Saib Rocha

Domingos José "Saib" Rocha (23 August 1898 – 28 April 1972), also known as A. J. Rocha, was an Indian playwright, theatre director, and actor known for his work in tiatr productions. Referred to as the "Lion of the Konkani stage", Rocha was a leading Konkani theatre practitioner from 1916 to 1941. One of the greatest Konkani playwrights and directors,

Rocha's interest in the Konkani tiatr was sparked during his stay in Bombay in 1910, where he had the opportunity to witness several Konkani tiatrs written and directed by figures such as L.C.D. Braganza (also known as Rama), Douglas Fernandes, Sebastiao Gabriel D'Souza (alias Karachiwala), Lucasinho Ribeiro, and Rogaciano D'Souza. These experiences left a profound impact on Rocha, igniting his passion for writing and directing Konkani tiatrs. With his solid academic background, proficiency in English, and a natural affinity for the Konkani stage, Rocha embarked on his ambitious endeavor. Rocha initiated the creation of his first Konkani tiatr, titled Zenoveva de Brabão. However, in the midst of this undertaking, Rocha received a job offer in Basrah, compelling him to temporarily depart from Bombay. While in the Gulf, the outbreak of the First World War prompted Rocha's return to Bombay.

As a student of drama, Rocha developed a particular affinity for the works of William Shakespeare. In 1935, he undertook the translation and production of Romeo and Juliet in the Konkani language. Rocha extensively toured with the Union Jack Dramatic Company, leaving an imprint on various locales. Portuguese newspapers of the time documented the troupe's visit to Goa in 1926, where they staged tiatrs at the Eden Cinema Theatre in Pangim (later known as Cine National) and the Clube Harmonia Hall in Borda, Goa. His works primarily found their stage in Bombay. 1929 Imperador Carlos Magno Ani Bara Par Fransache Actor

Doth Writer/director Restaged in 1934 Mea Culpa Writer/director

Mr. Bardez ani Mr. Salcete Writer/director First Prize Writer

Share Holders Night Director Tiatr production

Son of Jeruzalem Writer/director Restaged in 1948 Visronk Dukh-Khont Director White Rose Garden Vo Dhovea Gulabachi Bag Actor

Romeo and Juliet Writer/director Konkani language adaptation

Dubavi Ghorcarn Writer/director Restaged in 1946, 1966 Ek Oklek Teg Noure Director

Addangi Choli ani Patrador Cholo Director Dona Enestina vo Sounsar Jiklim Hanv Director 1944 Sezareachim Kizilam Director Gupit Cazar Writer/director Mog ani Krim Writer/director Restaged in 1963 Calsad Nouro Writer/director Ghor Zanvoim Writer/director Restaged in 1964 Aunkarancho Sounsar Writer/director