Ambassador Locsin Receives Filipino Actress and Singer Rachel Alejandro
Filipino actress and singer Rachel Alejandro, in the UK for her concert tour, paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Locsin at the Embassy today. She was accompanied by her manager Girlie Rodis.
Ambassador Locsin Congratulates Filipina-British Christina Dela Cruz Chalk, Newly Crowned Miss Universe Great Britain 2024
Newly Crowned Miss Universe Great Britain 2024, Christina Dela Cruz Chalk, called on Ambassador Locsin today. Raised in Scotland by a Filipino mother, Christina will represent Great Britain at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant in Mexico in November.
Harmonies of Heritage: A Symphony of Philippine Colonial Music Concert
Get ready to experience the magic of music with the Manila Symphony Orchestra! Join us for a delightful concert titled "Harmonies of Heritage: A Symphony of Philippine Colonial Music" on Tuesday, 10 September 2024, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM BST.
This isn’t just any concert—it’s a unique cultural celebration that brings Philippine colonial music to life. Blending meticulous research and musical artistry, this performance is all about preserving and sharing our rich heritage through the universal language of music.
You can watch the livestream of this special event via the Facebook page of the Department of Foreign Affairs. Just click on this link:
https://www.facebook.com/events/506945302021192/
See you there!
Philippine Embassy London Celebrates Buwan ng Wika with a Talk and Workshop on Philippine Folk Dances
LONDON 12 August 2024 – The Philippine Embassy in London organized a talk and a masterclass/workshop on Philippine folk dances dubbed “Saliw at Salita: Pagdiriwang ng Sayaw at Wika” at Sentro Rizal London on 06 August 2024, in celebration of Buwan ng Wika.
The program, in partnership with the Lahing Kayumanggi Dance Company (LKDC) and Philippine Baranggay Folk Dance Troupe (PBDT), included a discussion on the history and significance of Philippine folk dances facilitated by Mr. Ronnie Del Barrio, founder of LKDC and Creative Director of PBDT, followed by a workshop and a recital by the participants.