https://books.google.com/books?id=K-1PAQAAIAAJ |url-status=live }}</ref>

==Personal life==
João Inacio De Souza was born as João Inacio on 2 July 1921 in [[Vasco da Gama, Goa]], which was part of [[Portuguese India]] during the [[Portuguese Empire]]. He was born to a [[single father]], José Inacio, into a [[Catholic]] family who was settled in the city of Vasco da Gama at the time of De Souza's birth.<ref>{{Cite web |date=30 June 2006 |title=Registo De Nascimento |url=https://goaonline.gov.in/Appln/UIL/BirthDeathCertificate_af?__Key=&_Mode=B&__cscKey= |access-date=10 August 2023 |website=Goa Online |archive-date=10 August 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230810131321/https://goaonline.gov.in/HomePage |url-status=live}}</ref> On 1 June 1978, De Souza died in his hometown at the locality of Vaddem in Vasco da Gama, Goa.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2 June 1978|title=Directorate of planning, statistics and evaluation and office of the chief registrar of births and deaths |url=https://rbd.goa.gov.in/Certificate/DeathCertificate.aspx#aSearch |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240123154022/https://rbd.goa.gov.in/ErrorPage/500.htm?aspxerrorpath=/Certificate/DeathCertificate.aspx#aSearch |archive-date=23 January 2024 |access-date=29 December 2023 |website=Goa Online}}</ref>

==Legacy==
On 25 July 2012, the [[Tiatr Academy of Goa]] (TAG) organized a monthly program entitled "Somplolea Tiatristancho Ugddas" at the Black Box, Ravindra Bhavan in [[Margao, Goa]]. The purpose of the event was to pay tribute to ''[[tiatr]]'' artistes who had died and had made significant contributions to the development of ''tiatr'', a form of [[Goan]] [[musical theater]]. Alongside De Souza, the other popular artists who were remembered during the program were A. M. B. Rose, [[Aleixinho De Candolim]], Domnick Vaz, [[Carmo Rod]], Freddy J. Da Costa, Antonio Moraes, and Thomas Aguelino Fernandes (Peter Champion). ''Tiatr'' artistes [[John Claro]] and [[Tomazinho Cardozo]], the former President of TAG, delivered speeches highlighting the accomplishments and artistic contributions of these late ''tiatr'' artistes. Additionally, Socorro de Santa Cruz, a ''tiatr'' performer, performed some of the songs composed by the deceased artists.<ref name=":1" />

On 25 July 2018, the Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) organized a special program called "Somplolea Tiatristancho Ugddas" at the Black Box, Ravindra Bhavan in Margao. The primary objective of the event was to honor deceased ''tiatr'' artistes who were born in the month of July and to recognize their significant contributions to the field of ''tiatr''. Alongside De Souza, the event commemorated the achievements and artistic legacies of A. M. B. Rose, Carmo Rod, Aleixinho De Candolim, Freddy J. Da Costa, Miss Julie, Antonio Moraes, Dominic Vaz, Peter Champion, John Mestri, Frank Borges, Caetano Da Costa, [[Lawrence de Tiracol]], and [[Maestro Josinho]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Times |first=Navhind |date=2018-07-22 |title=TAG to remember tiatr artistes of yesteryears – The Navhind Times |work=The Navhind Times | Goa News |url=https://www.navhindtimes.in/2018/07/22/magazines/buzz/tag-to-remember-tiatr-artistes-of-yesteryears-2/ |access-date=2024-03-29 |language=en-US |archive-date=2024-01-08 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240108122125/https://www.navhindtimes.in/2018/07/22/magazines/buzz/tag-to-remember-tiatr-artistes-of-yesteryears-2/ |url-status=live }}</ref>

On 30 July 2019, the [[Tiatr Academy of Goa]] (TAG) organized the monthly program "Somplolea Tiatristancho Ugddas" at the Black Box, Ravindra Bhavan in [[Margao]]. The event served as a platform to remember late ''tiatr'' artistes who were born in the month of July and to acknowledge their significant contributions to the ''tiatr'' tradition. In addition to De Souza, the program paid tribute to A. M. B. Rose, [[Aleixinho De Candolim]], Domnick Vaz, [[Carmo Rod]], Antonio Moraes, Freddy J. Da Costa, Thomas Aquelino Fernandes (Peter Champion), Joao Sebastiao Sequeira (John Mestri), Francisco Borges (Frank Borges), Caetano Da Costa, Lawrence de Tiracol, Miss Julie, Maestro Josinho, Manoel S Noronha, and Bonaventure D'Pietro.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Desk |first=N. T. |date=2019-07-28 |title=Remembering tiatrists of yesteryears – The Navhind Times |work=The Navhind Times | Goa News |url=https://www.navhindtimes.in/2019/07/28/magazines/buzz/remembering-tiatrists-of-yesteryears/ |access-date=2024-03-29 |language=en-US}}</ref> The event featured performances by Ryan Borges and Nicia Delicia Gomes, who presented songs composed by the late artistes, accompanied by the musical arrangements of Melroy Rodrigues. Mafaldina Moreira from TAG provided live sketches of the late ''tiatr'' performers and also delivered the closing remarks on behalf of the organisation.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Desk |first=N. T. |date=2019-08-04 |title=Late tiatr artistes remembered – The Navhind Times |work=The Navhind Times | Goa News |url=https://www.navhindtimes.in/2019/08/04/goanews/245846-2/ |access-date=2024-03-29 |language=en-US |archive-date=2021-01-17 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210117190839/https://www.navhindtimes.in/2019/08/04/goanews/245846-2/ |url-status=live }}</ref>

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