A new avenue in the timelines of Culture and the Media

An architectural icon
Traveling through the busy streets of Manila, from Quezon City and cruising along the university belt, my excitement cannot be contained. I was with the NET 25 team as they cover not only the season finale of the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra entitled the French Connection, but also the first taping of The Red Carpet at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. The Cultural Center of the Philippines is celebrating its forty year anniversary this year. And as a part of their year-long celebration, they have partnered with the TV station that feeds your mind, NET 25, and together they produced three cultural shows that will open a new avenue in the world of media and the arts: Onset, The Red Carpet and Beyond the Stage.

Prepping up
Before the said taping, the team prepares all the equipment to be used for the shoot. Like a medical prep, the team ensures that all things are in working order. Their director Penny Choco, was there to check things are tuned. Even the host of The Red Carpet, QT Del Mar was prepping up for the event.

The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra was also doing their own preparation before the concerto, and the team was there to interview the guest conductor Monsieur Michael Cousteau.

Bravado performance
I walked around the place to catch not only a glimpse of the ongoing taping but also a glimpse into my history of culture and the arts. Paintings and iconic sculptures, lined the walls of the CCP building floors. Not only from National Artists (whom we could proud of), but also a fresh generation of artists. The Red Carpet was no hassle and everything was picture perfect. Even the last performance of the season was a standing ovation.

Curtain call
Altogether, it was a huge success. With people from the many walks of life visiting one of our country’s landmarks to the music that not only soothes the soul. And I as I cruised along the streets of Manila heading home, I can’t help but keep this smile on my face that show my being proud of our rich culture and Filipino heritage. Catch The Red Carpet soon on NET 25!

Here are some photos from that night: