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WVSU tops ForeSTAR 2025 short film competition

Student filmmakers from West Visayas State University recently bagged the grand prize in ForeSTAR ng Pasko: A Short Film Competition, organized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Forest Management Bureau in collaboration with the Film Development Council of the Philippines. “Handong” by Sine-Mariit of...

Manila Symphony Orchestra announces centennial concert schedule for 2026

The Manila Symphony Orchestra beams with pride this 2026 as it celebrates its Centennial year bringing together music, legacy, collaboration, and learning through concerts, conversations, and community programs. In Pursuit of Excellence: The Manila Symphony Orchestra at 100A Celebration (1926-2026)Presented by the Manila...

Cinemalaya 2026 calls for short film entries

Building on over two decades of nurturing independent Filipino cinema, the Cultural Center of the Philippines and the Cinemalaya Foundation Inc. open the screens for submission to the Short Film Category of the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival 2026. The deadline for submissions is...

PPO begins the new year with musical flair in Concert V: Preludi

Sustaining the musical versatility of its 41st concert season, the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO) welcomes another year of artistic brilliance and majestic harmonies with CONCERT V: PRELUDI on January 16, 2026, 7:30 p.m., at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Makati City. The PPO,...

FDCP honored with Gawad Kaagapay award

The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) has been recognized as one of the recipients of the Outstanding Stakeholder Award by the Department of Education, Schools Division Office of Quezon City during the 6th Gawad Kaagapay ceremony at the VS Hotel and...

Learning Through the Lens: How Photo Clinics Nurture Growth and Storytelling

“I’m not an expert. I’m still learning every day how to be a photographer—trying to be better than who I was a week ago, a year ago, even decades ago.” This quiet humility is often shared among photographers who choose to give back through...

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Innsbruck Nature Film Festival announces call for entries

The lights are on for a special anniversary edition of the Innsbruck Nature Film Festival (INFF). Celebrating its 25th year, the festival will take place...

Manila to host largest ASEAN-Korea music festival “ROUND” this April at Araneta Coliseum

QUEZON CITY, PHILIPPINES | 28 January 2026 — A two-day free concert will be the centerpiece of the regional music calendar as the National...

Dulaang UP pays tribute to Tony Mabesa in twin bill ‘Para Kay Tony’

After the success of Nanay Bangis and Mga Anak ng Unos, Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas (Dulaang UP) returns to the stage by paying tribute...

Shell NSAC’s 58-Year Legacy Ignites Filipino Artistry, Shaping the Nation’s Creative Landscape

Manila, Philippines. October 2025 — Shell Pilipinas celebrates the 58th year of the Shell National Students Art Competition (NSAC), one of the country’s longest-running...