Creative Sense

Snaps from the new Tanghalang Pilipino production:

𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗘

Based on the novel “TREE” written by National Artist for Literature F. Sionil Jose, his autobiography "PROMDI" and Filipino stage adaptation by Rody Vera.

Featuring
𝙉𝙊𝙉𝙄𝙀 𝘽𝙐𝙀𝙉𝘾𝘼𝙈𝙄𝙉𝙊
and the
𝙏𝘼𝙉𝙂𝙃𝘼𝙇𝘼𝙉𝙂 𝙋𝙄𝙇𝙄𝙋𝙄𝙉𝙊 𝘼𝘾𝙏𝙊𝙍𝙎 𝘾𝙊𝙈𝙋𝘼𝙉𝙔

𝙂𝙍𝘼𝘽 𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙍 𝙏𝙄𝘾𝙆𝙀𝙏𝙎 𝙉𝙊𝙒!

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VENUE: Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez, CCP Complex, Pasay City.
PIN: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4DLuUNTLzQhDAdqR8

Movement in frame. Visuals in narrative. Actors in authenticity.

With Gantimpala Theater's enchanting productions telling the timeless tales of our national hero Jose Rizal, I thought I was well versed in "El Filibusterismo." The magic of theater once again captivated me as I walked into the hallowed halls of St. Scholastica College to see ARTIST PLAYGROUND and Gantimpala Theater's production.

Directed by Andre Tiangco, this rendition of "El Filibusterismo" breathed new life into a story etched into the very fabric of our nation's history. As someone who has cherished Gantimpala's versions since childhood, it was a revelation to witness the tale unfold anew, each scene pulsating with raw emotion and unbridled passion.

What truly warmed my heart, however, was seeing the next generation of theater enthusiasts—students—immerse themselves in the story with fervor. Their cheers and boos echoed through the auditorium, a testament to the power of storytelling to ignite conversation and spark change.

"El Filibusterismo" is a journey of rediscovery, a testament to storytelling's enduring power, and a celebration of our nation's heritage. As someone who grew up with Gantimpala's renditions, it serves as a poignant reminder that theater magic can always reveal something new, regardless of how familiar a story may seem.

I was invited to watch Dulaang UP's 𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗛𝗜'𝗧 𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗞𝗕𝗢 closing show a while ago. As I was reading the playbill there was a page made solely for a study about the "Male Gaze".

The play is based on texts "Medea, Antigone, The Suppliants and Trojan Woman" by Euripedes which on these classic plays, women are portrayed dependent on men, some submissive but mostly because it is to maintain balance and peace. But when a woman resists on mistreatments and fights the stereotype they are more likely castigated unfairly.

But watching this scenes unfold on anecdotes and monologues the play showcased. I ask this question.

"Parang may kilala akong ganitong babae?

After the play the theater group announced a comeback of the century!

Alamin 𝐊𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐍𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐨 𝐬𝐚 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐢 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐚 returns this April 2024! Exciting!

T'was a very magical afternoon awhile ago at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez. Finally had the chance to photograph Wincess' portrayal of Susie of Tanghalang Pilipino's Sandosenang Sapatos.

People are crying, I can also see kids sobbing and hugging their parents. (I have evidence! HAHAHA)

Congratulations to all casts, crew everyone involved in this spectacular show.

To those people who missed it. There was a surprise performance after the show and no, I'm not talking about the gracefully sung acapella by the cast members outside. Basta!

Straight of the camera shots by Creative Sense