As expected, “Ibarra” drew curiosity with Piolo Pascual in the lead role in a musical that tackles the weighty topics of oppression and revolution, an attempt by the actor to shed his image as "pambansang papa." No doubt he can act, but can he sing? Like, sing on the theater stage, which is...
Marking Independence Day 2023, luminaries from different societies gathered to celebrate Filipino artistry at The Peninsula Manila. The Mega Ball 2023: Art+Fashion recognized the prominent names and powerful figures in the world of fashion and art, who represent the finest in the Philippines'...
AN INTRICATE PROCESS Weavers use a loom machine and carefully take into account each line of the fabric to create the proper pattern Nothing shows a country’s identity more than the cultural traditions it has preserved through the years. Likha is an artisanal exhibit celebrating traditional...
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...
THE ART OF WEBTOON-MAKING Korean illustrator Na Seung Hoon works on a webtoon, a serialized digital comic that comes from South Korea Basic Practices: *Storytelling through Drawing*, an intensive workshop facilitated by globally-renowned Korean illustrator Na Seung Hoon, guided young Filipino...
“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...
GRACEFUL MOVES Skilled Tausug dancers showcase their skills during the Pangalay competition, an activity under Zamboanga City's Summer Verano Festival (Zamboanga City LGU photo) Recently a lawmaker friend called to consult me about the cultural mapping of her district. All I could say was,...
