Hundreds of artists will gather across 43 stages nationwide this June for the 2023 edition of Fête de la Musique Philippines. The festival, which is now in its 29th year, is broadening its horizons to advocate for our oceans. "In spite of all our differences, music - just like the oceans - connects...
A new publishing house in town has a very unique vision. Exploding Galaxies, the brainchild and passion project of Mara Sy-Coson, is out to unearth forgotten masterpieces of Philippine literary fiction and give them a new lease on life. This is an ambitious value proposition, as even in the best of...
A star-studded cast of today's top Filipino musicians and theater performers will take on major roles in the re-staging of the hit Filipino rock opera ballet, "Rama, Hari." The production features direction and choreography by National Artist Alice Reyes, music by National Artist Ryan Cayabyab,...
The featured artists with Professor Jerry R. Yapo The month of May celebrated two groups of people that society would not be able to function without: laborers and mothers. These identities often intersect, as many laborers are mothers who work inside and outside the home. Exploring the concept of...
Pepe Mendoza pushed the boundaries of portraiture in his recently-concluded exhibit in Gallery 928 “Grace in Brokenness,” inspired by his personal experience during the pandemic. Having witnessed his wife’s unwavering dedication and selflessness while they both battled Covid-19, Mendoza...
“Hymen, oh Hyménée!” by Juan Luna The Ayala Museum recently unveiled a long-lost national treasure. “Hymen, oh Hyménée!,” by Juan Luna was revealed to select guests at the Ayala Museum on Friday, June 9. The painting, which was last seen in public in Paris 132 years ago, is considered...
Pop culture enthusiasts, get ready for an exciting event you don't want to miss! The ultimate destination for collectors of all types - Collectors Con 2023, is happening on June 6 to 25 at The Block Atrium. Expect exciting and fresh drops with over a hundred collectibles of your favorite epic...
Conrad Manila unveils the 24th edition of its highly-acclaimed "Of Art and Wine" exhibit. Titled "Crossroads," the much-anticipated exhibit launch showcases the works of six abstractionists, namely: Fitz Herrera, Binong Javier, Marlon Magbanua, Coeli Manese, Bea Policarpio, and Resty Tica. In...
'Summer Fields,' triptych, 5ft x 12ft, acrylic on canvas, 2023 There are many reasons for someone to cultivate a garden , whether to grow his own food or simply as a hobby, but for Rick Hernandez, it’s more than that. In his sixth solo exhibition titled “A Patch, A Field, A Garden,” the...
Regarding a person’s creativity, age is usually not a problem to overcome. In fact, the maturity that comes with age can add a sense of nostalgia to one’s work that can resonate with viewers. Artist Rolando Delos Santos brings this nostalgia to his paintings that evoke a more genteel time, one...
SM North presents The Space Museum, an exhilarating cosmic journey that promises a one-of-a-kind adventure. This cutting-edge multimedia art destination offers a captivating experience for both mall-goers and content creators alike. Located on the second level of SM North Edsa's North Towers, The...
The National Book Development Board (NBDB) launched the Philippine Book Festival (PBF) on June 2, 2023, at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. The festival is a celebration of Filipino literature and culture, and it features a wide variety of books from Filipino authors and publishers. The...