Tag: Features

In Expression and Empowerment: A History of Drag

By Gilli Aquino

The glitz and glamour of drag culture has grown increasingly popular in the Philippines, with numerous drag bars, queer media and LBGTQIA+ Filipino artists now being brought into the spotlight — allowing audiences to bask in a multitude of stories inspiring a new generation of queer youth. However, underneath this vibrant exterior lies a long-winding history revealing generations of queer challanges and triumphs, all of which culminating into the symbol that drag stands for today.

Broadway on Shuffle: A saga of taking risks

By Marielle Orbong

BRAVING: Facing the unknown is definitely scary. Leaving the comfortable path to follow a direction that you are not certain of where it will lead you requires a bold courage to conquer. With the Broadway Theatre Troupe of Ateneo’s Broadway on Shuffle, they pose a crucial question to its audience — “Are you ready to take the risk?”

The Art and Music of Fate: A List of Seraya’s Performers

As the much-awaited ASHS fair approaches, so do two performance-filled nights that are bound to keep one’s energy up. With student’s night on Friday, February 21; the fundraising concert on February 22, here is an excerpt of what to expect the next two days.

Scintillating Candle: Remembering the Departed Ones 

Pubmat by Shiloh Telebrico By Aeron Montallana “Grief doesn’t go away, you grow around it” – Lois Tonkin Upon setting the candle alight, our longing unveils as time passes by. Every word written on their gravestone resembles their perennial spirit that will forever reign amidst the dark. Thereupon, the warmth of candlelight illuminates our eclipsed…

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The Philippines’ 2024 Paris Olympics Roster: Diamonds in Filipino Athletics

Most athletes long to show their country’s colors over international waters at the renowned event that only happens every four years: The Olympics. This year, the country made history by putting forward 22 individuals to represent the Philippines with heart and pride; with each athlete carrying different stories and having undergone various obstacles to get where they are today. In the end however, they are all united under one flag. It’s time to give our athletes their props, and take a look at each of their journeys to fulfil the Olympic dream.

Umpire for Truth: Shedding Light on the Unsung Players

The ASHS community is home to a plethora of sports—ranging from classics such as basketball and volleyball, as well as providing a haven for niche communities to thrive, such as the likes of archery, frisbee, and golf. By providing an avenue for these budding communities to grow, these sports become more popular and achieve more support and recognition throughout the school—a feat that these underrepresented sports have to painstakingly navigate through paperwork, tournaments, and other obstacles.

Bagong Pilipinas, Bagong Pilipino?

In light of Memorandum Circular 52 issued by Malacañang, we wonder what the new memo implies for us Filipinos. From the heavy influence of implementation in government agencies in schools— to questioning if the Bagong Pilipinas hymn and pledge will take the place of the Lupang Hinirang and Panatang Makabayan we know and love; this change could shape Filipino generations to come.

One Foot Forward, Two Steps Ahead

With the summer season slowly engulfing everyone, the very real threat of the “Mañana” or the “Mamaya na lang” habit begins to creep in. Though rest and relaxation are a must during these times, being prepared and ready for the upcoming school year can help one in the long run. The Ateneo Senior High Advancement Classes opens up this opportunity of learning and knowledge to every senior high school student.

Once On This Island: A Story of Love, Death, and Gods

The Broadway Theatre Troupe of Ateneo (BTTA) exemplified true theater magic through an immersive rendition of Once on This Island. Through excellent production and strong vocals, the troupe’s performance is a show of all the hard work and dedication of each individual member. As the last few shows have come to a close, BTTA has showcased their heart and soul in this rollercoaster-like story filled with high ups and heavy downs.

Saan Nanaman Umabot ang Mid-sem Break Mo?

With school now over and us welcomed into the embrace of the summer break once more, we are now presented with a variety of options to celebrate our sweetly-earned vacation. When we only had a month to go before stepping out of the halls of the Ateneo Senior High School (ASHS), we knew that we would surely have to face an inevitable pile of schoolwork, from capstone projects to long tests. But before all that ruckus, there of course had to be a grace period to mentally, physically, and emotionally prepare us for hell month, which arrived in the form of the second semester mid-semester break!