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  1. Jul 18, 2020 · To communicate the “good news” or the Holy Bible, the Spaniards (well, the accompanying friars of the conquistadors) dramatized the Scriptures. Philippine traditional theatre scholars such as Doreen Fernandez and Nicanor G. Tiongson explain that this dramatization had strong effect on the people.

    • Epic poetry. Epic poetry is considered the highest point of Filipino folk literature, and dates back to the pre-colonial period. These epics, usually of romance or adventure, are commonly presented during festivals and gatherings such as weddings, baptisms, and wakes.
    • Duplo. The duplo is a poetic debate presented through song and dance, which originated from indigenous courtship customs. Poets used proverbs and riddles to present their suit to the woman of their choice.
    • Moro-moro. For a time, one of the most popular types of theater in the Philippines was the Moros y Cristianos, which is not surprising for a country that was under Spanish rule for 300 years.
    • Senakulo. Another performing art stemming from religious custom is the senakulo or Passion Play. This is the dramatization of the life and death of Jesus Christ and is usually presented as a community activity during the Lenten season.
  2. Feb 23, 2024 · Key Takeaways. Traditional forms include zarzuela, sarswela, and komedya. Western influences introduced drama, farce, and melodrama. Innovative theater explores new storytelling techniques. Socially engaged theater addresses societal issues and advocates for change. Traditional Folk Theater. Philippines Cultural Show 2016. Watch on.

  3. Jan 9, 2022 · Philippine theater, with its roots deeply embedded in pre-colonial rituals and folk performances, has evolved over centuries to become a powerful medium for storytelling, cultural expression, and social commentary.

  4. Theater in the Philippines is as varied as the cultural traditions and the historical influences that shaped it through the centuries. The dramatic forms that flourished and continue to flourish among the different peoples

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  5. Jul 23, 2020 · Soon after, local playwrights from the different provinces of the Philippines began writing their sarsuwela and instilled kundiman (traditional romantic songs) at the core of this traditional theatre form. Traditionally, the sarsuwela is a melodrama with songs and dance. It is usually written in prose, in one to five acts, narrating the ...

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  7. Jul 20, 2020 · A Simplified History of Traditional Theatre in the Philippines (Part 2) Most of the dramatic troupes in the islands came from Spain through the Galleons. Since the colonial era, actors or performers are what we call human resources. Human resources were (and still are) expensive.

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