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Photos: First Look at Stephen Sondheim's PASSION; Show Runs Now Thru 29 Sept.by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(9/15/2019) - In its 20th anniversary, Philippine Opera Company (POC), presents Stephen Sondheim's one-act musical Passion, which was originally based on the novel Fosca by Iginio Ugo Tarchetti.
Photos: HIMALA: ISANG MUSIKAL In Rehearsal; Show Opens 20 Sept.by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(9/11/2019) - The Sandbox Collective and 9 Works Theatrical are bringing back their highly acclaimed revival of Himala: Isang Musikal.
Photo Coverage: The Cast of COMPANY Meets the Press; Show Opens Fri., Sept. 13by Giancarlo Batac - Philippines
(9/8/2019) - Upstart Productions brings back Stephen Sondheim's 1970 musical comedy COMPANY to the Philippine stage, directed by first-time musical theater director Topper Fabregas.
Photos: THE INSANITY OF MARY GIRARD Reimagined for 9th Festival International de Theatre De Mont-Laurierby Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(9/3/2019) - Filipino playwright Eljay Castro Deldoc's a?oe13th of Septembera?? makes its international debut at the 9th Festival International de Theatre De Mont-Laurier on Monday, September 9, 2019, 4 p.m., at the Espace Theatre (543) Rue du Pont Local.
PHOTOS: Lea Salonga Headlines Resorts World Manila's PERFECT TEN: A Gala Performanceby Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(9/2/2019) - Resorts World Manila (RWM), the Philippines' pioneering integrated resort-township, welcomed back Tony winner, Disney Legend Lea Salonga as they celebrated RWM's 10th anniversary via a two-night concert billed as 'Perfect Ten: A Gala Performance' at the Newport Performing Arts Theatre held Friday, August 30, and Saturday, August 31, 2019.
Photo Coverage: In Rehearsal With Upstart Productions' COMPANY; Show Opens Sept. 13by Carla Delgado - Philippines
(9/1/2019) - This September, Upstart Productions stages a?oeCompany,a?? the Tony Award-winning musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by George Furth. The musical comedy centers around Bobby, a bachelor who can't seem to find a suitable partner for himself. The musical explores the different kinds of relationships he has with the people in his life. He looks into his friends' respective marriages and assesses his romantic attachments.
Photo Coverage: World Premiere of DOLOROSA Opens Tanghalang Ateneo's 41st Seasonby Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(8/26/2019) - In a theatrical season of women-powered plays, Tanghalang Ateneo (TA), via Peter Zaragoza Mayshle's three-act play a?oeDolorosa,a?? dares to answer the question: are Feminism and Christianity mutually exclusive?
Photo Coverage: Monique Wilson, Arman Ferrer Lead MABINING MANDIRIGMA; Show Closes Sept. 1by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(8/26/2019) - Probing the fusion of eclectic steampunk music elements, flip-top rap, and musical theater (Joed Balsamo, composer; Ejay Yatco, music director), side by side a rather traditional libretto in heavy Tagalog (Nicanor Tiongson, librettist) can be refreshing yet jarring. But Tanghalang Pilipino's original musical 'Mabining Mandirigma' is our story--a period of frustration and struggle that can't be ignored. It tells the Philippines' history (1898-1903), which, sadly, keeps repeating itself until today--unless we embrace change and move forward.
Photos: Randy Villarama, Jill Pena Rehearse DANCING LESSONS; Show Opens Tom., Aug. 16!by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(8/14/2019) - In theater, ensemble pieces (“Angels In America,” “Noises Off”) and one-man/woman shows (“I'll Eat You Last,” “Springsteen on Broadway”) are more pervasive than the two-handers or plays featuring two actors. How lucky, then, here comes along the heartwarming two-hander “Dancing Lessons,” written by Mark St. Germain (“Freud's Last Session”-Off-Broadway).
Photos: MADAGASCAR: A MUSICAL ADVENTURE Knows Its Audience by Heartby Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(8/14/2019) - In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group, the esteemed theater company has also launched a new division: the Atlantis Imaginarium Young Theatre (AIYT), which aims to produce live entertainment primarily targeting families with young kids.
Photo Coverage: DANI GIRL Returns to the Stage; Show Runs Now Thru Sept. 1by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(8/12/2019) - Appropriate for all audiences, starting at age six, DANI GIRL, the musical by Michael Kooman (composer) and Christopher Dimond (book writer and lyricist), has returned to the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, in Makati City.
Photos: DLSU Harlequin Theatre Guild Presents TITSER KO SI LA SALLE; Show Closes This Weekend, Aug. 9-10by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(8/8/2019) - In honor of the tercentenary celebrations of Saint John Baptist de La Salle's legacy, the De La Salle University (DLSU) Harlequin Theatre Guild presents 'Titser ko si La Salle!,' a trilogy on educators that get their inspiration from the life and mission of Saint La Salle.
Photo Coverage: Derrick Monasterio, Jenine Desiderio Make Their RAK OF AEGIS Debut!by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(8/3/2019) - The Philippine Educational Theater Association's (PETA) longest-running original Filipino musical RAK OF AEGIS, which features the popular songs of the pop-rock band Aegis, recently welcomed new cast members Derrick Monasterio and Jenine Desiderio to the show's seventh edition. See Derrick and Jenine in action below, along with the show's returning cast members.
Photo Flash: First Look at Lea Salonga and Jett Pangan in SWEENEY TODD in the Philippinesby Stephi Wild - Broadway
(7/29/2019) - As BroadwayWorld previously announced, Lea Salonga will take on the role of Mrs. Lovett in Stephen Sondheim's classic musical SWEENEY TODD, which culminates Atlantis' 20th Anniversary Season in 2019. She stars opposite Jett Pangan in the title role.
Photo Coverage: Arete Production Stages Suzue Toshiro's IF HE DOESN'T SEE YOUR FACE; Show Runs Aug. 2-4by Oliver Oliveros - Japan
(7/29/2019) - Yasuyo (Delphine Buencamino), visits her husband, Tatsuya (Brian Sy), in prison. He has been in prison four times for theft.
Photo Coverage: DANI GIRL Cast Visits Cancer-stricken Kids; Acclaimed Musical Returns Aug. 10by Jude Cartalaba - Philippines
(7/26/2019) - The cast of DANI GIRL came out to play and comfort the pediatric cancer patients at Child Haus on Tuesday, July 23, 2019.
Photo Coverage: First Look at STOP KISS; Show Runs Now Thru 7/21by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(7/12/2019) - In their new production of Diana Son's 1998 Off-Broadway play 'Stop Kiss,' theatrical producers Positive Space, MusicArtes, and New Voice Company (NVC) are encouraging Filipino theatergoers to take a stand against discrimination and celebrate love, in whatever form.
Photo/Video: First Look at the Rerun of NOLI ME TANGERE, THE OPERA; Show Opens Today!by Oliver Oliveros - Opera
(6/20/2019) - The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and J&S Productions Inc., together with the Department of Education (DepEd), the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), and Enrique Zobel Foundation Inc., bring back the smash-hit landmark production of 'Noli Me Tangere, The Opera,' to the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo of the CCP for one weekend only, from June 21 to 23, 2019.
Check Out Production Photos of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL in Manila!by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(6/16/2019) - Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group, which is celebrating its 20th year, has just released its production photos of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, which runs at Meralco Theatre now through July 7. The show is directed by Bobby Garcia.
Photo/Video: The Show Must Go On for Moscow Ballet's SWAN LAKE in Manila; Show Runs Now Thru 6/22by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(6/15/2019) - Last night, approximately an hour before the curtain was raised for Moscow Ballet 'La Classique's' production of Tchaikovsky's ballet 'Swan Lake' at the New Frontier Theatre, the show's local promoters Yuri and Beth Mercado officially announced that the run has been canceled, which disappointed many.
Photo Flash: Get a First Look at Rehearsals for BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL in Manila!by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(6/5/2019) - Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group continues its 20th-anniversary season with the Broadway hit BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, which opens at Meralco Theatre in Pasig City on June 14.
Photo Coverage: ROSES FOR BEN, A New Musical Meets the Press; Show Opens June 15by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(5/12/2019) - The Philippine Department of Health recently revealed: '692 Filipino youth aged 15 to 24 were diagnosed with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in the first two months of 2019.' This latest data is alarming and we need to talk about it. 'Roses For Ben,' a new musical tackling the most important issues surrounding HIV-AIDS, is shaping up to be a possible discourse platform.
Photos: MISS SAIGON UK Stars Reunite in Gerald Santos' Homecoming Concertby Oliver Oliveros - UK Regional
(5/6/2019) - Last Saturday night, 'Prince of Ballad' Gerald Santos, who played the role of Thuy in the recent 'Miss Saigon' UK/Ireland and international tour (2017-2019), reunited with fellow 'Saigon' alums Aicelle Santos (Gigi), Joreen Bautista (Kim), and Leo Valdez (Engineer) at The Theatre at Solaire--a rare treat for all 'Saigon' fans.
Photo Flash: Teatro Mensaheros Stages DAAN NG KRUS in Rizal Park Today, Apr. 20by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(4/19/2019) - Teatro Mensaheros De San Antonio, a non-profit, church-based theater group, stages its long-running passion play-turned-musical 'Daan Ng Krus, The Musicale 2019' at the Open-Air Auditorium in Rizal Park today, April 20, 2019, at 7 p.m. Admission is free!
Photo Coverage: HESUS NAZARENO, Mandaluyong City's Homegrown Passion Playby Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(4/16/2019) - If you're a devoted pilgrim or a wandering tourist this Holy Week, you don't need to leave the metro to experience a traditional passion play. In its seventh year, community-based theater group Tanghalan Mandaluyong presents its own take on the life and times of Jesus Christ via the passion play 'Hesus Nazareno' (Jesus of Nazareth).
Photo Coverage: First Look at blueREP's SPRING AWAKENING; Show Runs Now Thru Apr. 14by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(3/30/2019) - Tony Award-winning musical 'Spring Awakening,' based on the 1891 play by Frank Wedekind, which features the music by Duncan Sheik and book and lyrics by Steven Sater, returns to the Ateneo Blue Repertory (blueREP) stage now through Sunday, April 14, 2019. Directed by Missy Maramara and Darrell Uy, the production plays at the Hyundai Hall, Arete, Ateneo de Manila University.
Photos: Promo Shots of SPRING AWAKENING; Show Runs 03/29-04/14by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(3/24/2019) - Ateneo Blue Repertory (blueREP), the premier musical theater organization at Ateneo de Manila University, closes its 27th season with the Tony Award-winning musical 'Spring Awakening,' based on the play of the same name by Frank Wedekind, with book and lyrics by Steven Sater and music by Duncan Sheik.
Photos: The Great Work Begins! First Look at ANGELS IN AMERICA: MILLENNIUM APPROACHESby Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(3/21/2019) - Tony Kushner's Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play 'Angels in America: Millennium Approaches,' the first of two plays, opens tonight at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium in Makati City (4th Floor, Tower II, RCBC Plaza, 6819 Ayala Ave., Makati).
PHOTOS: Promo Shots for ANGELS IN AMERICA: MILLENNIUM APPROACHES; Show Opens Mar. 22by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(3/14/2019) - To kick off its 20th anniversary, Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group is proud to be mounting the Manila production of Tony Kushner's ANGELS IN AMERICA: MILLENNIUM APPROACHES with some of the most critically-acclaimed Filipino actors: Art Acuna as Roy Cohn, Pinky Amador as the Angel, Angeli Bayani as Harper Pitt, Topper Fabregas as Prior Walter, Cherie Gil as Hannah Pitt, Nelsito Gomez as Louis Ironson, Andoy Ranay as Belize, and Markki Stroem as Joe Pitt.
PHOTOS: Get a First Look at NOLI ME TANGERE, THE OPERA 2019!by Oliver Oliveros - Opera
(3/6/2019) - The Philippines' first full-length opera, National Artists Guillermo Tolentino and Felipe Padilla De Leon's most beloved 1957 opera, 'Noli Me Tangere' (Huwag Mo Salangin/Touch Me Not) returns to the Cultural Center of the Philippines' (CCP) main theatre, Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo, from March 8-10, 2019.
EXCLUSIVE: First Look at the Scenic Design of NOLI ME TANGERE, THE OPERA 2019by Oliver Oliveros - Opera
(3/4/2019) - For more than 25 years, Jerry Sibal, New York-based event stylist-theatrical producer, has been creating magical settings, corporate retreats, charity balls, and opera premieres in the Northeastern United States and in Asia, particularly in Macau and the Philippines.
PHOTOS: First Look at The New World Tour of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERAby Mark Francis Parallag - Philippines
(2/26/2019) - Excerpts from some of the much awaited musical numbers from the new world tour production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'The Phantom of the Opera,' which kicked off last Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at The Theatre at Solaire in Paranaque City, have been unveiled to local newsgroups.
Meet the Cast of 2019 NOLI ME TANGERE, THE OPERA; Two Weeks Till Opening Night!by Oliver Oliveros - Opera
(2/24/2019) - The Philippines' first full-length opera, National Artists Guillermo Tolentino and Felipe Padilla De Leon's most beloved 1957 opera, 'Noli Me Tangere' (Huwag Mo Salangin/Touch Me Not) returns to the Cultural Center of the Philippines' (CCP) main theatre, Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo, from March 8-10, 2019.
Photo Flash: Get a First Look at Repertory Philippines' New Production of MIONGby Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(2/17/2019) - Was Emilio 'Miong' Aguinaldo, the first president of the Philippines, a hero or a traitor?
Photos: NOLI ME TANGERE, The Opera To Be Staged Again at the CCP, 3/8-10by Carla Delgado - Opera
(2/8/2019) - For the 50th-anniversary celebration of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), the country's first full-length opera, 'Noli Me Tangere, The Opera' will be staged on March 8-10, 2019, at CCP's Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo.
In Rehearsal: Touring the Original THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA For the Very First Timeby Jory Rivera - Philippines
(2/1/2019) - When the new world tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber's behemoth, 'The Phantom of the Opera,' kicks off in Manila, Philippines this February 20, 2019, the production will transport you back to the original London production (still playing!), which opened at Her Majesty's Theatre on October 9, 1986.
Photo Flash: A New Musical Explores the History of Marikina Cityby Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(2/1/2019) - Teatro ni Juan, Marikina City's premier community theater group, draws its 11th theatrical season to a close with "Ang Pagsalubong sa Apatnapu," a new musical that envisions anew the true events that transpired in the city in the early '40s.
Photo Coverage: EVERY BRILLIANT THING's Teresa Herrera Banters With the Audienceby Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(1/22/2019) - Co-producers The Sandbox Collective and 9 Works Theatrical recently gave a preview of their new play, Duncan Macmillan's 'Every Brilliant Thing,' a stripped-down one-woman show that tackles mental illness in a real, funny, and poignant manner--with the help from an active audience.
Photos: MIONG Promo Shots Released! Show Opens Feb. 15by Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(1/21/2019) - Repertory Philippines (REP) is bringing back one of its acclaimed original musicals 'Miong,' which tells the story of Emilio 'Miong' Aguinaldo, the first president of the Philippines (1899-1901), who embarks on a mission to unite the Filipino people during a time of social division.
Photos: Take A First Look at the World Premiere of NIA AND ANWAR AND THE WHALE SHARK TALEby Oliver Oliveros - Philippines
(12/2/2018) - The spotty thunderstorms on the evening of December 1, 2018, failed to deter the crowds from leaving the Gloria's Fantasyland's open-air theatre where the new Filipino musical, 'Nia And Anwar And The Whale Shark Tale,' was performed before the general public for the very first time.
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