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 20th and 21st
Century
Multimedia
Forms
Prepared by: Cher Ron Masagnay
 Lesson 1:
PHILIPPINE
OPERA
 Opera is part of Western classical
music form and tradition. It started in
Italy at the end of the 16th century and
soon spread throughout the rest of
Europe.
 The opera is both a musical and art form
wherein singers and musicians perform
a dramatic work combining the text (called
a libretto) and the music, usually in an
elaborate theatrical setting.
Libre-tto
 It incorporates many of the elements of
theater, such as acting, scenery,
costumes, and sometimes, even dance.
The performance is typically presented in
an opera house, cultural center, theater,
or auditorium.
It is accompanied by an orchestra
or a chamber ensemble. The
dialogues were sung and not
spoken – they are called
recitatives.
OPERA IN THE
PHILIPPINES
The emergence of Filipino opera started in
the middle of the 19th century.

Foreign performers, including instrumental

virtuosos and opera singers, dominated the
Philippine theater scene.

Spanish zarzuela, also known as the drama

simbolico, was popular during this time.
As Filipinos were exposed to Western art and music,
they discovered their inner talents and passion for
opera.

Themes revolved around love for the country and the

desire for independence from colonial rule.

Tragic elements from popular themes like romance,

deceit, murder, and vendetta became integral to
Filipino opera.
Tragic endings and unresolved conflicts
were common in Filipino opera productions.

Works were inspired by previous literary

creations, such as Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere
and El Filibusterismo.

The narrative often reflected sentiments

of national identity and resistance
against colonialism.
 Examples of Filipino Operas:

"Noli Me Tangere: The Opera" based on Jose Rizal's

novel.
"El Filibusterismo: The Opera" was inspired by
Rizal's second novel.
Other original productions reflecting Filipino culture and
history.
 Local Theaters
and Early ZORILLA THEATER METROPOLITAN THEATER
Philippine Operas

Cultural Center of the

Philippines (CCP)
 Local theaters played a
pivotal role in introducing
opera to the Philippines.
Early Opera
Venues Venues such as Teatro Zorilla, Vista del
Teatro Principe Alfonso XII, Variedades,
Teatro de Tondo, Circo Teatro de Bilibid,
Teatro Filipino, and Teatro Popular were
the choice venues for Italian operas like Il
Barbiere di Siviglia, Ernani, and La
Sonnambula.
 The first Filipino opera,
"Sandugong Panaguinip,"
The debuted at the Zorilla Theater
Emergence of on August 2, 1902.
Filipino
Opera Written by Pedro Paterno, with music
by Ladislao Bonus and translation by
Roman Reyes, this historic production
marked a significant milestone in
Filipino cultural history.
 The Orquesta Molina, known for
their interpretation of operas and
classical compositions, played a vital
role in promoting opera in the
Philippines.
Contributions of
Orquesta Molina
Their performances added depth and
richness to the local opera scene,
captivating audiences with their
musical prowess.
Subsequent Filipino operas
followed sporadically, such
as Lakangbini by Patricio
Mariano which was staged at
the Metropolitan Theater on
December 19, 1933.
 Virtue of Executive
The
Order No. 30 in 1966
establishment of paved the way for other
the Cultural
Center of the
Filipino operas to be
Philippines staged at a legitimate
(CCP)
venue of international
standard.
 • Leandro Locsin designed its
architectural structures
The
establishment of • Carlos “Botong” Francisco
the Cultural designed the logo
Center of the • Lucrecia Kasilag became the
Philippines first Theater Director
(CCP)
• all three eventually became
National Artists.
 Jaime Zobel de Ayala and former
First Lady Imelda Romualdez-
The Marcos served as Executive
establishment of Director and Chairman
the Cultural
Center of the respectively alongside its Board of
Philippines Trustees that include Juan Ponce
(CCP) Enrile, Antonio Quintos, Fr.
Horacio Dela Costa, Ernesto
Rufino, and Antonio Madrigal.