“Art is one of life’s richest offerings. For those who have not the talent to create, there is appreciation.” – Nathaniel West
Young artists from all over the country gather to compete in the National Festival of Talents 2020 hosted by the City of Ilagan this March 10-15, 2020. As an art patron and advocate, Mr. Samuel F. Adelan partners with the Schools Division of the City of Ilagan in hosting one of the most prestigious battle of the arts by opening the Samuel F. Adelan Learning Center to house different contested events for NFOT 2020.
The following competitions were conducted at the Samuel F. Adelan-Learning Center: SINELIKSIK was held at the Computer Laboratory on March 10, 2020, DIREK KO,GANAP MO competition at the Performing Arts Theatre, and its audience viewing at the Main Library, SULAT-TANGHAL at the Computer Laboratory on March 11, capped by the awarding ceremonies for both events at the Performing Arts Theatre on March 12, 2020. While the best young artists from all regions in the country battled it out by giving their most outstanding performances and wit to grab the highest award for each event in the NFOT 2020, Mr. Adelan remained true to his advocacies by giving support and welcoming young learners who have remarkable talents in the arts.