mr. dave leodones macariola, the acting workshop participants, sensei robert and mr. armando giron of nueva ecija's council for history, culture and the arts.
the acting workshop participants of sensei robert
May mga lumang istorya at haka-haka ukol sa tunay na pinagmulan ng bayan ng General Tinio, Nueva Ecija. Ayon sa matatandang ninuno nila, ang General Tinio (na ang dating pangalan ay Papaya) daw pinagyayamanan ng mga mina sa ilalim ng lupa. Sa bayan na ito raw nakabaon ang mga mina ni King Solomon (mula sa Bibliya), dahil dito raw napadpad ang lugar na iyon na pinagbaunan ng mina ng Hari na iyon sa Lumang Testamento. At ang ilog sa Minalungao (na sakop ng General Tinio) ang mismong makapagpapatunay nu'n. Doon daw talaga nakabaon ang mga MINA. Pero wala pa ring makapagpatunay nito hanggang sa ngayon. Sa modernong panahon, naging ordinaryong "folklore" na lamang ang istorya na iyon. Pinagtatawanan na lamang, sinasabing haka-haka lang. Pero isang blogger ngayon (ang inyong lingkod) ang makapagsasabing marami ngang GOLD MINES sa General Tinio. Yes, "gold mines" in its literal sense- and figuratively speaking, totoong may gold mines nga sa lugar ng General Tinio. Mahasa pa sila ng husto, gabayan, bigyan ng mga tamang breaks at dalhin sa Maynila- we guarantee, marami ang yayaman dahil sa KANILA. Opo, kami mismo ang nakatuklas sa mga GOLD MINES na ito- at, SILA ANG MGA NAGING ACTING WORKSHOP PARTICIPANTS SA GENERAL TINIO, NUEVA ECIJA, sa recently-concluded na BIYAYA NG SINING three-day event sa nasabing lugar (ginanap sa NEUST Papaya Off Campus at sumunod naman sa Municipal Gym's second floor deck). At maraming salamat pala sa mga empleyado ng Munisipyo ng Genral Tinio dahil sa assistance na ibinigay nila sa nasabing Acting Workshop. Tunay na mga Gold Mines dahil sa kakaiba nilang galing sa pag-arte. Kumbaga, wala pa silang malawak na karanasan sa pag-arte, pero nakuha nila ng maayos at tama ang mga Acting Wokshop Syllabus na itinuro namin sa loob ng tatlong araw- in a very hectic and tight acting modules. Mabilis ang pick-up nila sa bawat sabihin naming exercise, agad nilang nakukuha ang pointers namin. Matatalino sila, malalalim, puno ng "angst". Tunay na mga GOLD MINES ng bayan ng General Tinio. Mga living gold mines, ika nga. Sobrang puno ng talento, kahusayan sa pagganap at mga artistikong nilalang ang nakita namin. Puwede nang ilaban sa Maynila at irekomenda sa mga talent casters ng channel 2 at channel 7. Pero hinay-hinay lang. May sariling plano sa kanila ang Munisipyo ng General Tinio, sa kagandahang-loob ni Meyor Ferdinand Bote at ng aming Acting Workshop Facilitator na si Mr. Dave Macariola. Ang mga nagsipag-graduate at nabigyan ng Acting Workshop Certificates ay magiging in-house talents ng Munisipyo. Isasabak sila sa mga stage plays, at iba pa. Sa susunod na taon, sila ang mga magiging bida sa Senakulo na itatanghal sa kanilang lugar. Kasama sa naging mga Acting Workshop Participants ang apo ni Meyor Bote na si Jill Bote, isang 6 year-old girl who can sing, dance and do modelling skills. Napakababaw ding umiyak ni Jill dahil sa drama exercise namin sa kanya, walang tigil ang pagluha niya. Opo, tunay na may mga MINA sa lugar ng General Tinio. Mga buhay na MINA- at sila ang mga ACTING WORKSHOPPERS ng unang batch ng Biyaya Ng Sining Acting Workshop, na sponsored ng Mayor Ferdinand Bote!!! Mabuhay!!! (Nasa larawan sa ibaba ang mga kuha sa tatlong araw na acting workshop na kung saan ay trainor si Robert Silverio at Facilitator naman si Mr. Dave Macariola. Ang mga larawan ay kuha ni: MR. GREG SANDOVAL).*
from left to right: Mr. Dave Macariola (P.R. man), Greg Sandoval (model), blogger and acting workshop trainor Robert Silverio, Mayor Ferdinand Bote, painter Rafael Cusi, Mr. Armando Giron (head of NECHCA), Ms. Annalisa Eugenio (SB secretary of Gen. Tinio municipality.)), First Councilor of Gen. Tinio- Ms. Rouselle Busalpa and Mr. Angelito Salvacion (painter).
Robin Padilla, Jason Abalos, Sharon Cuneta, Carlo Aquino, Manuel Chua, the whole Padilla clan of Philippine Showbiz, plus many more. Lahat ng mga sikat na artistang nabanggit namin na 'yan- may dugong NOVO ECIJANO, o kundi man, naging kaparte na ng buhay nila ang Nueva Ecija. Kaya naman, meeting in person the very individual who's now responsible in further promoting the ARTS to the people of Nueva Ecija was one great honor and privilege for this blogger. He exuded in us a great aura of leadership, brilliance and magnificence. And at once, through his words as he spoke, we learned so much and gained wisdom. Over lunch at the Office of the Mayor's dining room, we further got a chance to know him better. He's no less than Mr. Armando Giron, the Head of Nueva Ecija's Council for History, Culture & the Arts. Over PM messages at Facebook, below were the words we asked to him, and the great answers he shared. Read On: Robert Silverio (R.S.): Being the soul and the head of History, Culture and the Arts for the whole province of Nueva Ecija, can you please share to us the hugeness of your responsibilities to fellow Novo Ecijanos?
Armando Giron (A.G.): Being the head of the N.E. Council for History , Culture and
the Arts is a profound position. It is a job putting together the Brilliant
Minds and talents of the province. Culture , History and the Arts are
continuously evolving, no stopping, They are a process for a change, for
excellence of the past, present and the future. We need people from the
Academe,Various Art Group and
institution, New breed of Historians , Storytellers and private sectors,in the
world of today. Empowering newness approach in the Millenial
point of view, in perspective, I can't answer how vast the
responsibility? ButHow much time and love I can give and share. No boundaries, but there is a concrete direction to
inject 'newness' and collaboration of a beautiful promise of the future.
R.S.: Do you think that the province of Nueva Ecija is so low key when it comes to greatness and richness? Wherein as I experienced it myself, Novo Ecijanos are very artistic and passionate people that coincides with the aura of Nueva Ecija. Why do they remain so low key, sir? The 'goldmines', literally speaking, are there!
A.G.: In General, Novo Ecijanos excels in many areas of society. We
produce great artists today in the international Arena of Fine Arts.Rafael Cusi just arrived from Germany, Edwin
Wilwayco’s works are in the best galleries in The US, Pamela Gotangco Hupp in
Europe and Canada, to name a few. Some may not shine but there is a season for
readiness.Time gives a lot of surprises. We have what it takes to capture the
world.
More trainings, workshops, thorough empowering and
partnerships with the best agencies to give additional materials for Art
advancement in all areas of Fine Arts.
Painter Rafael Cusi speaks infront of all the participants at the BIYAYA NG SINING event held at Gen. Tinio, Nueva Ecija. Mr. Armando Giron (in pink floral shirt), blogger and acting workshop trainor robert silverio and young painter darryl ajero listens, The "little Mayor" of Gen. Tinio in person of Ms. Anne looks on.
R.S.: What can you say about your recent event at General Tinio entitled BIYAYA NG SINING? And no less than the world-renowned painter- Mr. Rafael Cusi was there to teach young artists at General Tinio the Art of Painting, alongside with other training teachers in Acting Workshop and Festival Management. You were also the one brought Mr. Cusi there at the event.
A.G.: General Tinio, dreams and aims High , Having a great leader, comes with the best people. Reflections I would say.
They aspire for greatness and positioning in themselves and
the whole province. Very inspiring. We need role models that they can relate
to, and painter Rafael Cusi delivered it to them. The other trainors gave what they deserved, the rest is on the people to do their part.
It is a continued process to achieve excellence.
mrs. mayvelyn bote, painter rafael cusi, mayor ferdinand bote and young painter darryl ajero (photo by darryl ajero)
R.S.: What are your lasting impressions to the Mayor of General Tinio, no less than Mayor Ferdinand Bote?
Mayor Ferdinand Bote, is a fine man, result oriented
and he knows firmly his Style of Governance. The most
fascinating about the man, he believes in an individuality of a talent. He is
open to deliver what is best for his town, so remarkable ,
I love working with him.
a glimpse at Giron Botanic Gardens
R.S.: Your heavenly garden in Nueva Ecija- the Giron Botanic Gardens- is being much talked-about lately. Can you tell us more about it, sir Armando?
A.G.: Giron Botanic is a garden that expressed the way I live my life,
so simple but very embracing, It is a place that's so quiet and relaxing . The plants
are like an orchestra singing and playing, an Artistry of Garden Design, and
the media started to notice it. A product of who I am.
R.S.: What do you see about the very great artistic potentials of the people in Nueva Ecija?
Time dictates one’s greatness, but believe me, there are a
lot of talented Novo Ecijanos just waiting for them to shine. The whole
province is an art, our landscape, our mountains and lakes, our products. All are 'Fashioned by Time'.
If Boracay has white sands, Nueva Ecija has white Rice, the
food of the Philippines and Asia, so blessed.
Not to forget my own town Bongabon, you should visit us. We have
the Onion Gallery, the only one in this world.
R.S.: What are the other projects that you're currently busy with nowadays, Mr. Giron?
A.G.: This coming 2 months
we have a schedule to focus Nueva Ecija in Travel Art, and the city of Cabanatuan will be showcased tomorrow. More and more
workshops for Festival Management and Cultural mappings for the neighboring
towns and the province as a whole. Dance, Music & Theater will follow, depending
on LGU's support with their corresponding mayors. More and more exciting projects
to excite everyone, wait for this in the near future. Surprise!
mr. armando giron's best friend- painter rafael cusi, with the young Art students of General Tinio, Nueva Ecija.
MR. RAFAEL CUSI AT WORK. MR. CUSI IS ARMANDO GIRON'S BEST FRIEND.
R.S.: Your BFF (Best Friend Forever) is no less than the painter Rafael 'Popoy' Cusi. What can you say about him?
Rafael Cusi is a genius, so overpowering, calm and humble. He is an old soul that we became friends in almost 2 (two) decades now. I love his
works and continuously learning and reinventing. A trait of a Master, he exudes
greatness.
R.S.: As one person who greatly loved, supported and valued ART, can you say by now that you cannot live without ART?
A.G.: True to your question, My life is an Art, I inhale and
exhale the beauty of God’s Creation, I live in this environment, solely, and I am
privileged to express 'oneness' of life with Nature and what she can give. An Artistry Beyond the Senses, a play of
colors, feelings and Artistry of wonders,
a magical life.
R.S.: My last question is this: How would you love to spread ART all-over Nueva Ecija?
A.G.: I do and will, Nueva Ecija deserves the best. She will shine
and she will have her time, I promise my self to share its beauty, Culture and
art to the world.
She is blessed.
Thanks for this great interview, Mr. Silverio. I enjoy being with you and
looking forward to more journey in creativity, exuding our very best. Mabuhay
ka, my partner in the creative field of things!
the staff and workshop participants of the first batch of workshoppers for FERDINAND BOTE ACTING WORKSHOP in general tinio, n.e.
an acting workshop exercise
blogger robert teaches pointers and lectures for acting workshop participants
young female teenager speaks and acts in one drama exercise
"Anak, iwanan ka man ng buong mundo, nandito pa rin ako", nasabi 'yan minsan ng isang nanay ng isang great explorer na narating ang tutok ng Mount Everest. Nabasa ko ang kuwentong iyon sa isang lumang issue ng National Geographic magazine. Ukol iyon sa isang explorer na kakaakyat pa lang sa tutok ng Mt. Everest. Pag-uwi niya, sinalubong siya ng lahat ng importanteng tao sa kanilang bayan, mga media people, mga dating kaibigan, ng mga sikat na celebrities. Nu'ng makita siya ng mga ito, initsa-itsa siya sa ere na parang teddy bear, pinag-akapan, hinalikan, ipinagmalaki sa bawat isa... Hanggang sa nakita niya ang kanyang ina buhat sa di-kalayuan. Hindi ito lumalapit sa kanya. Basta nakatingin lang. Doon niya naramdaman, kulang pa siya. Na hindi pa siya tuluyang MASAYA. Not until maakap niya ang kanyang INA. At lumapit siya ng dahan-dahan sa ina niya. Inakap siya nito, sabay sabing; "Ikaw pa rin ang maliit na baby boy ko." Doon na napahagulgol ng husto ang explorer. At naalala niya minsan ang sinabi sa kanya ng kanyang ina: "Anak, iwanan ka man ng buong mundo, nandito pa rin ako." ***************************** Naroon ako sa harap ng mga batang acting workshop participants ko nu'ng hapon na iyon sa General Tinio, Nueva Ecija. Yun din ang araw na ikinuwento ko sa kanila ang istorya na iyon ukol sa isang explorer. Pero ang nakaka-sorpresa, imbis na sila ang mapaiyak ko sa araw na iyon, ako ang napaiyak sa harap nila. damang-dama ko kasi ang istorya na ikinuwento ko sa kanila. Nu'ng nagdaang araw kasi, ako lang yata ang hindi umiyak sa isang mabigat na drama exercise na ibinigay ko sa kanila, Lahat sila, napaiyak ko, pati na ang Workshop facilitator na si Dave Macariola. Sapat na siguro 'yun para sabihin ko sa sarili ko na isa rin pala akong magaling na teacher sa acting. Nakakataba ng puso na 'yung mga batang participants sa workshop, sila ang pinaka-excited at pinaka-active sa tatlong araw ng workshop. Sila din ang pinaka-cooperative. At napakahuhusay nilang lahat. Habang kaharap ko sila, feeling ko, nanay na nanay ako. Isang nanay na nagtuturo ng mga artistikong bagay para sa kanyang mga anak. At mga anak na nakikinig, dinadama ang lahat ng mga salitang lumalabas sa kaibuturan ng aking puso sa tuwing magsasalita ako. Kaya ngayon, nagpapasalamat ako ng husto kay Mayor Ferdinand Bote sa pagpapaunlak niya na makapag-workshop ako sa kanyang mga kababayan. Isang malaking pribelehiyo na makahanay ako sa mga tulad nina Rafael Cusi (isang world-renowned painter), Armando C. Giron (ang head ng Culture & Arts sa buong Nueva Ecija) at Armando Sta, Ana (isang direktor sa Malolos, Bulacan). Dahil sa 3-day event na ginanap sa BIYAYA NG SINING festival sa General Tinio, Nueva Ecija, sila ang mga nakasama ko at nagutro kami ng iba't-ibang alay ng Sining para sa mga kabataan ng General Tinio. 'Yun bang akapin ka ng batang si Jill (apo ni Meyor Bote) at ibulong sa iyo: "Salamat po, Sir. Thank you po sa lahat ng mga itinuro mo." Sapat na nga ang lahat. Halos mapaiyak na ako. O kaya, 'yung lapitan ka sa tuwina ng mga bata at tingnan ka ng buong pagmamahal, tuwa, paghanga. Oo, sapat na nga ang lahat.
ANG SARAP NG SINING! IBABALIK NIYA SA IYO ANG GANDA NG BUHAY AT YAMAN NG PUSO!
Totoo nga yata 'yan. Dahil naramdaman ko iyan sa aking maikling paglalakbay sa General Tinio, Nueva Ecija. At napuna ko pa, napaka-'low key' man ng bayang ito, narito naman ang lahat ng MINA- sa mas malalalim pang mga kadahilanan, kagalingan at artistikong mga binhi ng sankatauhan. *************************** Minsan, sa ating maraming naging mga paglalakbay, may mga lugar tayong nakakalimutan. Mga lugar na dapat ay nuon pa natin inakap at pinuntahan. Tulad ng mga batang workshop participants ko na kay gagaling sa pag-arte at kaagad na natuto. Tulad din ng tahimik na bayan ng Gen. Tinio, N.E. Tulad ng Sining.... at, Tulad ng isang inang laging naghihintay sa ating lahat...- ang makita siya at mapagmasdan- HABAMBUHAY.
THE MINALUNGAO NATIONAL PARK IN GEN. TINIO, N.E.: VENUE OF MAYOR FERDINAND BOTE'S "BIYAYA NG SINING" EVENT
MAYOR FERDINAND WITH HIS APO: KASALI ANG APO NI MEYOR SA ACTING WORKSHOP
MAYOR FERDINAND BOTE AND HIS FAMILY
A LITTLE YOUNGER AND SO HANDSOME MAYOR BOTE
ACTING WORKSHOP FACILITATOR DAVE MACARIOLA WITH CHANNEL 7''S SHOWBIZ FIELD REPORTER- MR. LHAR SANTIAGO
ACTING WORKSHOP TRAINOR ROBERT SILVERIO (A BLOGGER) WITH GMA 7 ARTIST-ACTOR ROCCO NACINO
BIYAYA NG SINING Mayo 23-25, 2018 Minalungao National Park
Isa po sa tatlong events sa naturang three-day development affair sa itaas ay ang acting worshop para sa edad 6-25 na may tanging ganda o kakayahan para sa pag-arte. Ang mga work shoppers po ay magkakaroon ng recital play sa gabi ng Mayo 28, 2018 sa municipal gym. Sa araw din pong iyon ay may exhibit naman yong mga workshoppers sa painting at drawing (pati na yata yung sa street dancing?).
Ang acting trainor po ay si Robert Manuguid Silverio, isang movie writer turned blogger and publicist. Malawak na po ang kaniyang karanasan sa acting workshop na pinahusay pa ng kaniyang close association sa pumanaw na pamosong director Mario Delos Reyes.
Siya ang nasa solong larawan. Kasama naman niya sa ibang litrato ang mga popular na showbiz personalities.
Sa mga interesado sa acting workshop, please get the registration form from me or from Sec. Anna Eugenio of our Sangguniang Bayan.
Libre po yung acting workshop sa kagandahang loob ng ating Punong Bayan, Engr. Ferdie Bote.
mr. dave macariola with meyor bote)
(sinulat ni dave macariola, acting workshop facilitator ng "Mayor Ferdinand Bote Acting Workshop").*
