National Artist Amelia Lapeña-Bonifacio also known as “Tita Amel” who is dubbed “Grande Dame of Southeast Asian Children’s Theater,” dies at 90 years old.

Her death was made known through a Facebook post by Teatrong Mulat ng Pilipinas (Mulat Theater).

The post said, “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of National Artist Amelia Lapeña-Bonifacio, University of the Philippines Professor Emeritus and Founding Artistic Director of Teatrong Mulat ng Pilipinas at 7 AM today, December 29, 2020 at the age of 90.

“Wake is from Dec. 30-31, 9 AM to 6 PM at Imperial Classic, G/F Funeraria Paz Araneta Ave. Please observe IATF health protocols.

“In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Teatrong Mulat ng Pilipinas Foundation, Inc. through GCash 09189032040 (Ma Amihan R), BDO S/A 006520231060 (Ma. Amihan Ramolete), or LandBank S/A 3076 1038 86 (Ma. Amihan Ramolete).”