MUSIC

WHAT TO KNOW
1. How was life in the 20th century reflected in the different Philippine Operas,
ballets, and musical plays?
2. Discuss the characteristics of the following: Philippine operas, ballets, musical
plays? Explain.
3. How did media, specifically radio, television, video and recordings, play a role in
the development of musical genres?
4. What made Broadway musicals so popular? Describe their characteristics.
5. Are musical plays relevant to the life in the 20 th century? Explain your answer.
6. Explain how theatrical elements in a musical play are combined with music and
media to achieve specific effects.
7. How is an idea or story presented in a live performance? How is it different from
a music video?
8. Did social media also play an important role in the development of these musical
genres?

ARTS
WHAT TO UNDERSTAND
1. What is your impression of the theater industry in the Philippines?
2. Would you like to attend a stage production of the various theater groups? What
type of play most interest you, why?
3. How do you feel about the Philippine theater performers who have become stars
on both local and international stage?
4. Can you envision yourself being involved in the theater arts in some way?
5. Would you consider a full-time (part-time) career in this field?