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National Artist of the Philippines
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q7457903 · wikidata
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Severino Montano
1915-01-03 – 1980-12-12
Life & Legacy
Severino Montano (January 3, 1915 – December 12, 1980) was a playwright, director, actor and theater organizer with an output of one novel, 150 poems and 50 plays in his 65-year lifetime. Through the foundation of the Arena Theater, Montano institutionalized “legitimate theater” in the Philippines. Considered one of the Titans of Philippine Theater, he was bestowed the award as National Artist of the Philippines in 2001.
Occupation & Career
artist
Education
London School of Economics and Political Science; Yale University; American University; University of the Philippines
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
National Artist of the Philippines
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Honors & Awards
National Artist of the Philippines
Education & Institutions
American University · London School of Economics and Political Science · University of the Philippines · Yale University
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Sources & Provenance
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