Marcos: Filipino artists need more opportunities to showcase talents globally
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos inaugurated the Likhang Filipino Theatre in Pasay City. The President emphasized the need for more venues to help Filipino artists develop their talents and reach international audiences.
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This initiative reflects government efforts to institutionalize support for the creative economy and promote Filipino cultural identity on the global stage.
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Marcos: Filipino artists need more opportunities to showcase talents globally
President Marcos said Filipino artists need more opportunities to develop their talents and share their work with international audiences.
He cited the opening of the 279-seat Likhang Filipino Theatre in Pasay City as another platform for performers to showcase Filipino stories and inspire emerging talents.
Marcos thanked First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos for her continued support of Filipino artists and the country's creative community.
President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos lead the opening of the 279-seat Likhang Filipino Theatre at the Likhang Filipino Exhibition Halls in Pasay City on Nov. 6, 2026, providing Filipino artists and performers with another venue to showcase their talents and share Filipino stories with wider audiences. (Bongbong Marcos/Facebook)
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