Carlos Celdran.
Manila Transitio.
In February of 1945, the City of Manila was completely destroyed in a battle between the United States Armed Forces and the Japanese Imperial Army. An estimated 120,000 people were lost and the City of Manila was never the same again.
To mark the 65th Anniversary of the Battle of Manila,Intramuros Administration and Carlos Celdran, presented the 2nd TRANSITIO MANILA 1945.
The evening started with music in the gardens of Intramuros. It was followed by Flamenco music and dance by Yerbaguena Centro Flamenco.
The evening was highlighted by the release of 120 spirit balloons at the gates of Fort Santiago.
Around the Fort Santiago grounds and Intramuros there was an exhibition of art installations by Denis Lagdameo, Reg Yuson, Tad Ermitano & Team Manila. Current artists in residence at the Living Room Vince Galvez and Alex Felipe of Kapisanan Toronto presented a video work specially made for the evening.
Denis Lagdameo's light artwork memorial.
Vince Galvez and Alex Felipe's video work.
People could sit on the grass and eat food prepared by Illustrado Restaurant while watching the performances. Wine, beer and Vuqo Vodka was flowing all evening.
It was a wonderful evening of music and art. We need more of that in Manila. Thank you Carlos !