The Newport Performing Arts Theater (NPAT), also known as simply Newport Theater, is a performing arts center on the grounds of Newport World Resorts in Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines. It is a modern multi-purpose theater named after its location in the Newport Mall and entertainment complex connected to the integrated resort in the 25-hectare (62-acre) Newport City township. The 1,500-seat facility opened in 2010 and holds the widest stage in the Philippines.[1] It is one of the three major performing arts venues in Metro Manila that plays host to both touring and locally-produced musicals, live stage shows, concerts, and regular televised events such as awards ceremonies and pageants.[2][3]
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| Address | Pasay Philippines |
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| Coordinates | 14°31′8″N 121°1′11″E / 14.51889°N 121.01972°E |
| Operator | Travellers International Hotel Group, Inc. |
| Capacity | 1,500 |
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| Opened | November 25, 2010 |
| Architect | Joseph Sy & Associates |
Facility
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The theater was inaugurated in November 2010 a year after the Newport Mall opened on August 28, 2009.[4] It was designed by Joseph Sy & Associates of Hong Kong and won Perspective Awards-Certificate of Excellence and the Asia Pacific Interior Design Silver Award in 2011, as well as Best Theatrical Venue from BroadwayWorld Philippines in 2012.[2][5] It features an elegant vestibule adorned by crystal chandeliers which was designed by Filipino sculptor Impy Pilapil.[2]
The theater houses 1,500 of orchestra, balcony and premiere seats in an amphiteater-style arrangement with wide sloping corridors for ease of access.[1] It has the widest stage of all the performing arts venues in the country and also features a revolving stage. It is home to one of the largest LED walls in Southeast Asia.[3] In addition to the gigantic LED screen used for video backdrops, the theater is also equipped with two Euro-LED screens with 3D effects, 26 fly lines, and intelligent lighting consisting of 87 moving heads and 311 conventional, strobe and follow spots.[1]
Major productions
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- Bongga Ka 'Day The Musical (2020)[6]
- Ang Huling El Bimbo The Musical (2018–2019)[7]
- All Out of Love (2018)[8]
- Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (2017)[9]
- PAW Patrol Live! (2017, original venue but was moved to the Smart Araneta Coliseum due to the attacks)
- Annie (2016)[10]
- Bituing Walang Ningning The Musical (2015)[11]
- Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (2014)[12]
- Cinderella (2013)[13]
- The King and I (2012–2013)[14]
- The Sound of Music (2011–2012)[15]
- Kaos (2010–2011)[16]
The theater also plays host to The Voice of the Philippines, Pinoy Big Brother, the finale of Your Face Sounds Familiar seasons 1 and 2, the finale of Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids season 1, the finale of Tawag ng Tanghalan season 1, and Idol Philippines.[17][18][19][20] The theater also hosted Banana Split: 7th Bananaversary on October 17 and 24, 2015,[21] and the 24th Asian Television Awards in January 2020.[22]
References
edit- ^ a b c Cruz, J.A.T. (December 3, 2014). "The newest theater in town". BusinessWorld. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ a b c Guerrero, A.M. (August 25, 2012). "Newport Performing Arts Theater: Top-quality entertainment as big biz". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ a b Remo, A.R. (November 8, 2017). "First integrated lifestyle hub remains unrivaled". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Tan, M.A. (December 2, 2010). "Resorts World Manila launched". The Philippine Star. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ "Resorts World Manila's Newport Performing Arts Theatre recognized for its interior design excellence" (PDF). Genting Hong Kong. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ de Jesus, T.V. (October 14, 2019). "Open auditions announced for 'Bongga Ka Day', creative team revealed". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ de Jesus, T.V. (August 18, 2019). "With 115 performances, 'Ang Huling El Bimbo' takes a final bow". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ BWW News Desk (February 27, 2018). "ALL OUT OF LOVE THE MUSICAL Opening In Manila". BroadwayWorld. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ "'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang'— A fresh family spectacle". The Manila Times. October 16, 2017. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ "'Annie' opens at Resorts World Manila today". Philippine Daily Inquirer. September 30, 2016. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Katigbak, F. (May 9, 2015). "In 'Bituing Walang Ningning: The Musical,' the music of Willy Cruz is the other star". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Guerrero, A.M. (June 1, 2014). "Sing along, dance along with Priscilla". The Philippine Star. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Dumaual, M. (October 9, 2013). "Resorts World's 'Cinderella' promises spectacle". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Bunoan, V. (September 15, 2012). "Review: 'King and I' is Something wonderful". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Ang, W. (October 15, 2011). "'Sound of Music' at Resorts World Manila starts Oct. 15". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Godinez, B. (October 1, 2010). "Gian Magdangal secures lead role in musical spectacle Kaos". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Lejano, D. (September 29, 2013). "Mitoy Yonting wins 'The Voice of the Philippines'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ "Daniel Matsunaga wins 'Pinoy Big Brother: All In'". Rappler. August 24, 2014. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Chua, Z.B. (September 27, 2019). "Tawag ng Tanghalanjudges take the Newport stage this October". BusinessWorld. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Anarcon, J.P. (July 28, 2019). "Zephanie Dimaranan hailed as first Idol Philippines grand winner". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
- ^ Banana Split: 7th Bananaversary, October 18, 2015, retrieved November 20, 2021
- ^ "24th Asian Television Awards to be held in PH". ABS-CBN News. December 24, 2019. Retrieved February 22, 2020.