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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.
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- It was one of Manila’s iconic landmarks during the city’s years as the “Paris of Asia” Image credit: John Tewell. From the late 19th century until the beginning of World War II, Manila was at its peak, often called the “Paris of Asia.”
- Filipino architect Juan Arellano, who was also behind Manila’s Post Office Building and Jones Bridge, designed the theater. Image credit: Kahimyang Project, Arkitecturang Filipino Online/Wikimedia Commons.
- It was a survivor of World War II. Image credit: John Tewell. The Grand Dame of Manila, as the theater is often dubbed, stood nearly completely intact unlike most buildings in Manila, after the deadly Battle for the Liberation of Manila in World War II.
- Before being known for its pink color, it was originally painted in off-white. Image credit: METamorphosis. We have associated the historic gem with shades of light pink, but its original paint was actually off-white.
Dec 14, 2021 · From the unveiling of the first marker up until Friday evening’s last performance, the revival of this historic Art Deco building is an experience one can relive for a lifetime. Truly, the reopening of the Manila Metropolitan Theater is a gift for generations to come. (With a report from Noel Pabalate)
Nov 9, 2016 · Manila Metropolitan Theatre after the Second World War| photo by John Tewell. Today, restoration rights have been finally transferred to the National Commission for Culture and Arts which brings us this look into the iconic theatre.
Mar 02, 2021. Cover The main auditorium of the revamped Manila Metropolitan Theater. Having completed comprehensive restoration, the Manila Metropolitan Theater opens its doors to the public once again. The revered national cultural treasure, the Manila Metropolitan Theater (the MET) along Padre Burgos Avenue in Manila, has finally completed ...
