On December 4, 2010, viewers will get to learn more about Cultural Center of the Philippines chairman Emily Abrera through the talk show ON SET. On December 11, National Artist for Literature Bienvenido Lumbera will be put on the spotlight. On December 18, award-winning filmmaker Pepe Diokno will be featured in this show. On December 25, international singer Lea Salonga will be given the chance to share her views. On January 1, 2011, Maestro Ryan Cayabyab will welcome the new year by opening up on the talk show. On January 8, cinematographer Monino Duque will impart lessons to viewers. On January 15, Cannes award-winning director Brillante Mendoza will guest on the show to talk about his achievements and future plans.
PRESS STATEMENT FROM CCP:
"NET25 and CCP launch the new season of ON SET with top caliber world-class artists.
"ON SET, the only Philippine talk show on NET 25 that features Filipino
artists at their best, documents the personal life, training, and the private and professional experiences of the artist that have helped him become truly a world-class talent.
"World-class artists lined up for the new season of ON SET include CCP
Chairman and advertising maven Emily Abrera; National Artist for
Literature, prize winning poet, critic and dramatist Bienvenido Lumbera
and Venice Film Festival winner Pepe Diokno.
"Internationally acclaimed singer and actress Lea Salonga who personifies
the Filipino world class artist is one of the highlights of the season.
She is also joined by composed, arranger, pianist and singer Ryan
Cayabyab; director, cinematographer and lighting designer Monino Duque;
and film director Brillante Mendoza.
"The second season begins on December 4, 2010, Saturday, 8:30 pm with replays on the following Sunday, 8:30 pm.
"ON SET is a project under the Memorandum of Agreement between NET25 and CCP to be officially renewed during the launch. This MOA also includes the production and airing of The Red Carpet, a monthly special about the events and happenings in and around the CCP."
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