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NCCA to hold walking tour for National Artist Nick Joaquin on May 3

National Artist for Literature Nick Joaquin at the stairs of the Cultural Center of the Philippines Main Theater lobby. Image courtesy of Sari Dalena

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<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1745644027435Nick-Joaquin.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="National Artist for Literature Nick Joaquin at the stairs of the Cultural Center of the Philippines Main Theater lobby. Image courtesy of Sari Dalena"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">National Artist for Literature Nick Joaquin at the stairs of the Cultural Center of the Philippines Main Theater lobby. <em>Image courtesy of Sari Dalena </em></span></span></span></div><p>MANILA — Pinoy Reads Pinoy Books and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts will hold a literary walking tour for National Artist for Literature Nick Joaquin in Intramuros, Manila on May 3.</p><p>PRPB co-founder Jayson Vega designed the tour to honor the lasting legacy of Joaquin and his works.</p><p>“This tour traces locations within the Walled City that influenced the life of the beloved National Artist for Literature, and sparked inspiration in his famous stories and literary works,” PRPB said in a post.</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/12/09/17/watch-director-offers-a-glimpse-into-the-making-of-ang-larawan">WATCH: Director offers a glimpse into the making of &#x27;Ang Larawan&#x27;</a></div><p>PRPB also emphasized that Joaquin&#x27;s stories and essays remain relevant today.</p><p>Joaquin, who also wrote as Quijano de Manila, is known for his literary works, &quot;The Woman Who Had Two Novels&quot;, &quot;Manila, My Manila: A History for the Young&quot;, and &quot;The Portrait of the Artist as a Filipino&quot; which inspired the stage and screen adaptations of &quot;Ang Larawan&quot;. </p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/12/25/17/mmff-review-ang-larawan-is-indelibly-inspiring">MMFF review: &#x27;Ang Larawan&#x27; is indelibly inspiring</a></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/life/04/28/17/penguin-classics-honors-nick-joaquin-with-new-collection">Penguin Classics honors Nick Joaquin with new collection</a></div><p>“Nick Joaquin is the shining beacon on the potential of Filipino imagination and creative work showing us we can stand side by side with some of the greatest writers in the world,” PRPB told ABS-CBN News.</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/life/11/02/20/docu-drama-on-national-artist-nick-joaquin-streams-again-at-this-years-ppp">Docu-drama on National Artist Nick Joaquin streams again at this year’s PPP</a></div><p>Throughout National Literature Month in April, NCCA has been pushing the celebration of different literary artists and works highlighting Filipino culture, craft, and creativity.</p><p>The May 3 event is free of charge and is based on a first come, first served registration.</p><p>Organizers said they may offer the walking tour again in the future.</p>

<p>Pinoy Reads Pinoy Books and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts will hold a literary walking tour for National Artist for Literature Nick Joaquin in Intramuros, Manila on May 3.</p>

Pinoy Reads Pinoy Books and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts will hold a literary walking tour for National Artist for Literature Nick Joaquin in Intramuros, Manila on May 3.

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NCCA to hold walking tour for National Artist Nick Joaquin on May 3

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Sharona Nicole Semilla

Published April 26, 2025 01:07 PM PHT

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