The Province of Ilocos Norte will stage the 13th edition of the Tan-ok ni Ilocano: Festival of Festivals on February 28, at the Ferdinand E. Marcos Memorial Stadium, introducing for the first time an immersive, in-the-round performance setup.
Unlike previous years that featured a traditional frontal stage, this year’s circular design will position audiences around the performers, creating a 360-degree viewing experience. The Ilocos Norte Tourism Office emphasized that the new format aims to bring festival presentations closer to spectators and enhance overall audience engagement.
The shift in staging pays tribute to Ilokano National Artist for Theater Severino Montano, who was born in Laoag City in 1915. Montano founded “arena theater” in 1953 and became known for promoting “theater without walls,” bringing performances to communities and public spaces. He was proclaimed National Artist in 2001.
A total of 22 municipalities and component cities in Ilocos Norte are set to participate in this year’s Festival of Festivals, each presenting cultural performances that highlight their respective local celebrations, traditions, and heritage.
The event forms part of the province’s 208th Foundation Anniversary celebration this February.
Governor Cecilia Araneta-Marcos believes the innovative stage design reflects the province’s strong commitment to honoring Ilokano heritage while embracing creative approaches that make culture more accessible, inclusive, and engaging for both present and future generations.
Tickets are open to the public. Free general admission is available online at www.tanok.ilocosnorte.ph, while limited Premium Tickets for Php 1,000, with reserved seating and refreshments, can be purchased at the Provincial Treasury Office on weekdays, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and on Saturday, February 14 and 21, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte expects thousands of spectators to attend the annual cultural showcase, a one-of-a-kind cultural event in Northern Luzon that continues to be one of the province’s flagship tourism and heritage celebrations.
The Province of Ilocos Norte will stage the 13th edition of the Tan-ok ni Ilocano: Festival of Festivals on February 28, at the Ferdinand E. Marcos Memorial Stadium, introducing for the first time an immersive, in-the-round performance setup.
Unlike previous years that featured a traditional frontal stage, this year’s circular design will position audiences around the performers, creating a 360-degree viewing experience. The Ilocos Norte Tourism Office emphasized that the new format aims to bring festival presentations closer to spectators and enhance overall audience engagement.
The shift in staging pays tribute to Ilokano National Artist for Theater Severino Montano, who was born in Laoag City in 1915. Montano founded “arena theater” in 1953 and became known for promoting “theater without walls,” bringing performances to communities and public spaces. He was proclaimed National Artist in 2001.
A total of 22 municipalities and component cities in Ilocos Norte are set to participate in this year’s Festival of Festivals, each presenting cultural performances that highlight their respective local celebrations, traditions, and heritage.
The event forms part of the province’s 208th Foundation Anniversary celebration this February.
Governor Cecilia Araneta-Marcos believes the innovative stage design reflects the province’s strong commitment to honoring Ilokano heritage while embracing creative approaches that make culture more accessible, inclusive, and engaging for both present and future generations.
Tickets are open to the public. Free general admission is available online at www.tanok.ilocosnorte.ph, while limited Premium Tickets for Php 1,000, with reserved seating and refreshments, can be purchased at the Provincial Treasury Office on weekdays, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and on Saturday, February 14 and 21, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte expects thousands of spectators to attend the annual cultural showcase, a one-of-a-kind cultural event in Northern Luzon that continues to be one of the province’s flagship tourism and heritage celebrations.
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