From his early days as a child artist to his portrayal of diverse roles such as an attractive lady, a toddy tapper, a policeman, a villain, and a hero, D'Silva demonstrated his talent and versatility in the tiatr industry.
His ability to adapt to any role assigned to him earned him the nickname "Man of a Thousand Faces", given to him by prominent figures like Froilano Machado, the speaker of the Goa, Daman and Diu Legislative Assembly, and Bonaventure D'Pietro.
[3] During his long-term collaboration with Nevel Gracias, a tiatr playwright whom D'Silva worked with for twelve consecutive years, he portrayed four different characters.
Marcus Mergulhao of The Times of India writes, D'Silva seizes every opportunity to showcase his singing talent, using his voice and lyrics to great effect.
[3] During his teenage years, D'Silva was introduced to the Konkani stage when he was chosen to sing "Khad-mixeo," a song by Young Menezes, for a play at the Colva Church during a local feast.
This event marked his debut as a child artist in Felicio Cardozo's Apounnem (Call) in 1949,[4] launching his career on the Konkani stage.
D'Silva had the privilege of collaborating with prominent playwrights in Goa, which included M. Boyer, Prem Kumar, Remmie Colaco, John Claro, Jacinto Vaz, and Aristides Dias.
[3] In an interview, D'Silva mentioned that he had enacted every type of role and enjoyed them all, although he admitted he never particularly liked wearing the khaki dress associated with Indian policemen.
Some of these works include Kazari Irmanv (Married Brother), Hench Tuka Favo (You Deserve This), Dennem (Blessing), Bongleachi Zali Ximiter (Bungalow Turned Cemetery), Loz Naslolo (Shameless), Mannkam Motiam, Mog (Love), Ganzil, Buniad (Foundation), Pixem (Crazy), Utor ani Upkar (Word And Favour), Kalliz (Heart), and Serial.
[3] Beyond his home state of Goa, D'Silva has showcased his acting and singing skills in performances held in Mumbai, Karwar, and Malvan.
He has participated in numerous tiatrs written by prominent playwrights such as M. Boyer, C. Alvares, Jacinto Vaz, Prem Kumar, Remmie Colaco, Robin Vaz, D'Lima, Aristides Dias, Rico Rod, John Claro, Anton Moraes, H Briton, Rosario Rodrigues, Patrick Dourado, Roseferns, Pascoal Rodrigues, Maxcy Pereira, and Nevel Gracias.
D'Silva has expressed admiration for several actors, including C. Alvares, Minguel Rod, Cecilia Machado, Ophelia, Jessie Dias, Felcy, and Sharon Mazarello.
In an interview with The Times of India, D'Silva emphasized his commitment to his craft and stated that he would continue performing as long as he felt valued by his audience.
[3] During a performance of Aristides Dias' play Doulot (Wealth) at Mumbai's Rang Mandir theater, an incident unfolded involving D'Silva, who was cast in the role of a villain.