Calendar

This Month

Harvest: University Press Annual Book Launch

Date

November 29

Venue

Ubuntu Space

Description

The Ateneo de Manila University Press has much to celebrate this year at their annual book launch aptly called Harvest.

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This Month

Sandbox Open House

Date

Nov 28 - Dec 2

Venue

Doreen Black Box Theater

Description

Showcasing the Sandbox Programs for 2023! Join us as we present these various ideas and innovative projects through our annual Sandbox Open House!

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This Month

Pesta Igal 2023

Date

November 22

Venue

Hyundai Hall

Description

Areté, in partnership with the University of the Philippines Asian Center and Tanghalang Ateneo, presents Pesta Igal 2023: A Celebration of Sama Dance and Music

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This Month

It Takes a Village: Community Driven Innovation

Date

November 22

Venue

Eduardo J Aboitiz Sandbox Zone

Description

Join us in a dynamic three-hour onsite event that will showcase impactful startup technologies, inspire you to pursue their creative ideas, and foster collaboration among innovators.

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This Month

Reconciling with Nature through Artistic Creations

Date

November 21

Venue

Joselito & Olivia Campos Interactive Teaching Lab

Description

The ASEAN University Network on Ecological Education and Culture (AUN-EEC), housed at the Ateneo Institute of Sustainability, is organizing a workshop entitled “Reconciling with Nature through Artistic Creations''. Happening on 21 November 2023 (Tuesday) at 3:30 to 5:30pm (MNL time, GMT+8), the workshop seeks to guide the participants on the creative expression of their personal embodiment of reconciliation ecology given one’s unique context and narrative.

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Past

Puccini, Antipasti! A Lecture-Performance in Anticipation of the Centennial of Giacomo Puccini

Date

October 18

Venue

Doreen Black Box

Description

Join us for a captivating evening celebrating the renowned Italian opera composer Giacomo Puccini as the Office of the Dean of the School of Humanities of Ateneo de Manila University, in cooperation with the Società Dante Alighieri—Comitato di Manila, presents “Puccini, Antipasti! A Lecture-Performance in Anticipation of the Centennial of Giacomo Puccini.”

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Past

Hello, GOREgeous: A Special Effects Makeup Workshop

Date

October 27

Venue

Eugenio Lopez Jr Makerspace

Description

Unleash your inner monster and transform yourself into a creature of the night! Join us for Hello, GOREgeous, a special effects makeup workshop, just in time for Halloween.

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Past

Sari-saring Halloween: Tagpuan sa Areté

Date

October 27

Venue

Areté

Description

Be one with the paranormal as we welcome them and allow their presence into the halls of Areté. Join us on Friday, October 27 for a different and exciting kind of trick-or-treat experience!

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Past

Short+Sweet Film Festival Manila 2023

Date

October 28

Venue

Doreen Black Box

Description

The Biggest Little Festival in the World returns to Manila this October for the Short+Sweet Film Manila FILIPINO FINALS - featuring the best short films submitted by Filipino Filmmakers and the winning films from its sister festival in Illawarra, Australia.

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Past

Post-Haiyan Ecologies: A Roundtable Discussion on the 10th Anniversary of Typhoon Haiyan

Date

Oct 9, 2023, 3:00-6:00pm

Venue

The Loft

Description

In the 10th Anniversary of Typhoon Haiyan, the Sugat Team, in partnership with Kritika Kultura, will hold an onsite roundtable discussion at the Areté, Ateneo de Manila University, October 9 (3-6PM). Titled Post-Haiyan Ecologies, it aims to provide a reflexive account of the disaster and its aftermath from interdisciplinary points-of-view. This event is made possible through the support of Arete Sandbox Residency.

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Past

Romeo + Juliet

Date

Sept 16 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM / Sept 17 3:00 PM

Venue

Hyundai Hall

Description

Preceding its reputation as a pioneer of classical and modern ballet in the Philippines, Ballet Manila Inc. (BMI) is hosting its first production at the Hyundai Hall in Areté on September 16 to 17, 2023.

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Past

Soundcheck 2.0 OPEN MIC Session

Date

September 28, 2023

Venue

Ignacio B Gimenez Amphitheater

Description

Areté is throwing a block party and the whole Ateneo community is invited! Join us for Soundcheck 2.0 as we welcome the new school year with potluck and an Open Mic Session!

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Past

Laro Lingap Laya

Date

Aug 26 - Sept 16, 2023

Venue

Hyundai Hall

Description

Laro, Lingap, Laya is an immersive workshop festival designed for individuals who seek to further develop their artistic skills, advance their practices, and engage with educators. The festival caters to participants from various backgrounds, including actors, activists, and educators who aspire to enhance their artistic tools and foster inclusive, playful, and collaborative artistic practices.

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Ongoing

2Bayani: Isang Rock Operang Alay Kay Andres Bonifacio

Date

January to December 2023

Venue

Online Viewing

Description

²BAYANI is a two-act rock opera on the last days of Andres Bonifacio, his arrest in April 1897 to his assassination a month later. Memories of the main events that led him to prison comprise the bulk of the musical.

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Past

PNoy’s Playlist

Date

Aug 11, 2023, 8PM

Venue

Hyundai Hall

Description

PNoy’s Playlist showcases some of the late President Benigno S. Aquino III's favorite songs in a concert. PNoy was a dedicated music enthusiast and a serious audiophile with a diverse taste in music, spanning OPM, contemporary, pop, jazz, and indie genres.

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Past

Aleron presents “For Light, I Close My Eyes”

Date

August 5, 2023, 7pm

Venue

Doreen Black Box Theater

Description

Directed by Floy Quintos, “For Light, I Close My Eyes” explores themes of love, loss, life, and death through 11 choral pieces, featuring classic and modern compositions. The group has achieved significant recognition in international competitions and is led by choral director Christopher Arceo.

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Past

Soundcheck 2.0 PRIDE Edition

Date

June 30, 2023

Venue

Ignacio B Gimenez Amphitheater

Description

Soundcheck 2.0 is turning up the volume on pride this month! We are placing the spotlight on LGBTQ+ artists who identify with great music and performances that reflect their authentic selves.

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Past

APO Hiking Society: 50 Years, The Concert

Date

July 15 to 16, 2023

Venue

Hyundai Hall

Description

The Apo Hiking Society celebrates its 50th Anniversary! On July 15 and 16 of 1973, the Apolinario Hiking Society bid farewell with a two-day concert at the Meralco Theater.

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Past

TEDxAteneo: Breaking Paradigms

Date

June 10, 2023

Venue

Hyundai Hall

Description

Amidst the rapid and ever-changing world, tradition and modernity often overlap, and people seek stability in their social fabric and clarity in their ways of living and identity.

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Past

Soundcheck 2.0 (May Edition)

Date

May 25, 2023

Venue

Ignacio B Gimenez Amphitheater

Description

Areté's Sound Check provides a venue for musical acts to perform for an audience. This free event allows attendees to gather, listen to music, and unwind outdoors.

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Past

"Ang Amon Banwa sa Lawud"

Date

May 20, 2023

Venue

Doreen Black Box Theater

Description

"Ang Amon Banwa sa Lawud" focuses on the famed mangrove island of Suyac in the Visayas, and how its residents’ lives and livelihood are threatened by the incursions of large, foreign vessels. It depicts the culture and traditions embedded in the fishing community and their plight to preserve the environment.

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Past

Giuseppe Verdi's Orchestral Concert performed by Manila Symphony Orchestra

Date

May 7, 2023

Venue

Hyundai Hall

Description

May 7, 2023

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Past

Design Thinking for Sandbox Residents: A Creativity Thinking Workshop

Date

May 3, 2023

Venue

Eduardo J Aboitiz Sandbox Zone

Description

The Creative Thinking Workshop, organized by Areté and the Ateneo Intellectual Property Office (AIPO), aims to carry out a creative thinking methodology approach in solving real-world problems through human-centered empathy.

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Past

Soundcheck 2.0 (April Edition)

Date

April 27, 2023

Venue

Ignacio B Gimenez Amphitheater

Description

Areté's Sound Check provides a venue for musical acts to perform for an audience. This free event allows attendees to gather, listen to music, and unwind outdoors.

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Past

Sari-Saring Soneto: Performing Shakerspearean Sonnets in English and Filipino

Date

April 21 to 22, 2023

Venue

Doreen Black Box Theater

Description

An evening of Shakesperean Sonnets performed in English and Filipino.

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Past

Second Community Harvest

Date

April 1, 2023 (9AM)

Venue

Ignacio B Gimenez Amphitheater

Description

A morning of harvesting various vegetables hosted by Ateneo Art Gallery. The Second Community Harvest at Leeroy New: Mebuyan's Colony is in partnership with Ramgo Seeds International Corporation.

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Past

Siya, Siya, Tayo, Tayo | Workshops on Gender Inclusivity

Date

March 21-22 and 28-29 (2-5:30PM)

Venue

Doreen Black Box Theater

Description

This series of four standalone workshops aims to facilitate gender-responsive and queer-inclusive conversations and discernment to unpack, confront, and embody the diversity of gender expression.

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Past

Zsazsa Zaturnnah the Musical... 'Yun Lang!

Date

March 17 to April 2, 2023 (time slots vary per date)

Venue

Doreen Black Box Theater

Description

Based on the comic book by illustrator, graphic designer, and playwright Carlo Vergara, the story follows Ada, a gay beautician from the province. The cult classic comedy makes a stage comeback with Ateneo Blue Repertory, featuring music and lyrics by Vincent De Jesus, and Stage Adaptation by Chris Martinez.

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