Philippine Performing Arts Quiz

Which of the following is considered the first Filipino opera?

• "Katy! The Musical"

• "Sandugong Panaginip"

• "Noli Me Tángere" (opera)

• "Miss Saigon"

Who composed the opera "Noli Me Tángere," based on the novel by Jose Rizal?

• Ryan Cayabyab

• Lucio San Pedro

• Felipe Padilla de León

• Francisco Santiago

Philippine operas often draw inspiration from:

• Western fairy tales

• Pre-colonial myths and legends, and nationalistic themes

• Science fiction stories

• Contemporary pop music

Which language is most commonly used in traditional Philippine operas?

• English

• Spanish

• Filipino (Tagalog) and other Philippine languages

• Ilocano

In Bogo City, if a local cultural group were to stage a traditional Philippine opera, what aspect would likely be emphasized?

• Modern electronic music

• Local Central Visayan folk songs and stories interwoven into the narrative

• Abstract dance performances

• Foreign language dialogue

"Rama Hari" is a famous Philippine ballet adaptation of which epic?

• "Beowulf"

• "The Iliad"

• "Ramayana"

• "The Odyssey"

Who is considered the "Father of Philippine Ballet"?

• Alice Reyes

• Leonor Orosa Goquingco

• Agnes Locsin

• Tony Perez

Philippine ballet often incorporates movements and themes from:

• Classical European ballet only

• Modern dance only

• Indigenous Philippine folk dances and cultural traditions

• Hip-hop dance styles

Which ballet company is considered the pioneer of professional ballet in the Philippines?

• Ballet Manila

• Philippine Ballet Theatre

• Ballet Philippines

• Steps Dance Studio

If a Bogo City dance group were to perform a contemporary Philippine ballet, what might be a likely theme?

• A story about a European royal court

• The life of a famous Hollywood actor

• Local legends of Bogo City or issues related to the environment in Central Visayas

• An abstract interpretation of a mathematical equation