Here is a list of virtual events observing the 50th anniversary of the signing of Presidential Proclamation 1081 declaring Martial Law on September 21, 1972, a period documented as the darkest time of Philippine history which suppressed Filipinos’ freedom of speech, assembly, and many other human rights.
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Two generations meet online 50 years after martial law declaration in Philippines
Two generations of Filipinos who lived through the martial law years in the Philippines share their experience before, during, and after the declaration of military rule 50 years ago, in an online Facebook live stream of the New Zealand-based PSTV5+ Channel.
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Golden Anniversary of the Cultural Center of the Philippines celebrated in commemorative stamps
The 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) is being celebrated with golden anniversary commemorative stamps issued by the Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost). The new Philippine stamp bears the design of graphic Artist Irma Jane C. Junio featuring the digital rendition of the iconic facade and fountain of the […]
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Cultural Center of the Philippines introduces new “Baybayan” font for 50th anniversary
Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) has officially introduced the new font “Baybayan” as part of its 50th anniversary celebration. The “Baybayan” was first used in a social media post on March 16. The font was launched in a press conference held at the CCP Main Theater Lobby on June 20. The term “Baybayan” is […]
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Philippines’ 1st full-length opera Noli Me Tangere returns to CCP
Noli Me Tangere (Touch Me Not), the Philippines’ first full-length opera based on the 19th century novel of national hero Dr. Jose Rizal, is back on stage at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) in Pasay City for an all-new production. CCP, the country’s cultural performance center which is also offering International Women’s Month […]
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