RPN turns 43!

Manila Bulletin | July 12, 2003

In a simple but very memorable celebration, RPN marks their 43rd year in the broadcasting industry. Rated Prime at 43, the RPN anniversary concert is a celebration of the RPNs finest moments then and now. The concert boasts of a production that signals the start of a rejuvenated RPN.

The Rated Prime concept was a collaboration of the best minds and talents in the industry. It traces back the RPN we all know the RPN that has launched a hundred phenomenal shows and the RPN that we all hope to be.

Words from RPN old-timers had not been difficult to get. Dina Bonnevie, Dawn Zulueta, the triumvate of Tito, Vic and Joey, Herbert Bautista, Maricel Soriano and the King of Comedy Dolphy waxed sentimental as they recall their days with the station.

This anniversary concert is under the direction of Louie Ignacio with musical direction by Jay Durias of South Border. The list of performers include Jolina Magdangal, Viva Hot Babes, South Border, Dulce, Ivy Violan, Dessa, Dingdong Dantes, Anne Curtis, Gabby Eigennman, Brix Ferraris, Kyla, Nina, Jay-R, Miggy Eugenio, Geleen Eugenio, Whiplash, Abstract Dancers and Miss Nora Aunor.

The prime movers of RPN participate with great bravado starting with the beautiful, intelligent and multi-talented Angelique Lazo. Along with other news and public affairs anchors, they will host the shows different segments and will have one surprise number.

Watch Rated Prime at 43, the RPN anniversary concert on July 13, 9 p.m. on Sundays Big Event and be a witness to another fine moment in the broadcasting industry.