ORMOC CITY — established a dedicated delegation at CREATE Philippines x Manila International Performing Arts Market (MIPAM) 2026, running from September 11 to 13 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) complex.
Municipal Pavilion Showcases Local Cultural Heritage and Talent
Represented at Booth C14, the Ormoc City delegation brings Leyte's performing arts ecosystem to a national platform designed for cultural diplomacy and international trade:
Dedicated Exhibition Hub: Operating daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Booth C14, the Ormoc pavilion serves as a business-to-business (B2B) networking space for cultural producers, festival programmers, and creative directors.
Spotlighting City Creatives: The exhibition showcases Ormoc's native music, traditional dance interpretations, and contemporary artistic productions, positioning the city as a primary cultural hub in Eastern Visayas.
Fostering Sectoral Partnerships: Through curated institutional meetings, city representatives are engaging international buyers and national arts organizations to explore touring opportunities and co-production ventures.
Arts Council Feature Highlights Local Performance Excellence
A major centerpiece of Ormoc’s participation involves a specialized showcase supported by the city's Culture and Arts Council:
Featured Artist Presentation: Ormoc performer Felipjan Mozart Milan takes the stage on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM inside the Likhang Pilipino Exhibition Hall.
Promoting Grassroots Masterpieces: The feature underscores the city government's strategic investment in nurturing local performing talent and providing artists access to national audiences.
National Platform Integration: Organized by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) and the CCP, the market connects municipal delegates with broader Asian and global performing arts networks.
