Memories of Cotabato

Memories of Cotabato

Filipino American artists immerse themselves in the cultural and spiritual lifeblood of the Maguindanao people of Cotabato, Mindanao.

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Women Workers of 19th Century Manila, Part 2

Women Workers of 19th Century Manila, Part 2

Get a glimpse of women’s jobs that were common during the colonial period but have now faded into memory, as well as livelihoods that persist today.

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The Relevant and Irreverent Jose Tence Ruiz

The Relevant and Irreverent Jose Tence Ruiz

Despite his self-proclaimed obsolescence, and because he needs somewhere to “extrude the shit” that he encounters every day, Tence Ruiz continues to stage several exhibitions a year.

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2023 Filipino American Visual Arts in Review: An ArtsiLog

2023 Filipino American Visual Arts in Review: An ArtsiLog

From museums to foundations, public art to gallery displays, and yes, even art hanging on closet doors – artist O.M. France Viana has the scoop.

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Painter Bert Antonio: A Life in Abstract

Painter Bert Antonio: A Life in Abstract

Meet a painter who believes all art is autobiographical.

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Brush Strokes of Brilliance: Ed Araquel’s Artistic journey

Brush Strokes of Brilliance: Ed Araquel’s Artistic journey

For Fil-Canadian artist Ed “Manong Ed” Araquel, painting has always been a source of material and spiritual sustenance.

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Sheryl Polancos: Unseen Rising Star at ‘Here Lies Love’ on Broadway

Sheryl Polancos: Unseen Rising Star at ‘Here Lies Love’ on Broadway

Meet Here Lies Love’s Filipina stage manager Sheryl Polancos.

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Diaz-Abaya’s "Moral" Mirrors the Dispiriting Decades

Diaz-Abaya’s "Moral" Mirrors the Dispiriting Decades

Filmmaker Marilou Diaz-Abaya tested the boundaries of freedom of expression, gender relationships, single motherhood, homosexuality, and sexual violence within the context of dictatorial rule.

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A Luminous Presence in the Darkness of "Spring Awakening"

A Luminous Presence in the Darkness of "Spring Awakening"

Meet Justine Rafael, the youngest of three siblings who, together, perpetuate the stereotype of Filipinos singing and dancing since the cradle.

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Catch a Rising Star: Amaya Braganza

Catch a Rising Star: Amaya Braganza

Amaya Braganza started as a child prodigy, ten years later her star glows even brighter in “Hadestown.”

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