Newport Performing Arts Theater

The Newport Performing Arts Theater (NPAT), also known as simply Newport Theater, is a performing arts center on the grounds of Resorts World Manila in Pasay, Metro Manila, the Philippines. It is a modern multi-purpose theater named after its location in the Newport Mall and entertainment complex connected to the integrated resort in the 25-hectare (62-acre) Newport City township. The 1,500-seat facility opened in 2010 and holds the widest stage in the Philippines.[1] It is one of the three major performing arts venues in Metro Manila that plays host to both touring and locally-produced musicals, live stage shows, concerts, and regular televised events such as awards ceremonies and pageants.[2][3]

Newport Performing Arts Theater
The stage as seen from the balcony
AddressResorts World Manila, Andrews Avenue, Newport City
Pasay
Philippines
Coordinates
OperatorTravellers International Hotel Group, Inc.
Capacity1,500
Construction
OpenedNovember 25, 2010 (2010-11-25)
ArchitectJoseph Sy & Associates

Facility
Newport Mall vestibule

The theater was inaugurated in November 2010 a year after the Newport Mall opened on August 28, 2009.[4] It was designed by Joseph Sy & Associates of Hong Kong and won Perspective Awards-Certificate of Excellence and the Asia Pacific Interior Design Silver Award in 2011, as well as Best Theatrical Venue from BroadwayWorld Philippines in 2012.[2][5] It features an elegant vestibule adorned by crystal chandeliers which was designed by Filipino sculptor Impy Pilapil.[2]

The theater houses 1,500 of orchestra, balcony and premiere seats in an amphiteater-style arrangement with wide sloping corridors for ease of access.[1] It has the widest stage of all the performing arts venues in the country and also features a revolving stage. It is home to one of the largest LED walls in Southeast Asia.[3] In addition to the gigantic LED screen used for video backdrops, the theater is also equipped with two Euro-LED screens with 3D effects, 26 fly lines, and intelligent lighting consisting of 87 moving heads and 311 conventional, strobe and follow spots.[1]

Major productions
2013 production of The King and I at the Newport Performing Arts Theater

In addition, the theater also plays host to The Voice of the Philippines, Pinoy Big Brother, Tawag ng Tanghalan and Idol Philippines.[17][18][19][20] The theater also hosted the 24th Asian Television Awards in January 2020.[21]

References
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  3. Remo, A.R. (8 November 2017). "First integrated lifestyle hub remains unrivaled". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
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  7. de Jesus, T.V. (18 August 2019). "With 115 performances, 'Ang Huling El Bimbo' takes a final bow". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  8. BWW News Desk (27 February 2018). "ALL OUT OF LOVE THE MUSICAL Opening In Manila". BroadwayWorld. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  9. "'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang'— A fresh family spectacle". The Manila Times. 16 October 2017. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  10. "'Annie' opens at Resorts World Manila today". Philippine Daily Inquirer. 30 September 2016. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  11. Katigbak, F. (9 May 2015). "In 'Bituing Walang Ningning: The Musical,' the music of Willy Cruz is the other star". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  12. Guerrero, A.M. (1 June 2014). "Sing along, dance along with Priscilla". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  13. Dumaual, M. (9 October 2013). "Resorts World's 'Cinderella' promises spectacle". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  14. Bunoan, V. (15 September 2012). "Review: 'King and I' is something wonderful". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  15. Ang, W. (15 October 2011). "'Sound of Music' at Resorts World Manila starts Oct. 15". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  16. Godinez, B. (1 October 2010). "Gian Magdangal secures lead role in musical spectacle Kaos". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  17. Lejano, D. (29 September 2013). "Mitoy Yonting wins 'The Voice of the Philippines'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  18. "Daniel Matsunaga wins 'Pinoy Big Brother: All In'". Rappler. 24 August 2014. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  19. Chua, Z.B. (27 September 2019). "Tawag ng Tanghalanjudges take the Newport stage this October". BusinessWorld. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  20. Anarcon, J.P. (28 July 2019). "Zephanie Dimaranan hailed as first Idol Philippines grand winner". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
  21. "24th Asian Television Awards to be held in PH". ABS-CBN News. 24 December 2019. Retrieved 22 February 2020.
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