WOLFGANG AT THE MET (In the Limelight, GMA NEWS TV)

Wolfgang announced its first major Manila concert for the year at the historic Metropolitan Theater on Saturday, June 18, at 8 p.m. Entitled simply, "WOLFGANG AT THE MET", the show unleashed the band's no-holds-barred, take-no-prisoners brand of rock.
The pressure from Wolfgang's Manila fanbase had become so intense that the band decided to create a special show to respond to the insistent demands on their Wolfgang : Philippines facebook page.
That unique element was provided by the Metropolitan Theater, now near-forgotten but still the 'grande dame' of the city's structures. "We didn't want to do just another show, in the usual place. We've never been about doing the usual," said Artadi. At the same time, the band wanted to call attention to Manila's many landmarks which have dropped out of the public's consciousness. Designed by Filipino architect Juan Arellano in the 1930s, the Met is an iconic structure expressing Philippine elements in a visual language still appealing to this day. Decorated with Italian sculptures, mosaics, and stained glass in the haute Deco mode, it is a glorious backdrop for any artistic event.
Because of its conservationist purpose, the "Wolfgang at The Met" concert is also on the official roster of events to mark the 440th year of "Araw ng Maynila."
The Met has a world-class stage with acoustics that can match any international venue. All the theater seats have been re-upholstered and provide excellent views of the stage from every angle, because of the gentle elevation of the audience area.
The biggest obstacle to making the Met a going concern is the lack of electricity for the theater. For the occasion, the grand structure will be lit and airconditioned with portable equipment. A crack team was assembled to make the concert a visual experience. Lighting was designed by Shakira Villa-Symes and sets, by Denis Lagdameo.

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