Questions and Answers
What is the theme of Komedya that depicts the conflict between the Christians and Moros?
Secular Komedya
Who is known as the Father of Tagalog Zarzuela?
Hermogenes Ilagan
What is the term for the Filipino equivalent of vaudeville?
Bodabil
Which of the following artists is known as the Queen of Kundiman and Zarzuela?
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What is the theme of Zarzuela, according to the passage?
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How does the theme of Secular Komedya differ from that of Religious Komedya?
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What are the common issues addressed in Zarzuela?
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What type of entertainment does Bodabil consist of?
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What is notable about the careers of Katy Dela Cruz, Dolphy, Atang Dela Rama, and Bayani Casimiro?
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What do the two types of Komedya have in common?
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Study Notes
Philippine Theatrical Forms
- Komedya is a theatrical form that depicts the conflict between Christians and Moros.
Types of Komedya
- Secular Komedya: depicts the conflict between Christians and Moros.
- Religious Komedya (also known as Komedya de Santo): theme is usually about the life of Christ or a saint.
Zarzuela
- Theme: social, cultural, political, and economic issues of the Filipinos.
- Hermogenes Ilagan is known as the Father of Tagalog Zarzuela.
Bodabil
- Filipino term for vaudeville.
- A popular theatrical play consisting of assorted entertainment acts.
Notable Personalities
- Katy Dela Cruz: a popular jazz singer.
- Dolphy: known as the Comedy King.
- Atang Dela Rama: Queen of Kundiman and Zarzuela.
- Bayani Casimiro: known as the Fred Astaire of the Philippines.
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