Alfred Bennis Creations Hosted 16th Stan Nite at Bondel

Mangaluru: On February 4, 2024, the 16th Stan Nite was held on the St Lawrence English Medium School grounds at Bondel by Alfred Bennis Creations, Mangaluru and St Lawrence Cultural Committee, in support of the St Lawrence Church project.

The programme commenced at 6 p.m. Various entertainment performances were displayed by the artists.

Stany Mendonca, Joseph Mathias, Elton Pinto, Adolf J, Alywn Noronha, Jason Lobo, Adline Pinto, Varna Dsouza, Velita Lobo, Sasha Dsouza, Joswin and Pappan Calicut on Keyboard and Lead Guitar, Bass Guitar- Joel Dsouza, Sax and Flute –Reuben Machado, Trumpet-Nizel, Rhythm Pad-Ganesh Babu, Tabla-Dholak and Congo-Veekshit entertained the gathering with their enchanting music and Konkani melodies.

Sound and Lights: Chris Electronics, Artists from Memory and friends lightened the atmosphere with their humorous acts. The audience was awestruck by the brilliant dance performance by Urban Groove
Rev.Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza Parish priest of Bondel Church presided over the programme.

He thanked Stany Mendonca as well as Alfred Bennis for presenting the Stan Nite for a noble cause. He further said that the funds generated by the show will be utilized for the Church project of St Lawrence Church.

Roy Castelino the chief guest spoke: Tonight, we are all witnesses to the extraordinary work of Alfred Benny’s Creation whose passion and creativity have brought us together in this moment of celebration.

As we embark on this inspiring church project, I extend my heartfelt best wishes to each member of the dedicated team involved.

Rev Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza, Roy Castelino (chief guest, Louis J Pinto (President, Mandd Sobhann), Joseph Mathias (Entrepreneur), Ravi Pinto- UK, Alfred Benny’s (Organiser), Stany Mendonca, Alwyn Rodrigues, Santhosh and Andrea Menezes, Dr Preethi Keerthi D’Souza-Conveyor Cultural Committee, John D’Silva Vice president PPC Bondel, Felix Moras-Angelore were present on the dais.

A cheque of Rs 5 lakhs was handed over to Rev. Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza Parish Priest, St Lawrence Church Bondel by Alfred Benny’s (organiser), and Stany Mendonca.

The programme was compered by Leslie Rego. Dr Preethi Keerthi D’Souza delivered the vote of thanks. The audience appreciated the brilliant performances.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing audience, supporters, well-wishers. Your unwavering support, warm wishes, and enthusiastic presence elevated the event to extraordinary heights. Each clap, cheer, and smile from you fueled our passion and made the experience truly remarkable. Thank you for being an integral part of this unforgettable 16th stannite!”