Blending Rizal’s literary works with our rich music culture (opens original article in a new tab)

Filipinos continue to honor Dr. José Rizal through music and theater, with productions like 'Ibarra..Ngayon' and the 'Handog sa Unibersidad ng Bayan' concert celebrating his literary works and legacy.

• Paying tribute to Dr. José Rizal through music is a long-standing Filipino tradition.
• The musical 'Ibarra..Ngayon' and the 'Handog sa Unibersidad ng Bayan' concert celebrated Rizal's 165th birthday and his literary works.
• The play 'Kanser' based on Rizal's 'Noli Me Tangere' has been performed for 46 years with various actors portraying Ibarra and Maria Clara.