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CCP-produced documentary Backstage Pass Season 3: The Pillars of the House screens for free on October 9

The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), through the 37th edition of Gawad Alternatibo, hosts a special screening of BACKSTAGE PASS SEASON 3: The Pillars of the House on October 9, 2025, 2 p.m., at Cinema 2 of Red Carpet Cinema, Shangri-La Plaza...

Who will sail away with the Balanghai trophies?

The Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival not only recognizes talented Filipino independent filmmakers, but also distinguished individuals who take on the challenging task of selecting the films that will bring home the coveted Balanghai trophies. For its 21st year, the Cinemalaya Main Competition jury...

“Art Meets 2Hearts”: A Pairing of Art and Advocacy

Artist Maxi Tungol, or "Imax" as she signs her works, mounts her first solo art exhibit for a cause: A significant portion of the proceeds will benefit the OATH mission to develop and empower underprivileged youth. The title of the show, “Art Meets...

Deadline to Join MSO Concerto Competition 2025 set on October 8

The Manila Symphony Orchestra Foundation is excited to welcome back the MSO Concerto Competition 2025! This long-standing tradition, first held in the 1960s and 1970s, has been an important part of the Manila Symphony Orchestra’s history of discovering and encouraging young Filipino talents. Many outstanding...

PH & IT Synced in Symphonies: PIA, MSO, Joel’s Place and 98.7 DZFE-FM The Master’s Touch collaborate in new concert set on Oct. 16

The Philippine Italian Association (PIA), in collaboration with the Manila Symphony Orchestra (MSO), and sponsored by Joel’s Place and 98.7 DZFE-FM The Master's Touch, proudly presents the Filipino-Italian Chamber Music Concert on October 16, 2025, at the Asia Pacific College Auditorium located at 3...

Homecoming: Cinemalaya 21 regional filmmakers blend grit and whimsy

Since 2005, the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival has served as a home for bold and heartwarming narratives. Among the finalists in this edition are regional films, often presented in local languages and rich with cultural authenticity. Their inclusion reflects the growing appreciation...

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80s-90s OPM Nostalgia Lives On: Neocolours Returns to City Of Dreams Manila’s CenterPlay This October

October 27, 2025 - The renowned OPM band Neocolours is set to light up City of Dreams Manila’s CenterPlay once again, headlining its Concert...

CCP joins PBF 2026 with a brilliant curation of Philippine arts and culture

The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), in partnership with the National Book Development Board (NBDB), brings the excellent collection of classic CCP titles...

Coaches unite vs. child pornography

Muntinlupa City, Philippines—Two weeks prior to the 2022 national elections, in late April, 2022, Football for Humanity Foundation gathered 40 coaches from all over...

Sama-Bajau Weaving and Cultural Center opens in Basilan

The Claret Samal Foundation Inc. (CSFI), in partnership with the Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation (YBH), proudly announces the opening of the Sama-Bajau Weaving...