Political Theatre and Protest Theatre in the Philippines

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What is Political Theatre?

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A performance genre used to push for social change and improve the government.

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Sedition Act of 1901?

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Banned promoting Philippine independence.

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What are 'Drama Simboliko'?

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Nationalistic plays with hidden messages, called chameleon plays by Amelia Lapeña-Bonifacio.

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Who wrote 'Tanikalang Ginto'?

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Juan Abad.

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What does 'Liwanag' symbolize in 'Tanikalang Ginto'?

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Philippines.

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What does 'K’ Ulayaw' symbolize?

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Independence-loving Filipinos.

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What does 'Ma-imbot' symbolize?

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Americans.

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Who wrote 'Kahapon, Ngayon, at Bukas'?

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Aurelio Tolentino.

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What does the twisting nipa-made eagle head symbolize in Tolentino's work?

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National flag.

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What is the significance of the 1960s Political Theatre Movement?

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It was led by Jose Ma. Sison and seen as a continuation of the 1896 Revolution.