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Jude Cartalaba

Like other professions, especially writing, he believes it is not for the faint-hearted. His writing life is less lucrative than many would think of it. However, he persists in pursuing his passion for weaving words together to create a ripple effect of change.

He has contributed to several traditional and digital lifestyle and entertainment publications like “Illustrado, “Star Studio,” ABS-CBNNews, and Rappler, to name a few.

Today, he never stops writing. He has contributed to this publication, BroadwayWorld Philippines, for over a decade.

When he has the opportunity to help aspiring and beginning writers, he conducts writing workshops.

He is BWW's features editor in the Philippines.






Multitasking Actors: 'APO Musical's' Vien King & Luis Marcelo
Multitasking Actors: 'APO Musical's' Vien King & Luis Marcelo
February 26, 2019

In any stage production, there are alternates, covers, swings, or understudies to ensure that everything will be taken care of when a cast member is not available or an emergency arises.

BWW Interview: Bibeth Orteza Talks Joining the Company of SILENT SKY
BWW Interview: Bibeth Orteza Talks Joining the Company of SILENT SKY
February 8, 2019

Though acting on stage is nothing new to writer-director Bibeth Orteza, she considers her stint in this year's restaging of Lauren Gunderson's play 'Silent Sky' still difficult. For her, it is always tough when one does her best.

BAKWIT BOYS' Vance Larena Goes Back To His Theater Roots
BAKWIT BOYS' Vance Larena Goes Back To His Theater Roots
October 11, 2018

Fresh from his critically-acclaimed performance in the musical film 'Bakwit Boys,' actor Vance Larena plays the lead role in a musical adaptation of Jose Rizal's 'Noli Me Tangere' (Kanser), featuring the music by Joed Balsamo and book by Jomar Fleras. Larena plays Juan Crisostomo Ibarra y Magsalin, commonly known as Ibarra, a Filipino-Spanish and the only descendant of the wealthy Spaniard Don Rafael Ibarra.

BWW Review: LUNGS Tells A Relatable Story About Imperfect Love And Parenthood
BWW Review: LUNGS Tells A Relatable Story About Imperfect Love And Parenthood
September 25, 2018

Sab Jose (W) and Jake Cueca (M) are the only two actors in Duncan MacMillan's 90-minute play 'Lungs'; they perform on a bare stage, without props, a set, or a costume change.

Exclusive: Jake Cuenca Talks About His Career and LUNGS: 'It's A Reflection Of Myself'
Exclusive: Jake Cuenca Talks About His Career and LUNGS: 'It's A Reflection Of Myself'
September 18, 2018

At 30, Filipino actor and model Jake Cuenca, who's been acting on film and TV since the age of 10, is trying his hands at acting onstage for the first time via 'Lungs,' a straight play written by Duncan MacMillan and was based on a novel of the same name. The play is co-produced by The Sandbox Collective and 9 Works Theatrical.

Meet Sab, Jep And Jobim of 'Heto Na! Musikal nAPO,' Show Opens This Fri, 8/3
Meet Sab, Jep And Jobim of 'Heto Na! Musikal nAPO,' Show Opens This Fri, 8/3
July 29, 2018

Sab Jose, Jep Go, and Jobim Javier are three names that Philippine theatergoers should watch for when 'Heto Na! Musikal nAPO,' the new musical production of 9 Works Theatrical and Globe Live, co-presented by Frontrow and Fox Life, finally opens this weekend.

BWW Interview: Reb Atadero, Tanya Manalang Talk New Musical, Featuring the Music of The Eraserheads
BWW Interview: Reb Atadero, Tanya Manalang Talk New Musical, Featuring the Music of The Eraserheads
May 30, 2018

Resorts World Manila, Full House Theater Company, and Ultimate Shows Inc. may have stumbled on a potential hit via an original Filipino stage musical 'Ang Huling El Bimbo,' which features the music of the Eraserheads.

BWW Interview: Eugene Domingo Talks 'NIGHT, MOTHER, Living Life to The Fullest
BWW Interview: Eugene Domingo Talks 'NIGHT, MOTHER, Living Life to The Fullest
March 4, 2018

Almost six years after her last play, 'Bona,' Eugene Domingo returns to the stage via the Filipino adaptation of Marsha Norman's Pulitzer Prize-winning play 'NIGHT, MOTHER. She breathes life into the character of the depressed Jessie, a divorced wife and a mother of a delinquent son.

BWW Exclusive: Would Joanna and Rachel Sell Their Father's Painting in Real Life?
BWW Exclusive: Would Joanna and Rachel Sell Their Father's Painting in Real Life?
January 1, 2018

Following the musical film Ang Larawan was proclaimed Best Picture and won the Best Actress trophy for singer-actress and West End star Joanna Ampil at the Gabi ng Parangal of the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2017 Wednesday night, December 27, lead stars Ampil and Rachel Alejandro shared their thoughts about their film, directed by New York theater veteran Loy Arcenas.

BWW Review: Is Agnes a Sinner or Saint?
BWW Review: Is Agnes a Sinner or Saint?
March 4, 2017

Repertory Philippines' (Rep) current production of 'Agnes of God,' a play by American playwright John Pielmeier, tells the story of a novice nun who has borne a child believed to be a product of a virgin birth.

BWW Interview: Tanya Manalang Talks TICK, TICK...BOOM!
BWW Interview: Tanya Manalang Talks TICK, TICK...BOOM!
October 22, 2016

Fresh from her recent stint in the West End revival of 'Miss Saigon,' Tanya Manalang now plays Susan in 9 Works Theatrical's production of Jonathan Larson's TICK, TICK...BOOM!

BWW Interview: Jef Flores Talks Jonathan Larson, 'Profitable Creativity' & More
BWW Interview: Jef Flores Talks Jonathan Larson, 'Profitable Creativity' & More
October 19, 2016

Jef Flores, the lead star of 9 Works Theatrical's production of Jonathan Larson's TICK, TICK...BOOM!, totally relates to Jon, the character he's currently playing. Jon is an aspiring Broadway musical composer who's worried about the career choices he made especially now he's turning 30.

BWW Review: Red Turnip Theater Stages Nina Raine's TRIBES
BWW Review: Red Turnip Theater Stages Nina Raine's TRIBES
August 30, 2016

In its fourth year, theater company Red Turnip Theater, via Nina Raine's comedy-drama "Tribes," has proven time and again its top-notch quality.

MiG Ayesa, Tanya Manalang Headline 'Curtains Up!' Concert
MiG Ayesa, Tanya Manalang Headline 'Curtains Up!' Concert
July 12, 2016

MiG Ayesa and Tanya Manalang will headline 'Curtains Up!' a concert produced by Resorts World Manila (RWM) and Ultimate Shows Inc., at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Pasay City tomorrow, July 14, at 8 p.m. The artists will be accompanied by the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Rodel Colmenar.

BWW Interview: Ela Lisondra, Ariel Reonal Talk Life After MISS SAIGON
BWW Interview: Ela Lisondra, Ariel Reonal Talk Life After MISS SAIGON
July 10, 2016

West End revival of MISS SAIGON alums Ela Lisondra and Ariel Reonal are featured in the Manila production of the smash rock musical AMERICAN IDIOT by Green Day, which closes tonight at the Globe Iconic Store, Bonifacio Global City.

BWW Interview: Robbie Guevara Reveals Success Formula Behind AMERICAN IDIOT
BWW Interview: Robbie Guevara Reveals Success Formula Behind AMERICAN IDIOT
July 6, 2016

Two original Filipino musicals 'Sa Wakas,' which features the songs of the alternative rock band Sugarfree, and 'Rak of Aegis,' which highlights the songs popularized by the rock band 'Aegis,' have succeeded and won the hearts of many nonregular theatergoers, especially the Pinoy rock music fans. 9 Works Theatrical and Globe Live's rock opera AMERICAN IDIOT by Green Day follows the same winning formula. Since the show opened two weeks ago--staying true to the producers' intended goal--it has been attracting audiences, including nonregular theatergoers, to its open-air venue at the Globe Iconic Store in Bonifacio Global City.

BWW Interview: Norby David Gets in The Groove in AMERICAN IDIOT
BWW Interview: Norby David Gets in The Groove in AMERICAN IDIOT
June 26, 2016

Norby David, the former bassist and vocalist of alternative rock band Rivermaya, has joined the cast of the Manila premiere of the rock opera AMERICAN IDIOT by Green Day, which played to full houses and received standing ovations on its opening weekend (June 24-26) at the Globe Iconic Store's amphitheater on Bonifacio High Street in Taguig City.

BWW Interview: Jason Fernandez to Make Musical Theater Debut in AMERICAN IDIOT
BWW Interview: Jason Fernandez to Make Musical Theater Debut in AMERICAN IDIOT
June 14, 2016

Jason Fernandez, a 26-year-old former lead vocalist of pop rock band Rivermaya and former "The Voice" Philippine edition contestant, is set to make his musical theater debut in AMERICAN IDIOT.

AMERICAN IDIOT Cast  Reveal What They Love About Green Day
AMERICAN IDIOT Cast Reveal What They Love About Green Day
May 23, 2016

When mobile network giant Globe and professional theater company 9 Works Theatrical ('La Cage Aux Folles,' 'The Last Five Years') decided to stage together punk rock band Green Day's sung-through rock opera, 'American Idiot,' at the new Globe Iconic Store in Bonifacio Global City starting on Friday, June 24, newly announced cast members Jason Fernandez, Miggy Chavez, Mako Alonso, and Mark Tayag have been in cloud nine since their auditions because they are huge fans and they love the music of Green Day.

BWW Interview: Douglas Gresham Talks C.S. Lewis' THE HORSE AND HIS BOY
BWW Interview: Douglas Gresham Talks C.S. Lewis' THE HORSE AND HIS BOY
November 5, 2015

Trumpets ('The Bluebird of Happiness,' 'Joseph the Dreamer') premieres its latest full-length play 'The Horse and His Boy,' which is based on 'Chronicles of Narnia's' fifth fantasy novel of the same name by British novelist C.S. Lewis, on Friday, November 6, at Meralco Theatre in Manila, Philippines.



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