Ian Inoy considers the beginning of his serious foray into the world of art to be 2019. It was, as he explains to me, when he first got into the art scene—although he had joined a group exhibit in 2014, out of mere curiosity. It was not a coincidence, perhaps, that the first time I featured Ian...
After the success of Rama, Hari, Alice Reyes Dance Philippines presents Carmen and other spirit. Running from Oct. 20 to 21 at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater, the program is top-billed by Carmen, another masterpiece by National Artist for Dance, Alice Reyes. Springing off from...
A project dedicated to developing nurturers and children that are grounded in our Philippine songs and hele, the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) is set to re-launch “Himig Himbing: Mga Heleng Atin” on Nov. 5, 2023, at the Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (TIG). Developed by the CCP Arts...
Gus Albor Minimalism says a lot. While that sounds contradicting, it really is not. Minimalists distill reality into its most austere version, incorporating everything it has to say by not saying a lot about it. And in the case of Gus Albor’s latest solo exhibit, there is much to be said about...
The White Room Gallery at Seameo Innotech. In celebration of the National Museums and Galleries Month, Seamo Innotech launched the second group art exhibition of its White Room Gallery titled, “Don We Now Our Gay Apparel.” Well-known figures, art enthusiasts, and cultural aficionados, attended...
Dive deeply into contemporary dance with the return of CCP Choreographers Series’ NeoFilipino on Oct. 20, 21 and 22, 2023, at the Tanghalang Ignacio B. Gimenez (CCP Blackbox Theater). The third and final tier of the CCP Choreographers’ Series, NeoFilipino is a platform for established artists...
Artist Carlo Tanseco introduces a fresh series of paintings in his 7th solo exhibit, inviting us to embark on a mesmerizing visual exploration of our wellsprings of nostalgia. Commencing on Sunday, Oct. 17 at the J Studio Gallery, this exhibition holds a dual significance, as it also marks...
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of podcasts as the Philippines hosts its first ever podcast festival, Hear For It. Designed to unite the thriving local podcast community, Hear For It brings together talented creators, experienced producers, and enthusiastic fans like never before. The...
Universities in Metro Manila are known for their excellence across academic disciplines, boasting top-notch facilities, and engaging in valuable research. Nestled within these centers of intellectual pursuit are rooms and halls that exhibit unique attractions, provide visitor information, and...
In celebration of Museums and Galleries Month, the Ayala Foundation is organizing lectures and immersive activities at the Ayala Museum, with the aim of encouraging people to learn more about Philippine arts, culture, and history. Staying true to its commitment of upholding "Faith in the Filipino,"...
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda on Wednesday, October 4 led the revival of the National Arts and Crafts Fair (NACF) after a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic. Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Alfredo Pascual,...
There is something exciting (or even anxiety-inducing) about reconnecting with someone you have not seen in a long time. Even the mere thought of it is enough to rattle or rile someone. The same, perhaps, can be said of these eight artists when the idea of exhibiting together after 30 years of not...
