Philippine National Artists for Dance

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Philippine National Artists for Dance

Francisca Reyes-Aquino
- Pioneered the study and documentation of Philippine folk dances
- Founder of the Bayanihan Philippine National Folk Dance Company
- Instrumental in preserving and promoting Filipino cultural heritage through dance
Leonor O. Gocuiingco
- Known for her contributions to the development of ballet in the Philippines
- Founded the Filipino Ballet Guild
- Introduced the Ballet Guild School
Lucrecia Reyes-Urtula
- Contributed to the development of Philippine folk dance as a choreographer
- Known for her expertise in traditional dance forms
Ramon Obusan
- Recognized for his dedication to Philippine folk dance
- Founded the Ramon Obusan Folkloric Group
- Actively promotes and preserves Filipino cultural heritage through dance
Alice Reyes
- Pioneered modern and contemporary dance in the Philippines
- Founded the Alice Reyes Dance Company
- Considered one of the most prominent dance figures in the country
Antonio Molina
- Noted for his contributions to ballet in the Philippines
- Founded the Ballet Philippines
- Trained numerous dancers who have gained international recognition
Jovita Fuentes
- Known for her significant contributions to Philippine ballet
- Founded the Philippine Ballet Theatre
- Played a key role in the development of ballet in the Philippines
Antonino Buenaventura
- Composer and musical director
- Composed music for numerous dance productions
- Contributed significantly to the development of Philippine dance through his music
Lucio San Pedro
- Composer and musical director
- Composed music for several dance performances
- Contributes significantly to the development of Philippine dance
Felipa Padilla de Leon
- Recognized for her contributions to the development of Philippine dance
- Pioneered the use of traditional Philippine music in dance productions
- Left a lasting legacy in the world of dance

Philippine National Artists for Visual Arts

Lamberto V. Avellana
- Known for his contributions to Philippine cinema
- Directed numerous films that showcased Filipino culture and heritage
- Considered one of the pioneers of Philippine film
Honorata Dela Rama
- Opera singer and actress
- First Filipino soprano to perform at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City
- Became known as the "Queen of Philippine Opera"
Rolando Tinio
- Playwright and screenwriter
- Helped establish the "Bagong Teatro Pilipino" which aimed to create a Filipino national theater
- Known for his innovative approaches to storytelling and playwriting
Daisy H. Avellana
- Cinematographer, film editor, and film producer
- Known for her contributions to Philippine cinema
- Pioneered innovations in Filipino filmmaking

Philippine National Artists for Theater

Severino Montano
- Known for his contributions to Philippine theater
- Considered one of the most prominent figures in Philippine theater acting
- Acted in numerous plays and musicals
Juan Luna
- Painter and artist
- Known for his masterpiece Spoliarium, which depicts the aftermath of a gladiatorial contest
- One of the most renowned Filipino artists in history
Idelfonso Santos
- Sculptor and architect
- Known for his monumental sculptures and architectural designs
- His work was featured in prominent public spaces throughout the country
Leandro V. Locsin
- Architect and designer known for his modernist style
- Designed numerous iconic buildings throughout the Philippines
- Considered one of the most influential architects of his generation