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WHEREAS , this architectural heritage is the most outstanding example of ArtDeco in the Philippines featuring stylized designs with a uniquely Filipino touchevidenced in the flower and fruit motifs on the grilles, stairways, and wall detailing

WHEREAS , the MET is the masterpiece of Architect Juan M. Arellano;Arellano, one of the first Filipinos who had graduated from schools in the USA, alsostudied with theater construction expert Thomas Lamb;

WHEREAS , the interior of the building, designed by the architect’s brother,Arcadio Arellano, showcases Filipino ornamentation reflected in the rich colors of tapestries, bas-reliefs of stylized Philippine plants and a segmental arch crowned with atiara of stylized Muslim minarets;

WHEREAS , the components of the theater are aesthetically significant for their craftsmanship, mode, technical excellence, exquisiteness, expression of skill and quality

of design and execution;

WHEREAS , mural paintings by the first Filipino National Artist FernandoAmorsolo adorned the walls of the building;

WHEREAS , the modern sculptures gracing its lobby are creations by famousItalian sculptor Francisco Ricardo Monti who lived in the Philippines from 1930 till hisdeath;

WHEREAS , the Grand Dame of Theatres likewise features a proscenium-likeentrance by House of Precast and a window mural of colored glass by Kraut;

WHEREAS , following its declaration as a National Landmark and ensuingrevival in 1978, the MET housed the Manila Symphony Orchestra - Asia’s oldestorchestra and once again became the setting for creative expression until withdrawal of financial assistance led to its decline;

WHEREAS , this priceless architectural heritage is significant for its associationwith cultural and historical events;

WHEREAS , the MET has outstanding social and historical significance to thecultural and artistic community;

WHEREAS , there is a need to conserve the theater building to avoid thedeterioration of the structure, such conservation efforts – undertaken as early as 2004,must be in accordance with the internationally accepted standards and procedures;

WHEREAS , there is manifestation of commitment from the artistic and culturalcommunity as well as the local government to protect and preserve the MetropolitanTheater for present and future generations of Filipinos;

8/8/2019 A Resolution Declaring

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RESOLVE, as it is hereby resolved, that the Panel of Experts makes itknown its support for the declaration of the Metropolitan Theater in Manila asNational Cultural Treasure.