Theater

• What is theater considered as in the context of art forms?

  Theater is considered the ultimate art since it is a collaborative art form.
• What historical period did theater in the Philippines begin to develop?

  Theater in the Philippines began to develop during the Spanish colonization.
• What types of performances did sarswela and drama depict?

  Sarswela and drama depicted a more realistic view of the lives of the Filipino people.
• What is Bodabil in the context of theater?

  Bodabil is the precursor of the modern-day variety show.
• What is the genre of modern play that exaggerates events and situations?

  The genre is called Absurd.
• What is a characteristic of characters in Absurd theater?

  Characters in Absurd theater are often stereotypes.
• Where did the theater of the Absurd first perform in the Philippines?

  It was first performed by the students of Ateneo de Manila in 1967.
• What was the title of the play performed by Ateneo students in 1967?

  The title of the play was "Ang Paghihintay Kay Godot."
• Who wrote "Ang Pagtitiis ni Mang Serapio"?

  It was written by Paul Dumol.
• What is a stage show also known as?

  A stage show is also known as Bodabil.
• What types of acts are included in a Bodabil performance?

  Bodabil includes comedy skits, circus acts, musical and dance numbers, acrobatics, and magic shows.
• When can Bodabil performances typically be seen?

  Bodabil performances can be seen during fiestas and in television variety shows.
• What is Brechtian theater also referred to as?

  Brechtian theater is referred to as epic theater.
• What is the goal of Brechtian theater?

  The goal is for the audience to recognize injustice and awaken change in society.
• What was the first Brechtian-inspired play performed in the Philippines?

  The first Brechtian-inspired play was "Mother Courage and Her Children" by Repertory Philippines in 1968.
• What was the title of the Brechtian play performed by PETA in 1970?

  The title was "The Good Woman of Setzuan."
• What was the title of the Brechtian play performed by Rolando Tinio in 1972?

  The title was "May Katwiran ang Katwiran."
• What is children's theater intended to do?

  Children's theater is intended to educate, inspire, and encourage creativity and values.
• What types of materials are used in children's theater productions?

  Materials based on folktales and legends are used.
• What is an example of a school-based children's theater production?

  An example is the Ateneo Children's Theater (ACT).
• What are some titles of children's theater productions that retell fairy tales?

  Examples include "Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang" and Trumpets Playshop.
• What is melodrama intended to do?

  Melodrama is intended to elicit tears and emotional attachment to the characters.
• What is a characteristic of main characters in melodrama?

  Main characters are often victims of tragedies and suffer cruelty from those around them.
• Where is melodrama commonly seen?

  Melodrama is commonly seen on television.
• What is a dramatic monologue?

  A dramatic monologue is a type of play where an individual actor speaks and acts out the character's thoughts and emotions.
• How can dramatic monologues be utilized in plays?

  Some plays utilize a dramatic monologue for the entire play.
• What is Tula-Dula?

  Tula-Dula, or play poem, was developed by the University of the Philippines in the 1970s.
• What is the format of Tula-Dula performances?

  Tula-Dula is minimalist in attack, where a poem is dramatized by a narrator and two or three actors provide movement and sound effects.
• What was the title of the first Tula-Dula performed in 1975?

  The title was "Ang mga Kagila-gilalas na Pakikipagsapalaran ni Juan de la Cruz."
• What is political theater intended to do?

  Political theater is intended to transform or improve the current system of government.
• What is a type of political theater that uses symbolism and allegory?

  A seditious play is a type of political theater that uses symbolism and allegory to deliver anti-government sentiments.
• When do political theater performances often appear?

  Political theater performances often appear during times when democracy is suppressed.
• What is an example of a political theater play by Nanding Josef?


  The title is "Ang Tao... Hayop o Tao?" (1975).
• What is an example of a political theater play by Bonifacio Ilagan?

  The title is "Pagsambang Bayan" (1984).
• What is street theater in the context of political theater?

  Street theater is a form of political theater that includes protest plays staged in the streets by activists during rallies, strikes, and marches.
• What are the earliest forms of street theater?

  The earliest forms were ethnic and cultural rituals acted on the streets.
• What is musical theater characterized by?

  Musical theater is characterized by plays where music is an essential part of the production.
• What are some examples of musical theater productions?

  Examples include "Les Miserables," "Phantom of the Opera," and "Wicked."
• What is realism in theater?

  Realism is a type of drama that provides an accurate depiction of real-life situations.
• When did realism come to the Philippines?

  Realism came to the Philippines after World War II.