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Aaron Virata Mempin and Ronna Manansala exhibition A landmark two-artist exhibition entitled “CONVERGENCE: Bridging Generations and Creativity” brings together the distinct yet complementary worlds of Aaron Virata Mempin and Ronna Manansala.  Set within the Monteverdi Room of Altro Mondo Creative Space, the show invites viewers to witness a profound creative dialogue that transcends individual mediums.  “Convergence” is a space where the stroke of a brush meets the precision of geometry, and where the echoes of Philippine art history find a new, modern pulse. Aaron Virata Mempin and Ronna Manansala An artist-entrepreneur and geometric abstractionist, Aaron explores the intersection of calm and motion. His practice is rooted in a background of marketing and community-building through Katha Pilipinas , resulting in a visual language of line and structure that bridges classical discipline with contemporary energy. Meanwhile, Ronna, carrying the storied legacy of her grandfather, ...

The Philippine film and video industry is often viewed through a lens of glamour, yet for aspiring creators, the path from the classroom to the studio can feel like a complex maze. To bridge this gap, the Lyceum of the Philippines University Manila recently hosted a multimedia seminar centered on “Philippine Film and Video Industry: Career Pathways and Opportunities.” Seymour Sanchez, an award-winning filmmaker, long-time film educator, and advocate for Philippine cinema, facilitated the session by giving his insights on the topic. Bringing his industry experience to the discussion, Sanchez was more than just a speaker. He also served as a navigator for the next generation of multimedia professionals. The filmmaker/film educator opened the discussion with a practical look at the diverse roles available in today’s digital landscape. He emphasized that while the industry is rooted in storytelling, the technical and strategic avenues have expanded increasingly. Sanchez encouraged students...

The excitement surrounding  Jessica Sanchez ’s much-awaited return to the Philippines reaches new heights as her homecoming concert transforms into a full-scale musical spectacle. Set to take place on  Saturday, May 16, 2026  at the  Araneta Coliseum , this already highly anticipated concert now promises even more unforgettable experience. Presented by Wilbros Live.   Sharing the stage with Jessica Sanchez as her Very Special Guests are Mr. Pure Energy  Gary Valenciano,  Asia’s Songbird  Regine Velasquez,  Concert King  Martin Nievera,  Asia’s Pop Heartthrob  Darren Espanto,  Asia’s Phoenix Morissette,  and Multimedia Prince  James Reid . This powerhouse and extraordinary gathering of music royalty promises an unforgettable evening filled with show-stopping performances, powerful collaborations, and heartfelt moments that celebrate Filipino pride, talent and global excellence.   Jessica Sanchez is a powerhou...

A GRAMMY-winning producer, songwriter, and musician, James Blake’s singular blend of soul, electronica, hip-hop, and alt-R&B has shaped the sound of modern music. Across six seminal studio albums, Blake’s catalogue has amassed over 2.2 billion streams: his 2019 album ‘Assume Form’,  featuring ROSALÍA and Travis Scott, garnered widespread acclaim, followed by his highest chart debut to date with 2021’s ‘Friends That Break Your Heart’.  [Credit: Robbie Lawrence] "A deep, introspective and disarmingly sincere album” - Mixmag “The lyrics are among the best of Blake’s career” - Evening Standard  “Melodies collapsing and rebuilding themselves in his digital laboratory” - The Independent “His seventh studio album [is] a compendium of his best parts ” - DIY His transcendent vocals and visionary production have cemented him as one of contemporary music’s most influential figures, and a sought-after collaborator for Beyoncé, Frank Ocean, SZA, ROSALÍA, Kendrick Lamar, Travis Sc...

Rising Japanese singer-songwriter Rol3ert continues his rapid ascent globally and across Asia with the release of “(how could i be) honest? - DAUL mix (feat. THAMA),” a newly reimagined version of his breakout track, created in collaboration with Korean producer DAUL and acclaimed R&B artist THAMA. (Credit: Exciter Records) (Credit: Exciter Records)   Recently selected for Rolling Stone’s “Future 25 ” as one of 25 artists representing Japan, Rol3ert is quickly emerging as one of the country’s most promising new voices on the global stage. Originally released in December 2025, “(how could i be) honest?” quickly gained global attention, landing on Spotify’s official playlists across 18 countries. Across Asia, the track saw strong regional traction, charting on viral charts in Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, earning heavy rotation on Singapore’s 987FM, and peaking at No.5 on Singapore’s Shazam charts. On Spotify, the song surpassed 500,000 streams within its first month, becoming ...