CCP MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR FY 2019 (January-December 2019)
FESTIVALS (multi-venue, multi-arts)
PASINAYA 2019: PALABAS (THE CCP OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL) No. of Shows: 224 shows No. of performers: 7,691 performers (186 groups, 98 individuals) No. of Audience: 12,131 No. of Viewership:111,706
Description: For its 15th year, the Pasinaya, the biggest multi arts festival in the Philippines, is now three days - one day workshop and two days of performances featuring the participation of thousandsof artists and hundreds of artistic and cultural groups in the Philippines. It offered to the public a unique- “Pay what you can, See all you can” donation scheme the opportunity to enjoy a sneak preview of the CCP Performance Season.
Other cultural sites for the events were the Metropolitan Museum of Manila, Museo Marino, National Museum: National Museum of Fine Arts, National Museum of Anthropology and National Musuem of Natural History; Bahay Tsinoy, Fort Santiago, Casa Manila, Museo Pambata, UP Manila Museum of a History of Ideas, FDCP Cinematheque Manila, Museum of Contemporary Art and Design, 1335 Mabini, Avellana Art Gallery, Gallery Duemila, 98B Collaboratory, Mono 8, DestileriaLimtuaco Museum, Calle Wright, NCCA Gallery and De La Salle College of Saint Benilde Center for Campus Art. 30 vans from the Museum Foundation of the Philippines ferried audiences to partner museums for free.More than 7,000 artists from 186 institution-based, community-based and school-based artistic groups participated in the 2019 CCP Pasinaya.
PALIHAN (Workshop) No. of shows/activities/events:77 workshops(11 venues) No. of facilitators/mentors/teachers: 96 teachers and mentors, 327 artist-teacher facilitators and performers No. of audience participants:8,768;2,065 (warm bodies) PASINAYA PALIHAN is a workshop-all-you-can-and-pay-what-you-can, for a suggested donation price of P50. Participants may go in and out of the different CCP venues to attend the 30-minute workshops in various art disciplines conducted by leading artists, resource persons and teachers.
Recognizing the efforts of our Artistic Programmers offering various workshops from different art fields, this year, we also offered workshops like Deaf Awareness and Filipino Sign Language conducted by the Philippine Federation of the Deaf, Inc. Kawomenan Writing by Katrina Stuart Santiago, Echoing Arts Education Advocacy: The PHSA Experience by Gerry Leonardo.
PASINAYA ARTS MARKET 2019 No. of exhibitors:22 art companies No. of attendees (public): 475 Description: The “2019 CCP PASINAYA Arts Market”is a two-day event that provides opportunity to promote the Arts Company/Groups offerings, trainings, workshops and production/ season of performances. This is a component of the 15thPasinaya Open House Festival.
PERFORMATURA FESTIVAL 2019 Total No. of audience/guests (viewership): 2,226 No. of performers/artists/writers/speakers: 176 No. of partner organizations: 19 Description: Performatura Festival is the CCP’s way of highlighting the rich tapestry of Philippine artistic traditions that leap beyond the written word while welcoming writers and performers from diverse communities of the country. Performatura is a performance literature festival celebrating the intersections of the written word and performance. The word Performatura is a mash up of the word performance and orature or oral literature.
Event Highlights: Aklatan All Filipino Book Fair No. of Participants: 13 book sellers
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Description: Members of Book Development Association of the Philippines were featured in the book fair. The event is co-organized with Ms. Nida Ramirez of Visprint Inc.
Komiks Guild of the Philippines Fair No. of Participants: 10 book sellers Description: Members of Komiks Guild of the Philippines were featured in the book fair. Both commercial and independent komiks publishers joined the event.
CCP Café 1: ResilMojares and Hope Sabanpan-Yu Audience count: 101 Description: Have a light and enjoyable conversation with the National Artist for Literature ResilMojares and Dr. Hope Sabanpan-Yu.
PELITERATURA 1: Ang PaglilitisNi MangSerapio Audience count: 90 Description: Director Khavn Dela Cruz’s film version of Paul Dumol’s classic “Ang PaglilitisniMangSerapio” will be screened for the Intellectual Property Office ofthe Philippines employees.
PAGTUKLAS: Performatura 2019 Opening Ceremony Audience count: 137 Description: A variety show directed by Renz Sevilla which featured CCP VP and Artistic Director Chris Millado, Festival Director Vim Nadera, National Artist ResilMojares, PHSA MusikaIbarang, PHSA SanghiyasPangkatMananayaw, Karl Orit, Criselda Marie L. Go and Sam Roxas-Chua.
Tanghal-Tanghalian led by Kuwit of PHSA Audience count: 160 Description: A set of literary performances from Kuwit of the Philippine High School for the Arts, Claudia Monette Enriquez, and Melanie Ramirez and Jose Tomasito Fernando of National Library of the Philippines. A 15-minute open mic will follow.
LITERATURO 1: Sam Roxas-Chua Description: Sam Roxas-Chua, an international poet, gives lecture-demo about Asemic writing.
TANGHAL-TULA: Elimination Round Description: Spoken word artists and performance poets will have a battle of words at the first ever Tanghal-Tula Performatura Slam Poetry Contest. Hosted by The Makatas.Judges include Joselitodelos Reyes, SkyzxLabastilla and Mark Ghosn
PELITERATURA 2: Balangiga: Howling Wilderness Description: Watch Khavn Dela Cruz’s award-winning “Balangiga: Howling Wilderness” for free and join him for the open forum after the film screening.
ORATURE OVERTURE: Dumagats from Mauban, Quezon Description: Dumagats from Mauban, Quezon staged the story of their hero Gat Uban.
TANGHAL -TULA: Final Round Description: The best among the champion poets competed for the final round of the first ever Tanghal- tulaPerformatura Slam Poetry Contest. Hosted by The Makatas, the final round will also feature performances by AzamRais of Malaysia and Kooky Tuason.
DAY 2
CCP CAFÉ: Lulu Coching and MarabiniCoching-Williamson Audience count: 51 Description: A light and enjoyable conversation about the life and works of The National Artist Francisco V. Coching with daughter Lulu Coching and niece MarabiniCoching-Williamson.
PANUNULAY: National Artist Francisco V. Coching Birth Centennial Show Audience count: 73 Description: A variety show directed by CJ Andaluz which featured Festival Director Vim Nadera, JeralynDevelos of Ang Pinoy Storytellers Group, Remus Villanueva, and komiks creators Danny Acuña, Dave Shaun Garcia, and Randy Valiente.
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TANGHAL-TANGHALIAN led by Tadhana Audience count: 148 Description: A set of literary performances by Sabrina Nicolas, Dzeli Del Mundo, JenilynManzon, Carla Nicoyco, ManingningVilog, Audrey Joy Salvador, JazzminePeña, women spoken word and artists led by Tadhana group in honor of Coching’swomen characters such as Mabini.
COCHING IN HENNA: Noel Batiancia Description: Take home a Coching character as souvenir on your body by getting inked by henna tattoo artist Noel Batiancia for free.
LITERATURO 2: Ernesto Patricio Audience count: 56 Description: Ernesto Patricio, a veteran illustrator, gives a lecture-demo about komiks illustration.
BOOK DISCUSSION 1: Pinoy Reads Pinoy Books Book Club Audience count: 50 No. of Participants: 1 book club Description: Ella Betos of Pinoy Reads Pinoy Books Book Club leads a book discussion about the National Artist Francisco V. Coching’s graphic novel El Indio.
PELITERATURA 3: Lapu-Lapu Audience count: 65 Description: Watch the Lapu-Lapu (1955) film directed by National Artist Lamberto V. Avellana. Join Xiao Chua for the open forum after the screening.
ORATURE OVERTURE 2: Eastern Samar High School students Audience count: 38 Description: Amassing more than five million views on Facebook and You tube, selected students from Eastern Samar read National Artist Francisco V. Coching’s Lapu-Lapu just like a radio drama.
BOOK LAUNCHINGS Audience count: 47 Description: Launched of National Artist Francisco V. Coching’s latest books published by Vibal Foundation and the multiple book launchings of contemporary komiks artists by Randy Valiente .
TIEMPOETRY IN CALLIGRAPHY: LexterVictorio, Peter Sandico and Chloe Arun No. of Participants: 3 calligraphers Description: Take home for free the poetic lines of Edith Tiempo by asking our calligraphers to do their art on your bookmarks, journals or notebook covers.
DAY 3
CCP CAFÉ: RamilDigalGulle and Jaime An Lim Audience count: 101 Description: A light and enjoyable conversation with notable poets RamilDigalGulle and Jaime An Lim about National Artist Edith Tiempo’s life and works.
OPENING CEREMONY: Hymn, Sob, Psalm, National Artist Edith L. TiempoBirth Centennial Exhibit Audience count: 119 Description: Curators Danilo M. Reyes and Gwen Bautista led the opening of the Centennial Exhibit together with readings by Peachy Paderna, Mikael de Lara Co andPadmapani Perez.
TANGHAL-TANGHALIAN 3 led by PakingganPilipinas Audience count: 84 No. of Participants: 4 sets of performers Description: ElyssPunsalan, producer of the Podcast PakingganPilipinas, led a series of reading of Tiempo’s works by Alma Anonas Carpio, Patricia Evangelista, Dr. Noel Pingoy, Carljoe Javier and Kate Osias with dance performances by Dumaguete’s Kahayag Dance Company Philippines, Inc.
LITERATURO 3: Dr. Belen Calingacion Audience count: 68
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Description: Dr. Belen Calingacion, a speech communication professor, gave a workshop about teaching EdithTiempo poetry as material for speech choir performance.
BOOK DISCUSSION 2: Flips Flipping Pages Audience count: 97 Description: GegeSugue and OrlyAgawin of Flips Flipping Pages led a book discussion about Edith Tiempo’s collection of short stories Abide, Joshua, and Other Stories.
PELITERATURA 4: A Nation is Born Audience count: 70 Description: Watch A Nation is Born, by David Griffin believed to be the first film shot in Dumaguete, for free. Film critic Ed Cabagnot discussed the film and the millieu of NA Edith Tiempo after the screening.
ORATURE OVERTURE 3: Azam Rais of Malaysia Audience count: 49 Description: A champion spoken word poet from Malaysia performed live on stage.
PAGSASARA: National Artist Edith Tiempo Birth Centennial Show Audience count: 63 Description: A variety show directed by Domingo Lazam III featured Ralph JustineAlconaba, Shamel Icy Bebita, Hans Christian Baldono, John Diether Amoyo, Julius Val Beringuel, Danielle Esther Lois Sabungan, and Kim Chantal Capones of Kahayag Dance Company Philippines Inc. led by Aiken Emmanuel Quipot. One of the highlights was the projection show of Annie Dennise P. Lumbao with dancer JM Cabling.
VIRGIN LABFEST 15: TITIBOK-TIBOK (June 19-30, 2019) (Co-Production - Tanghalang Pilipino, Writer’s Bloc ) No. of audience:5,357 (66%) Number of performers/artists:83 performing actors; 22 directors; 24 playwrights Description:Now on its 15th year, the annual festival of fresh one-act plays continues to attract theatre- goers with remarkable works by emerging and established playwrights. Established in 2005, the Virgin Labfest aims to provide our playwrights a venue to present their unpublished, untried, untested and unstaged works to theater-going public. Virgin Labfest is a project of the Manila-based playwrights group Writer's Bloc, Inc., acclaimed theater company Tanghalang Pilipino, and the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Other new components of the Festival included a reunion of playwrights, director and actors; a Playwright’s Fair; and a Library Exhibit.
VIRGIN LABFEST 15: TITIBOK-TIBOK (July 2-7, 2019) No. of audience:4,026 (86%) TAT – 3,173(88%); THB - 596 (67%); BAH - 257 (128%) Festival Staff: 158; 23
ANDREA O. VENERACION (AOV) INTERNATIONAL CHORAL FESTIVAL, MANILA 2019 (CCP Production) No. of Production/shows:1 festival; 6 shows No. of audience:4,483 (48%) Festival Staff:106; crew: 23 Number of performers/artists:472 from 12 choirs There were twelve (12) competing choirs in the Festival. Of the competing choirs, two (2) were international and ten (10) were local choirs. POLAND ChórPueri et Puellae Cantores Plocenses PHILIPPINES Chorus Vocales Philippines Don Bosco Makati – Boscorale Far Eastern University Chorale Gloria Patri Singers Miriam College High School Glee Club Philippine Normal University (PNU) Kalibnusan Chorale Philippine Vocal Ensemble St. Paul College Pasig High School Chorale
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Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP) Choral Society
University of Baguio (UB) Voices Chorale Des INDONESIA Voice of Satya Wacana Christian University cri ption: A four-day international choral festival open to choirs from all over the world which will qualify in the following competition categories: Folk Song, Equal Voices and Mixed Choir. Opening and Closing Ceremonies were held on the first and last day, respectively. The festival component included a gala performance by the Philippine Madrigal Singers after the Opening Ceremonies on July 18, 2019.
15TH CINEMALAYA PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL (Co-Production –Cinemalaya Foundation) No. of Activities: 1 festival(206 shows) Audience Count: 51,258 (61%) Artistic Production Staff: 147; crew: 45 Venue/Date/Time: Various CCP Venues, Ayala Malls: Glorietta 4 (Cinema 4), Greenbelt 1 (Cinema 2),Trinoma (TNM) (Cinema 4), UP TownCenter Center (UPTC) (Cinema 1), Market! Market! (Cinema 2), Legaspi City (Cinema 4), Davao City (Cinema 1),Bacolod City (Cinema 2), Vista Mall (Evia), Vista Mall Pampanga, Vista Mall Iloilo, Vista Mall Naga2 - 13 August 2018,10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Description: Established in 2005, Cinemalaya continues to discover, encourage and support the cinematic works of upcoming and veteran Filipino filmmakers who boldly articulate and freely interpret the Philippine experience with fresh insight and artistic integrity.To date, Cinemalaya has supported and promoted the production of Filipino full feature independent films and short films. Many of these films have won awards in local and international competitions and festivals. Through the annual festival, Cinemalaya has showcased over 1,000 works by independent filmmakers including full feature films, shorts, documentaries, Filipino film classics, and art films.
CCP 50TH ANNIVERSARY PROGRAM Unveiling of CCP Markers (CCP Production) No. of Performers: 29 No. of Audience:304 (304%) Description: The unveiling and launching of CCP markers commemorated the important role played by the premiere institution in promoting, preserving and developing the Philippine arts and culture in the past 50 years. It marked the opening of a year-long celebration filled with magnificent festivals, world-class performances, and outstanding showcases in Filipino culture and the arts.
Launching of CCP Commemorative Stamp (CCP Production) No. of Production/ shows:1/1 No. of Performers:9 Audience Count:245 (23%) Artistic/Production Staff:5 Venue/Date/Time: TNA Lobby; 15 October 2019, 3:00 p.m. Names of Artists/Performers: Acapellago and PPO Quintet Description: Launching and unveiling of the CCP Commemorative Stamp in celebration of the CCP 50th anniversary featuring the facade of the CCP main building and the CCP 50th Anniversary logo.
OUT THERE (outreach, regional, and international projects)
PHILIPPINE PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA OUTREACH AND OTHER CONCERTS PPO in Bacolod No. of Audience/guests: 2,000 (Bacolod Convention Center-January 31) 8,000 (Bacolod City Gov’t Center Grounds-Feb.1)
PPO in Antique No. of audience:5,000/The Salacot, San Jose Municipal Plaza, Antique; 30 June 2019, 6:00 p.m. PPO’s outreach concert in Antique was made possible with the support of Congresswoman LorenLegarda, Antique Provincial Governor Rhodora J. Cadiao, San Jose de Buenavista Municipal Mayor Elmer C. Untaran and Pandan Municipal Mayor Plaridel E. Sanchez VI.
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Description: A project of CCP President Mr. Arsenio J. Lizaso, to bring the Orchestra outside of the CCP Main Theater, reaching more people.
PPO Sunsets @ Makiling (CCP Production) No. of audience:10,000 Description: The Cultural Center of the Philippines, in cooperation with the University of the Philippines and Philippine High School for the Arts presented the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Maestros HerminigildoRanera and Yoshikazu Fukumura in a concert on May 4, 2019, 5:00 p.m. at UPLB Freedom Park in Los Baños, Laguna. The outdoor concert was open to the public.
OTHER PPO CONCERTS
PPO in A Rach Concert No. of Audience/guests: 993 (55%) Name of Artists/Performer:Raul M. Sunico, piano; PPO, Yoshikazu Fukumura and HerminigildoRanera, Conductors Description: A fund-raising concert featuring Dr. Raul M. Sunico, world-renowned Filipino concert pianist.In 2003, Dr. Sunico performed “A Rach Concert” from memory in one evening at the CCP, and in 2015, Dr. Sunico performed for a “Concert for AIM, wherehe played the three Tchaikovsky piano concertos from memory at the Philippine National Museum. Proceeds of the concert supported the new batch of studentsscholars of The Sunico Foundation pursuing arts and technology for the school year.
PPO in University of the East No. of Performers:66 No. of Audience/guests:1,000
PPO in Pasinaya Description: Annual festival showcasing the resident companies of CCP, other artists and hundreds of artistic and cultural groups in the Philippines.
PPO’s 45th Anniversary Concert Series Vii: Yoshikazu Fukumura, Conductor; Ray Wang, Cello No. of audience/guests:539 (38% of total capacity) Description: International cellist Ray Wang has performed in musical centers and festivals in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau. His performances have taken him to Chicago, Cremona and Florence, among others. Wang also serves as a music faculty member of the Baptist University and Chinese University of Hong Kong.
PPO in Bocaue, Bulacan No. of performers: 72 No. of audience:2,000 Description:Fresh from its outreach concerts in the provinces of San Jose de Buenavista and Pandan in Antique, the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra went onstage on July 5, 2019, 6:00 pm at the St. Martin of Tours – Poblacion in Bocaue, Bulacan. The PPO outreach concert was undertaken through the efforts of Cultural Center of the Philippines President Arsenio "Nick" Lizaso. Maestros Yoshikazu Fukumura and HerminigildoRaneraconducted the Orchestra in the said concert.
PPO in Puerto Princesa, Palawan No. of Performers:65 No. of Audience:4,500
PPO In Baguio City (An Enchanting Baguio Christmas) No. of Production/Shows: 1/2 No. of Performers: 76 No. of Audience:14,000 Artistic/Production Staff: 10 Names of Artists/Performers: PPO, HerminigildoRanera, conductor; The Nightingales, Bernadette Mamauag, Nerissa De Juan, Nazer Salcedo Venue/Date/ Time: Rose Garden Burnham Park; 24 November 2019, 6:00 p.m. Description:The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO) performed to a full crowd a concert dubbed “An Enchanting Baguio Christmas” held at the Burnham Park Rose Garden in Baguio City. The performance of the country’s leading musical ensemble signaled the opening of the Baguio Christmas Fair filled with curated chalets of Christmas finds, flavors and finery, and activities for all ages. During the program, the audience
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were also serenaded by The Nightingales, Bernadette Mamauag, Nerissa De Juan, and Nazer Salcedo. The concert was put together by CCP President Arsenio J. Lizaso, with the help of Baguio Mayor Benjamin Magalong and the Baguio Tourism Council headed by Ms. Gladys de Vera.
PPO In Kalibo Aklan (An Echanting Evening in Balete) No. of Production/Shows: 1/2 No. of Performers: 74 No. of Audience: Concert: 2,500; Workshop: 250 students Artistic/Production Staff: 10 Names of Artists/Performers: PPO, HerminigildoRanera, conductor; YushikazuFukumura, conductor; The Nightingales Venue/Date/ Time:Concert: Teodoro F. Calizo Sr. Memorial Civic Center; 1 December 2019, 6:00 p.m.Mentoring Workshop: Infant Jesus Academy; 30 November 2019, Description:The PPO arrived in Kalibo, Aklan, on November 30, 2019. The same day, there were mentoring workshops that took place at the Infant Jesus Academy classrooms as part of the outreach program helmed by CCP President Arsenio J. Lizaso. Here, the members of the orchestra were greeted by around 250 students who eagerly brought their respective instruments that day. Those taught include the violin, cello, contrabass, flute, clarinet, saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, guitar, piano, and percussion. Attended by Aklan Vice Governor Atty. Reynaldo M. Quimpo and former Aklan Vice Governor Billie Calizo-Quimpo. This event was brought by CCP President Arsenio J. Lizaso in a joint effort with DeputySpeaker and Antique Congresswoman Loren Legarda, Aklan Governor Florencio T. Miraflores, Aklan Vice Governor Atty. Reynaldo M. Quimpo, and Balete Municipal Mayor Dexter M. Calizo.
PPO In Malacañang (CCP Production) No. of Production/Shows:1/1 No. of Performers:82 No. of Audience: 300 Names of Artists/Performers: PPO (80), HerminigildoRanera& Yoshikazu Fukumura, conductors Venue/Date/ Time:Malacanang Park; 2 December 2019, 5:00 p.m. Description:An outreach program of the Cultural Center of the Philippines under the leadership of itspresident Arsenio J. Lizaso.
PPO In Mall Of Asia (CCP Production) No. of Production/Shows:1/1 No. of Performers:74 No. of Audience: 2,000 Artistic/Production Staff: 4 Names of Artists/Performers: PPO, HerminigildoRanera& Yoshikazu Fukumura, conductors Venue/Date/ Time: Mall of Asia Atrium; 12 December 2019, 4:00 p.m.
B. OTHER CONCERTS
PPO In Manila Pen Christmas Concert (CCP Production) No. of Production/Shows:1/1 No. of Performers:119 No. of Audience:700 Artistic/Production Staff: 5 Names of Artists/Performers: PPO (80),RuggeroBarbeiri, conductor; Gerphil Flores, soprano; Alexa Kaufman, soprano; Miguel Lobato, tenor; Coke Bolipata, violin; UST Singers (34) Venue/Date/ Time: Manila Peninsula, Hotel Lobby; 20 December 2019, 5:00 p.m. Description: The Peninsula Manila, SSI Group, Inc., Philippine Tatler and HSBC usher inthe holiday season with music from well-loved movies that headlines the talents of Gerphil Flores, Miguel Lobato, the USTSingers, and Coke Bolipata with the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestraunder the baton of Maestro Ruggero Barbieri.
Bayanihan In Baguio City (CCP Production) No. of Production/Shows:1/2
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No. of Performers:71 No. of Audience: 2,000 Artistic/Production Staff: 10 Venue/Date/ Time: University of Cordileras Theater; 22 November 2019; 2:00 p.m., Rose GardenBurnham Park; 23 November 2019, 2:00 p.m. Description:Fresh from their win at the first Federation of International Dance Festivals Brazil World Championship, the 15th edition of the Festival Internacional de Folklore de Nova Prata in Rio Grande do Sul, the Bayanihan Philippine National Folk Dance Company performed to the University of Cordilleras crowd heart-pounding dances including the Bangko, Tinikling, Singkil, and PandanggosaIlaw. All performances in Baguio City are part of the outreach project of CCP Arsenio J. Lizaso in cooperation with the University of Cordilleras-Center for Creative Productions.
OTHER PPO CONCERTS Asia In Resonance 2019 Gala Concert No. of performers: 11 No. of audience: no data Venue/Date/ Time:Tokyo Metropolitan Theater; 1 – 4 July 2019 Description: A “One Night Only Special Concert” hosted by the Japan Foundation Asia Centre with more than 80 musicians from five Southeast Asian countries: Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City Ballet Symphony Orchestra and Opera and Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra), Thailand (Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra), Indonesia (Jakarta City Philharmonic and Jakarta Sinfonietta), Myanmar (Myanmar National Symphony Orchestra), Philippines (Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO) and Manila Symphony Orchestra (MSO)), and Japan.The multinational orchestra was conducted by Ken-ichiro Kobayashi, a revered veteran orchestra conductor in Japan who has conducted in key European capitals and recorded with Canyon Classics and Octavia Records. The concert in Tokyo is among the culminating events of the five-year cultural exchange initiative of the Japan Foundation Asia Centre (JFAC) of the Japan government, which has fostered regional collaboration in arts, culture, and Japan studies, especially in Southeast Asia.
Colombian Embassy Concert No. of performers: 71 No. of audience:300 Description: This concert is in celebration of the 200th anniversary of the “Battle of Boyaca” and the 209th Anniversary of the Independence Day of Colombia.
Johannes Strauss Society Inc. Fundraising Concert No. of audience/guests:300 Names of Artists/Performers: PPO, PetrtRitzen, conductor Description: Annual fundraising concert of the Johannes Strauss Society Inc.
15thCinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival No. of Performers: 66 No. of Audience: c/o Cinemalaya Description: A performance of the PPO during the Cinemalaya Closing Ceremonies.
54th Meeting of the Asean Committee On Culture And Information (COCI) No. of Performers: 30 No. of Audience: 181 Description: PPO performance for theOpening Ceremony and Welcome Dinner for the ASEAN-COCI delegates of the 54th Meeting of the ASEAN Committee on Culture and information.
BP’s Swan Lake No. of Performers: 65 No. of Audience: 1,622 (45%) Description: 50th anniversary presentation of Ballet Philippines in cooperation with the PPO.
Sama-Sama Asean (Asean Month Celebration) No. of Performers: 61 No. of Audience:250 Description: The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), led by its Chairman and National Artist Virgilio S. Almario, spearheaded the ASEAN Month Celebration with Sama Sama ASEAN Para Sa Kalikasan (ASEAN, Our One SEA), a free cultural show on 31 August 2019 at the Rizal Park Open Air Auditorium. The multi-arts concert is celebrated in accordance with Proclamation No. 282 (s. 2017)
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declaring August as ASEAN Month. This is also part of the regional commemoration of the 52nd Anniversary of ASEAN.
Celebrations: Ballet Philippines’ 50th Anniversary Outreach Tour No. of No. of Audience/ PARTICULARS VENUE DATE/TIME Performance/ Trainors/ Participants Activities Artists Lecture Demo Kapalong Town 2 July 2019 1 5 61 Square Performance RDR Gym 3 July 2019 1 20 Gen. Public: Tagum, Davao del 3:00 p.m. 1500; Norte Live Streaming Audience: 367 Performance Luce Auditorium 5-6 July 2019 2 20 1,330 Silliman University Dumaguete City Live Streaming Pantawan Area 5 July 2019 1 Gen. Public: 250; Viewing Dumaguete City Live Streaming Audience (online): 3,900 Master Class MEV Studio 6 July 2019 1 5 45 Lecture Demo USLS Coliseum 8 July 2019 1 5 100 Bacolod City Performance USLS Coliseum 9 July 2019 2 20 8,500 Bacolod 3:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. Gen. Public: 200; Live Streaming Kabancalan City, 9 July 2019 2 387 Viewing Sagay City
Description:To celebrate three milestones, the 50th Anniversary of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and Ballet Philippines (BP) and the 40th year of CCP’s Outreach programs, the CCP through its Cultural Exchange Department (CED) brings BP on an outreach tour in selected communities in Mindanao- Visayas this June 28 to July 10, 2019.BP’s 50th Anniversary Outreach Tour is under the LakbaySining Program of the CCP CED in partnership with the CCP KaisasaSining (KSS) Regional Arts Centers with support from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts. Aside from the performances, BP, led by Associate Director Ronelson Yadao, also conducted workshops and lecture demos in the cities of General Santos City, Tagum, Dumaguete & Bacolod.
Sing Philippines Youth Choir (SPYC) Batch 3 Participation in AOV International Choral Festival Manila 2019 Opening Ceremony No. of performers:52 SPYC members No. of audience:589 (41%) Description: The CCP thru its Cultural Exchange Department and the Philippine Madrigal Singers brought together 56 members of the Sing Philippines Youth Choir Batches 1-3 from all over the country for a special participation in the Opening Program of the 2019 Andrea O.Veneracion (AOV) International Choral Festival.
Ugnayan Sa Sining: Community Collaborations, Exchanges, and Tours Visayas Collaborative Production - Pagsaulog (A Celebration of Visayan Culture)
No. of No. of Audience/ PARTICULARS VENUE DATE/TIME Performance/ Trainors/ Participants Activities Artists Performance of Tanghalang A. 25 July 2019 2 35 631 (76%) Artes Baile, Tolentino (Little UVC, and Theater)
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SilayRondalla Lecture Demo Marinduque 27 July 2019 2 35 100 and Performance 200
Description: The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) through its Cultural Exchange Department (CED) presentedthree prominent Visayan Performing groups in “PAGSAULOG: A Celebration of Visayan Culture” on July 25 at 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. With concept and direction by Tanya Lopez, Pagsaulog is an articulation of the Visayan culture through dance, and music which are the core of every Filipino traditional celebration known as fiesta (Spanish word forfestivity). After the CCP run, Pagsaulog moved to Marinduque in Boac from July 26-29, 2019.
Perlas Ng Silangan (Pearl of the Orient Sun) No. of Production/shows: 4 (3 performance, 1 lecture-demo) No. of Performers: 36 No. of Audience:
Particulars Venue Date/Time No. of Performers Audience Performance TAT 10 Oct. 2019 36 591 (76%) 3 pm & 6 pm Outreach Bayombong, Move-over Nueva Viscaya 12 Oct. 2019 2,000 performance 2:00 pm Lecture-Demo Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya 13 Oct. 2019 100
Artistic/ Production Staff: 7; crew: 10 Names of Artists/Performers: IPAG (Integrated Performing Arts Guild) (Iligan City), Maskara Theater Ensemble (Bacolod), Sinukwan Kapampangan Performing Arts (Angeles, Pampanga), Philippine Barangay Folk Dance Troupe Rondalla Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 10 October 2019, 3:00 p.m. &7:00 p.m.; Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya; 12 - 13 October 2019 Description: The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) through its Cultural Exchange Department (CED) presented a collaborative dance drama featuring four leading regional performing groups in “PERLAS NG SILANGAN” (Pearl of the Orient Sun). With concept, music and direction by Dr. Steven Patrick C. Fernandez and choreography by Melvin Pascubillo, this performance captures the centuries of history of the Filipino people encapsulating the spirits of the significant eras that shaped the Filipino and his nation. The production images the glitter of a storied history of the “Pearl of the Orient.” The pearl – revered and desired, and through time aged in an oyster’s shell -- glows in iridescent splendour when struck by the sun. The audience will experience the Philippine story in music, dance and images in the collaborative production.
National Consultation on Arts and Culture No. of Activities: 3 Artistic/ Production Staff: 7
Particulars Venue Date/Time Resource Person Performers Audience/ Participants Consultation on Luzon Phase: Oct. 21, 2019 1 6 32 Arts & Culture Casa San Miguel 9am - 3pm Zambales Visayas Phase: Oct. 21, 2019 1 5 32 Gerry Roxas 9am - 3pm Foundation Centre, Roxas City Mindanao Phase: Oct. 30, 2019 1 9 33 La Salle University 9am - 3pm Ozamis City TOTAL 3 20 97 Description: In part of its 50th Anniversary, the CCP thru its Cultural Exchange Department conducted a national consultation to validate the Center’s strategic goals and gather recommendations that will help in planning and implementing CCP’s programs and activities in the near future.
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Responsiveness This was a good opportunity for us to interact with other organizations and sharing ideas for the future of CCP. – Arvin Jay Bongon, Binan
-Salamat sa CCP at di nakkakalimutan ang mgamaliliitna artist gaya ko. Benig a part of this activity, I wish CCP the best on its 50th anniversary. - Ricky Molo, Aklan. -Bilangisang participant ng unangKutitap, at ngayonbilangisang representative ng aking community, masasabi ko namalakingbahagitalaga ang CCP saakingpagdedelopbilangkatutubo. - Aki Saway, Bukidnon.
10th2019 Kutitap: Isang Piging Ng KabataangMakasining No. of activities:5 (opening program, workshop, showcases, outreach performances, closing program) No.of Participants: 100 indigenous children from various cultural communities No. of Audience :636 No. of staff: 8 Venue/Date/ Time:Koronadal, South Cotabato; 25 - 29 November 2019 Description: A gathering of Filipino children/youth from various cultural communities all over the country for a four-day interactive cultural exchanges and arts activities aimed at enhancing awareness and appreciation for indigenous arts, culture and traditions as well as to promote creativity and positive social values. Kutitap conducted interactive activities which included mini-workshops and showcases (in dance, drama, music, rituals, visual arts, etc.), storytelling, crafting, traditional games, film viewing, group discussions, creative collaboration, educational-exposure tours. Celebrating its 10th year, Kutitap is incelebration of the National Children’s Month and the National Indigenous People’s Month.
Particulars Venue Date/Time Resource Performers Audience/ Person/Trainors Participants Opening Koronadal City Hall Nov. 25, 30 150 Program 2019 7:00 p.m. Workshop The Farm, Nov. 25 - 28 4 86 Proper Koronadal City , 2019 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Interaction Barangay Nov. 26, 150 with Blaan Assumption 2019 Community 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. Outreach Ramon Magsaysay Nov. 27, 30 150 Performance Memorial College 2019 Basic Education 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Closing Koronadal City Hall Nov. 28, 70 100 Program 2019 7:00 p.m. TOTAL 4 100 636
Sing Philippines Youth Choir (SPYC) Regional Music Camp and Outreach Performances (CCP Production) No. of Production/shows: 4 (1 music camp, 3 outreach performances) No. of Audience:
Particulars Venue Date/Time No. of Trainors Audience/Participants SPYC Music Kew Hotel 14 - 19 Dec. 2019 2 36 Camp Outreach CPG Park 15 Dec. 2019 500 Performances 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
ACE Medical 15 Dec. 2019 200 Center 7:30 pm - 8:00 p.m.
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Talibon Cathedral 15 Dec. 2019 500 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Participants: 36 TOTAL 2 Audience: 1,200
Artistic/ Production Staff: 7 Names of Artists/Performers: Sing Philippines Youth Choir Venue/Date/ Time: Visayas Leg: Tagbilaran City; 14 - 19 December 2019 Description: Organized by the CCP Cultural Exchange Department and the Andrea O. Veneracion Sing Philippines Foundation in partnership with Holy Name University, this will be the 2nd leg of the regional music camp for the selected tour group members from Batches 1 to 3 of the Sing Philippines Youth Choir. The music camp and outreach performances are in preparation for SPYC’s first international tour and competition in 2020.
OTHER OUTREACH PRODUCTIONS/PROGRAMS
Kaisa Sa Sining: The CCP Regional Art Centers No. of Activities:3 (general assembly, MOU Signing/participation in the 2019Pasinaya Open House Festival) Description:The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) continues to institutionalize its Kaisa Sa Sining(KSS) partnership program, a flourishing network of Regional Art Centers.Since it was launched in January 2014, the KSS network has already reached a total of forty (40) partnerorganizations allover the country to include 16 organizations from Luzon, 9 from Visayas and 15 from Mindanao.The CCP sealed its cooperation with a new batch of partners and signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the following organizations on Feb. 1, 2019: Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Colleges Marbel-South Cotabato, DMC College Foundation-Dipolog City, Municipality of Sta. Barbara-Iloilo, Marinduque State College, and St. Joseph College-Maasin City, Southern Leyte.
Ugnayan Sa Sining: Community Collaborations, Exchanges and Tours PANAGHABI: Weaving Mindanao’s Triumph of Life TAT: 530 (64%) Move-Over (MSU-Tawi-Tawi): 2,000 Description:CCP run of the regional collaborations under the Ugnayan Sa Sining Program starting with thEMindanao Collaborative production entitled PANAGHABI: Weaving Mindanao’s Triumphs of Life - followed by an outreach move-over in MSU Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanology (TCTO) in Bongao, Tawi-Tawi.
TugonPansining(Service Request Program) Technical assistance and facilitation to various cultural performances. - Pasinaya Eskinita Performances Audience: 27,890; Staff: 6 - Kabataang Gitarista Concert Tondo, National High School; 28 February 2019 Performers: 9, Audience: 200; Staff: 10
2019 Touring The Arts (Lecture Series Workshop) - Mindanao Leg Description: A lecture series on managing local/national/international tours conductedfor artists, cultural workers and art groups in the regions.
LakbaySining Touring Programs (Lecture Series Workshop) - Visayas Leg, Negros Museum Description: A lecture series on managing local/national/international tours conducted for artists, cultural workers and art groups in the regions. No. of participants: 32 No. of artist trainors: 4 Beneficiaries:regional-artist managers/ art groups coordinators and producers
Special Outreach Concert: Symphonic Sunsets @ Makiling Featuring the Manila Symphony Orchestra No. of audience:926 Description: An outreach concert of the Manila Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Jeffrey Solares at theTanghalang Maria Makiling, National Arts Centre, Los Baños, Laguna.Featured soloists include
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Diomedes Saraza Jr. (violin), Dr. Barney Fojas (guitar), Roy Ressurrecion (oboe), and Andrea Versoza (piano).
2019Local Tour Grants Programs Description: Final Selection of performing groups and arts organizations from the regions who are given financial grant of P 75,000 to enable them to implement a short tour of their productions within or outside their community.
TERNOCON 2020 Description: A terno-making convention and competition for emerging Filipino designers and showcase of new ternos by senior designers. The selected finalists undergone a Preparatory Workshop at the CCP in preparation for the competition.
Kaisa Sa Sining (KSS): Regional Art Centers 2019 Apprenticeship Program No. of participants: 20 No. of trainors: 8 Description:The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) through its Cultural Exchange Department welcomes Batch 2 of its KaisasaSining (KSS) Regional Art Centers (RACs) Apprenticeship Program. Batch 2019 members are practitioners from 10 provinces and 8 RACs who undertook theapprenticeship program from June 4-29, 2019.
Good As Gold: Ballet Philippines’ 50th Anniversary Outreach Tour
No. of No. of Audience/ PARTICULARS VENUE DATE/TIME Performance/ Trainors/ Participants Activities Artists 1. Performance South Cotabato 29 June 2019, Gym, Koronadal 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 2 20 7,500 City p.m. 2. Interaction Barangay With B’laan Assumption, 30 June 2019 1 20 200 Community Koronadal City 3. Masterclass RMMC General with Teatro Santos 30 June 2019 1 5 52 Ambahanon
Description: The CCP through its Cultural Exchange Department (CED) brings BP on an outreach tour in selected communities in Mindanao-Visayas this June 28 to July 10, 2019to celebrate three milestones, the 50th Anniversary of the CCP and Ballet Philippines (BP) and the 40th year of CCP’s Outreach programs, the CCP through its Cultural Exchange Department (CED) brings BP on an outreach tour in selected communities in Mindanao-Visayas this June 28 to July 10, 2019.The outreach performances are set on June 29 - 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. at the South Cotabato Gym & Cultural Center; July 3, 4:00 p.m. at the RDR Gym in Tagum City; July 5 - 6, 8:00 p.m. at the Luce Auditorium, Silliman University in Dumaguete City; and July 9, 3:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. at the University of St. La Salle Coliseum in Bacolod City.
Quartet Performance at the 1stCandon Music Festival No. of audience:1,500 Description: A performance of ensemble pieces by the KabataangGitarista Quartet for the 1stCandon Music Festival on May 25, 2019 at the Bagani Campo Concert Grounds, City of Candon, Ilocos Sur. The 1stCandon Music Festival was held from May 23 – 25, 2019 organized by the Local Government of Candon, Ilocos Sur, featured classical, popular and rock music artists and groups.
KAISA SA SINING Teatro Ambahanon’sLiki 4.0: The Fourth Anthology of Works (Venue Grant – Teatro Ambahanon) No. of Performers: 20 No. of Audience: 202 (56%) Description: Mindanao’s foremost contemporary dance-theater group, Teatro Ambahanon, broughtto CCP their production entitled, LIKI 4.0: The fourth Anthology of Works, a curated show that selects choreographic pieces that define the Ambahanon aesthetics: edgy, fresh experimental.
Sing Philippines Youth Choir (SPYC) Regional Music Camp And Other Concerts
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No. of Chorister: 36 No. of Trainors: 4 No. of Audience: Batangas Ilijan Covered Court: 500 Batangas City Convention Center: 400 Description: Composed of 36 singers selected from SPYC batches 1 to 3, the SPYC tour group members came from 24 provinces/communities all over the country. The week-long music camp in Batangas City (Luzon leg), included sessions on singing and breathing techniques, enhancing capabilities of the singer and enabling them to contribute strongly to their respective voice sections. The Sing Philippines movement brings to life the vision of National Artist and MADz founder Andrea Veneracion of a nation singing in harmony and united in songs.
2018 Ternocon Exhibit No. of Artists: 30 No. of Audience: 400 Description: The CCP, Bench and SM Clark brought the Ternocon 2018 Exhibit in Angeles City, Pampanga from August 2 – 9, 219 at the Event Center 3 of the SM Clark. Ternocon 2018 was a terno- making convention and contest for regional designers initiated by the CCP and Bench (Suyen Corporation). The project aimed to encourage the use of theterno as a formal dress, to inspire a new generation of Filipino designers to make ternos that are grounded in history of the Philippine National Dress, and to motivate regional designers to create works that are at par with the construction techniques of senior fashion designers.
IN THE WORKS (beginners, intermediate, advanced workshops and fellowships, recitals)
Arts Management Training For Foreign Service Personnel (Co-Production - Cultural Centre of the Philippines (CCP) and Department of Foreign Affairs-FSI (DFA) Description: The five day training focused on Philippine Society and Culture and Arts Management. The training intends to strengthen the underpinning values of national pride and patriotism of our Foreign Service Officers, as they fulfill their roles as representatives of the country and of the Filipino people.
KABATAANG GITARISTA PERFORMANCES a.Concert at the Far Eastern University Description: A concert of solo and ensemble pieces of varied repertoire featuring the KG Core and Quartet Members at the Far Eastern University (FEU) Auditorium. The concert was part of the celebration of FEU’s 91st Founding Anniversary and the FEU Auditorium’s 70th Birthday.
b.Talk and Performance at the Manila Guitar Festival Description: The Manila Guitar Festival in cooperation with the St. Scholastica’s College School of Music, the Guitar Friends and the Manila Guitar Quartet presented the “Gitara Sa Komunidad” last February 16, 2019 (Saturday) and June 1 at the Corazon Aquino Hall. c.Core Group Lecture-Performance at Tondo High School (Manila) No. of Audience/guests: 230 Description: A Lecture-Performance in classical guitar by the KabataangGitarista Core Group facilitated by Ms. Melissa Mantaring for selected Grade 7 & 8 classes of Tondo High School, Manila.
d. KabataangGitarista Auditions for Batch 8 No. of Mentor: 1 No. of Auditionees: 21 Description: Auditions for the new batch of KabataangGitarista members conducted by Prof. Jose Valdez. e.Lecture on the Benefits of Learning a Musical Instrument No. of Participants: 34 No.of Resource Person: 1 Description: A lecture by Ms. Melissa Mantaring for the parents, teachers and incoming members (Batch 8; 2019) of the KabataangGitarista (KG) on the benefits of learning a musical instrument. This was followed by a duo performance by 2 KG Quartet members and an Open Forum. f.KabataangGitarista 7th Anniversary Recital 1 (KG Batch 6 & 7, KG Bicol, Duo Don Bosco) No. of Performers: 23
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No. of Mentors: 3 No. of Audience/Guests: 128 (85%) Description:A performance of solo and ensemble pieces of classical, Filipino and popular works. The Recital featured the KabataangGitarista Batch 6 (2017) & 7 (2018) members, KabataangGitarista Bicol members with guest performances by the Duo Bosco under the tutelage of KG alumnus Christian Mercader, now faculty member of the Don Bosco Technical Institute.
g. KabataangGitarista 7th Anniversary Recital 1 (KG Core Group Ensemble & KG Quartet) No. of Performers:11 No.of Mentors:1 No. of Audience/Guests: 52 (35%) Description:A performance of solo and ensemble pieces of classical, Filipino and popular works. The Recital features the KG Core Ensemble and the KG Quartet.
a. KabataangGitarista (KG) Quartet Lecture-Concert at New Era University No. of Audience:80 Description: A lecture-concert of solo and ensemble pieces of varied repertoire featuring the KG Quartet Members at the College of Music Performing Arts Theater, New Era University.
b. KabataangGitarista Performance For “Los JovenesGuitarristas” No. of Audience:50 Venue/Date/Time: Corazon Aquino Hall, St. Scholastica’s College Manila, Description: In celebration of the Year of the Youth of the Philippine Catholic Church, GitaraKulasa: A Classical Guitar Concert Series of the SSC School of Music presents “Los JovenesGuitarristas (Youth Guitarists)”. The concert featured three high school classical guitar ensembles, namely, the KabataangGitarista, SSC Senior High School Guitarists and the Bosconian Guitar Ensemble.
c. KabataangGitarista Concert at the GSIS Museum No. of Audience: 100 Description: A performance of ensemble pieces by the KabataangGitarista Core Group and Quartet for the 23rd Anniversary of the GSIS Museum.
LGU-Malay Participation to CCP Pasinaya Open House Festival Description:The Boracay National High School Folk Dance Group and the Malay Tourism Office participation to the various activities during the CCP Pasinaya Open House Festival. This is part of the 3-year MOA with the LGU of Malay, Aklan.
Manila Performing Arts Market (MIPAM) Coaching and Mentoring Session for IndakPilipinas Folk Dance Companies Description: A discussion on Communication, Social Media and Branding to prepare the folk dance companies for the Manila International Performing Arts Market (MIPAM). The CITEM information officers and specialists were tapped as resource persons.
CCP Arts Academy Workshop Masterclass on Dance: Convergence of Dance and Soft Sculptures Description: The CCP Arts Academy: Masterclass on Dance (Conformities/Disfigurations/ReConfigurations) is a partnership between the Cultural Center of the Philippines and the Asian Arts Council, that aims to explore the convergence of dance and soft sculptures. Conceived by Elena Comendador and Elizabeth Roxas-Dobrish who are both Filipino artists and now working with The Ailey School of New York, it was conducted to bring Filipino dancers, choreographers, and movement inventors working in the Philippines and in the US to exchange creative processes and to explore and collaborate with movement possibilities that the sculptural works might induce.
BatangSining Description: On its second year, the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) in partnership with Department of Education Dagupan City Division and LGU City of Dagupan, conducted a five-day creative expression workshop dubbed as “BatangSining” last March 18-22, 2019 for learners in Grades 4 to 6 at Dagupan City National High School (DCNHS) SPA Building and participated by over 38 Elementary schools in the City of Dagupan Division. Twenty-Two (22) Senior High School Arts and Design track students of DCNHS underwent an Immersion Program under the CCP SiningsaEskwela, who served as assistant facilitators and production staff during the BatangSining Program.
Virgin Labfest 15 Writing Fellowship Program Culminating Activity No of Fellows: 10
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No.of Mentors: 1 No. of Stage Directors: 1 No. of Volunteer Actors for Stage Reading: 23 No. of Audience: 136 (136%) Description: The Virgin Labfest 15 Writing Fellowship Program was a two-week mentorship program on the study and practice of dramatic writing for the stage. Responsiveness: The participants were inspired to further develop their craft by writing and submitting plays for next year’s Virgin Labfest.
Business of Performing Arts: Mipam X Create Ph Capacity Building Program No of Participants:267participants (68 pax - CDO, 54 pax - Bacolod, 74 pax - Bulacan, 71 pax - Manila) 158 arts companies (34 arts companies - CDO, 41 arts companies - Bacolod, 42 arts companies - Bulcana, 41 arts companies - Manila) No.of Resource Persons: 5
Artistic/ production staff: 4 CCP Personnel/ 25 staff (5 - CDO, 5 - Bacolod, 12 - Bulacan, 3 - Manila) No. of Host Partner: 4 organizations (2 universities, 1 government agency, 1 private museum) Description: A continued learning seminar designed for artistic directors, company managers, marketing managers, and creative professionals. This will equip them with the proper knowledge to scale up their business design and become competitive in the local and international markets.
SiningAlamin Lecture-Demo on Contemporary Dance No of Participants:70 (Sta. Lucia High School Students QC - 51; Teachers - 9;Parents - 10) Description:As part of the CCP’s commitment to offer engaging activities for audiences, the CCP Arts Education in partnership with the artistic team of the CCP Choreographers Series, conducted an audience development lecture demo through its SiningAlaminprogram. Responsiveness: The importance of carrying out the SiningAlamin Lecture Demo on Contemporary dance was based on the premise that to be able to respond tothe development of appreciation for the said dance genre/style, the strategic platform for expanding its audience should be carried out.
SiningAlamin PPO Youth Concert No. of Participants: 463 (167 – Pasay North High School (Senior High), 90 - Pasay North High School (Junior High), 35 - Angelicum College High School students,45 - Pio Del Pilar High School/Communities of Bangkal and Pio Del Pilar of Makati City, 10 - Don Bosco Makati City, 116 - General public/walk-in concert-goers No.of Workshop Facilitator: 10 Description:SiningAlamin is an arts appreciation program designed with a multi-disciplinary lecture- demonstration on various forms of arts. It aims to develop the participants to appreciate the arts and support other artistic events and activities. Recognition: As an art experience, SiningAlamin can offer an avenue where participants learn the arts in an engaging yet educational way. The participation of the education sector and the youth show that arts still play a vital role in our society and learning and its many benefits have to be utilized for worthy purposes. Responsiveness: The event was an enriching experience for the participants as they were able to obtain a firsthand encounter on learning the arts.
SiningAlamin With Pianist J. Greg Zuniega (CCP Production) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No.Resource Person: 1 Name of Resource Person:Greg Zuniega, piano Venue/Date/Time: Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 14 November 2019, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Arthur DurkiewiczPiano Improvisation Workshop (CCP Production) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No of Participants: 7 No.of Workshop Facilitator: 1 Artistic/ production staff: 3 Name of Facilitator: Arthur Durkiewicz Venue/Date/Time: Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 13 November 2019, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Description: A piano improvisation workshop, the first of its kind in the CCP, given by world renowned Polish jazz pianist and composer Artur Dutkiewicz. Known as the “Ambassador of Polish Jazz”, Mr.
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Dutkiewicz has performed in 60 countries around the world, in the USA, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia. Mr. Dutkiewicz was the presented by the CCP in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Poland Recognition The CCP succeeded in organizing for the first time, a Piano Improvisation Workshop given bya world renowned Polish jazz pianist. Responsiveness The workshop participants were very grateful to receive coaching from Mr. Dutkiewicz who provided them valuable tips for the improvement of their piano improvisation techniques. They enjoyed collaborating with each other during the hands-on portion of the workshop, as they were coached by Mr. Dutkiewicz.
“Being Leonardo Da Vinci, An Impossible Interview,” A Masterclass and Short Film Screening by Director Massimiliano Finazzer Flory (Co- Production - Philippine Italian Association) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No of Audience/Participants: 94 No.of Resource Person: 1 Artistic/ production staff: 7 Venue/Date/Time: Tanghalang M. Conde; 20 November 2019, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Description: A masterclass conducted by Massimiliano Finazzer Flory, one of the leading Italian artists in the international scene, playwright, actor and director of the play “Being Leonardo da Vinci, An impossible Interview” dealing with the topic of interdisciplinarity through the conjugation of art and science, memory and imagination, tradition and technology and theater and cinema. The master class was presented by the CCP, the Philippine Italian Association, the Embassy of Italy, the Italian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines. Its main sponsors are Oman Air and Rustan’s. Recognition The CCP succeeded in presenting a master class featuring renowned Italian actor and playwright Massimiliano Finnazer Flory, in cooperation with the Philippine Italian Association and Philippine-Italian Chamber of Commerce, with Rustan’s Corporation. Responsiveness The participants responded positively to the master class. They learned from the master class, about the life and the genius of Leonardo da Vinci.
Discover Opera! Lecture Performances (CCP Production) No. of Production/Shows:1/3
Venue Date/Time No. of No. & Names No. of No. of Production of Performers Artistic/prod. Audience/ /shows Staff/Crew guests Social Hall, Manuel L. Nov. 21, 2019 1 4 10 staff 300 Quezon High School, 10:00 a.m. - Karla Manila 12:00 p.m. Gutierrez, Renz Nathaniel Cruz, Eden LorriceBateri na Dumlao, Paul Bruis Clark Conference Room, Nov. 21, 2019 1 Same as Same as 262 Lakandula High 3:00 p.m. - above above School, Manila 5:00 p.m. Library Hallway, Dec. 6, 2019 1 Same as 8 150 Florentino Torres 10:00 a.m. - above High School, Manila 12:00 p.m. total 3 4 18 712
Description: A one hour lecture-performance program on opera appreciation given to selected grade 9 students from Manuel L. Quezon High School, Jose P. Laurel High School and selected grade7 and 9 students from Florentino Torres High School. The lecturers from the Philippine Opera Company gave a highly entertaining, fun-filled lecture-performance. Recognition
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The CCP has succeeded in bringing to the public school, an entertaining and compelling lecture performance on the opera as an art form. Responsiveness The “Discover Opera” performers impressed the students and the MAPEH teachers. The students were responsive and receptive during the lecture part.
Some students gamely volunteered to play roles/parts from a certain opera. The students enjoyed participating in the listening game where they guessed the correct vocal classification played by the spinner. The songs were selections of arias from popular operas.
The performance also made the audience aware of the different types of opera voice types and ranges, its brief history, form and the overall component of opera staging. The MAPEH teachers were grateful that the lecture-performance was held in their school because it will help students become familiar with Opera which is a topic in their class during the fourth quarter.
After the lecture-performance, there were inquiries from the students to take up voice lessons.
BatangKarapat-Dapat (A Mini-Festival on The Rights of the Child) (Co Production - Canvas And Black Canvas) No. of Production/Shows: 1/18 (opening and closing ceremony, performance, workshops (music, theater, dance) No. of Performers:55 No. of Audience/participants: 1,708 (74%) (students, teachers, media, partner organizations) No. of Resource Persons:4 Artistic/Production Staff: 6; crew: 23 Names of Artists/Performers:“MgaKwentongKarapat-dapat” Featured Artists/Groups:Ilustrador ng Kabataan, Rae Rival, Guang Ming Dance Project, Karilyo, Black Canvas with Abner Delina Jr.Daloy Dance Company, ANINO Shadow Play Collective,Anima Tierra, Abner Delina Jr, director and performer Namesof Resource Persons: Karl Alexis JIngco (Theater), Em Alcantara (Music),Rhosam Villareal Prudencio Jr (Dance), Remus Villanueva (Theater) Venue/Date/ Time: CCP Various Venues, TanghalangHusengBatute for the MgaKwentongKarapat- dapat performance; 20 - 23 November 2019 Description: Inspired from the CANVAS-published book “Karapat-Dapat”, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Center for Art, New Ventures & Sustainable Development (CANVAS) and BLACK CANVAS presented BATANG KARAPAT-DAPAT (a Mini-Festival on the Rights of the Child). This multi-arts event bringing together various artists ran at the different venues of the Cultural Center of the Philippines. This gathering is a celebrationof the 30th anniversary of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.For BatangKarapat-Dapat, CCP, CANVAS and BLACK CANVAS hopes to build a communityof children, teachers, parents and artists to promote a safer, peaceful and loving world not only for kids, but for everyone. This event is supported by our artist partners and event sponsors: Save the Children Philippines and The Araneta Foundation.
Responsiveness: The importance of promoting the rights of the child is a worthy endeavour. It can be made more meaningful when children are being provided with a platform where they can fully express themselves in a creative manner. It is empowering to see them enjoying the benefits of participating in artistic activities where they discover their individuality and uniqueness.
Through this mini-festival, organizations, artists and individuals who have the mission to promote children’s rights have shown that a certain advocacy could be promoted and articulated through the arts. Arts could be a potent tool in creating a better and safer world for children. Overall, there was a collective willingness to do it regularly with the CCP taking the leadership in spearheading a sustainable program for the development and promotion of the rights of the child.
CONFERENCES, MEETINGS, TRADE FAIRS AND NETWORKING
Association of Asia Pacific Performing Arts Centres (AAPPAC) Executive Council Meeting Description: The meeting was held in preparation for the AAPPAC Manila Conference with the theme, “Epicenters of Creativity: Generating Waves, Harnessing Crosscurrents” to be held on September 20-22, 2019. CCP presented to the AAPPAC Executive Council the details of the AAPPAC Manila Conference, as one of the three (3) flagship events of the Manila International Performing Arts Summit (MIPAS). The two (2) other major events are the Federation of Asian Cultural Promoters (FACP) Conference and the Manila
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International Performing Arts Market (MIPAM).The meeting was attended by the following AAPPAC Executive Council members and CCPOfficials: AAPPAC: - Mr. Douglas Gautier, AAPPAC Chairman and CEO and Artistic Director of Adelaide Festival Centre - Mr. Duncan Pescod, CEO of West Kowloon Cultural District Authority - Mr. Florian Riem, CEO of Tongyeong Concert Hall - Ms. Rachelle Tan, AAPPAC Secretary-General
CCP: - Mr. Chris B. Millado, VP and Artistic Director and Conference Director - Mr. Ariel S.R. Yonzon, Dept. Manager -PED and AAPPAC Manila Conference Managing Director - Ms. Eva Mari Salvador, Dept. Manager – ASD and FACP Manila Conference Managing Director - Ms. Consuelo Zapata, Division Chief- CMD and MIPAM Managing Director - Ms. Rosario Tala, Division Chief – VOD and AAPPAC Manila Conference Deputy Director
Manila International Performing Arts Summit 2019 Manila International Performing Arts Market (MIPAM) X Create Ph No. of Audience: 5,438 Total No. of Speakers: 8 Total No. of Showcase Performers: 131 (28 sets of company and solo artists)
Exhibition/3rd Showcases/THB Talks/TMC Floor Hallway & CCP LT CCP LT Lobby Day 1 76 pax. 928 pax. 190 pax. 746 pax. (w/FACP) Day 2 85 pax. 812 pax. 354 pax. 853 pax. (w/ AAPPAC) Day 3 n/a 399 pax. 463 pax. 532 pax.
Description: The event gathered performing arts professionals and groups to network, showcase, and pitch upcoming performances and seasons, engage in business matching and enrich the Philippine creative industry. This activity was linked to the AAPPAC and FACP conferences. This was a flagship event of the Manila International Performing Arts Summit (MIPAS) and was jointly implemented with the DTI – Center for International Trade Exposition and Missions (CITEM).
Federation for Asian Cultural Promotion (FACP) Conference Generation Next: The Future of the Performing Arts FACP conference activities: 5 (Welcome dinner,Conference proper: 2 Keynote Speakers, 4 sessions, 12 presenters [8 international, 4 Filipinos], Asian Gems in the Arts showcases (4 groups: 1 Filipino; 1 China, 1 Taiwan, 1 Mongolia), Business to business sessions,FACP General assembly and Election FACP convergence activities4 (Spotlight on the FACP during the Manila International Performing Arts Market (MIPAM),All access pass to the MIPAM, FACP and AAPPAC Fellowship Cocktails, Attendance to the AAPPAC convention Special Events for FACP delegates: 2 (VIP invites to the Bulawan. CCP 50 Anniversary Gala, Additional passes to Manila International Performing Arts Market (MIPAM)showcases No. of Performers: 51 No. of Audience: 114 (Delegates from 15 countries) No. of Presenters: 14 Description : The 37th annual conference of the Federation for Asian Cultural Promotion (FACP) brought together a network of impresarios performing arts presenters and performing arts companies, artists and cultural workers from the Philippines, within Asia and around the globe. FACP was held in Manila in September and also marked the 40th anniversary of FACP since its founding meeting in CCP, and coincided with CCP’s 50th anniversary events.The FACP conference was a key event in the Manila International Performing Arts Summit. The FACP conference provided the opportunity to interact with the Association of Asia Pacific Performing Arts Centers (AAPPAC) Conference and the Manila International Performing Arts Market (MIPAM).
Association Of Asia Pacific Performing Arts Centres (AAPPAC) Annual Conference: Epicenters of Creativity: Generating Waves, Harnessing Crosscurrents Total no. of delegates: 139
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-Foreign Delegates: 93 pax (AAPPAC Members - 84 - FACP Members Attending AAPPAC - 6, Other Guests - 3) - Local Participants: 46 pax (CCP KaisasaSining Regional Partners - 23, PhilPACC Members - 10, Other Partners - 7) No. of Speakers/Moderators/Discussants: 32 No. of Performers: 151 Description: The CCP hosts the conference of the largest alliance of major performing arts venues in Asia. This conference brings the Executive Directors, Artistic Directors, programmers, impresarios, and suppliers in the performing arts from Asia Pacific and the world.
Free The World! Manila: Poetry, Prose and Performances Pen International Congress (Co-Production – Philippine PEN) No. of Activity: 1/1 No. of Performers: 21 No. of Audience/Participants:155 (103%) Artistic/ Production Staff: 5 Names of Artists/Performers: F. Sionil Jose (National Artist for Literature), Glenn Sevilla Mas, Lourd de Veyra (Philippines), Marjorie Evasco (Philippines), Kurt Alalag (Philippines), Tammy Lai-Ming Ho (Hong Kong), Seno GumiraAjidarma (Indonesia), FariqAlfaruqi (Indonesia), Judyth Hill (Mexico), Danson Kahyana (Uganda), Veera Tyhtilä (Finland), Félix Villeneuve (Canada), Yorn Young (Cambodia), Ayi Renaud Dossavi-Alipoeh (Togo), Foluso Adedoyin Agoi (Nigeria), TomicaBajsić (Croatia), Santiago Villafania (Philippines), Marne Kilates (Philippines), DessaleBerekhet Abraham (Eritrea), Ruperta Bautista (Chiapas, Mexico), YirgalemFissehaMebrahtu (Eritrea) Venue/Date/ Time: TNA Lobby; 2 October 2019, 7:30 p.m. Description: Free the Word! Manila is a night of Poetry, Prose and Performances. Through Philippine PEN's special request, the CCP agreed to co-produce this event with the help of the CCP Intertextual Division. Aside of performances the event was celebrated with music, protest literature and spoken word.Celebrating Free the Word! Manila also helped the CCP to fulfill its desire of nurturing, supporting and promoting international and local languages, literature, culture, artists and groups. Recognition CCP as premiere cultural and artistic venue that places importance on supporting and promoting local and international languages, culture, artists and groups.
ONLINE (dissemination through digital technology)
ARTS ONLINE CCP LECTURE SERIES Description: Arts Onlineis a mediated learning technology designed for students and teachers on Basic Education Curriculum for greater understanding and appreciation of Philippine arts and culture.
IndakPilipinas 2019 Folkloric Dance Festival Live Audience -Dalandanan National High School, Valenzuela [30 students + 2 teachers] Online Audience - Tagum City Comprehensive National High School, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte [50 students + 2 teachers]; Lapasan National High School, Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro [21 students + 2 teachers]; Kahayag Dance Company Philippines
UPLB Chorale Ensemble with Choirmaster Roijin Suarez No. of Audience/guests: 335 (students and teachers all over the region 52 live; 283 online Live Audience-St. Mary’s College, Quezon City, NCR50 students +2 teachers Online Audience- Baguio City National High School, Benguet, (2 teachers, 16 students); Kidapawan City National High School, Cotobato, REGION 12 (2 teachers, 45 students); Looc National High School, Plaridel, Misamis Occidental (Principal: Ricardo L. Lapiz, SPA Coordinator: (3 teachers, 50 students); Nabunturan National Comprehensive High School Senior High, Compostela Valley (3 teachers, 52 students)
New Schools-Eugenio Lopez Jr. Center for Media Arts Senior High School, (3 teachers, 7 students); Acacia National High School(1 teacher, 23 students); Tudela National Comprehensive High School, Misamis Occidental, Region X (3 teachers, 36 students); Valencia National High School, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Region X (5 teachers, 32 students)
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No. of Resource Person: 1; host: 1 (Abner Delina Jr.)
CCP Choreographers Series with Mentors Denisa Reyes and Myra Beltran No. of Audience/guests: 371 (students and teachers all over the region) 67 live; 304 online Live Audience -Pasay City North High School, Pasay City, NCR /40 students +3 teachers PNU IPHERDS, Manila, NCR, 24 students
Online Audience-Baguio City National High School, Benguet, CAR (2 teachers, 29 students); Looc National High School, Romblon, REGION 4B (3 teachers, 41 students); Kidapawan City National High School, Cotobato, REGION 12(2 teachers, 36 students)
New Schools-Catholic Homeschooling Family(1 parent, 1 student); Eugenio Lopez Jr. Center for Media Arts Senior High School, Diliman, Quezon City, NCR (2 teachers, 40 students); Tinajeros National High School – Acacia Annex, Malabon, NCR (4 teachers, 32 students); Kabankalan National High School, Negros Occidental, REGION VI (3 teachers, 30 students); Clarin National High School, Misamis Occidental, REGION X ( (3 teachers, 38 students); Valencia National High School, Valencia City, Bukidnon, REGION X (5 teachers, 32 students) No. of Resource Person:1; host: 1 (Abner Delina Jr.)
READATHON: Dramatic Reading of Plays By Women 2019
ARTS ONLINE LECTURE SERIES No. of Audience/guests: 330 online/onsite (students and teachers all over the region) /26 live; 304 online Live Audience - De La Salle Araneta Senior High School Arts and Design track students 24 students +2 teachers
Online Audience Diplahan National High School, Zamboanga, Sibugay, 32 students + 2 teachers Baguio City National High School, Governor Pack Road, Baguio City, 24 students + 2 teachers
Kidapawan City National High School, Kidapawan City, Cotabato 30 students + 2 teachers
Ligao National High School Ligao, Albay 34 students + 2 teachers
Lapasan National High School Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro City 34 SPA students, 1 teacher
Looc National High School Plaridel, Misamis Occidental 50 students + 2 teachers
Looc National High School Looc, Romblon 42 students + 3 teachers
Tagum City Comprehensive National High School Tagum City, Davao del Norte 42 students + 2 teachers Description: A mediated learning technology designed for students and teachers on Basic Education Curriculum for greater understanding and appreciation of Philippine arts and culture. b.Screen Print and Design by Hocus (Andrei Salud and Gina Salud) No. of Audience/guests:233 online/onsite (students and teachers all over the region), 26 live; 207 online
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Live Audience - Dalandan National High School MAPEH students, 24 students + 2 teachers
Online Audience Nabunturan Comprehensive National High School,Compostela Valley, 32 students + 2 teachers
Baguio City National High School Governor Pack Road, Baguio City 24 students + 2 teachers
Kidapawan City National High School, Kidapawan City, Cotabato 30 students + 2 teachers
University of Santo Tomas Legaspi Rawis ,Leagspi City, Albay 34 students + 2 teachers
Lapasan National High School Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro City 34 SPA students, 1 teacher
Tagum City Comprehensive National High School Tagum City, Davao del Norte 42 students + 2 teachers Description:Arts Online CCP Lecture Series ended the season/semester 2018-2019 with an online workshop on screen printing and graphic design with Andrei Salud. “It has always been my passion and advocacy to share my talent/skills to the younger generation, and I thank CCP, Visual Arts Division and CCP Audience Development Division for sharing this platform with me,” stated Andrei Salud.HOCUS is a husband and wife screen printing and graphic design duo based in BF Homes,Parañaque. Run by Andrei and SheinaSalud, they design and hand print textiles that can be used for home furnishing, accessories and apparel.
ARTS ONLINE CCP LECTURE SERIES No. of Audience/guests: 677 (students and teachers all over the region), 30 live; 647 online
Live Audience - Navotas National High School, Navotas City, NCR, 27students +3 teachers
Online Audience Baguio City National High School, Benguet, CAR (2 Teachers, 16 students) Dagupan City National High School, Pangasinan, REGION 1( (3 teachers, 90 students); Santa Rosa National High School, Nueva Ecija, REGION (3 teachers, 34 students) University of Santo Tomas, Legazpi,Albay, REGION 5 (3 teachers) Mandaue City School for the Arts, REGION 7(3 teachers; 21 students) Lapasan National High School, Cagayan de Oro, REGION 10 (3 teachers, 10 students) Kidapawan City National High School, Cotabato, REGION 12 (2 teachers, 45 students) Diplahan National High School, Zamboanga Sibugay, REGION 9 (6 teachers; 86 students) Looc National High School, Looc, Romblon, REGION 4B(25 students; 2 teachers) Looc National High, Plaridel, Misamis Occidental, REGION 10(23 students, 4 teachers)
NEW SCHOOLS Eugenio Lopez Jr. Center for Media Arts Senior High School, Diliman, QC. NCR (2 teachers, 40 students) Tinajeros National High School-Acacia Annex, Malabon, NCR (4 teachers, 32 students) Kabankalan National High School, Negros Occidental, REGION VI (3 teachers, 30 students) Clarin National High School, Misamis Occidental, REGION X (2 teachers, 58 students) Tagum City National Comprehensive High School, REGION XI (3 teachers, 16 students) Tudela National Comprehensive High School, Misamis Occidental, REGION X (3 teachers, 36 students) Valencia National High School, Valencia City, Bukidnon, REGION X, Valencia City (5 teachers, 32 students)
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Description: A mediated learning technology designed for students and teachers on BasicEducation Curriculum for greater understanding and appreciation of Philippine arts and culture.It utilizes online media or mediated technologies for learning in a formal of education. Develop a greater awareness and appreciation of Philippine arts and culture. Nurture audiences and the broadest publics in art awareness and appreciation.
ON AIR (radio)
DISKARTE DZRH-AM, Saturdays, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. A one-hour radio magazine program with the arts as it matters in society. No.1 on Saturday afternoon schedule No. 1 afternoon schedule across 2:00 p.m. schedule:
Topics: January: Text messages/calls received: 24 texts; 5 calls
Pre-Recorded: A pre-recorded drama that talked about new beginnings and hope for the coming year ,5 January 2019. (Facebook: 860 live views) Live: Tatsulok by Buklod - Election related violence, 12 January 2019 Resource Person: Prof. Maria Ela Atienza, UP Department of Political Science (Facebook: 2,600 live views) Balita by Gloc 9: WalangHanggangPaalam by Joey Ayala – Bangsamoro Law, 19 January 2019 Resource Persons: Hon. Amina Razul, PhlippineCenterf for Islam and Democracy; Atty. Frances Arabe, Comelec Education and Information Department (Facebook: 3,700 live views) Pasinaya CCP Open House Festival - HIV cases in the Philippines, 26 January 2019 Resource Person: Dr. Jonathan Fontilla, Master HIV Counsellor DOH, NASPCP; Dr. Ian Alquiros, HIV Counselling Trainor, DOH, NASPCP; Mr. RogeselleMonton (Facebook: 1,400 live views)
February:Text messages/calls received: 79 texts; 4 calls Topics: Pre-Recorded: A pre-recorded episode that featured Mr. Vim Nadera in a Balagtasan entitled “Sino ba ang Nagkamali? Ang Tao o ang Lider” in celebration of the Arts month, 2 February 2019. (Facebook: 1,100 live views) Live: Batang Bata Ka Pa by Apo Hiking Society – Lowering age of Criminal Liability, 9 February 2019 Resource Person: Ms. Mae Fae, Former DSWD Asec.; Atty. Rommel Abitria, Executive Director, Humanitarian Legal Assistance Foundation (Facebook: 957 live views) Live: Upuan by Gloc 9 - The Stand of Filipinos on Political Dynasty, 16 February 2019 Resource Persons: Prof. Maria Ela Atienza, UP Department of Political Science (Facebook: 2,300 live views) Pre-Recorded: A pre-recorded drama that tackled the situation of Filipinos in fighting against Corruption and standing up for what they believe in, 23 February 2019 (Facebook: 1,400 live views)
March:42 texts; 4 calls Topics: - Live: Rice Tariffication: Wala Nang Tao Sa Sta. Filomena by Joey Ayala and CCP SiningGaling: Arts Therapy, 2 March 2019. Resource Persons: Mr. Karl Jingco, Resource Person, SiningGaling; Mr. Jimmy Tadeo, Farmer; Asec. Tony Lambino, Department of (Facebook: 515 live views)
- Live: Women's Month: Literature: Poems and Essays written works of women, 9 March 2019. Resource Persons: Ms. Gabriela Baron, Ms. JhoanaTacorda, Ms. Nadia De Leon, Writers; Beverly Siy, Intertextual Division, CCP (Facebook: 2,000 live views)
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- Musical: A pre recorded musical episode featuring the songs of InangLaya and other songs about women in celebration of women's month, 16 March 2019. (Facebook: 866 live views)
- Drama: A pre recorded drama about Filipino situation that tackles how we can help others even in our simplest way, 23 March 2019. (Facebook: 1,300 live views)
- Live: Political Party: Drama Vignette and Kundiman Songs, 30 March 2019 Resource Person: Atty. Ela Atienza, Political Science Department, Unversity of the Philippines (Facebook: 3,700 live views)
April: Text messages/calls received: 24 texts; 1 call
Date Art Form/ Speaker Topic Audience Participation April 6 Drama clip of “Ang China Loans Texts: 18 IbongMandaragit” by Calls: 1 Amado V. Facebook Live views: Hernandez/ Mr. 853 Sonny Africa Executive Director, IBON Foundation, Inc. April 13 A pre-recorded drama Texts: 6 that tackles situation Facebook Live views: on related Philippine 3.8k Election April 20 No Airing: Black Saturday April 27 Special Coverage: Aliwan Fiesta 2019
May:Text messages/calls received: 51 texts; 2 calls
Date Art Form/ Speaker Topic Audience Participation May 4 Filipino Love Songs Choosing the Right Texts: 24 and Kundiman Songs/ Candidate on Calls: 1 Prof. Reynolds Agnes Elections Facebook Live views: - FEU Political 4k Science and Almirah Amin – Muslim Student Leader May 11 Original Pinoy Election Preparations Texts: 18 Music/ MadyYabut – Calls: 1 LENTE and Atty. Facebook Live views: Frances Arabe - 6.5k COMELEC May 18 A pre-recorded drama Texts: 3 that tackles the Facebook Live Views: situation Filipinos in 3.8k fighting against corruption and standing up for what they believe in May 25 A pre-recorded drama Texts: 6 that tackles Cultural Facebook Live views: Heritage and 2.5k preservation of our
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National treasures
June:Text messages/calls received: 36 texts; 3 calls
Date Art Form/ Speaker Topic Audience Participation June 1 A pre-recorded drama on Texts: 4 Ancestral Domain. It Calls: tackled the importance of Facebook Live views: preserving our natural 853 heritage and resources. June 8 A pre-recorded musical Texts: 4 episode that related OPM Calls: songs to current situations Facebook Live views: of the country. 2.6 k June 15 A pre-recorded drama Texts: 4 entitled Facebook Live Views: “MatabangMadilim Ang 3.4 k Bukas” that tackled the situation Filipinos in fighting against corruption and standing up for what they believe in June 22 The Virgin Labfest/Prof. Filipino First Texts: 6 Kevin Gomez – University (Philippine Government Calls: 1 of the Philippines and Foreign Policies) Facebook Live views: 1.4 k June 29 Creativity of Filipinos: Texts: 18 Memes and the Social Recto Bank Calls: 2 Media/Prof. Ela Atienza – Facebook Live views: University of the Phils. 1.8k
July: Number of episodes: 4 No. of Resource persons: 5
Date Art Form/ Speaker Topic Audience Participation July 6 A pre-recorded drama that Texts: 39 tackles the situation of Calls: Filipinos in fighting Facebook Live views: against corruption and 1 k standing up for what they believe in July 13 A pre-recorded musical Texts: 23 episode that relate OPM Calls: songs to current situations Facebook Live views: of the country. 1.1 k July 20 National Children’s Book Texts: 36 Day Celebration/Jason Del Literature for Children Call: 1 Rosarion (MulatSulat), Facebook Live Views: Mondi Ruedas, Ching 3.1k Devera (AklatAlamid), Jovhie Sarmiento Francia (Bilog Writer’s Circle) July 27 Cinemalaya 2019/Teresa Independent Film and Texts: 42 R. Rances (Deputy Festival Beginnings of Cinemalaya Call: 1 Director) Facebook Live views: 2.2k
Responsiveness: Text messages/calls received: 140 texts; 2 calls
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August 2019 Number of Episodes: 5 No. of Program Hosts:1 No. of Resource Persons:
September 2019 Number of Episodes: 4 No. of Resource Persons: 6
Date Art Form/ Speaker Topic Audience Participation September 7 Wala Nang Tao Sa Sta. Stand of farmers on Rice Texts: 40 Filomena by Joey Ayala/ Tariffication Law Calls: 4 Sonny Africa [IBON Facebook Live views: Founadtion], Larry 908 Samaniega, Narciso Agustinm Ofelia Capulong [Farmers]
September 14 "Kaibulturan ng Sining: A pre-recorded drama that Texts: 12 Kahit Maliit Lang Ako, tackles the situation of Calls: May MagagawaAko" Filipinos in fighting Facebook Live views: against corruption and 632 standing up for what they believe in. September 21 "Batas Militar Musical" A pre-recorded musical Texts: 9 episode that depict the Call: stories of Martial Law Facebook Live Views: through songs, poems and 819 other written works during that time. September 28 Pagbabalik First Quarter Storm: Texts: 32 and Himig ng Pag Ibig Period before Martial Law Call: 1 by ASIN/Fernando C. Facebook Live views: Josef [Artistic Director – 1.7K Tanghalang Pilipino], Prof. Reynold Agnes [Political Analyst – FEU]
Responsiveness: Text messages/calls received: 93 texts; 5 calls
October 2019 Number of Episodes: 4 No. of Resource Persons: _
Date Art Form/ Speaker Topic Audience Participation October 5 A pre-recorded drama that "Ancestral Domain Due to MBC Fire tackles the importance of Incident last October Indigenous Tribes and their 2, the system for area in preserving the heritage monitoring the and culture of our country. number of Facebook Views and Text messages is currently down.
October 12 A pre-recorded drama that "MacliingDulag" Due to MBC Fire features the story of Incident last October MacliingDulag, a respected 2, the system for elder of the Butbut tribe, who monitoring the opposed against the Chico number of Facebook River Dam Project, which led Views and Text
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to his assassination during the messages is currently Marcos Era. down.
October 19 A pre-recorded drama that "Kaibulturan ng Sining: Due to MBC Fire tackles the situation of May Kunsensiya at Incident last October Filipinos with conscience and TakotsaDiyos 2, the system for faith in God to promote monitoring the righteousness and truth. number of Facebook Views and Text messages is currently down. October 26 A pre-recorded drama that "Kaibulturan ng Sining: Due to MBC Fire tackles the situation of Kahit Maliit Lang Ako" Incident last October Filipinos in fighting against 2, the system for corruption and standing up for monitoring the what they believe in. number of Facebook Views and Text messages is currently down.
November – December 2019 Number of Episodes: 9 Number of Featured Guests: 3
Date Art Form/ Speaker Topic Audience Participation November 2 A pre-recorded musical “Memory Lane” The system for episode that features OPM monitoring the songs about remembering and number of Facebook expressing our undying love Views and Text for our family, friends and messages is currently countrymen. down due to MBC Fire Incident last October 2, 2019. November 9 Narratives of Filipinos in Mindanao Earthquake The system for facing calamities monitoring the (Teachers from Cotabato) number of Facebook Views and Text messages is currently down due to MBC Fire Incident last October 2, 2019. November 1 6 Children's Month Children on video The system for and games monitoring the CCP's BatangKarapatDapat number of Facebook (Dr. Joseph Francisco) Views and Text messages is currently down due to MBC Fire Incident last October 2, 2019. November 23 A pre-recorded drama that "KAIBULTURAN: The system for tackles the situation of Moral Stand" monitoring the Filipinos in fighting against number of Facebook corruption and how the Views and Text principles of art transcend the messages is currently situation. down due to MBC Fire Incident last October 2, 2019. November 30 A pre-recorded musical "HEROES THEN The system for episode that features OPM AND NOW: A monitoring the songs that tackles the heroism MUSICAL" number of Facebook of Filipinos, as part of Views and Text Bonifacio Day messages is currently
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Commemoration. down due to MBC Fire Incident last October 2, 2019. December 7 TanghalangPilipino’s LAM- Resilience of Filipinos Texts: 49 ANG Calls: 1 Fernando C. Josef, Facebook Live Artistic Director – views: 1,500 TanghalangPilipno Marco Viana & Fitz Bitana Directors, Lam-Ang Fr. Manny Catral Cagayan Valley December 14 A pre-recorded musical Regalong Alay Ko Para Texts: 27 episode that features OPM Sa Aking Mahal Calls: Christmas Songs that naPilipinas Facebook Live discusses the various views: 4,000 Christmas wish of Filipinos for themselves, their families and the country. December 21 A pre-recorded drama that Diskarte ng Pilipino Texts: 10 tackles the Filipinos genuine NgayongPasko Calls: concern for their fellowmen in Facebook Live times of crises especially this views: 1,100 season of love and giving. December 28 A pre-recorded fantasy drama May Rizal Pa Ba Texts: 34 of how Jose Rizal observes the Ngayon Calls: live of Filipinos today. Having Facebook Live a dep conversation with views: 1,200 Bonifacio on how Filipinos have forgotten the value of sacrifice and heroism.
Responsiveness: Text messages/calls received: 120 texts; 1 calls
DISKARTE RECOGNITION: - Jury and People’s Choice Awards (Friedrich Naumann Foundation: The Freedom Project 2013) - Best Public Service Program, Catholic Mass Media Award, 2006-2008, Hall of Fame Award, 2010 - Best Drama, Catholic Mass Media Award, 2008 - Best Public Affairs Program, Golden Dove Award, 2005
Ratings 2.0rating No.1 on Saturday afternoon schedule No. 1 afternoon schedule across 2:00 p.m. schedule
CULTURE CAROUSEL DZFE, Saturdays, 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. A radio program, aired in partnership with DZFE, showcasing the works and performances of outstanding Filipino and foreign artists, including a short interview with them. Toward the end of the program, CCP events are announced and a Bible reading is shared with the listeners. Program host is Irene-Obligacion Rada, CCP Corporate Communications Division Chief.
January: • 5 January 2019 - Chris B. Millado, CCP VP-Artistic Director • 12 January 2019 - Hiyas Hila, piano; • 19 January 2019 - Raul M. Sunico, piano • 26 January 2019 - Diomedes Saraza, Jr., new concertmaster of Manila Symphony Orchestra February: No. of Featured artists/guests: 22 • 2 February 2019 - United Methodist Church (20) • 9 February 2019 - Joseph Gatti, BP’s guest danseur (Romeo and Juliet)
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• 16 February 2019 - Jerry Sibal, (Noli Me Tangere: The Opera, producer) • 23 February 2019 - Ambassadors of Opera (staged at the CCP on July 10, 1987)
March: No. of Featured artists/guests: 51 • 2 March 2019 - The Ambassadors of Opera • 9 March2019 - The Ambivalent Crowd • 16 March2019 - Annie produced by CCP Repertory Phils and Company of Angels • 23 March 2019 - The MADZ in Concert • 30 March 2019 - Phil. Chamber Rondalla of New Jersey, USA
April: No. of Featured artists/guests: 19
Date Particulars Music Source April 6 Featuring Cinemalaya Film Music donated by Director Dagsin, Interview Director Atom and wife Anne - Atom Magadia and writer DAGSIN movie theme music Anne Magadia, promote Holy and Harana music composed Week screenings by Angel Pena April 13 Religious music performed by Music from CCP library the Manila Cathedral Boys collection Choir to commemorate Holy Week April 20 Easter Cantata composed by Music from CCP library Filipino composer Eliseo collection Pajaro April 27 Raul M. Sunico performs Music donated by artist Camile Saint and Cesar Grieg
May:
Date Particulars Music Source May 4 To promote CCP Library Music from CCP library music collection. collection Feature: Kundirana La Salle Greenhills May 11 To promote CCP Library Music from CCP library music collection. collection Feature: Raul M. Sunico, Pianist. Plays Camille Saint San & Edvard Greg May 18 To promote CCP Library Music from CCP library music collection. collection Feature: Louie Reyes Jazz Concert May 25 To promote CCP Library, Music from CCP library music collection. collection Feature: Pat Castillo and Manhattan Latin Jazz Band July No. of productions/episodes: 4 No. of Featured artists/guests: 4
• 6 July 2019 - Diomedes Saraza, Jr., violin • 13 July 2019 - Bituin Escalante, singer • 20 July 2019 - Michael Williams, actor/singer • 27 July 2019 - Shiela Francisco, singer
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August 2019 No. of Productions/Episodes: 5 No. of Program Hosts: 1 No. of Featured Artists/Guests: 60
Date Particulars Music Source August 3 Ballet Philippines Swan Lake music from BP Interview: BP President Ms. Kathleen Liechtenstein To promote BP’s 50th Anniversary August 10 Concert for sopranos: CCP library Coaching Rosal& Evelyn Mandac To promote CCP Library Music collection. August 17 Philippine Madrigal Singers CCP library To promote CCP library Music collection. August 24 UP Singing Ambassadors CCP library To promote CCP library Music collection. August 31 Yossi Reshef – Israeli pianist CCP library To promote CCP library Music collection.
September 2019 No. of productions/episodes: 4 No. of Featured artists/guests: __
• 7 September 2019 - • 14 September 2019 - • 21 September 2019 - • 28 September 2019 -
October 2019 No. of productions/episodes: 4 No. of Featured artists/guests: 65
• 5 October 2019 - Garry Graffman, piano • 12 October 2019 - Ernesto Bitetti, guitar • 29 October 2019 - Benjamin Tupas, piano; Maestro Luis Valencia, conductor; CCP Philharmonic Orchestra (60pax) • 26 October 2019 - Jiri Starek, conductor
November-December 2019 No. of productions/episodes: 9 No. of Featured artists/guests: 287 [140, 147] • 2 November 2019 - Manila Symphony Orchestra [60], Regalado Jose, conductor; Reynaldo Reyes, piano; • 9 November 2019 - Antonio Maigue, flute; Lester Demetillo, guitar; Mariel Ilusorio, piano; Bayang Barrios; Josephine Roces, mezzo- Soprano; Susan Magno Fernandez, vocal; Joey Ayala, vocal; Robert Sena, vocal; Isay Alvarez, vocal; Bo Cerrudo, vocal • 16 November 2019 - PPO [60], Olivier Ochanine, conductor; Alfredo Buenaventura, conductor; Carmencita Lozada, violin • 23 November 2019 - Artur Dutkiewicz, piano • 30 November 2019 - SORA Ensemble [4]
• 7 December 2019 - Ukranian Symphony Orchestra [50], Theodore Kuchar
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• 14 December 2019 - Manila Concert Orchestra [60], Julian Quirit, soloist • 21 December 2019 - The Conservative Baptist Association of the Philippines [30], Dr. Gordon England; conductor • 28 December 2019 - Raul Sunico, piano; Jorge Orozco, guitar; UtoUghi, violin;PPO, Ryan Cayabyab, conductor
OTHERS:
A Rach Concert Press Conference (Co – Production -Sunico Arts Foundation Inc.) ) Description: The event launched the fund-raising concert of Dr. Raul M. Sunico, world-renowned Filipino concert pianist.
Auditions for the Classical Singing Training Program (Discover Opera) (Co – Production – Philippine Opera Company)
Venue Date/Time No. of Panel Observers Auditionees 1. Mariano Marcos Jan. 11, 2019 Memoral High School 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. 10 2 25 students
2. VictorianoMapa Jan. 16, 2019 High School 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. 28 1
2. Ramon Magsaysay Jan. 18, 2019 High School 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. 22 1
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Description: After the successful presentation and positive feedback of “Discover Opera!”, an opera- appreciation program for public high schools in cooperation with the Philippine Opera Company in four (4) selected public high schools in Metro Manila on September 18-20, 2018, the Philippine Opera Company with the cooperation of the CCP is providing selectedstudents from the three (3) schools the chance to avail of a free training program in classical singing.
Pagdadalamhati Ng Bayan Para Kay Francisco T. Mañosa, PambansangAlagad Ng Sining Para Sa Arkitektura
Filipino Food Month - Buwan ng Kalutong Filipino (Venue Grant - Department of Agriculture, NCCA) No. of Audience:133 (133%) Description: A presentation in commemoration of the Filipino Food Month celebrated every month of April. It aims to celebrate the value of our rich and diverse Philippine Culinary Heritage and its shared traditions by advocating sustainable programs through the month – long celebration of the Filipino Food Month.
CCP 50th Anniversary Presscon No. of Audience/guests:133 (89%) Description: A press conferencewhich unveiledthehighlights of the CCP 50th Anniversary and the list of the most anticipated events and calendar of the CCP’s year-long celebration starting this September until 2020.
MIPAS Conference Presscon No. of Audience/guests:21 press people Description: Bringing together the arts and business sectors from Asia Pacific and other parts of the world, the multi-platform summit aims to leverage excellent performing arts productions and talents in the Philippines and the Asia Pacific Region, as well as raise awareness and broaden the market internationally. Under the summit, there were three flagship events – the Federation of Asian Cultural Promotions (FACP) Conference; the Association of Asia Pacific Performing Arts Centre (AAPPAC) Conference and the Manila International Performing Arts Market (MIPAM) + CREATE Philippines.
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Susi Launch No of Performers:26 No. of Audience/guests:87 (29%) Description: SUSI or Surian ng Sining is a national cultural institute of artists, writers, cultural workers, and their organizations dedicated to the development of people’s art and literature for genuine social transformation. The CCP gives SUSI a platform and therefore supports their message. Recognition: CCP as premiere cultural and artistic venue dedicated to cultivating artistry and recognizing the voices of those who often under represented.
CinemalayaPresscon (Co-Production - Cinemalaya Foundation, Inc.) No. of Audience/guests:248 (83%) Description: Fresh from winning the Nikkei Prize for Culture and Community, the Cinemalaya Foundation, in partnership with the Cultural Center of the Philippines, celebrated 15 years of introducing best independepent cinematic works to the Filipino and international film communities from August 2 to 11, 2019, at various venues of the CCP.The 15th edition of the country's biggest independent film festival goes nationwide as it was simultaneously screened on August 7 to 13, at selected Ayala Cinemas and Vista Malls in Manila, Pampanga, Naga and Legaspi in Bicol, Bacolod, Iloilo and Davao.
ON THE SHELVES (library and archives)
LIBRARY COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT No. of Library Users Served: 2967
Acquisitions: 107 audio tapes 291 video tapes 240serial subscriptions Book Purchased: 49 Book Donation: 51 Fees for Other Services:* P 6,588.00 *(Audio/Video Dubbing, Photo/Slide Duplications, Scanning, Internet, Tape Viewing, Photocopying)
CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine Art Regional Launching (CCP Production) No. of Production/ shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: 3 Audience Count: 50 approximate Artistic/Production Staff: 10 Venue/Date/Time: Pastor Ancestral House, Batangas City; 17 October 2019, 10:00 a.m. Names of Artists/Performers: Bianca Camille Lopez, soprano; Nazer Salcedo, tenor; Atty. Antonio A. Pastor, piano Description: A series of launching ceremonies in the regions of the Philippines, the CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine Art was welcomed with open arms with open arms into the province of Batangas in partnership with its provincial government and provincial tourism office. Speaking in appreciation to the guests were house host Atty. Antonio A. Pastor; CCP President Arsenio J. Lizaso, and CCP Vice President-Artistic Director and CCP EPA Project Director Chris B. Millado. Discussing EPA in detail were Encyclopedia Editor-in-Chief Dr. Nicanor G. Tiongson with a speech addressing the encyclopedia and the nation, and Mr. Elmer Gatchalian with the artistic and cultural highlights of Batangas mentioned in the Encyclopedia. Atty. Sylvia Marasigan, Batangas Provincial Tourism and Cultural Affairs Officer gave an overview on the artistic contributions of Batangas-born talents. Entertaining the guests were Bianca Camille Lopez and Nazer Salcedo in their encyclopedia anthology of Filipino music throughout history. Atty. Antonio A. Pastor rounded up the program with a piano performance of several musical classics. Tokens of appreciation were also given to the family, provincial government and provincial tourism office. The first 20 sets of the Encyclopedia were also sold to the Pastor family and Batangas Provincial Government.
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MUSIC ●Instrumental PPO 45th Anniversary Concert Series V: Yoshikazu Fukumura, Conductor; Hiyas Hila, Piano Description: The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra performed under the baton of Maestro YozhikazuFukumura on its fifth concert series with concert pianist Hiyas Hila as guest soloist for the PPO’s 36th season.
PPO’s 45th Anniversary Concert Series VI: Yoshikazu Fukumura, Conductor (CCP Production) No. of Audience/guests: 539 (38%) Description: The PPO hold its sixth concert series under the baton of Maestro Yoshikazu Fukumura, and performed Der Freischutz - Oveture (Carl Maria von Weber), Symphony No. 39, K.543 in flat major (Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart) Symphony No. 2 in D major (Johannes Brahms)for its 36th concert season.
PPO’s 45th Anniversary Concert Series VIII: Yoshikazu Fukumura, Conductor; Kiyoshi Shomura, Guitar(CCP Production) Description: Japanese guitarist Kiyoshi Shomura performs a modern guitar concerto by the Italian composer, Castelnuovo Tedesco.
PPO Youth Concert (CCP - Production) No. of performers: 61 No. of audience: 463 (112%) Names of Artists/Performers: PPO, HerminigildoRanera (conductor), Yoshikazu Fukumura (conductor), Damodar Das Castillo (cello) Description: The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO) held its annual concert for the youth with the aim to promote orchestra music to young audiences.
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“Impromazurka”: A Solo Piano Concert Featuring Artur Dutkiewicz (Co-Production – Embassy Poland) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performer: 1 No. of Audience: 94 (23%) Artistic/Production Staff: 3; crew: 11 Names of Artists/Performers: Artur Dutkiewicz Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 12 November 2019, 7:30 p.m. Description: A musical event featuring Artur Dutkiewicz, Polish jazz pianist and composer. Dutkiewicz performed his own compositions of Mazurkas, works by Paderewski and Dvorak, and Tansman’s Les lles Philippines. Called the “Ambassador of Polish jazz” by the Jazz Forum Magazine in 2012, Dutkiewicz has appeared in more than 60 countries around the world from the USA through Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
PPO Concert Series Iii: Yoshikazu Fukumura, Conductor; Sora Ensemble Of Japan (CCP Production) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: 90 No. of Audience: 556 (39%) Artistic/Production Staff: 5; crew: 13 Names of Artists/Performers: PPO, Yoshikazu Fukumura, conductor; Sora Ensemble of Japan Venue/Date/ Time:Tangahalang N. Abelardo; 15 November 2019, 8:00 p.m. Description: THE third concert of the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra’s 37th season featured the SORA Ensemble of Japan under the baton of PPO music director and principal conductor Yoshikazu Fukumura. The group, composed of oboe player Hiromasa Iwasaki, bassoonist Rei Ishiguro, violinist Kana Kobayashi and cellist Keiichi Yamada, was formed by Hiromasa Iwasaki, the principal oboist of the Sapporo Symphony Orchestra and young musicians in 2008.
PPO Concert Series IV: HerminigildoRanera, Conductor; Aimee De La Cruz, Percussion; Alexa Kaufman, Soprano; Jensen Andra, Clarinet (CCP Production)
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No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: 80 No. of Audience: 673 (47%) Artistic/Production Staff: 5; crew: 13 Names of Artists/Performers:PPO,Aimee De La Cruz, percussion; Alexa Kaufman. Soprano; Jensen Andra, clarinet; HerminigildoRanera, conductor Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang N. Abelardo; 20December2019, 8:00 p.m. Description:The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra continues in its concert season of classical music treasures with masterworks that include Samuel Barber’s Adagio for Strings and Die Natali, Op.36, and Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Capriccio Italien, Op.45. This series concert also features percussionist Aimee Dela Cruz as soloist in Darius Milhaud’s Concerto for Percussion and Small Orchestra, with special performances of young soprano Alexa Kaufman and young clarinettist Franz Jensen Andra; under the baton of HerminigildoRanera.
UST Symphony Orchestra Concert II: Tribute to the Thomasians: PasasalamatSaTomasinongKompositor (Resident Company Production - UST Symphony Orchestra) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: 177 No. of Audience: 461 (25%) Artistic/Production Staff: 6, crew: 13 Names of Artists/Performers: UST Symphony Orchestra, HerminigildoRanera, conductor; Liturgikon Vocal Ensemble, Eugene De Los Santos, conductor; Coro Tomasino, Ronan Ferrer, conductor; NenenEspina, soprano; Thea Perez, soprano; Naomi Sison, soprano; Randy Gilongo, tenor; Peter Porticos, piano, AngelitoAyran Jr., baritone; ReynatoResurreccion, Jr., oboe Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang N. Abelardo; 17 November 2019, 6:00 p.m. Description: The University of SantoTomas Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of HerminigildoRanera and ReynatoResurreccion, paid tribute to outstanding Thomasian composers who have contribute immeasurably to Philippine music. The concert featured the works of renowned composers Julio Esteban Anguita, Antonio Maramba, and ErnaniCuenco, as well as the compositions of the new generation of Thomasians composers Antonio Africa, LeoNiloMangussan, and HerminigildoRanera.
OPERA Noli Me Tangere The Opera (Co-Production - J & S Productions, Inc.) No. of audience:5,203 (72%) Open Dress Rehearsal: 103 (13%) - TNA; 20 June 2019, 7:00 p.m. Description: The CCP and J & S Production re-staged the Philippine’s first full-length opera, “NOLI ME TANGERE”, an opera by National Artists Felipe de Leon and Guillermo Tolentino, directed by Jerry Sibal, featuring the 50-piece Noli Symphony Orchestra under the baton of HerminigildoRanera. Tenor Ivan Nery and NomherNival alternate in the role of Crisostomo Ibarra and leads the cast together with Bianca Camille Lopez, Nerissa de Juan, Greg de Leon, Ronnie Abarquez, Noel Comia, Mari Yapjoco, and Santino Juan Santiago to name a few.
Choral MMM... MADZ (Resident Company Production - Philippine Madrigal Singers) No. of Audience/guests: 3,050(84%) Description: The Philippine Madrigal Singers enchanted the audience with an evening of Europeanclassics, Pilipino originals and pop selections interpreted in their winning style and virtuosity for this pre - Valentine concert.
Tanghalan Naming Tahanan (The Madz Celebrates CCP’s 50th Year) (Resident Company Production - Philippine Madrigal Singers) No. of audience:1,506 (41%) Description: A thanksgiving concert of thePhilippine Madrigal Singers, one of the country’s most prestigious choir groups, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the CCP. Leading the performers in this tribute are two highly-esteemed resident companies of the CCP: the Ramon Obusan Folkloric Group and The Bayanihan, The National Folk Dance Company of the Philippines. The Madz were also joined by the Mini-Madz, the Schola Cantorum, the Male Ensemble Nine (MEN), the Musika Filipina, the UP Symphony Orchestra, and two rising artists of this generation, Mr. Paolo Panagsagan (pianist) and Mr. Al Bernard Garcia (dancer).
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Himig Ng Bayan: Isang PagpupugaysamgaPambansangAlagad ng SiningsaMusika (A musical gala honoring the Philippine National Artists for Music) (Venue Grant - Filipino Heritage Festival Inc.) Description: A musical gala honoring the Philippine National Artists for Music – Antonio J. Molina, Jovita Fuentes, Antonio R. Buenaventura, Honorata “Atang” de la Rama, Lucrecia R. Kasilag, Lucio San Pedro, Felipe P. De Leon, Jose Maceda, Levi Celerio, Ernani J. Cuenco, Andrea Veneracion, Francisco Feliciano, Ramon Santos and Ryan Cayabyab.
Tribute to the Thomasian: Pagpupugay at Pasasalamat (Resident Company Production - UST Symphony Orchestra) Description: The annual tribute to the Thomasians which featured the performances of the two greatest pillars of the UST Conservatory of Music, Prof. Irma Ponce-Enrile Potenciano, soprano and Prof. Gloria Dizon-Coronel, coloratura soprano, together with the faculty, students, and alumni of the Voice Department, and the UST Symphony Orchestra conducted by HerminigildoRanera and ReynatoResurreccion, Jr.
MIXED REPERTOIRE Sandosenang Saya Sa Musika: The 12th Annual Concert (Lessee - San Beda College of Alabang) Description: Reminisce the OPM Songs of the different eras of the Filipino pop music in theSandosenang Saya saMusika. Featuring new renditions of OPM classics to the songs of today, the San Beda College Alabang performing groups bring in new ‘colors’ of the songs we knew and love in their own respective musical facet.
The Titan (Venue Grant – Manila Symphony Orchestra) Description: For its season finale, the Manila Symphony Orchestra featured rarely-performed pieces, Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 in D Major, “The Titans,” and Ravel’s “Piano Concerto in G Major,”. US- based Filipino pianist Victor Asuncion shared the stage with MSO as guest soloist under the baton of Marlon Chen as guest conductor. Asuncion - hailed by The Washington Post for his “poised and imaginative playing” - has performed in concert halls around the world as a recitalist and concerto soloist.
Parangal Sa MgaPambansangAlagad Ng Sining 2018 (Tribute to the 2018 National Artists) (Co-Production - NCCA) Description: A tribute to the new batch of National Artists, Larry Alcala (represented byhis wife Guadalupe), Amelia Lapeña Bonifacio, Ryan Cayabyab, Francisco Mañosa (represented by wife Denise), ResilMojares, Ramon L. Muzones (represented by son Rex), and KidlatTahimik in a theatrical production, filled with performances from the country's best artistic groups.
The Korean War Memorial Peace Concert (Co-Production - NCCA) No. of audience:1,433 (79%) Description: A presentation incommemoration of thecelebration of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of bilateral relations between the Republic of the Philippines and the Republic of Korea dubbed as “The Year of Philippines-Korea Mutual Exchangewhich will see both countries implementing various engagements all year round in the Philippines and in South Korea to promote cultural understanding and goodwill between our peoples.As Korea's initial offering, The Korean War Memorial Peace Concert featured the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra and the SeochoPhilharmoniker under the baton of conductor, Jong- Bae. This special event commemorated unknown heroes from the nations of the Korean War Allies, who sacrificed their precious lives for the freedom of Korea during the Korean war. Presented by the Republic of Korea Ministry of Patriots & Veterans Affairs, The Patriotic Cultural Association and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts.
Legacy: Kasilag Centennial Closing Concert (Venue Grant - Philippine Women’s University) No. of performers: 150 No. of audience:337 (112%) Description:A concert by the Philippine Women’s University School of Music that closes the year-long festivities of the birth centenary of National Artist for Music and former PWU Dean, Lucrecia R. Kasilag. The concert includes works by other composers as a celebration of the Musical legacy of Kasilag.
Balik BP@ 50: Entablado (Resident Company Production - Ballet Philippines) No. of performers: 202 No. of audience: 1,134 (40%)
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Description:BalikBP@50 is the BPA celebration of Ballet Philippines’ 50th year. Activities were held from July 9-14, 2019 at BP’s home for 50 years, the Cultural Center of the Philippines, and Hotel Jen.
Wagi #Galingnamcya:The Winners Concert ANamcya 46th Anniversary Event (Resident Company Production - NAMCYA) No. of Performers: 135 No. of Audience: 411 (23%) Description:As a competition, NAMCYA continues to challenge young artists to elevate their music to the highest degree possible and makes instruments resound with the winning spirit of the Filipino people.
Tricks And Musical Treats: A PPO Family Concert: “A Voyage To The Fantasy Isle of Harmony” (CCP Production) Reach No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers:98 No. of Audience: 770 (54%) Artistic/Production Staff: 30; crew: 21 Description:“Tricks and Musical Treats: A PPO Family Concert” subtitled “A Voyage to the Fantasy Isle of Harmony” was held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines on Sunday, October 27, 2019 at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theater) at 4:00 p.m. The concert was directed by award- winning actor Liesl Batucan. This edition featured the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PP) with HerminigildoRanera (conductor), Ms. Nikki Junia with Musikgarten Manila, and young instrumentalist and soloists.
TipanangIbarang Reunion Concert (Co Production - PHSA & PHSA Ibarang Alumni Association) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: 85 No. of Audience: 295 (71%) Artistic/Production Staff: 6; 11 Venue/Date/ Time:Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 24 November 2019, 4:00 p.m. Description: A tribute featuring a stellar line up of students and artists friends which aim to highlight the contributions of PHSA students and alumni to Arts Education and in celebration of the 42nd Anniversary of PHSA, featuring performances/numbers in multi-disciplinary production.
INSTRUMENTAL Filkor Youth Orchestra Gala Concert (Venue Grant - Clarion Chamber Ensemble ) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: 92 No. of Audience: 290 (70%)
Artistic/Production Staff: 20; crew: 10
Names of Artists/Performers:Jeffrey Solares, conductor, Manila Symphony Junior Orchestra, Jaemin Irene Lee, piano, Emmanuel John C. Villarin, violin, Jeanne Rafaella I. Marquez, violin, Franz Jensen T. Andra, clarinet Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino; 13 October 2019, 4:00 p.m. Description: Inaugural concert of the Filkor Youth Orchestra organized as part of the celebration of the 70th year of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Korea. It is the first combined orchestra for Korean and Filipino talents aged 22 and younger. The concertincludes a festive and exciting musical program chosen for concertgoers whose line-up includes the music of Carl Maria von Weber, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, PyotrIlyichTchaikovsky, Jean Sibelius, Camille Saint-Saens, Alexander Borodin John Williams, Han Ki Kim, Ryan Cayabyab and George Bizet. Presented in collaboration with the Manila Symphony Junior Orchestra, The Clarion Chamber Enesmble, and Classical Radio Station 98.7 FM DZFE ‘the Masters Touch.”
PPO Concert Series II: Michael Cousteau, Conductor; Rey Casey Concepcion, Viola (CCP Production ) Reach No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: 80 No. of Audience: 817 (57%)
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Artistic/Production Staff: 5; crew: 13 Names of Artists/Performers: PPO, Michael Cousteau, conductor; Rey Casey Concepcion,viola Venue/Date/ Time:Tanghalang N. Abelardo; 25 October 2019, 8:00 p.m. Description: The PPO continued with their 37th Concert Season with its second show, featuring violist Rey Casey Concepcion and guest conductor Michaël Cousteau. In cooperationwith the Embassy of France, the show highlighted a tribute to French composer HectorBerlioz’ 150 years of music.Cousteau is a French conductor and has established himself internationally as a musician of unusual versatility. He has been conducting operatic and symphonic repertoire, ranging fromthe Baroque on period instruments to contemporary works. He has a strong interest inresurrecting forgotten musical gems.
CHORAL 11thHalina’tUmawit: A Philippine Children’s Choir Festival (Co-Production – Ave Maria Children’s Choir Foundation) No. of Performers:121 No. of Audience:794 (44%) Description: Inspired by Jude Roldan’s composition, Halina’tUmawit, the Ave Maria Children’s Choir Foundation, Inc. organized this choral festival as the highlight of the 10th anniversary celebration of the Hail Mary the Queen Children’s Choir (HMtQCC) in 2009.
Musikapayapaan”: Madz Et Al Choral Festival (Venue Grant - Madz) No. of Production/Shows:1/8 No. of Performers:1,653 No. of Audience: 1,365 (41%) Artistic/Production Staff: 16 (Phil. Madz Singers Production Staff - 11 pax, CCP Production Manager - 1 pax, CCP Documentation Staff - 4 pax) Crew - 11 pax Names of Artists/Performers: Participating Choirs: Day 1: Coro Jesu (Ko-ro-Ye-Su), Philippine Airlines Chorale, Philippine National Police, Willis Towers Watson Manila Chorus Day 2: Jose Rizal University Chorale, Ambassadors for Christ Chamber Singers, Mandaluyong Children’s Choir, LPU Harmonic Chorale, Song Weavers Philippines, PWU Vocal Ensemble Day 3: Claret Seminary Male Chorale, POEA Chorale, DLSU-D Chorale, Cantores de Maria Claretiana, Musika Filipina Day 4: The Manila Concert Choir, Kalinangan Chamber Singers, DLSU Chorale, Koroilustrado, Acapellago Day 5: Mini Madz Children’s Choir, Mandaluyong Women’s Chorus, 3:00 p.m.DLSMHSISaringHimig, The Sentire Chorale, Verlanie Children’s Choir, Pansol Choir 7:30 p.m. Rogationist Seminary Glee Club, RCBC Chorale, Adventist University of the Phils. Mu Gamma, MadzSchola Cantorum, UPLB Lisieux Music Ministry, Coro Cantible, NGCP Chorale Day 6: Minstrels of St. La Salle, Immaculate Conception Academy’s High School Glee Club, Anima Christi Chorale, Kilyawan Consortium of Voices, UA&P Chorale, Lighter Side Movement, UPLB Choral Ensemble 7:30 p.m. DLSMHSI Himig Scientia, UP Mindanao Koro Kantahanay, Coro Techniuv, BatanganSaringtinig Choral Ensemble,Coro D’lleraMusic Ministry, Bartholomean Chamber Singers, JPMorgan Chase & Co. Choir, TIP Chorale Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 1 - 6 October 2019, 3:00 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Description: A presentation in celebration of the 10th Year of the Philippine Madrigal Singers as UNESCO’s Artists for Peace (2009).
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MabiningMandirigma, A Steampunk Musical (Resident Company Production - Tanghalang Pilipino) No. of Performers: 27 No. of Audience: 6,364 (96%) Description: The production, which was first played four years ago, served as the 33rd season opener for the Tanghalang Pilipino. It kicked off with the casting of veteran theater actress Monique Wilson as Apolinario Mabini, the lead titular character, in this year’s run.The play explored the importance of the Filipino word
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“mabini,” which translates to “genteel” or “gentle,” displaying the warrior spirit that belies Mabini’s paralytic body and a principled character so difficult to be compromised.
Lam-Ang (Resident Company Production - Tanghalang Pilipino) No. of Production/Shows: 1/14 No. of Performers: 22 No. of Audience: 3,753 ( 65%) Artistic/Production Staff: 28; crew: 11 Names of Artists/Performers: JC Santos, Anna Luna, Tex Ordonez, Ybes, Bagadiong, Lance Reblando, JonatahnTadioan, Alvin Maghanoy, Hazel Maranana, Remus Villanueva, Paw Castillo, Joshua Cabiladas, Raflesia Bravo, Karenina Ng, Francis Gatmaytan, Rapah Manalo, VJ Cortel, Gabo Tolentino, GryGimena, Miah Canton, AlysSerdenia, Actors Company: JV Ibesate, Antonette Go, Lhorvie Nuevo Venue/Date/ Time:Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 6 -15 December 2019, 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Description: Lam-Ang is an ethno-epic musical with libretto by Jen Darlene Torres and Eljay Castro Deldoc, that reimagines and reinterprets Biagni Lam-Ang , the oldest among the folk epics of Luzon. Directed by Fitz Bitana and Marco Viana, this play, which aims to rediscover a significant portion of Philippine culture and heritage, is inspired by the published Ilocano version of Isabelo delos Reyes and Tagalog translations of Angel Acacio and Ariel Tabag.
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Classical Ballet Mir-I-Nisa (Resident Company Production - Philippine Ballet Theater) No. of performers:25 No. of audience:1,861 (44%) Description:Mir-I-Nisa is a Filipino ballet that was originally choreographed by Julia Borromeo & Felicitas Radaic to the music of Eliseo Pajaro under Dance Theatre Philippines. In celebration of Cultural Center of the Philippines's 50th year, the Philippine Ballet Theatre once again presented this ballet which was part of the CCP's inaugural back in 1969.
Swan Lake (Resident Company Production) No. of Performers: 108 No. of Audience: 2,197 (35%) Description: In celebrating 50 stellar years, Ballet Philippines mounted a performance of Swan Lake with new sets by Toto Sicangco and additional costume designs by Michael Cinco, featuring Elena Evseeva and Andrey Ermakov, stars from the Mariinsky Theater (Kirov Ballet) in two evening performances, as well as exceptional home-grown talents.
Giselle (Co- Production - Ballet Manila) No. of Production/Shows: 1/2 No. of Performers: 118 No. of Audience: 773 (94%) Artistic/Production Staff: _; crew: 10 Names of Artists/Performers:Ballet Manila [57], Manila Symphony Orchestra [60], Alexander Vikulov, conductor [1] Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 17 November 2019, 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. Description:Considered as one of the great romantic ballets, Giselle is a truly poignant piece about a peasant girl who has her heart broken when the love of her life is to marry another. Themes of first love, betrayal, heartache, forgiveness, and death are explored in this timeless ballet classic.Ballet Manila performed for one night only featuring the Manila Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Alexander Vikulov.
The Nutcracker (Resident Company Production - Philippine Ballet Theater) No. of Production/Shows: 1/3 No. of Performers: 132 No. of Audience: 3,421 (63%) Artistic/Production Staff: 18; crew: 13 Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 23 - 24 November 2019, 3:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m.
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Description:With Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score and a dazzling theatrical staging reminiscent of the unrestrained joys of childhood wonderment, This year’s production of The Nutcracker surely enthralled the audiences with their extraordinary scenery. The production featured Matthew Davo and Jared Tan as the Nutcracker Prince, Regine Magbitang and Irene Kim Abrogena as Clara and Veronica Atienza as the Sugar Plum Fairy. They were joined by talented children and young dancers from the various ballet schools in the country who have passed the audition to become a part of the production.
Cinderella (Resident Company Production – Ballet Philippines) No. of Production/Shows: 1/9 No. of Performers: 49 No. of Audience: 7,837 (48%) Artistic/Production Staff: 16, crew: 13 Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang N. Abelardo; 6 - 8, 14 - 15 December 2019, 10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. , 6:00 p.m., Description: Ballet Philippines mounted the timeless tale of Cinderella as choreographed by National Artist for Dance, Alice Reyes to celebrate the holiday season. The musical score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, which was specially arranged by Francisco Feliciano, transported audiences to an enchanting universe. The design vision of National Artist Salvador Bernal adds dimension to this world where pumpkins turned into exquisite carriages and glass slippers find their way back to its rightful princess.
CONTEMPORARY Koryolab 2019 (CCP Production) No. of Performers: 26 No. of Audience: 480 (80%) Description:Koryolab is part of the CCP Choreographers Series; a three-part project designed to nurture and further choreographic art in the Philippines, with a focus on contemporary dance. Koryolab 2019 is directed and curated by pioneers in Philippine contemporary dance Myra Beltran and Denisa Reyes, with dramaturgy by Judy Ick.
FOLKLORIC Bayanihan @ 63: In Creative Imagination (Resident Company Production - Bayanihan) No. of Performers: 39 No. of Audience: 1,925 (34%) Description:Bayanihan has served as the champion of Philippine indigenous culture since its inception in 1956. Today, it is even more relevant in an era of globalization where the world is further propelled toward cultural hegemony.
Bayanihan: Fiesta Folkloriada (Resident Company Production - Bayanihan) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: 112 No. of Audience: 276 (19%) Artistic/Production Staff: 10; crew: 13 Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang N. Abelardo; 22 December 2019, 8:00 p.m. Description: Now on its 13th year, Fiesta Folkloriada continued to bring culture and education together through music and dances to strengthen peace and respect for other nations’ customs and traditions, thereby encouraging unity in diversity. This year’s guest performers were from Korea, Poland, Indonesia and Mexico. Formerly called “Lawiswis” and presented mainly in the city of Manila, hosted by then Mayor Lito Atienza, the festival started with inviting ten top dance companies that successfully shared their unique cultural traditions and performed in a grand finale with the Bayanihan.
CLASSICAL Midsummer Nights’ Dream (Resident Company Production - Ballet Philippines) No. of Production/Shows: 1/4 No. of Performers: 47 No. of Audience: 3,061 (49%) Artistic/Production Staff: 6; crew: 13 Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang N. Abelardo; 11 - 13 October2019, 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m.
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Description:As Ballet Philippines celebrates its 50th anniversary, the company presents this delightful comedy as the second offering in its golden season, following the resounding success of its season-opening production, the iconic ballet, Swan Lake. An enchanted world awaits audiences through A Midsummer Night’s Dream, showcasing the
Giselle (Co-Production - Ballet Manila) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: 108 (49 dancers, 1 guest conductor, orchestra (58)) No. of Audience: 614 (34%) Artistic/Production Staff: 13; 5 technical crew Names of Artists/Performers:Dancers: Jasmine Pia Dames, Gerardo Francisco Jr., Elpidio Magat, Abigail Lynn Oliveiro, Romeo Peralta, Joan Emery Sia, JunmarkSumaylo, Nicole Klaudine Barroso, Rissa May Camaclang, Rudolph Capongcol, Jessica Pearl Dames, Joshua Rey Encisco, Anselmo Dictado, John RalpBalagot, Jessa Balote, Rodney Catubay, Shaira May Comeros, John Stephen De Dios, Alvin Dictado, Marinette Franco, Emma Zoe Harris, Nanami Hasegawa, Akari Ida, Sayaka Ishibashi, Ke Xin Kong, Dominic Lor, Jamil Montibon, KotomiNarai, Sean Kevin Pelegrin , Rafael Perez, Brian Sevilla, Xiu Ling Tan, Celine Abrea, ElyssabethApilado, Jefferson Balute, Eva Chatal, John Carl Concepcion, Fiona Belle Delos Santos, Loraine GaileJarlega, Roseanne Melencio, Angelika Joie Tagupa, Maria Angela Tuazon, Monique Valera, Jillian Villanueva, Ian Gabriel Delos Reyes, Carl Daniel Doromal, EduardsonEvangelio, Emmerson Evangelio, Florante Joshue Oliva. Guest conductor:Alexander Vikulov Manila Symphony Orchestra
Venue/Date/ Time:Tanghalang N. Abelardo; 17 October 2019, 8:00 p.m. Description: Considered one of the great romantic ballets, “Giselle” is a truly poignant piece about a peasant girl who has her heart broken when the love of her life is to marry another. First love, betrayal, heartache, forgiveness, and death are some of the themes explored in this timeless classic. Featuring Ballet Manila with the Manila Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Alexander Vikulov.
CONTEMPORARY Neo-Filipino 2019: AR[RES]T (CCP Production) No. of Production/Shows:1/4 No. of Performers:28 No. of Audience: 1,284 (78%) Artistic/Production Staff: 29; crew: 11 Names of Artists/Performers: Choreographers Ava Villanueva Ong, BiagGaongen, Georgette Sanchez- Vargas, and JM Cabling Venue/Date/ Time:Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 25 - 27 October2019, 2:00 p.m.,7:00 p.m. Description: The third part of the annual CCP Choreographers Series, Ar[res]t is a contemporary dance show that features collaborations between established Filipino choreographers and distinguished artists in music, theatre, and visual arts. It presents expressions of the contemporary Filipino through the dancing body featuring choreographers Ava Villanueva Ong, BiagGaongen, Georgette Sanchez-Vargas, and JM Cabling, incollaboration with musician Krina Cayabyab, mixed-media installation artist Manny Montelibano, theatre director TuxqsRutaquio, and writer Gianne Sanchez-Sanson.
OTHER CONCERTS:
HIMIG NG BAYAN: Isang PagpupugaysamgaPambansangAlagad ng SiningsaMusika (A musical gala honoring the Philippine National Artists for Music) (Venue Grant - Filipino Heritage Festival Inc.) No. of audience:681 (38%) Description: A musical gala honoring the Philippine National Artists for Music – Antonio J. Molina, Jovita Fuentes, Antonio R. Buenaventura, Honorata “Atang” de la Rama, Lucrecia R. Kasilag, Lucio San Pedro, Felipe P. De Leon, Jose Maceda, Levi Celerio, Ernani J. Cuenco, Andrea Veneracion, Francisco Feliciano, Ramon Santos and Ryan Cayabyab. Maestro HerminigildoRanera was the conductor and musical director with Dennis Marasigan as Stage Director.
Parangal Sa MgaPambansangAlagad Ng Sining 2018 (Tribute to the 2018 National Artists) (Co-Production - NCCA) No. of audience:502 (28%) Description: A tribute to the new batch of National Artists, Larry Alcala (represented byhis wife Guadalupe), Amelia Lapeña Bonifacio, Ryan Cayabyab, Francisco Mañosa (represented by wife Denise), ResilMojares, Ramon L. Muzones (represented by son Rex), and KidlatTahimik in a theatrical production, filled with performances from the country's best artistic groups.
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VARIETY Golden Era Philippines - China Friendship: A Cultural Presentation By Hainan Song And Dance Troupe (Lessee - Chinese Embassy) No. of audience:845 (47%) Program/ Repertoire: A presentation in celebration of the establishment of diplomatic tiesbetween the Philippines and the People’s Republic of China.
Romeo and Juliet (Resident Company Production - Ballet Philippines) No. of Audience/guests: 7,154 (69%) Description: Choreographed by National Artist for Dance and Ballet Philippines Artistic Director, Alice Reyes, Romeo and Juliet featured the powerful music of Prokofiev. Dancing the lead role of Romeo on special evenings is internationally celebrated danseur, Joseph Gatti. He joined BP Principal Dancer Denise Parungao who played Juliet.
MIXED MgaSayaw Ni Eli Jacinto/The Nutcracker (Lessee - Theatrical Ensemble & Artistic Movement Dance Studio) Description: A double bill presentation of a classic children’s ballet and evocative contemporary work, MgaSayawni Eli Jacinto paid tribute to almost 40 years of dedication and artistry, the choreographer’s unwavering commitment to inventiveness and innovations in the choreographic process, and his lifelong advocacy of making dance about the Filipino.
THEATER GuelanLuarca’sCoriolano (Resident Company Production - Tanghalang Pilipino) No. of Audience/guests:1,467(71%) Description:The rarely staged play – which was banned by the French government in 1930’s for its fascist discourse - tells the story of a legendary Roman soldier who returned as a hero after he was urged to run for office, a role which doesn’t suit his tyrannical temperament. Translated into Filipino by GuelanLuarca and directed by Carlos Siguon-Reyna.
Ang Pagbabalik -Tanaw Sa Unang Hari Ng Balagtasan (CCP Production) No. of Audience/guests: 444 (65%) Description: The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) through the Office of the President restaged a modern sarswelabased on the life and works of Jose Corazon de Jesus or HusengBatute on February 28, 2019 to close the National Arts Month. The Makati Local Government and the Department of Education (DepEd) Makati Division Office sponsored the 10:00 a.m. show. The 2:00 p.m. show, on the other hand, was made possible through the support of the Taguig Local Government.
Martir Sa Golgota Description: In celebration of its 30th year anniversary,TanghalangSta.Ana, presented its annual senakulo play, MartirsaGolgota. Leading the cast is Lance Raymundo and directed by Lou Veloso. The senakulo presents the life and death of Jesus Christ intersperse with relevant social issues.
Baka Naman Hindi (Repeat) (CCP Production) Description: The Virgilio “Beer” Flores’ translation of French playwright Georges Feydeau’sA Flea in Her Ear, is known for being an archetype of the French farce. First staged at the CCP in the 1970s under the direction of CCP President Arsenio Lizaso, this new production brings back the rollicking sexual comedy popular during the period. In this turn-of-the-century farcical play set during the “belle époque”, a woman, suspecting her husband of having an affair, plots to catch him in the act.
Tao Po No. of Performers: 1 No. of Audience:72 (30%) Description: The Citizens for Promoting Human Rights (CFHR) a partner of the Commission on Human Rights, presented TAO PO, a four-part monologue that gives a human face to the issue of extra judicial killings.
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Katsuri (Resident Company Production - Tanghalang Pilipino) Reach No. of Production/Shows: 1/23 No. of Performers: 12 No. of Audience: 3,621 (72%) Artistic/Production Staff: 6; crew: 13 Names of Artists/Performers: Tanghalang Pilipino Actors Company: Jonathan Tadioan, Marco Viana, Antonette Go, Lhorvie Nuevo, JV Ibesate, DorayDayao, Eunice Pacia, Monique Nellas, YbesBagadiongGuest Actor: Michael Williams, FtisBitana, NandingHosef Venue/Date/ Time:Tanghalang H. Batute; 4 - 6, 11 - 13, 15, 19 - 20, 25 – 27October 2019, 9:00 a.m., 3:00p.m., 8:00 p.m. Description:BibethOrteza’s Hiligaynon adaptation of John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men, Katsuri, a Visayan word for “mouse,” is a story of the great friendship of two unlikely characters undergoing a human being’s need to belong. The production is set in a feudal estate and examines how certain circumstances have tested their friendship. The cast is composed of Tanghalang Pilipino Actors Company under the direction of Carlos Siguion- Reyna.
“A Future Threatened by Climate Change: Voices And Visions of the Youth “A Climate Action Advocacy Show (Co-Production - DepEd) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: _ No. of Audience: 222 (54%)/ Open Dress Rehearsal: 321 (78%) Artistic/Production Staff: _; crew: 10 Venue/Date/ Time:Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 19 November 2019, 7:00 p.m. Open Dress Rehearsal: 19 November, 2019, 2:00 p.m. Description:The Department of education’s (DepEd) Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service (DRRMS), and the CCP’s SiningGaling team collaborated in a performance by the DepEd NCRlearners calling out to address the climate crises. DepEd brought together students to articulate their voices on climate change and on the current climate crisis and communicate their desired future and what this demands from our leaders, families, and communities.
Being Leonardo Da Vinci, An Impossible Interview (Co Production - Philippine Italian Association) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: 2 No. of Audience: 231 (56%) Artistic/Production Staff: 7; crew: 11 Names of Artists/Performers:Massimiliano Finazzer Flory, LitoCasaje Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang A. Tolentino; 21 November 2019, 7:00 p.m. Description:Renowned Italian director and actor Massimiliano Finazzer Flory’s latest project brings the immensely multi-talented Leonardo da Vinci to life on the stage. Being Leonardo da Vinci is a one-act play, which uses theatre to present the Italian genius’ true life, art history and science. Through the format of an impossible interview, Finazzer Flory “physically becomes Leonardo. The show also featured Carlito Casaje in the role of the journalist. This theatrical play was on the stage during the EXPO 2015 in Milan for six months and, since then, has been touring all around the world.
Extra Virgin Labfest (Unang Puga) (Co Production - Writer’s Bolc Inc., Liceo de Cagayan University) No. of Production/Shows: 1/8 No. of Performers: 60 No. of Audience: 1,843 (87%) Artistic/Production Staff: 47 Venue/Date/ Time:Rodelsa Hall and AVR 3, Liceo De Cagayan University, Cagayan De Oro; 4 - 7 December 2019, 3:00 P.M., 7:00 p.m. Description:Extra Virgin Labfest is produced by the Cultural Center of the Philippines, the Writer’s Bloc, Inc. Liceo de Cagayan University and Infinite Lotus Productions. Extra Virgin Labfest is made more special and purified as it intends not only to feature untested, untried and un-staged (virgin) plays or productions, but it also tested the vitality of playwriting in Mindanao.The dearth of playwrights and plays written in the region could be resolved through this laboratory festival which brings artists, directors and playwrights to work together in coming up with worthy productions that reflect on Mindanao voices,
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experiences and expressions of imagination, lore and realities. SulatDula, a playwriting workshop in Mindanao is given more prominence for it has now an avenue to stage the outputs of the fellows.
Responsiveness: 1. This event is focused on providing a venue for the Mindanao playwrights to develop their work in collaboration with theater artists. 2. Encouraged audience engagement. 3. Reflected the Mindanao voices, experiences and expressions of imagination, lore and realities as seen in the different plays presented.
ON THE WALLS (what’s on the galleries and museums)
Bakas, Bagtas, Bukas (Anino Shadow Play Openhouse) Description: The exhibition features Anino’sshadowplay archive, bringing the stories of their shadows to light. It remembers their voices and celebrated their collective tales of love, life, community and puppetry. BakasBagtasBukas is about the home that is Anino. It is about opening this home and celebrating the wonders of imagination, the playfulness of play, and the stories that are woven in between.
Thirteen Artists Awards No. of Audience/guests:303 Description: The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) opened the 2018 Thirteen Artists Awards (TAA) exhibit alongside a formal awarding ceremony last October 18, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. Since 1970, the TAA has been said to foster, promote, and usher in new forms of contemporary art. For the past 16 iterations of the award, a total of 185 artists have been given this critical recognition. The 2018 Thirteen Artists awardees are Zeus Bascon, Bea Camacho, Cian Dayrit, Janos Delacruz, DoktorKarayom, Carlo Gabuco, Dina Gadia, Guerrero Z. Habulan, EisaJocson, Raffy T. Napay, Archie Oclos, Lynyrd Paras and Shireen Seno.This year’s exhibition is curated by Ronald Achacoso (TAA awardee, 2000).
Continuum: The Art of Alan Rivera, A Reconstruction of Memory Description: An exhibition that attempts to present the works of the artist through the lens of collective and institutional memory. It follows Rivera’s own interest in the Zen philosophy of oneness and the negation of duality.
Francisco Coching Centennial Exhibit: Nasaan Ka Na, Mara-Bini: Tracing Liberation and Empowerment in the Stories of F.V. Coching’s Rebel Daughters Description: The CCP is proud to take part in the centennial celebration of National Artist for Visual Arts Francisco V. Coching via the exhibition, Nasan Ka Na, Mara-bini: Tracing Liberation and Empowerment in the Stories of F.V. Coching’s Rebel Daughters. The exhibit opened on January 29, 2019, the late artist’s 100th birthday.The exhibition is presented in cooperation with the Coching Family and independent curator Alice Sarmiento.
Artipak (Art + Panitikan) An Exhibition of Book Sculptures (Sven Wilbur Lim) No. of Audience/guests:62 Description: The artworks presented in Artipak holds on to a certain belief. The exhibit seeks to inspire those who dream, to show that the gifts and talents given to us can be use in ways that we may not even begin to fathom, that it is not too late to pursue our dreams, and that the world is excited to see our contributions.
The Probability-Neither Yes nor No (Kanade Yagi) No. of Audience/guests: 83 Name of Artist: Kanade Yagi Description: An exhibition by Kanade Yagi, a visual artist based in Manila, and Saitama, Japan.
On Conflicts and Terrains (Mark Sanchez) No. of Audience/guests: 184 Name of Artist: Mark Sanchez Description: An inventory of images that tell stories of corruption, territorial disputes, environmentalplunder, deprivation of basic rights, and their consequences
Hands On: Touch, Engage, Create (Association of Pinoyprintmakers (A/P)
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No. of Audience/guests: 302 No. of Audience/Guests: 706 Description: In printmaking, interaction that make use of the senses other than sight are indicative of the process itself
36th National Children’s Book Day Exhibit No. of Audience/guests: 32 Description: An exhibition in connection with the celebration of the National Children’s Book Day held every third Tuesday of July. This is to commemorate the date of the publication of Jose Rizal’s “The Monkey and the Turtle” in Trubner’s Oriental Record in London.
Scenes Reclaimed No. of Audience/Guests: 3,842/Opening: 522 Description: An extensive exhibition on Philippine film history that titled traces the historical participation of CCP in the development of Philippine cinema across its first 50 years of service, culminating in its establishment of the first nationwide independent film festival, Cinemalaya. Scenes Reclaimed is curated by the team of Patrick F. Campos, Karl Castro, Tito Quiling, Jr., and Louise JashilSonido, with the CCP Visual Arts and Museum Division and the CCP Film, and New Media and Broadcast Division.
Carillo Cart Project (Marc Cosico) No. of Audience/Guests: 115/Opening: 54 Description: A venue grant exhibition by artist and educator Marc Vincent P. Cosico based on the mobile puppet theater cart, the carillo.
Normal Scheduling Will Resume Shortly (PoklongAnading, Neil Fettling) No. of Artists:15 No. of Curators:1 No. of Audience/Guests: 248 Description: Normal scheduling will resume shortly engages with the arteries which make our cities run, both visible and invisible. Taking Manila and Melbourne as its departure points this exhibition ruminates on how we think, use and engage with networks and arterials, asking us to consider how we might understand these through poetic frameworks.
Posterity: 50th Years of Arts and Culture at the CCP No. of Artworks Exhibited: 1 video mapping, 4 videos, 188 unframed and 51 framedposters No. of Artists:1 ; 1 curator No. of Audience/Guest: 1,029 Artistic/Production Staff: 5 Name of Artist: Curator: Ringo Bunoan, Exhibit Designer: B&C Design Inc. Venue/Date:Bulwagang Juan Luna (Main Gallery), Pasilyo Guillermo Tolentino (3/F Hallway Gallery), Library & Archives & Buffeteria Description: An exhibition in celebration of its 50th anniversary of the Cultural Center of the Philippines. The exhibition features a selection of over 200 posters of exhibitions,performances and other events held at the CCP from its opening in 1969 to the present.Accompanied by a timeline of CCP’s history, POSTER/ITY gathers ephemera of what can be ascribed as a national cultural agenda, tracing the institution’s various artistic directions - from the pursuit of a modern and international Filipino aesthetic in the 70s, to a more nationalisticsearch for a new Filipino identity after 1986, to today’s celebration of the diversity in Filipino cultural traditions and histories.
Transcendental (Mervy Pueblo and Atsuko Yamagata) No. of Artworks Exhibited: 3 installations and 20 paintings No. of Artists: 2 No. of Audience/Guest: 194 (Nov. - 159; Dec. - 35) Artistic/Production Staff: 5 Name of Artist: Mervy Pueblo, Atsuko Yamagata Venue/Date:Bulwagang C.V. Francisco (LT Lobby); 14 November 2019 to 9 February 2020 Description: Pueblo and Yamagata, visual artists based in Manila, have met, created and exhibited their works at the recently concluded 7th international art festival called the Nakanojo Biennale in Japan last September 2019. This 14 November 2019, Thursday, 6pm, the Cultural Center of the Philippines unveils their work from the biennale to bid visitor to look-in to the insights of the artists in this exhibition who address historical, contemporary and societal specters.
The Horizon of Expectations (Sam Feleo)
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No. of Artworks Exhibited: 3 installations, 2 mixed media works, 5 pcs. Kaleidoscopes and 20 pieces petri dish with small crystals No. of Artist: 1 No. of Audience/Guest: 635 (Nov. - 164, Dec. - 471) Artistic/Production Staff: 5 Name of Artist: Sam Feleo Venue/Date:Bulwagang F. Amorsolo (Small Gallery) and 4th Floor Atrium; 28 November to 9 February 2020 Description: The exhibition is primarily composed of a series of hybrid sculptures made outof firedstoneware and artificially grown crystals. The works are a reflection of the artist’s phenomenological experience of time and space and the representation of an expansive and imaginative universe through the creation of dynamic and ever-changing work.
Ang Alamat Ng MalikhaingKonsyumer (GerechoIniel Cruz) No. of Artworks Exhibited: 4 looped video with virtual reality (VR) equipment No. of Artist: 1 No. of Audience/Guest: 109 Artistic/Production Staff: 5 Name of Artist: GerechoIniel Cruz Venue/Date:Pasilyo Vicente Manansala; (2/F Hallway Gallery); 5 December 2019 to 19 January 2020 Description: The CCP closes off the decade with a new media exhibition by GerichoIniel Cruz. This three-part show presents 360 degree videos of different aspects of, or “spectacles” at the CCP. Viewers will experience the physical exhibitions through a virtual tour using a Google cardboard virtual reality device placed on three church pews at the exhibition area. This is the first time that Cruz exhibits his work at the CCP, and he conceptualized it to support the ongoing 50th anniversary celebration of the Center.
CINEMALAYA EXHIBITIONS
Tribute for Eddie Garcia, Armida Siguion-Reyna, and Cesar Hernando Portraits of Films in Competition and Exhibition Portraits of the 2019 Filmmakers Cinemalaya Filmmakers 2005-2019 Scene Zone and Optima Augmented Reality (Ar) Experience
ARTWORKS FROM THE CCP VISUAL ARTS COLLECTION ON VIEW AT THE FOLLOWING EXHIBITIONS Philippine Contemporary Art: To Scale the Past and The Possible No. of artworks loaned/Artist: 10/Albano Raymundo Venue/Date:Upper Galleries, Metropolitan Museum of Manila; March 2016 to19 January 2019
Between Declarations And Dreams: Art of Southeast Asia since the 19thcentury Name of Artist/Title of Artwork: Jose Joya (Dimension of Fear, 1965) Venue/Date:UOB Southeast Asia Gallery, National Gallery Singapore; 1 April 2015 - November 2019
Reframing Modernism: Painting from Southeast Asia, Europe and Beyond Nameof Artist/Title of Artwork: Lee Aguinaldo (Linear No. 95, 1969) Venue/Date:Singtel Special Exhibition Gallery, National Gallery, Singapore;30 March 2016 - November 2019
Suddenly Turning Visible: Art and Architecture In Southeast Asia (1969-1989) No. of artworks loaned: 5 Name of Artist/Title of Artwork: Fernando Zobel (Lepidoptero: Noche de Verano, 1969), Jose Joya (Red Sarimanok, 1964), Arturo Luz (Untitled (Lamina Series, Undated), Napoleon Abueva (Study for “Columna Imelda”, 1977), Ofelia Gelvazon-Tequi (Predella, 1984) Venue/Date: Koh SeowChuan Concourse Gallery & The Ngee Ann Kongsi Concourse Gallery, National Gallery, Singapore; Nov. 19, 2019 to March 2020
Francisco V. Coching Centennial Exhibit: Nasaan Ka Na, Mara-Bini: Tracing Liberation and Empowerment in the stories of F.V. Coching’s Rebel Daughters
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No. of Audience/guests:48 Description: The CCP is proud to take part in the centennial celebration of National Artist for Visual Arts Francisco V. Coching via the exhibition, Nasan Ka Na, Mara-bini: Tracing Liberation and Empowerment in the Stories of F.V. Coching’s Rebel Daughters. The exhibit opened on January 29, 2019, the late artist’s 100th birthday.
Unabridged Space (Mary Lyn Dioso) No. of Audience/guests: 225 Name of Artist:Mary Lyn Dioso Description: Mary Lyn S. Dioso presents Unabridged Space where she invites the publicto reflect on their purchasing patterns. According to the artist, the title “Unabridged Space” alludes to a moment between the pre and post decision-making of a consumer.
SRP (Jzthranzur) No. of Audience/guests:222 Name of Artist:Jzthranzur Description: The exhibit featured thirteen paintings brandishing the visual vocabulary of brand marketing and popular advertising: gaudy eye-popping colors, animated lines, and fugitive glyphs that, due to their multitude, elude comprehension. Jstranzhur (b. 1994) is a self-taught artist based in Bulacan.
POSTER/ITY: 50 Years of Art at CCP No. of Audience/guests: 388+ 28 Name of Artist: B&C Design, Inc.; Curator: Ringo Bunoon Description: In commemoration of its 50th anniversary, the exhibition Poster/ity: 50 years ofArt and Culture at the CCP features a selection of over 200 posters of exhibitions,performances, and other events held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines from its opening in 1969 to the present.
Hymn, Sob, Psalm: Edith L. Tiempo, National Artist for Literature Centennial Exhibit No. of Audience/guests: 193 (exhibit opening - 63; whole month: 130) Description: An exhibition in commemoration of the birth centennial of National Artist for Literature Edith Tiempo and in celebration of her life and contributions to the country.
DPC-PLDT 33RDVisual Arts Competition No. of artists/participants:30 shortlisted No. of Audience/guests: 108 (exhibit opening: 91; whole month: 17) Description: An exhibition of the paintings of the thirty (30) finalists of the DPC-PLDT(Directories Philippines Corporation and Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company) 33rd Visual Arts Competition which were featured on the covers of telephone directories published by DPC (Yellow Pages) and PLDT (White Pages) in key cities nationwide. Since its inception in 1987, the VAC has been a celebration of creativity and artistic expression among students. This year’s theme is “Creating Legacy, Creating Future”.
The Cry of the Dead Whale: Earth Day Installation Name of Artist: Biboy Royong Description: On 11 May 2017, a supposed ‘dead whale’ was seen on the shores of Naic, Cavite. It was in fact an art installation. What looked like a dead whale from afar was really made of plastic waste up close.The Philippines ranks third in the list of countries with the most plastic waste going into the oceans. To address the issue, and with a very limited budget, the strategy taken wasa disruptive, monumental installation that effectively spread the message on the worsening case of plastic pollution. The large-scale sculpture was unveiled on the shores of one of the most polluted water bodies in the country — the Manila Bay. For the CCP’s The Cry of the Dead Whale installation, a new element was added - a “dead baby whale' inside the belly of the dead whale. A representation of the millennials — the generation that will inherit the future of our oceans, it is both a statement and a question directed at the target audience.
100 Women, 100 Ways of Life No. of Audience/guests: 210 Description: A collage of a hundred photographs that look at the ways by which the highly variant practices of heritage are constantly sustained and transformed by women
Icons Made No. of Audience/guests: 186 Description: The role of recognition programs in enriching culture and heritage lies in its facility to provide a springboard for the careers of exceptional young talents. These aspirants eventually become noteworthy contributors to the Philippine art scene, and respected artists, even icons, in their own.
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The Probability-Neither Yes nor No(Kanade Yagi) No. of Audience/guests: 362 Description: An exhibition by byKanade Yagi, a visual artist based in Manila, and Saitama, Japan. Featuring traditional healer's techniques - such as the divination and diagnostic methods called "pagtatawas" and "tadja" - Yagi will develop for this exhibition an installation composed of video projections and photographs, along with some of the everyday materials that healers often use.
Tagu-Tagpuan: A Grade 12 Visual Arts Thesis Exhibit of the Philippine High School for the Arts No. of Audience/guests: 409 Description: Tagu-Tagpuan is easily a call to play— to hide-and-seek, but also to regard what is hidden and revealed, and to direct these students’ personal views into the societal stream; thus contributing their perspectives into four themes of discourse.
On Conflicts and Terrains(Mark Sanchez) No. of Audience/guests: 123 (including exhibit opening)/Exhibit Opening: Pasilyo V. Manansala Description: An inventory of images that tell stories of corruption, territorial disputes, environmental plunder, deprivation of basic rights, and their consequences. The constructed landscape is an index of a particular social space as manufactured by feudalism, bureaucrat-capitalism and imperialism. It is a building-up of a map that delineates the local node of the global network of power and oppression that is capitalism at its latest stage.
HANDS ON: Touch, Engage, Create (Association of Pinoyprintmakers (A/P) No. of Audience/guests: 489 Description: In printmaking, interaction that make use of the senses other than sight are indicative of the process itself: touch is deployed to ascertain the surface of paper, one checks out the smell if the ink can still be used, one “listens” to how the ink sounds when applying with a brayer, thereby deciding if the thickness of the ink is appropriate enough. With the title Hands On: Touch, Engage, Create, the works here tell the viewer that tactility is not just a basic premise of creative generation, but a requirement of its “completion.”
OTHER EXHIBITION ACTIVITIES: (Talks / Walk-Through)
Designing for Culture Panel Discussion Audience count: 26 Description: In this panel discussion, practicing designers and artists from various fields of culture, as well as from CCP's history, were gathered to delve into the creative process and conceptualization that occurs in designing for art. It will attempt to articulate the elusive translation that occurs from initial discussion to actual production of materials to its effectivity in creating enticing and lasting impressions to the public. This panel discussion was in line with current exhibition POSTER/ITY: 50 Years of Art and Culture at the CCP.
A Reflection on Handling, Mounting, Treating and Storing Paper Art Colection: An Archiving and Paper Restoration Lecture and Demo Audience count: 27 Description: In line with International Museum Day, the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) partnered with Ortigas Foundation, known for specializing in paper, for a lecture-demonstration on the how-to's in treating, handling, mounting and storing of paper artifacts. Loreto Apilado and Mar Alcantara, members of the Ortigas Foundation Book & Paper Conservation Unit facilitated the workshop.
Hiraya Lecture Series: Icons Made: A Walk Through Preservation of Philippine Heritage Assets
Audience count: 70 Description: A lecture in line with exhibition of ICONS MADE at the CCP
Wish To Encourage Yourself (Children Workshop) Audience count: 12 Description:A children’s workshop facilitated by Kanade Yagi on traditional healing techniques in line with the exhibit “The Probability - neither yes nor no”
Repeat Pattern Screen Printing Workshop Audience count: 7
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Description: Silkscreen printing has been vital in the creation and proliferation of the posters for decades. This workshop was in line with current exhibition POSTER/ITY: 50 Years of Art and Culture at the CCP.
Kanade YagiWalk Through (“The Probility-Neither Yes nor No” ) Audience count: 22 Description: In The Probability - neither yes nor no - , Yagi arbitrates the lifeways of traditional healers and those who have encountered them through an inventory of objects, instructions, and images.
Kaisa Sa Sining Lecture Demonstration Audience count: 20 Description: In line with the Hands On; touch, engage, create exhibition, Association of Pinoyprintmakers’ members Mars Bugaoan and Jun-Jun Sta. Ana conducted lecture on Printmaking and rubbercutdemonstration for the KaisasaSining apprentices. Bugoan and Sta. Ana also conducted an exhibit walk through.
Drawing Near: Artists’ Talks with Nathalie Dagmang, Jo Tanierlaand Kanade Yagi No. of Audience:33 (33%) Description:In line with the closing of current exhibition The Probability- neither yes nor no- by Kanade Yagi, the Cultural Center of the Philippines and Load naDito hosted an artists' talk titled Drawing Near.
Guided Tour for the Fundacion Sanso Personnel No. of Audience:12
Hands On: Touch, Engage, Create Exhibit Artists’ Talk: Fil Dela Cruz, Jess Flores, AmbieAbano, HenriellePagkaliwangan No. of Audience: 15 Description:Artists of different generations presented their works and talked about their creative processes and experiences as a printmaker.
Field Notes: A Discussion On Conflicts And Terrians (Mark Sanchez) No. of Audience:14 Description:Field Notes is a reading activity with On Conflicts and Terrains as the point of departure for a discussion about the wide and complicated field this project looks into.
Hands On: Touch, Engage, Create Lecture/Demo/ Workshop For Art Educators No. of Audience:45 Description: Association of Pinoyprintmakers (AP) and CCP reach out to art educators through a lecture and workshop to better equip them inteaching printmaking to elementary and high school students.
Lecture/Demo/Workshop For Museum Personnel (Hands On: Touch, Engage, Create Exhibit) No. of Audience: 15 No. of Facilitators: 3 Description:An informative lecture on the technical aspects of printmaking focusing on the basic principles and processes in the discipline.
QRATED: The CCP Do-It-Yourself Tours Using QR Codes No. of activity: 1 No. of Participants: 21 No. of Scan Count: 41 scan count Venue/Date/Time:Various CCP Venues; 1 - 30 November 2019 to Dec. 1 -11, 2019 No. of Staff: 5 Description:QRated is a digitally guided walking tour of the CCP prompted by QR code captions. QRated includes artworks from the CCP Visual Arts Collection on permanent display, exhibition spaces, performance venues, architectural details and other noteworthy spaces, facilities and services within the CCP MainBuilding. QRated allows the CCP audience to explore the wonders of the Center through their smartphones and enjoy instant access to some of the CCP’s rich content at their own pace.
Screen-Printing Workshop No. of activity:1 No. of Participants: 31 No. of Facilitator: 1 Venue/Date/Time:Bulwagang J. Luna (Main Gallery); 20 November 2019, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Name of Facilitator:Andrei Salud of Hocus No. of Staff: 5 Program repertoire: screen-printing workshop Description: A special workshop for the ushering staff and for the members of the Front-of- House Apprenticeship Program.
Launching of The Posterity Exhibit Catalog and Reproduction of Selected Posters from The Exhibition
No. of activity:1 No. of Performers:7 No. of Audience/guests: 105 (105%) Venue/Date/Time:Bulwagang J. Luna (Main Gallery); 26 November 2019, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Names of Performers:Ringo Bunoan, Baby Imperial, Louise Lopez, Cris Go,Ralph Lorenz Fonte, Kenneth Liwanag, Paulo Bacunot, Raymond Ylagan, Regin Nolasco No. of Staff: 7 Description: The “Posterity: 50 Years of Art and Culture at the CCP” is an art-book that traced the evolution of graphic and visual design through the medium of posters. The book was launched at the 3rd floor, Main Gallery, CCP Main Building last November 26, 2019. The book was produced by the CCP Intertextual Division with the help of Visual Arts and Museum Division. It commemorates the 50th anniversary of the CCP and it was produced to give respect and honor to the artists and designers who took part in shaping how cultural experience is communicated to the public. Recognition To showcase the CCP’s endeavour of bringing the country’s diverse art to the Filipino audience and give respect and honor to the artists and designers who took part in shaping how cultural experience is communicated to the public.
ONSCREEN (Film screenings)
Met Opera in HD: Die Zauberflote (“The Magic Flute”)(Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart) (New York Met, Filipinas Opera Society Foundation, Ayala Theater Malls) Number of audience/guests:117 (_%) Description: The Metropolitan Opera presented the full-length, German version of Mozart’s magical fable. Soprano Golda Schultz is Pamina, tenor Charles Castronovo is Tamino, baritone Markus Werba is Papageno, and soprano Kathryn Lewek is the Queen of the Night. Julie Taymor’s spectacular production is a classic of the Met repertoire.
Met Opera in HD: La Boheme (Giacomo Puccini) No. of audience/ guest:147 Description: Tenor Michael Fabiano is the poor poet Rodolfo who falls head over heels for his neighbor, the seamstress Mimì, sung by soprano Sonya Yoncheva. Soprano Susanna Philipps returns as the flirtatious Musetta, baritone Lucas Meachem is her sweetheart Marcello, and baritone Alexey Lavrov as Schaunard and bass Matthew Rose as Colline complete the ensemble. Marco Armiliato conducts.
Met Opera in HD: Cosi Fan Tute (Wolfang Amadeus Mozart) No. of audience/ guest:112 (68%) Description: A winning cast comes together for Phelim McDermott’s clever vision of Mozart’s comedy about the sexes, set in a carnival-esque, funhouse environment inspired by 1950s Coney Island - complete with bearded ladies, fire eater, and a Ferris wheel. Manipulating the action are Kelli O’Hara as Despina and Christopher Maltman as Don Alfonso, with Amanda Majeski, Serena Malfi, Ben Bliss, and Adam Plachetka as the pairs of young lovers who test each other’s faithfulness.
Met Opera in HD: Norma (Vincenzo Bellini) No. of audience/ guest:80 (48%) Description: The new production of Bellini’s masterpiece stars Sandra Radvanovsky as the Druid priestess and Joyce DiDonato as her friend and rival Adalgisa – a casting coup for belcanto fans. Tenor Joseph Calleja is Pollione, Norma’s unfaithful lover, and Carlo Rizzi conducts. Sir David McVicar’s evocative production sets the action deep in a Druid forest where nature and ancient ritual rule.
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Free screenings of indie films, Filipino animation, documentaries, and especially themed works. The screenings are accompanied by talkbacks with directors, actors and critics to promote film appreciation among “newbies” and cineastes. This year’s sections included: Cinemalaya Presents; Taboo: Unwholesome Cinema; Animahenasyon at GawadAlternatibo: Pinoy Animated Films; The President’s Playlist: Films About Martial Law; The GMA Documentaries and classics from the Archives.
Cinemalaya Presents... Of Love and Faith - Sa GabingNananahimik Ang MgaKuliglig by IarArondaing (2017); Musmos Na Sumibol Sa Gubat ng Digma by IarArondaing(2018) No. of audience:97pax - Endo by Jade Castro (2009); Halaw by Sheron Dayoc (2010) No. of audience: 56 (33%) - Diablo by Mes de Guzman (2012); Transit by Hannah Espia (2014) No. of audience:175 (104%) - Posas by Lawrence Fajardo (2012); Last Supper by Veronica Velasco (2009) No. of audience:185 (101%) - Bwakaw by Jun Lana ( 2012); ML by Benedict Maigue, Jr. (2018) No. of audience: 202 (110%)
CINEMULAT A program that showcase films that breathe life and context on important social, political, and cultural events that discursively shaped the nation and molded the filmmaker, her art and spectators. - Barber’s Tale (Jun Lana) No. of films shown: 1 No. of audience: 47 (47%) Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang M. Conde, 3 October 2019, 5:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 4
- Pagbarug Tu Pagtuon (ArbiBarbarona) / Pisay (AuraeusSolito) No. of films shown: 2 No. of audience: 53 (27%) Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang M. Conde, 5 October 2019, 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 4
15@100: THE CINEMALAYA WAVE A humbling acknowledgement of Cinemalaya’s contribution to the 100 years of Philippine Cinema. “Cinemalaya Wave” is in reference to the New Wave film movements that emerged in world cinema characterized by experimentations in style and narrative, and reflexively aware of contradictions immanent in a shifting social and political milieu.
- Wag Mo AkongKausapin, Kontroladoni Girl Ang Buhay Nya, Sa Among Agwat, Heist School, Disconnection Notice/John Denver Trending No. of films shown: 6 No. of audience:154 (77%) Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang M. Conde, 10October 2019, 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 4
- Ang Pagdadalagani Maximo Oliveros/Quick Change No. of films shown: 2 No. of audience: 89 (45%) Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang M. Conde, 17 October 2019, 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 4
REFLEXIVE CINEMA - Tuhog by Jeffrey Jeturian (2001) No. of audience:72 (86%) - Ang Mga Kidnaper Ni Ronnie Lazaro (2012); Written and Directed by: Sigfried Barros-Sanchez No. of audience:62 (74%) - Ang Babaesa Septic Tank by Marlon Rivera (2011) No. of audience: 65 (71%) - KameraObskura (Raymond Red) No. of films shown: 1
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No. of audience: 12 (12%) Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang M. Conde, 9 November 2019, 5:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 4
- The Big Broadcast (Tony Cayado)/Experience (Lino Brocka) No. of films shown: 2 No. of audience: 32 (16%) Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang M. Conde, 9 November 2019, 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 4
- Circa/Star (1979) No. of films shown: 2 No. of audience: 39 (19.5%) Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang M. Conde, 23 November 2019, 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 4
Animahenasyon and Gawad Alternatibo - Pinoy Animated Films/Animahenasyon Series for Earth Day Celebration and Gawad Alternatibo Animation Series on Environmental Concerns No. of audience:21
SpecialScreening: HuwagDamdamin Revisiting the 1980’s Kaliwa Dam (CCP Production) No. of film shown: 1/2 No. of audience: 420 (78%) Venue/Date/ Time:Tanghalang H. Batute and CCP Front Lawn; 29 November 2019, 3:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 4 Description: Youth Strike 4 Climate Philippines and theCultural Center of the Philippines presented thefilm showing of “Sabangan” by Jose Cuaresma, F. Espiritu, Jose Cuaresma, B. Libres, R. Gruta, and L. Fischer. The screening is followed by a forum to deepen our knowledgeabout the controversial China- funded Kaliwa Dam. After the film screening and forum,the Global Climate Strike brings the Climate ARTstrike, an artistic climate action againstKaliwa Dam. It’s a night filled with music and performances from various artists as theystrike against Kaliwa Dam and climate crisis through the arts.
CINEMULAT A program that showcase films that breathe life and context on important social, political, and cultural events that discursively shaped the nation and molded the filmmaker, her art and spectators.
Pelicolab: Gawad Alternatibo Specials A film program that draws inspiration from early, hard-to-find works of Gawad Alternatibo filmmakers and winners who are now renowned film artists, film industry practitioners, educators and historian. - Ekis, TronongGinto, Manila Screams, Juan Gapang, Words and Outtakers, Moron’s Honnies, Spit/Noli, POT, Bagabag, Work in Progress, 7:17 No. of films shown: 11 No. of audience: 21 (21%) Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang M. Conde, 26 October 2019, 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 6
“The Man They Call Jose Rizal: A Centennial Celebration of The Life and Legacy of Eddie Del Mar” No. of films shown: 2 No. of audience: 101(56%) Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang M. Conde, 12 October 2019, 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 4 Description: A centennial celebration of the life and legacy of Eddie Del Mar.As a tribute to him, a video documentary directed by DikTrofeo was shown at the Dream Theater. The private occasion gathered former colleagues in the film industry, members of the press and leaders of organizations involved in movies and arts.Eddie del Mar portrayed the role of our national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal and won a FAMAS award in the
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1956 film Buhay at Pag-ibigni Dr. Jose Rizal. After this, he endeavored to mount a film based on Rizal’s novel, “Noli Me Tangere”, where he portrayed the lead role, Crisostomo Ibarra. Leopoldo Salcedo was Elias and the director was Gerardo de Leon, now National Artist for Cinema. In his lifetime, he made 56 films.
CineResbak Films on Human Rights by RESBAK (Respond and Break the Silence Against the Killings) about martiallaw, the drug war, and people power in the Philippines
RESBAK FILMS: Burning Women/ Christmas in Our Hearts Reloaded (Hindi Oke#1)/ TokhanginamoUnabes/ Orpahn/ Ang MgaKriminal/ Panawagan ng Pagkilos/Marawi Evacuees/TindigRanao/ SONA 2017/No Hero/ LiwanagsaDilim/ Maligaya Sana Ang Pasko (Hindi Oke#2)/ United People’s SONA 2018/ TumbangPreso ng Bayan/ Si Kian / Christmas Wish No. of films shown: 1 show/16 Filipino films No. of audience: 37 (37%) Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang M. Conde, 7 December 2019, 3:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 3
CINEMA UNDER THE STARS Cinema under the Stars is a seasonal outdoor film screening at the CCP Front Lawn. For this Christmas season, a 3-night special event from December 13 to 15 was held withscreenings of the best Cinemalaya, Gawad Alternatibo, and select family-friendly films,surrounded by the glittering parols and featuring performances as part of Sinag: Festival of Radiance. - Diskarte by Mich Cervantes and Agu Crisostomo, Asan Si Lolo Me? By Sari Estrada; ChristmasIn Our Hearts Reloaded by RESBAK; Pan De Salawal by Che Espiritu Radiance. No. of films shown: 1 show/4 Filipino films No. of audience:369 (105%) Venue/Date/ Time: CCP Front Lawn, 13 December 2019, 6:30 p.m.- 9:30p.m Artistic/ production staff: 10
- Maligaya Sana Ang Pasko by RESBAK; Paper Cut by Patricia Baguio Camino; Ekstra by JefrreyJeturian No. of films shown: 1 show/3 Filipino films No. of audience: 373 (107%) Venue/Date/ Time: CCP Front Lawn, 14 December 2019, 7:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 6
- Christmas In Our Hearts Reloaded by RESBAK; Sa Saiyang Isla by Christian Candelaria; Doon Sa Kabila ng Bulkan by Ellen Ramos; Ang Maangas, Ang Marikit at Ang Makata by Jose Ibarra Guballa; Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank by Marlon Rivera No. of films shown: 1 show/5 Filipino films No. of audience: 359 (103%) Venue/Date/ Time: CCP Front Lawn, 15 December 2019, 7:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 5
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Screening of Iska (Theodore Boborol) And John Denver Trending (Arden Rod Cortez) No. of films shown: 2 No. of audience: 8 Venue/Date/ Time:Dream Office; 25 October 2019, 10:00 a.m. Artistic/ production staff: 2 Description: Special screening of “Iska” by Theodore Boborol and “John Denver Trending” by Arden Rod Cortez for research project of San Beda students.
Screening: Human Centered Stories Night No. of films shown: 1 No. of audience: 25 (25%) Venue/Date/ Time:Tanghalang M. Conde; 19 October 2019, 5:00 p.m.
Presscon: Leonardo Da Vinci In Manila
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(Co Production - Philippine Italian Association & Embassy of Italy) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Audience: 30 (20%) Artistic/Production Staff: 10; crew: 8 Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang N. Abelardo Lobby; 23 October 2019, 10:30 a.m. Description: The press conference for Leonardo da Vinci in Manila was organized as part of the publicity plans for the said event. The Philippine Italian Association, together with the Embassy of Italy, is organizing a program of cultural and artistic activities in Manila so as to deepen public knowledge of Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci and his impact in the Renaissance period and the modern world. The core of the series of activities being proposed centers on the works of the renowned Italian artist Massimiliano Finazzer Flory, who, since 2011 has been investigating the life of Leonardo da Vinci and the relevance of his genius to contemporary generations.
Cinemalaya Sponsors Appreciation Party with Special Screening of “John Denver Trending” No. of activity:1 No. of audience:39 (39%) Venue/Date/ Time: Tanghalang M. Conde, 23 November 2019, 2:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 10 Description: Thanksgiving gathering and special screening of “John Denver Trending” for Cinemalaya sponsors.
SpecialScreening of “John Denver Trending In Cavite (Co-Production - School of Slow Media) No. of film shown: 1 No. of audience: 3,000 Venue/Date/ Time:Ugnayang La Salle, Dasmarinas, Cavite; 27 November 2019, 2:00 p.m. Artistic/ production staff: 10 Description: A special screening of “John Denver Trending for the students of De La Salle University, Dasmarinas, Cavite.
PHSA Search For Young Art Scholar (PHSA Audition) (Venue Grant – PHSA) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Participants: No. of Audience: 180 (90 %) Artistic/Production Staff: ; crew: Venue/Date/ Time:Tanghalang N. Abelardo Lobby; 30 November 2019, 7:00 a.m. Description: Philippine High School for the Arts (PHSA) audition for young art scholar.
CCP Institutional Presscon (CCP Production) No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Performers: 5 No. of Audience: 83 (166%) Artistic/Production Staff: 8; crew: 7 Names of Artists/Performers:MarkkiStroem, Dulaang UP’s Fuente Ovejuna (2),Hip Hop Dancers (2) Venue/Date/ Time:Tanghalang H. Batute; 11 December 2019, 12:00 p.m. Description: Announcement of CCP’s 2020 performance season. Mr. Chris .Millado, CCP Vice President and Artistic Director presented the CCP’s year-long programming in a press conference held at the TanghalangHusengBatute.
ONLINE
Filipino Heritage Month Film Screening (Venue Grant - Filipino Festival Inc.) a. Gumising Ka Maruja (1979 by Lino Brocka)/ LigawnaBulaklak (1976 by Ishmael Bernal) No. of audience/ guest:226 (104%)
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Korean Film Screening (Lessee - Myeon and Only PH) a. Trilogy II: StellarA (Student A) No. of audience:76 (90%) Description: A special movie screening of Korean actor Kim Junmyeon’s movie “Student A” in celebration of his birthday. “Student A” is a film based on a web-comic that tackles the social situation of a junior high school student faced with bullying, game addictions and domestic violence.Presented by Myeon and Only PH (MAOPH), a non-profit support group for EXO-s leader Suho (Kim Junmyeon).
Czech Embassy Film Screening (Co - Production – Czech Embassy) - Pelikulang Czech Handog Para Sa Kabataan: Angel of the Lord by Andel Pane No. of audience/ guest: 127 (89%) Description: Special screening of movies for children which featured the Czech film ”Angel of the Lord”, a charming movie about love, forgiveness and the ability to help others selflessly in celebration of the International Children’s Day on June 1, 2019. The event was presented in cooperation with the Embassy of the Czech Republic.
Reflexive Cinema - Walang Take Two by Carlos Ortega Cuevas, 2015 No. of audience: 14 (14%)
ARTS ONLINE CCP LECTURE SERIES Description: A mediated learning technology designed for students and teachers on Basic on Basic Education Curriculum for greater understanding and appreciation of Philippine arts and culture. It utilizes online media or mediated technologies for learning in a formal of education. Develop a greater awareness and appreciation of Philippine arts and culture. Nurture audiences and the broadest publics in art awareness and appreciation. This project is software based hosted video conferencing where artists interact with students and teachers as part of a flexible learning capability or activity.
a. Carillo Cart Project (Marc Cosico)/ Bulwagang C.V. Francisco; 9 October 2019, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
b. Philippine Film History (Karl Castro) /MKP Hall; 23 October 2019, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ARTS ONLINE CCP LECTURE SERIES No. of Production/Shows: 1/1 No. of Audience/guests: 180 (students and teachers all over the region) 46 live; 134 online
LIVE AUDIENCE - PASAY CITY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL, Pasay City, NCR Teacher in charge : Hope Velarde 2 teachers, 44 students arts and design
ONLINE AUDIENCE - EUGENIO LOPEZ JR. CENTER FOR MEDIA ARTS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, Diliman, QC. Principal: Mrs. Josephine D. Obligar Teacher in Charge: BrendalynDulos& Joe Louie Lavaro 2 teachers, 40 students
NABUNTURAN COMPREHENSIVE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, Compostela Valley, Teacher in Charge: WILLIAM R. RANARA 2 teachers, 32 students
VALENCIA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, Valencia City Principal: Ramilito P. Paloma, PhD Teacher in-charge: Rey D. Calo, Alfred Llasos, James Salvan 2 teachers, 21 students
TUDELA COMPREHENSIVE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Tudela, Misamis Occidental Teacher in Charge: Mark Guimbao 2 Teachers, 33 students
No. of Resource Person/s: 2, 1 host (Kuya ART) Abner Delina, Jr.
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Artistic/production staff: 6; crew: 2 Names of Artists/Resource Persons: Jonathan Tadioan and Marco Viana (TanghalangPilipino Actor’s Company members) Venue/Date/Time: CCP MKP Hall; 23 October 2019
DIGITIZATION OF AUDIO VISUAL CARRIERS January-Dec: No. of digitized materials:1,133audio materials 927 video materials 93 photos
1-31 October 2019 Video Tapes Audio Tapes Mini DV Reel Tapes Total Collections 7,579 Total Digitized 4,065 Percentage 54.54 % Durations 4,240:12:65
1-30 November Video Tapes Audio Tapes 2019 Mini DV Reel Tapes Total Collections 3,392 7,579 Total Digitized 2,754 4,145 Percentage 81.19% 54.69 Durations 2,098:74:51 4,298:25:77
1-31 December Video Tapes Audio Tapes 2019 Mini DV Reel Tapes Total Collections 7,579 Total Digitized 4,191 Percentage 545.29 Durations 4,331:74:88
IN THE WORKS (beginners, intermediate, advanced workshops and fellowships, recitals)
Film Showing and CCP Exhibition Visit of IPOPHIL Employees (CCP Production) No of Participants:96 (IPOPHIL: 83 [45 Female; 38 Male; Walk-in Participants [Non-IPOPHIL]: 13 [9 Female; 4 Male) Description: A special film screening of “AngPaglilitisniMangSerapio” with a talk back and a visit of Posterity Exhibit by IPOPhil employees in CCP.This activity was a support of the CCP to IPOPhil for their celebration of Intellectual Property Rights month.
RECITALS TP Actors Company Recital: Tartufee (Ang Manloloko) (Resident Company Production) Total Audience: 456 (76% of capacity) Description: In 1664, Tartuffe premiered in Versailles. A five-act version of Tartuffe was played in 1667, but once only: it was banned by the President of Police and by the Archbishop on pain of excommunication. Molière’s reply was to lobby the king repeatedly, even in a military camp, and to publish a defense of his play called Lettre sur la comédie de l’Imposteur.
Philippine High School for the Arts Recitals (Venue Grant - PHSA)
IDI Ugma: A Maquiling Ballet Grand Recital (Junior High School) Description: A five-part dance choreography by the Cuentos Ballet (PHSA Junior High School) intricately link together by one concept – the devolution of man. The whole dance pieces was a parallelism to the stages of
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evolution of man, from apes to Homo sapiens or human. Aeflection of the human wisdom and intellect that has been reengineered by themselves and adversely affecting their ways of lives.
Makiling Dance 2019 (Senior High School Dance Majors) No. of Audience: 199 (24% of capacity) Description: PHSA dance recital featuring the Dance Majors of Batch Jarmonya (Jose Joya – Severino Montano).
Music Recital (Violin) No. of Audience:164 (40%) Description: Violin recital featuring music by J.S. Bach, L. Van Beethoven, W.A. Mozart, and S. Barber showcasing the skills and talents of Ian Levi S. Mora and Jodeline MichaelaPecson in violin.
The Show (32nd Ballet and Music Recital) (Lessee - Pink Toes Center for the Performing Arts, Inc.- Anapolis) No. of Audience/guests: 223 (54%) Description: A ballet and music recital of the Pink Toes Center for the Performing & Musical Arts. Ballerinas performed excerpts from ‘La Fille Mal Gardee’ (the unchaperoned daughter), a light and playful classical ballet piece that made audience laugh and briefly forget the noise of the world outside the theatre walls, aside from Broadway and contemporary dances. Musicians entertained the audience with classical and broadway pieces in piano, violin and songs.
Viva La Vida! (Pink Toes Center Grand Recital) Description: A celebration of Spanish and Latin music and dances, performed by the Pink Toes Ballerinas and The Play Music Club - piano violin voice students of Fairview, Congressional, and New Era University . The main act was the ballet Don Quixote in pure dance divertissement. Betina Root played the role of Kitri partnered by Marveen Ely Lozano from the UP Dance Company. Dance Choreographies by Ethel Cablao, Marla Rivera and Herbert Alvarez, Janine Liao directs and arranges the music.
Sayaw Workshop Recital (Resident Company Production - Bayanihan) No. of Audience/Guests:296 (36%) Description: Culminating activity and recital of the two-week Bayanihan annual intensive dance workshop aimed at training young Filipinos in the genre of folk music and dance.
Start Spreading The (Good) News! (Lessee - ACTS Manila) No. of Audience/Guests:1,853 (34%) Description: An annual ballet presentation of Acts Manila Affiliate Schools from over 20 branches for the year 2018-2019 in an array of choreographies set to Broadway and gospel music. ACTS Manila, is a faith- based company and affiliate school system whose dancers are trained using a Vaganova-based syllabus and modern ballet to cover technique, along with Life 101 Bible-based meetings to mold character.
Silver Celebrating 25 Years of Steps Dance Studio (Changing Lives Through Dance) (Lessee - Steps Dance Studio) No.of Audience/guests: 1,349 (74%) Description: The culminating activity of the Steps Dance Studio Summer Dance Workshop 2019, showcasing different genres of dance. A vibrant, colorful and another great journey for Step students in learning, friendship and a new sense of love for this great art of dance.
PSBB@25 The Perry Sevidal Silver Ballet Silver Anniversary Recital (Lessee - Perry Sevidal Ballet) Description: A production highlighting terpsichorean achievements of both present and alumni students of the PerrySevidal Ballet as it celebrates 25 years of independent existence.
FLIP 2019: The Light of Education #Fgsphilippines@30 (Lessee - FoGuang Shan Foundation, Inc.) No. of Audience/guests: 1,238 (68%) Description: The annual recital of The FoGuang Shan Foundation for its education program which highlighted the 30th anniversary of FoGuang education and culture in the Philippines. The fourth (4th) annual grand recital featured the Filipino scholars of the different education programs of the Foundation including ‘Siddhartha the Musical’ - the original musical on the Life of Buddha. Other highlights included
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songs, dances and theatre excerpts by the newly founded Guang Ming Institute for the Performing Arts - Cebu and Guang Ming College, founded in 2014 in Manila.
The 50th CCP Summer Dance Workshop In Concert (Featuring The 2019 Young Choreographers’ Showcase) (Resident Company Production - Ballet Philippines) No. of Audience/guests: 959 (59%) Description: The Philippines' first and longest running summer dance intensive workshop run by the country's premier ballet company celebrates its 50th Year. The culminating program had participants perform excerpts from the classical ballet Copellia and a new ballet, Alice in Wonderland, directed by Gia Gequinto. The performances also included new works from the dance company's roster of young and talented choreographers.
The 2019 Classical Concert (Lessee - Etude Casa Musica) No. of Audience/guests: 324 (78%) Description: Etude Casa Musical’s annual recital-concert featuring a musical journey from early Gothic period, through the Glorious Renaissance, and the ultimate refinement and sophistication of the Baroque period.
WORKSHOPS
CCP Summer Arts Academy: A Sining Sa Eskwela Program No. of Guest Speaker:10 Description: The CCP Summer Arts Academy 2019 is especially designed to provide teachers (non- beginners), early career and community-based artists with professional and specialized training on their respective art forms, to build their capacities and advance their creative development by putting emphasis on advancing the level of art literacy, techniques, processes, and art making geared towards the attainment of artistic excellence.
39th National Folk Dance Workshop No. of Participants:1,025 (teachers, dance directors/choreographers, dancers and students from different parts of the country) Description: An annual week-long folk dance workshop specially designed for teachers, dancers, dance trainors, dance directors and choreographers. It primarily aims to address the various needs and concerns of folk dance education and dance production. This year, the Philippine Folk Dance Society conducted said event in partnership with the CCP specifically through its Arts Education Department (AED). The implementation of this year’s National Folk Dance Workshop was historical as the Philippine Folk Dance Society highlighted its 70th founding anniversary. It was held at the CCP Folk Arts Theater where the pioneers of the programs namely National Artists for Dance, Francisca Reyes-Aquino and Lucrecia Urtula made their impact.
50th CCP Summer Dance Workshop (Resident Company Production - Ballet Philippines) Description: The Philippines' first and longest running summer dance intensive workshop run by the country's premier dance company.
SPECIALIZED WORKSHOPS
Koryolab CCP Choreographers’ Series Workshop Description: A residency program for mid-career choreographer geared to nurturing the development of new works. Choreographers will be mentored by established artists and will be engaging with professional dancers and collaborators in music and design. The 2019 Koryolab choreographers are Sarah Samaniego, Dingdong Selga, Buboy Raquitico, Dax Chan, and Michael Que.
Maxime Zecchini Piano Masterclass Description: A piano masterclass given by Maxime Zecchini, a French prize-winning pianist and an eclectic musician. The piano masterclass was held in cooperation with Alliance Francaise de Manille.
Cinemalaya Institute 2019 Graduation (Co- Production) No. of Students: 22 a. Basic Filmmaking - 10
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b. Production Management - 12 Description: Graduation of the participants to the Cinemalaya Institute 2019. The CinemalayaInstitute offers graduate level classes on Writing, Directing and Production Management. Intensive classes were held at the CCP from May - June 2019. Filmmaking: Heading the program was film director Carlos Siguion- Reyna. He also handles the Basic Filmmaking: The Silent Film class.
BatangSining Creative Workshop(For Alternative Learning System Student) (CCP Production) No. of Participants:94 (ALS KatutubongDumagat - 22; ALS Cagbalete - 60; ALS Teachers - 12) Venue/Date/Time: Cagbalete, Mauban, Quezon; 10 - 16 June 2019, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Description: A four-day workshop for Alternative Learning System Students (Dumagat Tribe and Cagbalete), that involves dance, visual arts theatrical presentation, and storytelling. It is aimed to develop skills in creative expression to enable the ALS students to communicate artistically and discover their creativity and keep them from vices.
Virgin Labfest 15 Writing Fellowship Program (CCP Production) No of Participants: 10 fellows Description: The Virgin Labfest 15 Writing Fellowship Program is a two-week mentorship program on the study and practice of dramatic writing for the stage. The fellows took part in lectures, discussions, and workshops on playwriting and script critiquing.
CONFERENCES, MEETINGS, TRADE FAIRS AND NETWORKING
Steadfast! The Union Asia Pacific Regional Conference Manila 2019 (Lessee - Philippine Tuberculosis Society Inc.) No. of Audience: 196 (24%) Description: A conference featuring a battery of speakers and other international expertsspeaking on tuberculosis as well as other respiratory diseases.
45th UMPIL National Writers’ Congress (Co-Production - Unyon ng mgaManunulat ng Pilipinas) No. of /Audience/Participants:114 (57%) Description: The Unyon ng MgaManunulatsaPilipinas (UMPIL) opened the 45thUMPIL National Writers’Congress in a ceremony at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) on April 27, 2019.University of the Philippines Diliman Professor Dr. Felipe de Leon, Jr. discussed his keynote lecture followed by the writers’ forum on ‘Panitikan at Galing’ by Noel Pingoy, John Labella, and Victor Emmanuel Carmelo Nadera, Jr, The second forum talks about the work of Sylvia Claudio, Sooey Valencia, and Michael Carlo Villas entitled ‘Panitikan at Ginhawa’.
Virgin LabfestPlaywright’s Fair No of Audience/Participants:1,029 (Playwrights, readers, teachers, students and publishers - 351; TAT Lobby - 351; TMC - 435) No.of Speakers/Moderators:25 No.of Publishers: 4 No.of Writers Group:2 Description: The first ever playwright-centered book-fair featuring Filipino writers which aims to provide selling and marketing platform for the services, publications and other products of writers of theatrical productions. This fair is a venue for playwrights to share their works and expertise to old and new audiences.
Cinemalaya Eyeball U. (Indie Kita, Indie Usap, Indie Saya!) Audience Count: 554 (62%) Description: This two-day affair is a conversation starter among Indie stars, filmmakers, and film enthusiasts ina more personal and relaxed setting.
CinemalayaEyevend Film Market 2019 No. of Participants: 5 Description: This annual event offers a platform for networking and business-to-business exchange among film enthusiasts and stake holders from the different sectors of the film industry.
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Cinemalaya Closing Ceremony and Awards Night Audience count: 919 (51%) No. of Performers: 115
COMPETITION (adjudicated event)
2019 Philippine Hip Hop Dance Championship (Eliminations and Finals) (Co-Production – Hip Hop International Philippines) No of Participating Crews:942 (Eliminations: 7 groups [942 pax]; Finals: 36 groups [527 pax]) No. of Audience:2,445 (71%) Description: An event that aims to gather the best hip hop crews in the country to compete against one another to earn a spot and represent the country at the World Hip Hop Dance Championship in Phoenix, Arizona.
Ika-31 Gawad CCP Para Sa AlternatibongPelikula At Video (The 31st CCP Independent Film and Video Competition) No. of Activities: 1 film and video competition (four [4] categories); 1 awarding ceremony Total No. of Audience: 712 (59%) Description: Gawad CCP Para saAlternatibongPelikula at Video (The CCP Independent Film and Video Competition) promotes Filipino independent filmmaking by giving recognition to the year’s most outstanding film and video artists. It is also the longest-running independent film and video competition in Asia. Since 1987, Gawad Alternatibo annually cites the best efforts of Pinoy filmmakers in four categories - Animation, Experimental, Documentary and Short Feature.
KabataangGitarista (KG) Participation at The Saigon International Guitar Competition No. of competition:1 No. of Participants/Contestants: Total number of participants: (Junior Category, Nov. 8, 2019: 19 individuals Total number of participants: Guitar Ensemble Category, November 9, 2019: 8 ensembles (from 2-28 members per ensemble) No. of Audience: Junior Category (November 8, 2019) 100 (estimate) Ensemble Category: 120 (estimate) Artistic/production Team: 1 Venue/Date/Time: Ho Chi Minh City Conservatory of Music, Ho Chi Minh,Vietnam; 6 – 10 November 2019 Description: Participation of the KabataangGitarista Trio (Fernando Sy-Changco III, David Tiongson Edel Mark Bitao) in the Guitar Ensemble Category, and Edel Mark Bitao, in the Junior Guitar Category (below 18 years old) at the Saigon International Guitar Festival Competition held at the Ho Chi Minh City Conservatory of Music, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam on November 6 – 10, 2019.
Recognition The KabataangGitarista Trio won Third Prize in the Guitar Ensemble Category and Edel Mark Bitao won Third Prize in the Junior Category.
Alab ng Musika: The 2019 National Finals Competition (Resident Company Production - NAMCYA) No. of activities: 1 opening ceremony; 2 concert of winners/10 competitions Total No. of Participants/Contestants: 453 Total No. of Audience: 3,500 (41%) Artistic/production Team: 30; crew: 23 Venue/Date/Time:Tanghalang N. Abelardo and Tanghalang A. Tolentino;26 November 2019 to 1December 2019, 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. Description: An annual competition of the best young music and dance artists from different regions in various instrumental and vocal categories.Now on its 46th year, NAMCYA continues to serve as catalyst in discovering and nurturing young Filipino musicians advancing artistic performance, creativity, and Philippine music traditions. The competition is in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, the Cultural Center of the Philippines, and the Department of Education (DepEd).
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KabataangGitarista (KG) Members Participation at The National Music Competition For Young Artists
Categories Venue/ No. of No. of No. of No. of Date/Time Produc./shows Participant Artistic/prod. Audience/ s Staff/Crew guests Junior Guitar Category Nov. 26, 1 5 343 2019 3:00 p.m.
Chamber Music Nov. 28, 1 6 125 Category 2019 ensembles 6:00 p.m. Solo Winner’s Concert Nov. 30, 1 2 96 2019 6:00 p.m. TOTAL 3 564
Description: The participation of the selected members of the KabataangGitarista in the finals of the National Music Competitions for Young Artists (NAMCYA) held at the CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino: Edel Mark Bitao and Job Cabagsang in Junior Guitar Category held on November 26, 2019, and the KG Trio in the Chamber Music Category held on November 28, 2019. Recognition: Edel Mark Bitao and Job Cabagsang won first and third prize respectively in the Junior Guitar Category of NAMCYA. Their winning has underscored the fact that the performers of KabataangGitarista has reached world class standards.
AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS (recognition of excellence)
PBBY National Children’s Book Day Celebration (Awarding Ceremonies) (Co-Production – Philippine Board on Books for Young People) No. of Speakers: 7 No.ofPerformers: 6 storytellers, 2 singers No. of Facilitators: 2 No. of Audience/guests: 96 (120%) (morning); 215 (80%) (afternoon) Description: The CCP Intertextual Division continued to celebrate the National Children's Book Day with the Philippine Board on Books for Young People every third Tuesday of July. This is to commemorate the date of the publication of Jose Rizal's "The Monkey and the Turtle" in Trubner's Oriental Record in London. Recognition: CCP as premiere cultural and artistic venue that places importance on youth development through reading, writing, and learning. Also highlighting the CCP as an organization dedicated to encouragement and promotion of equality and inclusivity. Responsiveness: For the 36th time in teaming up with the Philippine Board on Books For Young People, this year's National Children's Book Day prioritized inclusivity and open-mindedness. Through the launching of many children’s books, five of them about LGBT rights, the CCP made a statement about the importance of equality and fairness in the world today.
Pammadayaw: Araw Ng Gawad 2019 (Venue Grant – Commission on the Filipino Language) No.ofPerformers: 11 No.of Awards: 8 No.of Awardees: 19 No. of Audience/Guests: 150 (100%) Description: Pammadayaw is being celebrated annually to honor outstanding individuals and agencies who have contributed to the development of Filipino and other native languages in the Philippines.
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ON THE PAGE (publication)
Ani 40: Katutubo Book Discussion (Co- Production - Pinoy Reads Pinoy Books Book Club) No. of Audience/guests:13 (Pinoy Reads Pinoy Book Club Members, librarian, writer, cultural workers, professionals) Description: The book discussion for ANI 40: Katutubo, in partnership with Pinoy Reads Pinoy Books Book Club, aimed to raise awareness around the journal of the Cultural Center of the Philippines, the ANI 40 that contains anthology of works by veteran and less-known writers around the country. The theme of ANI 40 is Katutubo and by discussing the content and parts of the book, the attendees of the discussion gained better perspective about indigenous people on the Philippines and the victims of the Marawi Siege. According to the participants, the book was an eye opener and at the same time it helped writers around the country to showcase their works.
CCP Encyclopedia Of Philippine Art (EPA) Regional Launch In Iloilo (CCP Production) No. of Audience/guests: 87 Description: The CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine Art Regional Launch in Iloilo City was the first of a series of launching events happening in select provinces of the country as a means of expanding the reach of the EPA in the regional level. Through this, the CCP aims to provide access to this wealth of new and updated data on Philippine arts to students, educators, scholars, and researchers outside Metro Manila.
CINEMALAYA LAUNCH
The Ricky Lee Film Scriptwriting Workbook The Ricky Lee Film Scriptwriting Workbook is a masterpiece that contains tips on film writing, story and character templates, and troubleshooting the script, it also contains creative triggers and writing exercises.
Philippine Cinema and the Cultural Economy of Distribution 2019 Name of Author: Michael Kho Lim Description: This book explores the complex interplay of culture and economics in the context of Philippine cinema.
ART-TRACTIONS (regular public attractions)
Sinag: Festival of Radiance (CCP Production) No. of Performers: 195 No. Audience: 1,515 (152%) Description: The Cultural Center of the Philippines renewed its partnership with the legendary craftsmen of the City of San Fernando, Pampanga for a showcase of lights billed Sinag: A Festival of Radiance, launched on September 26, 7:00 p.m. at the CCP Front Lawn. The art installation was made by multimedia artist Abdulmari “Toym” Imao, Jr. and the Kapampangan craftsmen led by 5th generation lanternmaker, Arvin Quiwa. The music was commissioned by CCP through National Artists for BienvenidoLumbera (lyrics) and Ryan Cayabyab (music & orchestration).
Sinag Performances (CCP Production) No. of Production/Shows: 1/8 Venue/Date/Time: CCP Front Lawn; 16 & 23 November 2019, 6:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Names of Performers Date/Time No. of No. of No. of No. of Productions/ Performers Artistic/ Audience/ shows Prod. guests Staff/ Crew Simeona F. Nov. 16, 2019 2 32 dancers 3 prod. ChanyungcolLahingKa 6:00 p.m., staff,
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yumanggiMananayaw 7:00 p.m. 9 crew 258 ng Marikina Inc. 200 General Trias Youth Nov. 23, 2019 2 35 musicians 3 prod. Symphonic Band 6:00 p.m., Staff, 7:00 p.m. 11 crew 366 273
Komedya ng Don Galo Dec. 8, 2019 2 24 actors 16 prod. 6:00 p.m., staff, 7:00 p.m. 11 crew 206 176
Ephesus Teatron Dec. 14, 2019 1 4 singers, 1 2 prod. 373 Group Inc.’s Tribu 9:00 p.m. pianist Staff, 11 crew Philippine Women’s Dec. 15, 2019 1 19 musicians 5 prod. 359 University Indayog 6:00 p.m. Staff, Gongs 15 crew TOTAL 8 115 29; 57 2,211
Description: The CCP launched its Sinag: Festival of Radiance, a light and sound show which also featured 20 30 minute performances by various groups scheduled on selected weekends from November 16 to December 15. The featured performer was Simeona F. ChanyungcoLahingKayumanggiMananayawng Marikina Inc. with a 30-minute cultural show highlighting dances from different the different regions of the Philippines like Singkil and Pastores.The General Trias Youth Symphonic Band gave 30-minute performances playing pop songs such as Buwan by JK Labajo, Queen and Andrew Lloyd Webber medleys, and a few FilipinoChristmas songs.
Simbang Gabi at the CCP 2019 (CCP Production) Number of Production/Shows: 1 production; 10 masses Total No. of Mass goers: 8,876 (82%) Simbang Gabi: 7,428 (83%) Misa de Aguinaldo: 1,448 (80%) No. of performers: 200 (Misa de Aguinaldo) 110 (Misa de Gallo) Description: Traditional novena of nine-dawn masses or “Misa de Gallo” from December 16- 24, 2019, 5:00 a.m. at the CCP Main Ramp and a “Misa de Aguinaldo” or Christmas Eve Mass on December 24, 8:00 p.m. at the CCP Main Theater. Simbang Gabi is being held annually in cooperation with Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in Pasay City.
ARTISTIC SERVICES
CULTURAL RESOURCE AND DEVELOPMENT DIVISION No. of productions/events documented: 227
PRODUCTION AND EXHIBITION DEPARTMENT Total Number of Shows/ Programs: CCP Prod 194shows/19,578pax CCP Co-Prod 348shows) 105,010 pax Venue Grant (16 shows) 5,140 pax Lessee (13 shows) 8554 pax
External Venue Event:2 events No. of Participants : 1,545 pax
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