1. Usually nationalistic in theme and plot and are showcased by actors and actresses wearing traditional costume

2. It is popular among various cultures and countries and has long history of tradition, but the known origin was from a Chinese Legend
3. It is usually performed during festivals or fiestas, and is performed in villages throughout the Philippines.
4. Locals act as soldiers with menacing painted masks and armors, and act out scenes even outdoors.
5. In this play, actors act out scenes through a complexgesture language, which imitates actions in real life and required rhythmic body movements as an expressively performance.


1. Zarzuelas
2. Shadow Play
3. Comedia/ Moro moro
4. Senakulo
5. Drama

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