Tanghal

Tanghal is a Tagalog root verb meaning to perform or to present a performance. It is used to describe the act of staging an event, such as a play, concert, or ceremonial presentation, in front of an audience. The word functions in various contexts within theater, music, and public ceremonies, reflecting the act of bringing a performance to life.

The term also appears in related forms built from the same root. Pagtanghal denotes the act or process of presenting or staging something, while tanghalan commonly refers to a stage or venue where performances occur. These derivatives help express different facets of presenting work, from the act itself to the physical space where it happens.

In contemporary Filipino usage, tanghal appears both in everyday speech and in formal discourse about arts and performance. It can describe the act of presenting a work, showcasing talents, or organizing a public performance, and it often appears in discussions of theatre, music recitals, and cultural events.