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The document discusses the Philippine opera as a musical and art form that combines singing and acting, with its roots tracing back to the 19th century influenced by European styles. It highlights significant venues like the Zorrilla Theatre and the Cultural Center of the Philippines, which have played crucial roles in the development of Filipino opera. Additionally, it outlines the various roles in stage production, including the producer, director, and designers, emphasizing their importance in bringing a theatrical performance to life.

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QUARTER 4: 2OTH AND 21ST MULTIMEDIA FORMS

PHILIPPINE OPERA
The opera is both a musical
and art form wherein singers
and musicians perform a
dramatic work combining the
text (called a libretto) and
the music, usually in an
elaborate theatrical setting. It
incorporates many of the
elements of theater, such as
acting, scenery, costumes,
and sometimes, even dance.
Dialogue is entirely sung
not spoken (recitatives)
The performance is
typically presented in an
opera house, cultural center,
theater, or auditorium. It is
accompanied by an
orchestra or a chamber
ensemble.
• The emergence of Filipino
opera started during the
middle part of 19th century.
• The first Filipino operas were
influenced by these European
styles, especially from Italy
and Spain, but Filipino
composers began to create
their own unique versions.
• As the locals were being exposed to
Western art and music, they were also
realizing their inner talents and passion for
opera.
• The themes were ripe for voicing out
sentiments about their love for the country
and longing for independence from
colonial rule
• The Zorrilla Theatre, also known
as Teatro Zorrilla or Duláang
Zorrilla sa Maynila, was a
prominent theater in Manila,
ZORILLA Philippines.
THEATER • Opened on August 17, 1893, it
was named after José Zorrilla, a
Spanish poet and playwright.
• It has a seating capacity of 900
and hosted performances in both
Spanish and Tagalog.
Leandro Locsin designed its
architectural structures, Carlos
“Botong” Francisco designed the logo,
and Lucrecia Kasilag became the first
Theater Director – all three eventually
became National Artists. Jaime Zobel de
Ayala and former First Lady Imelda
Romualdez-Marcos served as
Executive Director and Chairman
respectively alongside its Board of
Trustees that include Juan Ponce Enrile,
Cultural Center of Antonio Quintos, Fr. Horacio Dela Costa,
the Philippines Ernesto Rufino, and Antonio Madrigal.
• The Cultural Center of the
Philippines (CCP) serves as one
of the premier theater venues in
the country, playing a central role
Cultural in the development, presentation,
and promotion of live
Center of the performances.
Philippines • It has 1,800 seating capacity.
• This venue is equipped for large-
scale performances like ballet,
opera, orchestral concerts, and
theater. It has hosted productions
from major theater companies,
both local and international.
Sandugong Panaguinip
• The First Filipino opera
with libretto in Spanish
by Pedro Paterno.
• Translated in tagalog by
Roman Reyes, and
music by Ladislao
Bonus.
• First staged at Zorilla
Theater on August 2,
1902.
Bonifacio Abdon Dr. Ramon Javier
- A composer and first Filipino conductor - The first Filipino opera
impresario

First Lady Imelda


Orchestra Molina
Romualdez-Marcos
- They were known for their interpretation - She established the Cultural Center of the
of operatic works as well as other classical Philippines in 1969 which paved the way for
compositions other Filipino operas to be staged at a
legitimate venue of international standard.
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ROLES IN A
STAGE PRODUCTION
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ROLES IN A
STAGE
PRODUCTION It is they who support the actors and enable them to truly bring
the play to life. While the members of this team may vary
Most visible on stage in a theater depending on how complex or simple the production is, next
production are the actors and slides are the basic roles that most plays require:
actresses playing their roles.
However, behind the scenes is an
entire team whose work begins
months in advance of the actual
performance

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PRODUCER
In a professional stage production, this
is the person who takes the play from a
mere concept to an actual finished
presentation.
• He or she chooses all the tram
members and assigns them their
functions
• Oversees the casting of the actors and
actresses for the different roles
• Decides on major logistical matters
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DIRECTOR
The director is the overall
artistic coordinator of the
entire production. Like a
conductor of an orchestra, he
or she has a vision of the
desired total effect and
The director instructs and guides the actors as to
impact of the performance.
the delivery of their lines and their positions and
movements on stage called “blocking”
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For a script intended for stage


PLAYWRIGHT performance, the writer of the
script is more spécifically called
a playwright. The initial concept
or plot may be original, and
then developed into a play
script. Or it may be based on an
existing story or another play
which the playwright will then
adapt to present in a new way.
The script forms the
basis of the entire
production
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SET DESIGNER
The concept and creation of the physical
stage setup is the task of the set designer.
He or she builds the set (or sets) that will
simulate the world that the play's characters
are supposed to live in.

The set may be realistic and filled with authentic details; or it may be minimalist, merely
suggesting the setting with a few pieces of furniture or props and a simple backdrop.
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LIGHTING DIRECTOR
Lighting is critical in creating the
mood of each scene in the play,
highlighting a dramatic moment, Coordination of lighting designer and set
signalling the entrance of a designer is highly important

character, focusing attention on a


specific spot on stage, or even
providing the blanket of darkness
for set and prop changes.
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COSTUME
DESIGNER
He or she studies the general
setting (time and place) that the
play is meant to take place in, as
well as each character in the script.
He or she then decides what attire
The actors must look believable in their roles, and much
of this is owed to the costume designer will not only give the audience a
clear sense of the setting, but will
also express each character's
personality and distinct qualities.
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SOUND DESIGNER
Similar to the lighting designer, the
sound designer serves a vital role in
creating and enhancing the atmosphere The sound designer works with all these to support the
of the performance. Sound, in this case, action and interaction taking place on stage. He or she
adds detailed notes to the script to serve as a guide for
includes music both on stage and as the sound crew during rehearsals and the actual
background, which the sound designer performance
may need to source to suit the general
time and place of the play, as well as
particular scenes.
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PRODUCTION
MANAGER
Coordinating all the complex behind-the-
scenes details of staging a play is the
production manager. He or she is tasked
with overseeing the crews for the sets
and props, the sound and music, the
This includes ensuring that all the needed elements,
lighting, and the costumes.
facilities, and equipment are not only available, but are
in good working order, properly catalogued and
labeled, and safely stored from one rehearsal to the
next, up until the time of the performance.
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TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
The technical director shadows the play's
director throughout the entire production
process. From the time the director
presents his or her vision for the play and
issues instructions at every rehearsal, the
technical director carefully notes how each
actor and every member of the stage,
sound, lighting, and costume crews need to
be coordinated to bring the director's vision
to life ensuring that every instruction is
properly executed.
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CHOREOGRAPHER
In cases where a play involves
dance in certain scénes, a
choreographer is included in the
production team. He or she not only
Should the play happen. to involve fight scenes, the plans out all the dance steps to suit
choreographer will likewise program the moves of the
opposing sides so these can be executed not only believably,
the music, but also rehearses the
but safely as well. actors until they are able to perform
the dance skillfully -while remaining
"in character" on stage.
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MAKEUP DESIGNER
As the costume designer deliberates on the characters' main
attire, the makeup designer is brought in to plan the hairstyles
and makeup to complement the costumes.

Thus, the makeup designer works his or her magic through the wonders of
makeup, face and body painting, and hair coloring. Other accessories may be
employed, like masks, wigs and hair extensions, headdresses, and even
prosthetics to alter certain facial features or body parts.
Beginning
stance
Feet together, hands down by
side in blades
Cheer
stance
Feet more than shoulder
width apart, hands down by
the side in the blades
clap
Hands in the blades at
the chin elbows in
High v
Arms extended up
forming a V, relax the
shoulder.
How to do properly the

Low v
Arms extended
down forming
“V”
Low
touchdown
Arms extended straight down
and parallel to each other,
fist facing in.
Front lunge
Lead leg bent with the knee
over the ankle, back leg
straight, feet perpendicular to
each other
Bow and
arrow
One arm extended to
side with other arm bent
at elbow in a half T
motion
How to do properly the

Table top
Arms bent at elbow, fist in
front of the shoulders.
How to do properly the

punch
One arm extended
straight up, ones arm on
a hip in a fist.
How to do properly the

L motion
One arm extended to
the side with other arm
extended in a punch
motion
How to do properly the

diagonal
One arm extended in High
V, and the other arm in a
low V.
How to do properly the

T motion
Both arms extended straight
out to the ground, relax the
shoulders.
How to do properly the

Half t
Both arms parallel to the
ground and bent at the
elbows, fist into the
shoulders
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