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Hit Musical PINGKIAN Plays at GSIS Theatre this Friday, April 12


Tanghalang Pilipino’s latest hit musical, “Pingkian: Isang Musikal,” a compelling narrative inspired by the 'Brains of the Katipunan' of the Philippine Revolution, Emilio Jacinto, will extend with another two performances at a new venue.

Video: Watch Excerpt of LOUDER THAN WORDS from TICK, TICK…BOOM!


In a one-night-only encore of “Louder than Words,” the finale number from Jonathan Larson’s pre-'Rent,' 'tick, tick…BOOM!' TV-film star (now theater actor) Khalil Ramos sang those lines, then faced the audience throwing a nudge and a wink—and we all knew what he meant. Ironic.

Video: Catch A Glimpse of the 'Epilogue: Reprise' at the All-Star Concert of ANG LARAWAN


The all-star cast, Alice Reyes Dance Philippines’ dancers, and the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by National Artist for Music Ryan Cayabyab, performed a reprise of the epilogue to 'Ang Larawan, The Musica'” right before the curtain fell on 'Contra Mundum, Ang All-Star Concert ng Ang Larawan' at the Manila Metropolitan Theatre on Saturday, May 6.

Gary Valenciano Says Yes to Play Jacob: 'It's Time'


The musical 'Joseph The Dreamer' began in 1989 and has had numerous re-stagings before Mr. Pure Energy, Gary Valenciano, took on the role of Joseph in 1999. In this current production, which opens on Friday, July 22, the 57-year-old multi-media performer takes on Jacob's character, Joseph's father.

Winners Announced For 2019 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards


Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!

Final Week To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards


There's just one final week to submit votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

December 19th Update: Eraserheads - ANG HULING EL BIMBO Leads Best New Music Category in the BWW Philippines Awards Voting


We're heading into the final week of voting for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards


There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards Update: The Theatre at Solaire Leads Best Venue!


There's just a few weeks left to make your voice heard and submit your votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

December 2nd Update - Current Standings for the BWW Philippines Awards!


It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.

First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW Philippines Awards!


Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!

Final Chance to Vote for the BWW Philippines Awards!


It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2018 BWW Philippines Awards!


There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

Three Weeks Left To Vote For the BWW Philippines Awards!


There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

Vote For The 2018 BWW Philippines Awards; The Theatre at Solaire Leads Best Venue!


There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

VIDEO: First Look at the International Premiere of WAITRESS


The hit musical Waitress opened on November 9, 2018, at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati City, Manila, Philippines. Based on the beloved film by Adrienne Shelly, Waitress features music and lyrics from six-time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles ('Love Song,' 'Brave') and book by Jessie Nelson. Waitress tells the story of a pie maker named Jenna who, despite the mundanity of her life, finds comfort and reckoning in the simple magic of baking. With the help of her two friends, Dawn and Becky, she dreams of a way out of her loveless marriage and musters the courage to change her life for the better.

Vote For The 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards; THE LION KING Leads Best International Tour!


There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

BWW Review: WAITRESS Is One Fresh, Delightful Pie Fest


In the play 'Boston Marriage,' dramatist David Mamet famously quotes, 'We must have a pie. Stress cannot exist in the presence of a pie.' Indeed, as life in the present has become ever more stressful, one can always choose to find comfort in the gustatory wonders of a perfect pie.

Review Roundup: What Do the Critics Think of the International Premiere of WAITRESS in the Philippines?


Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group presents the international premiere of the Tony-nominated musical WAITRESS. The show, which continues to run on Broadway and will open in London's West End next year, features music and lyrics from six-time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles, and opened on November 9, 2018, at the Carols P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza in Manila.

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