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Which of the following best describes the New Voice Company's (NVC) primary focus?
Which of the following best describes the New Voice Company's (NVC) primary focus?
- Creating socially provocative and innovative political theatre. (correct)
- Producing classical operas with international performers.
- Focusing on traditional Filipino courtship practices.
- Adapting British comic operettas for local Philippine audiences.
What is the main goal of the Philippine Opera Company (POC)?
What is the main goal of the Philippine Opera Company (POC)?
- To develop performers and audiences through classical music performances. (correct)
- To create accessibility to stage productions.
- To showcase thought-provoking plays on bold topics.
- To satirize British society through comic operettas.
Which performing group was founded by Monique Wilson in 1994?
Which performing group was founded by Monique Wilson in 1994?
- Repertory Philippines
- Theater Down South
- New Voice Company (correct)
- The Philippine Opera Company (POC)
What distinguishes New Voice Company (NVC) from other Philippine theater groups?
What distinguishes New Voice Company (NVC) from other Philippine theater groups?
If a theater company aims to make stage productions more accessible to a broader audience, which of the following approaches would be most aligned with their mission?
If a theater company aims to make stage productions more accessible to a broader audience, which of the following approaches would be most aligned with their mission?
Which theatrical production involves a man singing love songs to a woman outside her home?
Which theatrical production involves a man singing love songs to a woman outside her home?
In the context of Philippine Opera Company (POC), what does a 'Master Class' typically involve?
In the context of Philippine Opera Company (POC), what does a 'Master Class' typically involve?
Which statement best describes the operetta, 'The Mikado'?
Which statement best describes the operetta, 'The Mikado'?
Which of the following plays explores themes of magic, love, and illusion?
Which of the following plays explores themes of magic, love, and illusion?
What is the defining characteristic of 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum'?
What is the defining characteristic of 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum'?
If Theater Down South produces 'The Princess and the Red Carp', which cultural origin is the play sourced from?
If Theater Down South produces 'The Princess and the Red Carp', which cultural origin is the play sourced from?
Which of the following productions provides a session where experienced opera singers give feedback to aspiring performers?
Which of the following productions provides a session where experienced opera singers give feedback to aspiring performers?
Considering Theater Down South's mission, which type of play would they most likely stage?
Considering Theater Down South's mission, which type of play would they most likely stage?
What is one way that 'The Mikado' might connect with a local audience, despite being set in a fictional Japanese town?
What is one way that 'The Mikado' might connect with a local audience, despite being set in a fictional Japanese town?
If a theater company wants to create shows that challenge societal norms and inspire change, which approach aligns best with this goal?
If a theater company wants to create shows that challenge societal norms and inspire change, which approach aligns best with this goal?
If a play features mistaken identities and chaotic situations, which of the following operetta/plays is it most likely to be?
If a play features mistaken identities and chaotic situations, which of the following operetta/plays is it most likely to be?
Which performing group was founded in 2007 and led by artistic director Michael Willams?
Which performing group was founded in 2007 and led by artistic director Michael Willams?
Which of the following productions provides both Filipino and international works?
Which of the following productions provides both Filipino and international works?
Which cultural origin involves the character Yeh Hsien?
Which cultural origin involves the character Yeh Hsien?
If a theater company wants to create a traditional courtship practice in the Philippines, that will involve a man singing love songs to a woman outside her home, which of the following productions would be appropriate to stage?
If a theater company wants to create a traditional courtship practice in the Philippines, that will involve a man singing love songs to a woman outside her home, which of the following productions would be appropriate to stage?
Flashcards
New Voice Company
New Voice Company
Founded in 1994 by Monique Wilson; known for thought-provoking plays on bold topics.
The Philippine Opera Company (POC)
The Philippine Opera Company (POC)
Founded in 1999 by soprano Karla Gutierrez; aims to develop performers and audiences through classical music.
Harana
Harana
Traditional Filipino courtship practice; a man sings love songs to a woman outside her home.
Master Class
Master Class
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The Mikado
The Mikado
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Theater Down South
Theater Down South
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A Midsummer Night's Dream
A Midsummer Night's Dream
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A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
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The Princess and the Red Carp
The Princess and the Red Carp
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Study Notes
- Philippine Theater and Performing Groups
New Voice Company
- Founded in 1994 by Monique Wilson, a former Repertory Philippines protégée and international star.
- Has made a unique impact on the Philippine theater scene.
- Produces thought-provoking plays on bold and deep topics.
- The New Voice Company (NVC) aims to awaken, inspire and transform Philippine audiences with socially provocative and innovative political theatre work.
The Philippine Opera Company (POC)
- Founded in 1999 by soprano Karla Gutierrez.
- Aims to develop both performers and audiences through classical music performances.
- Showcases both Filipino and international works.
- Harana (2009) is a traditional courtship practice in the Philippines where a man sings love songs to a woman outside her home.
- MASTER CLASS (2010) is a session where experienced opera singers teach and give feedback to aspiring performers, helping them improve their vocal technique, stage presence, and performance skills.
- THE MIKADO (2013) is a comic operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan, sometimes staged by Philippine opera groups.
- It satirizes British society, set in a fictional Japanese town, and may be adapted for local audiences.
Theater Down South
- Founded in 2007 and led by artistic director Michael Williams.
- Aims to make stage productions more accessible and reach a wider audience.
- A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM (2007) is one of William Shakespeare's most famous plays, exploring themes of magic, love, and illusion.
- A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM (2010) is a comedic musical based on ancient Roman theater showcases humorous situations, mistaken identities, and chaos that lead to laughter and entertainment.
- THE PRINCESS AND THE RED CARP (2010) is a Chinese version of the Cinderella story whose main character, Yeh Hsien, has a the help of a magical red carp who provides her with a pair of tiny golden slippers.
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Overview of Philippine theater and performing groups like New Voice Company and Philippine Opera Company. The New Voice Company produces plays on bold topics. The Philippine Opera Company develops performers through classical music.
