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  After ten years, the world-renowned Vienna Boys Choir (Wiener Sängerknaben) will return to Manila for a special concert on April 26 and 27, 2026, at 8:00 PM, in the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Celebrating the strong cultural ties between Austria and the Philippines, the concert will be held in anticipation of the 80th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between the two countries in 2026.   With a history spanning more than five centuries, the Vienna Boys Choir is regarded as one of the most distinguished choirs in the world. Known for their remarkable musicality, purity of tone, and rich tradition, the young singers perform a wide-ranging repertoire that includes classical masterpieces, sacred music, traditional Austrian works, and international favorites. The upcoming Manila concert will mark the choir’s long-awaited return to the Philippines since their last performance in the country a decade ago. The event promises an evening of exceptional music and cultural exchan...

The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), in partnership with the National Book Development Board (NBDB), brings the excellent collection of classic CCP titles to the Philippine Book Festival (PBF) this March 12 to 15, 2026, from 10 am to 8 pm, at the Megatrade Hall, SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City. Classic titles and collectibles up to 50% off Boasting discounts and promos exclusive only at the PBF, festival goers can enjoy up to 50% off of CCP books, merchandise, and collectibles, including the digital edition of the CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine Art.  Restocks of bestsellers Mga Piling Dula mula sa Virgin Labfest IV , Natatauhan: Mga Dula ng Kababaihan , and Himig Himbing will be up for grabs at 20% off. Timeless Bundles worth Php700 and Php1,200 will be available at the CCP Shop in PBF. Attendees can also purchase Tuklas Sining, a limited edition coffee table book first published in 1991 that traces the roots of Filipino artistry, as well as Cinemalaya Film Festival catal...

The world-renowned Vienna Boys’ Choir is set to return to the Philippines for a pair of special concerts in Manila on April 26 and 27, 2026, at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Newport World Resorts . Presented by Ovation Productions in cooperation with the Cultural Center of the Philippines and arranged through the Austrian Embassy in Manila , the performances celebrate the choir’s 100 years of global touring in 2026. Known as one of the most celebrated boys’ choirs in the world, the Vienna Boys’ Choir has captivated audiences for generations with its rich choral tradition and exceptional musical artistry. The upcoming Manila concerts mark a highly anticipated return following their last Philippine performance in 2016, giving Filipino audiences another chance to experience the timeless sound of the historic Austrian ensemble live on stage.

Expanding access to Philippine arts and culture and celebrating womanhood, the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) unveils a selection of exclusive performances, original productions, and award-winning films honoring the struggles, strengths, and memories of Filipino women on its  CCP Channel  platform this March . Catch Cinemalaya films, Gawad Alternatibo finalists, and a VLF play in the CCP Channel This month, CCP Channel’s line-up underscores stories that urge conversations and reflections on women’s contributions and narratives. Catch  Absurdo: Event Day  by  BJ Crisostomo , a   Virgin Labfest (VLF) one-act play staged in 2022, as well as selected Cinemalaya films,  Mga Dayo (Resident Aliens)  directed by  Julius Sotomayor Cena , and the 2022 Cinemalaya Audience Choice Award film  Kargo  directed by  TM Malones.   Gawad Alternatibo finalists  Ang Pagbukod Ni Melmel  by  Nathaniel Tulingan ,...

The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra continues its landmark 41st season with its seventh concert on March 13, 2026, 7:30 pm, at the Metropolitan Theater. Led by music director and principal conductor Maestro Grzegorz Nowak, the evening features British soprano Katerina Mina in a program that showcases the orchestra’s remarkable versatility and artistic excellence.   With the concert season featuring masterworks, world premieres and collaborations with top local and international artists, this upcoming concert, billed as  CONCERT VII: OPERA  blends classical repertoire with pieces that highlight the power and beauty of the vocal prowess.   Versatility in Italian, Swiss, German, and Filipino Notes   Featured works are Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi’s  La forza del destino: Overture , and  La forza del destino: Pace, pace mio Dio ; Italian composer Umberto Giordano’s  Andrea Chénier - La Mamma Morta ; Italian composer Giacomo Puccini’s  Tosca:...

VLF 2025 Presscon Photo by Kiko Cabuena The Virgin Labfest (VLF), since its establishment in 2005, has grown into a garden of gripping narratives and socially-relevant storytelling. For its upcoming 22nd season, the annual theater festival is now accepting submissions of unpublished, unstaged, untried, and untested one-act plays. The deadline is February 28, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Submissions must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf file format and sent to thewritersblocinc@gmail.com. Google Docs files or links are not allowed.  Only scripts written by Filipino citizens will be entertained. They must also have a running time of 40 minutes, which amounts to 25 to 35 pages. The submitted work must not have been previously published in book form, and/ or staged for more than two performances in a show run (readings and one-time workshop productions are allowed). It may also be in Filipino or English. Those utilizing Cebuano, Hiligaynon, Ilocano, and other Filipino languages are also allowed with a...

CCP Pasinaya 2025 at Centro de Turismo Intramuros Immerse yourself in a vibrant artistic journey of Manila and Pasay’s rich cultural landscape through Paseo Museo hop-on, hop-off museum tour at the CCP Pasinaya 2026, The Open House Festival: Paglikha ng Kinabukasan. On February 7 and 8, visitors who register for CCP Pasinaya can take the free shuttle provided by the Museum Foundation of the Philippines at the Paseo Museo terminal along Vicente Sotto Street and explore 19 museums and galleries across the cities. The CCP Pasinaya follows the pay-what-you-can, watch-all-you-can scheme. Beyond their permanent collections, these venues will also host special shows by volunteer artists and performing groups, offering visitors an extraordinary opportunity to experience live creativity and performance alongside visual treasures. Don’t miss the curated tour component of the country’s largest multi-arts festival to celebrate Filipino artistry in all its forms, from paintings and installations to...