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The Manila Metropolitan Theater (Filipino: Tanghalang Metropolitan), also known as the Metropolitan Theater, abbreviated as the MET, is a historic Philippine Art Deco building located in Plaza Lawton in Ermita, Manila. It is recognized as the forefront of the Art Deco architectural style in the Philippines.
The Metropolitan Theater, Manila, Philippines. 43,403 likes · 671 talking about this · 19,185 were here. The Metropolitan Theater, a National Historical Landmark and National Cultural Treasure.
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Dec 14, 2021 · On Friday, Dec. 10, the “Grand Dame” of Manila officially reopened its doors to the public. NCCA Chairman Arsenio “Nick” Lizaso spearheaded the event with a ribbon cutting, immediately followed by the unveiling of its marker and a commemorative corner.
Sep 19, 2013 · The Manila Metropolitan Theater or MET is an art deco building in Manila, designed by Filipino architect Juan M. Arellano. It was inaugurated on December 10, 1931, with a capacity of 1670 (846 orchestra, 116 in the lodge, and 708 in the balcony).
Aug 3, 2017 · Learn how the National Commission of Culture and the Arts is restoring the Metropolitan Theater, a historic landmark of Philippine arts and culture. The web page features an interview with the architect in charge of the project and a video tour of the building.
Jun 23, 2021 · The historic Art Deco theater in Manila, closed since 1996, will showcase zarzuela and vaudeville plays after its restoration by the NCCA. See photos and details of the newly-restored Metropolitan Theater, which was inaugurated in 1931 and damaged by World War II.
See photos and interviews from the art exhibition held in 2016 at the iconic but dilapidated theatre in Manila. Learn about the history, restoration and future of the venue and the artists who participated in the DIY Biennale.
