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Utterly melodious: AB Chorale brings stellar performance in concert

08

Dec

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Utterly melodious: AB Chorale brings stellar performance in concert

by THERIZ LIZEL R. SILVANO THE UST Chorus of Arts and Letters (AB Chorale), led by their conductor, Mark Agpasa, once again showcased their talents and celebrated their legacy in Gloria et Exaltatio (Glory and Pride) on Dec. 1 at the UST Museum of Arts and Sciences. The harmonious coordination…

05

Nov

By Christine Janine Cortez

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What lies beyond ‘Brother Hood’?

By CHRISTINE JANINE T. CORTEZ TO EXPERIENCE police impunity is a crime, but to endure the same episode twice is a violation of human rights. Award-winning photographer and forerunner of Philippine photojournalism Alex Baluyut debuted his photo book exhibit titled "Brother Hood,” which pertains to the name of the group…

Art on the streets: Protest art during the martial law anniv

01

Oct

By The Flame Culture

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Art on the streets: Protest art during the martial law anniv

AMID the unpredictable weather, protest chants were still heard while different artworks illustrating the protesters’ pleas were seen on the streets during the commemoration of the 46th anniversary of the declaration of martial law, afflicting the apathetic more than ever. The dictatorship of former President Ferdinand Marcos was an era…

30

Aug

By The Flame Culture

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Rediscovering culture through Baybayin

PHILIPPINE CULTURE has undergone monumental changes that have shaped it into what it is today. However, as time passes by, the ways of our ancestors are slowly being forgotten—but this is not the case for young Filipino artist Taipan Lucero. Through his solo exhibit titled “CalligraFilipino I: Baybayin Illumination,” Lucero…

Learning from literature at the 2018 Philippine Readers and Writers Festival

15

Aug

By The Flame Culture

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Learning from literature at the 2018 Philippine Readers and Writers Festival

By REYANNE LOUISSE AMPONG and DOMINIQUE NATHANIELLE M. MULI THE POWER of literature was once again celebrated in this year’s Philippine Readers and Writers Festival held from Aug. 10 to 12 in Makati. Book lovers, authors, and aspiring writers gathered to participate in forums and panel discussions about the importance…

13

Aug

By Alisha Danielle Gregorio

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A window to different viewpoints

By ALISHA DANIELLE M. GREGORIO PEOPLE have different responses to their surroundings; they also have varying perspectives on things. Lesley-Anne Cao’s “The hand, the secretary, a landscape” is a fitting example of this. On display from June 2 to Aug. 12 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines, Cao’s first…

Thrive, not merely survive, this new semester

10

Aug

By Dominique Nathaniel Muli

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Thrive, not merely survive, this new semester

By DOMINIQUE NATHANIELLE M. MULI AUGUST RAINS come with the wafting scent of a new semester. Artlet, you better be up on your toes in anticipation of all that’s in store this new academic year! Hardships may be constants in your life by now, but it’s never too late to…

05

Jul

By Alisha Danielle Gregorio

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Tumba Tumba: Redefining children’s art

By ALISHA DANIELLE M. GREGORIO THE UNIVERSITY of the Philippines Vargas Museum opened its doors to “Tumba Tumba Children’s Museum of Philippine Art,” a proof-of-concept show by the Center for Art, New Ventures and Sustainable Development that put the spotlight on what life feels like for a child. It allowed…

Rising up as one at the 24th Metro Manila Pride March

01

Jul

By Reyanne Louise Ampong

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Rising up as one at the 24th Metro Manila Pride March

By REYANNE LOUISSE AMPONG RAINBOWS and smiles filled the Marikina Sports Complex on Saturday as around 15, 000 members—twice more than last year’s 7, 700—of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) community gathered for the 24th Metro Manila Pride March. Members and allies of the LGBTQIA+…

Mixing romance and creativity this Valentine’s day

13

Feb

By Alisha Danielle Gregorio

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Mixing romance and creativity this Valentine’s day

By ALISHA DANIELLE M. GREGORIO VALENTINE’S DAY is fast approaching and it is that time of the year again when all the roses and chocolates make their way to center stage. Those who are celebrating Valentine’s Day are usually scrambling to think of last-minute date ideas to do with their…