Why Bicol theater revived a century-old epic
A new musical adaptation of the Ibalong epic brings its timeless stories to modern audiences, encouraging younger generations to engage with the classic tale. By reviving this cultural heritage, the production inspires pride and connection to Bicol’s artistic traditions. The effort ensures these stories remain vibrant and relevant for future readers.
DEFEND IBALONG. In a scene from ‘Ibalong Z: A New Bikol Musical,’ Baltog lfigures in a bone-crushing struggle against the 'tandayag,' a monstrous, tusked terror laying waste to the farmers' sacred taro fields.
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