This document summarizes performance arts and theatre in the Philippine regions. It describes different forms of performance arts including dance, music, and theatre. It also identifies key contemporary performance and theatre artists in the Philippines and their contributions to developing performing arts. Elements of dramatic theatrical performances are defined including plot, character, language, music, and spectacle. Different theatre stage styles are explained like proscenium, thrust, and arena stages. The document also discusses styles in Philippine theatre like realism and notable playwrights who have advanced realism and social realism in Philippine theatre.