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The Goa Open Arts Festival, launched in 2020, is back for its second edition at Panjim’s historic Maquinez Palace (Old GMC). The festival showcases local talents spanning visual arts, music, spoken word, performance, and films. Featuring an expanded venue and programme with curated live performances by guest experts, the festiva<\/a>l targets engagement from local and statewide audiences.<\/p>\n

The upcoming edition will highlight renowned Goan artists like Pradeep Naik, Swapnesh Vaigankar, and Rajendra A. Mardolkar in sculpture, print, and performance, alongside Bharat Sikka, Vinita Barretto, and others exploring diverse media. The Dhaee Aakhar group enlivens Goan oral histories through immersive poetry and folk song performances. An installation honouring Wendell Rodricks by MODA Goa museum and Satyajit Vetoskar will feature prominently. With the inclusion of guest curators like Aviv Pereira for music, Rochelle D\u2019Silva for poetry\/spoken word, Sachin Chatte for film and Insia Lacewalla for food\/experiences, the festival promises culturally rooted, enhanced experiences.<\/p>\n

Driven by inclusivity and accessibility, the festival serves as a launchpad for emerging artists, promoting diversity via open calls<\/a> and offering exposure to new talents across Goa. Goa Open Arts remains dedicated to fostering dialogue, championing local issues, and nurturing a vibrant artistic community.<\/p>\n

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