Official logo for the 150th Birth Anniversary of Gregorio del Pilar

Here's a closer look at the newly launched commemorative logo for the 150th Birth Anniversary of General Gregorio Del Pilar, hero of the Battle of Tirad Pass. The design features a stylized copy of Gregorio Del Pilar's famous photo portrait within a circle. Beneath the circle the words GOYO 150 are seen. Within the "0" the name of the commemoration "Gregorio Del Pilar 150th Birth Anniversary 1875 - 14 Nov - 2025" also written. In full color, the blue, red, and black of Del Pilar's personal standard are represented in the circle and words. Light and Dark monochrome backgrounds are also authorized.

The design was created by NHCP Creative Arts Specialist Jovan C. Soriano and formally launched during the 3rd Republika Lectures on 2 December 2024, the 125th Anniversary of the Battle of Tirad Pass in G. Del Pilar, Ilocos Sur.

October is Museums and Galleries Month

The Museums and Galleries Month is celebrated every October based on Proclamation No. 798 s.1991 signed by the late former President Corazon Aquino to arouse the national consciousness and pride in the Philippines’ rich culture and national identity, embracing all forms of art and culture, historical and religious artifacts. 

NCCA, DTI launch the first Creative Industries Month 2023

With this year’s theme Celebrating Filipino Creativity, Advancing Creative Philippines, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) celebrates the first Philippine Creative Industries Month 2023. The official launch of the event will be held at the Rizal Park Open Air Auditorium, Manila at 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. on September 17, 2023. The celebration will mainly offer simultaneous workshops and a concert with the support of National Parks Development Committee and Concert @ the Park. In line with the theme, this year’s PCIM aims to recognize the talents of Filipinos by celebrating their achievements not only in the local scenes but also highlighting their contributions in the international stage.

 

“As we embark in this exciting journey of celebrating Filipino creativity and advancing the creative industries in the Philippines, working hand in hand, we can use this occasion to highlight the importance and impact of the Cultural Mapping Law, also known as republic Act 11961, which I principally sponsored and authored. This law is a valuable tool in documenting, preserving, and promoting our cultural heritage, ensuring that it remains a source of inspiration and pride for future generations” – a message from Senator Loren Legarda, Senate President Pro-Tempore and Chairperson, Senate Committee on Culture and the Arts. 

“With PCIDA and with the push towards a Malikhaing Pilipinas and a more Malikhaing Pinoy, we dream tht arts, culture, and creativity are one that all 110 million plus Filipinos will realize, value, celebrate, cherish, call their own, and most especially, love…” - a message from Cong. Christopher “Toff” de Venecia, Pangasinan, 4th District.

 

Simultaneous Workshops at Rizal Park
This year’s workshop will tackle different topics each specific domains such as; Learning Filipino through Wikaharian by Knowledge Channel Foundation Inc. for the audiovisual media domain; How to start your own blockchain game project? by Dr. Albert Mulles of METATOKYO and Learning Through Minecraft Exhibit by Department of Science and Technology (DOST) for digital interactive media domain; Events Management Workshop for creative services domain; Shoemaking Workshop, Parol Making Workshop, Jewelry Making Workshop, and T-shirt Printing Workshop for design domain; Basic Comics Workshop by Rustico Limosinero and Book Selling and Exhibit by Barasoain Kalinangan Foundation Inc. for publishing and printed media domain; Song Writing Workshop by Joey Ayala, Theater Acting Workshop by Nanding Josef, Dance Workshop, Puppetry Workshop by the Samahan ng mga Papetir ng Pilipinas for Performing Arts Domain; Pottery Workshop by the OdangPutikPottery, Painting Workshop by the Egai Fernandez, Basic Photography Workshop by the Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation for visual arts domain; Baybayin Workshop, Pabalat Making, Ilocos Empanada Making, and Traditional Weaving Demo for Traditional Cultural Expression Domain; and NCCA Papercraft Series and Exhibit for cultural sites domain.

Live Concert at Concert at the Park
The Live Concert intends to demonstrate the vibrancy of the country’s culture and arts by giving platform to local artists to show their undying passion and efforts in performing. The featured artists are the following: Bayang Barrios, Colot it Red, Halili Cruz Dance Company, J Crisis, Joey Ayala, Johnoy Danao, Kammerchor Manila, Ms. Sarah Straschko, National Ballroom Ensemble, Ramon Obusan Folkloric Group, Sindaw Philippines, Teatro ni Juan and The Nightingales.

Perya ng Sining, Bukal ng Galing in Bacolod & Iloilo
The NCCA will bring promotion of the goods, products, and services of the Philippine creative industries and awareness on its role in nation-building and socioeconomic advancement to Bacolod and Iloilo.

Perya ng Sining, Bukal ng Galing will showcase an exhibit featuring the domains of creative industries. An array of activities are line up for this event which includes, demonstrations, lectures, art markets, art and crafts demo and film showing for these 3-day event in Bacolod and Iloilo.

Summit of Philippine Creative Industries Month
The PCIM Summit will be held on September 29 and will serve as a space and platform for exchanging ideas between government officials, creative industry leaders, professionals, and students.

The summit harmonizes a wide range of creative minds, from professionals to aspiring beginners, to develop a dedicated and creative community. With the efforts to explore and tackle significant themes about the Creative Economy, Creative Disruption, Creative Design, Creative Governance, and Creative Spaces, the PCIM will provide keynote addresses, presentations, and panel discussions.

Philippine Creative Industries Development Act
Republic Act No. 11904, also known as the “Philippine Creative Industries Development Act,” signed in 2022, mandates the further prosperity of Philippine creative industries by protecting and strengthening the rights and capacities of creative firms, artists, artisans, creators, workers, indigenous cultural communities, content providers, and stakeholders in the creative industries. Creative industries are classified into nine domains: Audiovisual Media, Digital Interactive Media, Creative Services, Design, Publishing and Printed Media, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Traditional Cultural Expressions, and Cultural Sites. The law provides supplementary support to the specified domains that face numerous limitations which prevent their supplemental growth.

To lead the development and promotion of the creative industries, a council made up of nineteen (19) members: ten (10) ex officio members and nine (9) regular members from the private sector. The ten (10) members who shall be ex officio members of the Council are: The Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), as Chairperson; The Secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd); The Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST); The Secretary of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA); The Secretary of the Department of Tourism (DOT); The Secretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT); The Secretary of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG); The Chairperson of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED); The Chairman of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA); and The Director General of the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL).

The nine (9) regular members of the Council are the following: Private sector representative of the Audiovisual Media Domain; Private sector representative of the Digital Interactive Media Domain; Private sector representative of the Creative Services Domain; Private sector representative of the Design Domain; Private sector representative of the Publishing and Printed Media Domain; Private sector representative of the Performing Arts Domain; Private sector representative of the Visual Arts Domain; Private sector representative of the Traditional Cultural Expressions Domain; and Private sector representative of the Cultural Sites Domain.

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It’s a Happy Christmas at SM Supermalls

SM Supermalls brings back the excitement in every visit, joy in every sight, and a magical connection in every experience that will make every Filipino’s Christmas happier and brighter.

Ode to outer space: An out-of-this-world celebration starts at SM Megamall

SM officially ushered the holiday season with an out-of-this-world celebration at the Mega & Bright: Christmas in Space 2022 at the SM Megamall on October 20. 

The mall’s mega Christmas Tree decked in stars and lights was lit, signaling the start of SM’s nationwide Happy Christmas campaign. And starting October 20 until December, SM shoppers can have a glimpse of the universe through SM Megamall’s Mega Space Odyssey. The 3D LED tunnel transports individuals into space and allows them to view it immersively. 

If you missed the SM Megamall Christmas event, there are still more ways to celebrate the joys of the holidays. SM Supermalls has lined up exciting and festive activities just for you and your loved ones! Check out the details below:

More Christmas Tree lighting activities in your favorite SM mall

Apart from SM Megamall, other premier SM malls will light up their massive 50-foot Christmas trees to share hope, joy, and love with every SM shopper. Check out the dates below so you can drop by your favorite SM mall and watch the lighting of its dazzling trees full of lights, stars, and colorful ornaments.

Santa-approved Christmas Playpark

Witness as your favorite SM mall opens a new world of Christmas with towering centerpieces, functional spaces, and sprawling activities at the Christmas Playpark. Explore the Christmas markets and play areas, and watch out for Santa appearances, character meet and greets, and other surprises! Plus, you also get to have a multisensory experience at the playpark’s light and sound shows, festive eats and holiday treats, and a whole lot more scents and feels that will embrace you in holiday warmth and ambiance.

Sparkling lights to brighten up your holidays

Christmas won’t be festive without lights. Be in awe as you pass by hallways decked with twinkling lights, illuminated tunnels, beaming driveways, and lit parking spaces as they glow at their best. 

Dining out al fresco style at the Super Spots decked with lights

SM Supermalls has also created outdoor attractions for that picture-perfect, memorable shopping, dining, and leisure activities for the whole family. At The Podium, shoppers are in for Joie De Vivre with its Holiday Night Cap on October 21-23 and 28-30 at the ADB Al Fresco, and the Food Lab on October 24-30 at the Atrium East Level 2 so everyone can discover new food specials this Christmas. You can also enjoy special treats, promos, and exclusive deals from your favorite restaurants and food merchants at the SM mall near you!

Turn Christmas AReality at SM

Don’t miss out on a phygital Christmas experience as SM incorporates the festive season with Augmented Reality. In SM Megamall, four AR filters have been made available, including Santa Claus, Reindeer, Snowman, and Sparkle. You just need to scan the QR code at the SM mall near you and see the Christmas centerpiece and magical spots come alive!

Check out the Happiness Stations

SM installed various happiness stations where you can create lasting memories with family and friends. Spot the giant bears with lights at Bears of Joy corner, the happiness photo wall, the Christmas tree decors with your family photos, or the huge TV screen where you can watch your recently filmed Tiktok or IG video at your favorite mall.

Make your furbabies feel the happiness and love

Christmas is for the whole family including furbabies! Make them happy and feel loved by joining the Holiday Paw Play Dates and Costume PAWty. You can also flex them at the Christmas photo challenge and win amazing prizes, or shop for them at the Christmas markets. Also, SM Supermalls will be partnering again with organizations for a pet adoption drive so you can help the little ones find a home in time for the holiday.

Unlock a bigger, better, and brighter virtual Christmas Village

SM will reopen its virtual Christmas Village to bring an exciting, engaging, and rewarding holiday experience to Filipinos. Check out https://gosm.link/ChristmasVillage2022 as it goes live from October 28 to January 5 for an awesome augmented reality shopping, dining, and leisure experience. Create your own avatar, e-meet fellow shoppers and SM ambassadors, and enjoy bonding time with your family and friends while playing fun games at the immersive virtual Christmas zones made for you.

Create circles of happiness by buying products for cause-oriented programs 

Since it’s the season of giving, you can support cause-oriented advocacies of individuals and organizations by purchasing products that provide opportunities and livelihood to marginalized sectors. For this year’s 100 Days campaign, SM partnered with bag designer Zarah Juan, Spark PH, the Girl Scouts of the Philippines (GSP), the Association of Foot and Mouth Artists of the Philippines, and the Quezon City LGU for its Vote to Tote initiative.

“This Christmas, we are sending a message of happiness to every Filipino. With every activity we have for them, we hope to inspire everyone to spread sparks of happiness in their homes and communities as we celebrate this year’s holiday festivities,” said Steven T. Tan, president of SM Supermalls.

A new light of experiences will bring happiness and kindness to every Filipino as SM Supermalls create more magical memories and opportunities to touch other people’s lives this holiday season. Check out www.smsupermalls.com and follow @smsupermalls on all social media accounts to stay updated on the various holiday happenings.

New holiday video captures ChristmaSaya celebration at SM

There is nothing quite like the joy that the Christmas season brings! And SM is spreading even more good vibes and Christmas cheer as it unveils its newest holiday video, Ngayong Pasko, ChristmaSaya sa SM, which you can watch here.

The 45-second heartwarming video, which aptly plays a re-arranged rendition of the Boyfriends’ iconic "Sumayaw, Sumunod," shows split screens of families and friends happily celebrating, dining, or shopping from home via the SM Malls Online app or at SM malls, signaling that we now have many safe options to enjoy the holidays this year.

As quarantine restrictions have eased, SM malls are ready to welcome us back with safety measures in place to ensure everyone’s safety and well-being. As one of the first establishments to acquire the Safety Seal in all its malls nationwide, SM ensures that all its malls are regularly cleaned and sanitized. All SM employees are fully vaccinated and all health protocols of the IATF and the LGUs are strictly implemented for everyone’s safety.

For many of us who missed the incomparable taste of piping hot specialty dishes such as ramen or paella when dining out, SM’s new video shows us that, with social distancing measures in place, one can safely dine at one’s favorite restaurants, indoor or al fresco. This is also the perfect time to Christmas shop for those high value gifts that are best bought in mall, such as gadgets and phones at Cyberzone where a salesperson can explain the latest hi-tech features to you, smart appliances that require a personal tutorial and – last but not least- shoes! One is never sure what shoes online would look like when they are delivered, while a trip to an SM Mall offers an endless variety of choices you can try on for that perfect comfort fit.

If you opt to stay at home this season, SM’s ChristmaSaya video shows you can complete our gift list from home through the SM Store Gift Registry and the SM Malls Online app. It’s easy! Just ask family and friends to register via The SM Store Gift Registry (https://www.thesmstore.com/pages/gift-registry) and come up with their wishlists which can be shared through SMS, Viber, Facebook, or email. Plus, it comes with exclusive perks such as free delivery and free wrapping of gifts. You can take the kids with you to pick the gifts up at the curbside, too.

So, whether you’re celebrating Christmas from home or getting into the festive spirit by marveling at the dazzling decor at the malls, joyfully embrace the season and have a festive celebration with your loved ones, as SM’s new video happily sings: Sumayaw, sumunod ka sa indak ng panahon, makisama, mag enjoy ka ngayon!

SM implements strict #SafeMallingAtSM protocols nationwide and offers an equally convenient online shopping option with the SM Malls Online app on Google Play or App Store. To know more, visit www.smsupermalls.com and follow @smsupermalls on all social media accounts.

A delightful and techy Holiday experience at SM ChristmaSaya Village

The season of joy is near! With the number of COVID cases going down, we can all look forward to Christmas with newfound excitement and giddy anticipation! Of course, we should still celebrate with caution, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a great time with our loved ones. With fun tech like augmented reality, we can rediscover our favorite SM mall, meet friends, shop to our heart’s delight, and play games with loved ones without leaving our homes! 

How? SM Supermalls has come up with the awesome virtual ChristmaSaya Village to bring everyone together. Read on and find out all the fun things you can enjoy in this delightful tech experience. 

Reimagined Christmas shopping and dining. Imagine that you can shop and visualize products in real-time from the comfort of your own home. Sounds awesome, right? You can do just that with SM ChristmaSaya Village! First, register online at smchristmasayavillage.ph to join this awesome augmented reality shopping experience from November 22 – December 25. You can create your own avatar, e-meet fellow shoppers and SM ambassadors, and enjoy bonding time with your family and friends while playing fun games.  SM’s ChristmaSaya Village lets you immerse in virtual Christmas zones — from dining to shopping!

Festive Christmas centerpieces and a fun play area. Even when you’re staying at home, you can still enjoy SM Supermalls’ merry and bright Christmas centerpieces at the virtual ChristmaSaya Village. But of course, nothing beats seeing the real thing -- the sparkle, the colorful lights, and the dazzling size of these centerpieces! So, if you’re going to be shopping at SM, be sure to stop by and see them in person and take photos with family and friends to capture the joyous moment. Be enthralled by the 32-feet Christmas tree centerpiece at SM City Clark Pampanga, be giddy with excitement over SM Aura’s romance-themed centerpiece featuring regal swans and gorgeous red trees and be spellbound by the magical Christmas garden with a 45-foot Christmas tree surrounded by multi-colored butterflies at SM Megamall. 

Exciting prizes, deals, and discounts. While exploring key areas, shoppers can find and collect coins in random gift boxes, which they can use to redeem vouchers based on the equivalent value of your coins. Use these vouchers for your Christmas shopping, have fun, and win more – the sky’s the limit!

The pandemic may have changed the way we traditionally celebrate Christmas but with innovations like ChristmaSaya Village from SM, there are now so many fun things we can do with friends and families even we’re not physically together! We may be apart, but let’s find ways to come together and bask in hope, joy, and love during this most wonderful time of the year! 

SM implements strict #SafeMallingAtSM protocols nationwide and offers an equally convenient online shopping option with the SM Malls Online app on Google Play or App Store. For more information, visit www.smsupermalls.com and follow @smsupermalls on all social media accounts.

Manila all set for the 24th Asian Television Awards

Some of Asia’s brightest and most promising stars are set to arrive in the Philippines this weekend to attend the 24th Asian Television Awards, to be held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater of Resorts World Manila in Pasay City from January 10 to 12, 2020.

Top stars and artists nominated at the 24th Asian TV Awards

The best and brightest TV stars and artists of the region are nominated at the 24th Asian Television Awards, which will be held at the Newport Performing Arts Theaters at the Resorts World Manila in Pasay City from January 10 to 12, 2020. 

Slimmers World's Mr. and Ms. Great Bodies 2019 Winners

Slimmers World International declares Ernest Rico Sto. Tomas (Marikina) & Giselle Andrea Gapay (Legaspi) as Mr. and Ms. Great Bodies 2019 Grand Champions at the finals night held at Newport Performing Arts Theater of Resorts World Manila Hotel. 

Terry Henryk Surjan (Adriatico) & Leila Ceballos (Marikina) finished as first runners-up, while Ithan Najafi (Megamall) & Lorraine Mae Tejano (Trafalgar) clinched the second runners-up spot.

The Philippines hosts the first Sesame Street Run Tour at SM By The Bay | August 17, 2019

Sesame Street, the famous and well-loved children’s television program in the world, turns 50. As part of its golden celebration, Heroes Pte Ltd has partnered with Sesame Workshop, debuting the first-ever Sesame Street Run Tour on August 17, 2019, at SM by the Bay in Pasay City.

Entitled “Sesame Street’s 50 Years and Counting Run,” this historic running event’s first kick off will happen in the Philippines. The revelry will continue as Sesame Street goes to other Southeast Asian countries – Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore.

Sesame Street Run 2019 - Meet the characters of the show

In line with the five splendid decades of Sesame Street, the run will feature a five-kilometer family fun run across all ages. On its 50th birthday, witness Sesame Street Giant Birthday cake blowout before the flag off with a special countdown by Count Von Count. Get showered with Abby’s Magic Dust before running into a fun-filled 5KM Sesame Street Run. Meet Sesame Street characters like Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster and the gang at the starting line and relive childhood memories.

After the run, Sesame Street will treat its participants to many exciting activities that they will surely love. For five decades, we have seen how Sesame Street made learning fun for children.

Learn road safety as the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will take the participants to an engaging obstacle course activities. Recently, Sesame Street has forged ties with the MMDA to help disseminate proper information regarding safety concerns in a child-friendly manner. This partnership with the MMDA has also aimed at heightening public awareness of the agency’s key functions – road safety, traffic education, environmental care, solid waste management, and public safety.

Sesame Street Run 2019 - a sneak peek of the running shirts

Joining this once in a lifetime race will give its participants exclusive access to Sesame Street’s 50 Years and Counting’s irresistible merchandise items. Get these limited-edition products – smart scarf which can be worn in different styles, light and breathable drifit shirt, a functional bag, a trucker cap, and sunglasses by signing up for any of these runner’s entitlement:

Go Happy with Ernie (PhP 1,100)

Go Cute with Elmo (PhP 1,400.00)

Go Hungry with Cookie Monster (PhP 2,300.00)

Go Magic with Abby Caddaby (PhP 3,100.00)

Go Big with Big Bird (PhP 4,000.00)

Avail of a group discount by signing up five (5) or more friends to get a 10 percent discount. For children who are born on August 18, 2015, and after, they are eligible to FREE admission (without any entitlement). They must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Participants will also receive free healthy cookies from Cookie by the Bucket, the official cookie partner of Sesame Street Run Tour. There will be a traditional Piñatas courtesy of Piñata Party PH to complete the birthday party. Get to sing and dance with Sesame Street’s furry friends during the meet and greet. Interact with family and friends at several booth-sponsored activities from its generous sponsors. Savor fondest memories of this run by having photos taken at Sesame Street’s photo booth.

Participants can also purchase these Sesame Street’s 50 years design merchandise separately by ordering online or with our Official Timer and Registration Partner - Garmin Philippines.

Sesame Street Run Tour’s on-site registration is now available at selected Garmin Philippines branches – SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, Glorietta 5, SM North EDSA, and Alabang Town Center. Meanwhile, online registration is still ongoing. Visit www.sesamestreetrun.com and sign up to experience Sesame Street’s exciting birthday treats.

Claiming of the race kits and limited-edition merchandise will happen one week before the event at SM by the Bay in Pasay City. Register now!

The Sesame Street Run Tour in the Philippines is brought to you by Heroes in partnership with the MMDA. Special thanks to our official venue partner, SM By the Bay and SM Mall of Asia, official registration partner and timer, Garmin Philippines, official cookie partner, Cookie by the Bucket and official piñata, Piñata Party PH.

This run is also powered by Aldenver Marketing, Inc., the local event agency partner of Heroes.

For more information regarding the Sesame Street Run Tour in the Philippines, please contact Ms. Veronica Ramos of Aldenver Marketing at 0927-8484533 or 0998-9565231 or e-mail her at aldenver.veronicaramos@gmail.com.

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DLSMHSI celebrates Lasallian Mission Jubilee Year 2019 (February 11-17)

Lasallians throughout the world come together this 2019 to celebrate the "Year of Lasallian Vocations" or the "Lasallian Mission Jubilee Year" with the theme “One Heart. One Commitment. One Life.”

SM City BF Parañaque celebrates Merry Magical Christmas with 30-foot Christmas tree

SM City BF Parañaque launched its "Merry Magical Christmas" display last November 11 unveiling their 30-foot tall Christmas tree. Truly, the festive season makes us feel the wonder and awe of a magical Christmas especially when family and friends come together.

The Christmas display runs till January 6 at the Mall Atrium.

SM City Sucat launches its Robocarnival Christmas display

Christmas always gives us the sense of magic and excitement especially when family and friends come together. Through the years, SM Supermalls has been steadfast with making sure that the magic of Christmas is felt in many exciting ways. 

SM City Sucat kicks off an out-of-this-world Christmas festivities this 2018

There is something about Christmas time that seems almost magical with the feeling that everyone comes together. Through the years, SM Supermalls has been steadfast with making sure that the magic of Christmas can be felt in many exciting ways. As the festive season is fast approaching, SM City Sucat has prepared an out of this world feels this year through the launch of its “Robocarnival: An Out Of This World Christmas,” a Grand and Galaxy Christmas campaign.

Asia CEO Awards announces its Circle of Excellence 2018 Awardees

 

The Asia CEO Awards, dubbed as the Oscar Awards for Business, has just announced its Circle of Excellence 2018 Awardees in a media launch held last September 14 at Marriott Manila Hotel.

With the theme, "Let’s Build This Country," Asia CEO Awards is the largest business awards event in the Philippines and Southeast Asia.

NAMCYA presents a musical night at the museum | August 29, 2018

Outstanding winners of the National Music Competitions for Young Artists (NAMCYA) will captivate our hearts with “Serenata sa Ayala” on August 29, 2018, 6:30 pm at the Ayala Museum in Makati City. 

Sinag Maynila Film Festival 2018 Awards: Full List of Winners

The Sinag Maynila 2018 Gabi ng Parangal ceremonies announced its winners on March 11, 2018 at Conrad Hotel Manila. Joselito Altarejos' Tale of the Lost Boys won the coveted Best Picture trophy, including the Sinag Maynila Box Office Award (for garnering the highest ticket sales), Best Screenplay for May de los Santos, and a back-to-back Best Editing win for Diego Marx Dobles, who won for Kristo last year.

NCCA jumpstarts National Arts Month 2018 Celebration

The National Commission of Culture and the Arts (NCCA), the country’s prime cultural agency led by its chairman National Artist Virgilio S. Almario, executive director Rico S. Pableo and deputy executive director Marichu Tellano, spearheads the celebration of National Arts Month via a grand opening ceremony at the Rizal Park, Manila, on February 3 and 4.

Sinag Maynila Film Festival 2017 Awards: Full List of Winners

Arbi Barbarona‘s Tu Pug Imatuy (The Right to Kill) won big with six (6) awards at Sinag Maynila Film Festival 2017 Gabi ng Parangal awarding ceremonies held on March 12, 2017 at Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premier in Taguig City, Philippines. The film won Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress for newcomer Malona Sulatan, Best Screenplay, Best Music, and Best Cinematography (with Bryan Jimenez).

FDCP celebrates International Women’s Month

For the International Women’s Month, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) is conducting a month-long celebration filled with activities putting the spotlight to women empowerment. 

The celebration will kick off with the opening of the photo competition, dubbed as Panay Pinay Potograpiya, that features women who have demonstrated significant roles in promoting change and the launch of Panay Pinay Pelikula with the screening of the movie Ganap na Babae on March 8, 2017. Panay Pinay Pelikula screenings will run from March 12 to 18, 2017.