Which was performed at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo, Cultural Center of the Philippines last July 29 to 31, 2022. Let us share with you some reviews. (reprinted from tatlerasia.com) Tatler Review: Anton Juan’s Musical Adaptation of ‘Bayan-Bayanan’ by Bienvenido Noriega Words by CARLO LAURENA August 19, 2022 This classic play, which captures the indomitable spirit…

During its Night of Tribute to National Artists, Erehwon Center for the Arts organized a special program for 2022 National Artist for Music Fides Cuyugan Asensio and 2022 National Artist for Literature Gemino “Jimmy” Abad. Celebrated last June 24, 2022, the program was held at Behn Cervantes The Roofdeck.   The Center’s Arts Council head, Bonifacio…

The musical was directed by internationally acclaimed film and theater director, Anton Juan, who transformed it from the classic play written by Bienvenido Noriega, Jr. Noriega has been widely recognized by his peers as the greatest playwright our country has ever known. Co-produced by the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and the Erehwon Center…

It was in 1947 that France and the Philippines signed a Treaty of Amity which established diplomatic relations with the two countries. The Embassy has sponsored the participation of French actress, Ms. Uno Zigelbaum, for a special role in this musical. Bayan Bayanan director and librettist Dr. Anton Juan was knighted twice by the French…

National Artist for Sculpture Napoleon Abueva, who was also known as the Father of Modern Sculpture, led an exhibition of sculptors featuring the works of 32 artists in the exhibit, “Diverse Works: Add / Subtract / Construct,” at Erehwon Center for the Arts. The exhibit was curated by Nestor Olarte Vinluan, which also highlighted José…

Heading the attendees were author and playwright Bonifacio Ilagan of the Tag-Ani Performing Arts Society, Almira Astudillo Gilles of the Chicago Field Museum, and the American Museum of Philippine Arts Foundation, well-known sculptor Jose Al Giroy, as well as renowned artists Grandier Bella and Emmanuel Nim.  Also represented were partner organizations under the Art Council,…