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Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards
by BWW Awards - January 16, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Make Manila Premiere This July
by Oliver Oliveros - January 06, 2026
The gates to the world's most famous chocolate factory are finally opening in Manila! 
Married Couple Nyoy Volante And Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante To Star In INTO THE WOODS at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2026
Married performers Nyoy Volante and Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante will star opposite one another in the Philippine production of Into the Woods. Theatre Group Asia announced on February 7 that the couple will portray the Baker and the Baker’s Wife in the upcoming staging.
LES MISÉRABLES: WORLD TOUR SPECTACULAR Comes to The Theatre at Solaire in January
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2025
The internationally acclaimed musical Les Misérables: The World Tour Spectacular will open in Manila on Jan. 20, 2026, with a run through March 1 at The Theatre at Solaire in Parañaque City.
In 2025, Filipinos Continue to Shine on Global Stages
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - December 30, 2025
The 2025 season will forever be marked by three historic Tony Awards, cementing Filipino artists at the pinnacle of theatrical achievement. Broadway became more vibrant, more resonant, and more alive than ever, thanks to a new wave of Filipino artists who brought not only extraordinary talent and charisma but a great, unshakable pride in their heritage.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards; HAPHOW THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Transcends the Typical Holiday Musical
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - December 17, 2025
Rockwell’s Proscenium Theater has officially made its mark on the local arts scene with a bold statement of ambition. Kicking off its inaugural season with not one, but two major musicals, the venue quickly establishes itself as a cultural landmark for Filipino theater.
Review: SHREK is a Triumph of Filipino Artistry, Skill, and Theatrical Vision
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - December 13, 2025
Newport Performing Arts Theater has been transformed into a fantastical swamp teeming with color, laughter, and heart.
Photos: First Look at Cebu's Queer Musical HOOK UP, Tackling HIV Awareness
by Oliver Oliveros - November 29, 2025
Jude Gitamondoc's new original Filipino queer musical, 'Hook Up, The Musical,' which boldly explores themes of connection, identity, and loneliness while explicitly advocating for HIV awareness, concludes its limited run today, Nov. 30, 2025, at the Capitol Social Hall.
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards
by BWW Awards - November 24, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Video: BRING IT ON Cebu Teases 'What I Was Born to Do'
by Oliver Oliveros - November 23, 2025
'Bring It On: The Musical,' based on the film about competitive cheerleading, featuring music by Tony winners Tom Kitt and Lin-Manuel Miranda, will make its Cebu premiere this weekend, November 28-29, 2025, at the Saint Theresa's College of Cebu Auditorium, at 7 p.m.
Lea Salonga's Son Joins Philippines SPRING AWAKENING
by Gillian Blum - November 16, 2025
The Sandbox Collective announced the cast for its production of Spring Awakening in the Philippines, including Lea Salonga's son Nic Chien as Moritz, with Omar Uddin as his alternate.
Photos: First Look at SHREK at the Newport Performing Arts Theatre
by Oliver Oliveros - November 12, 2025
Newport World Resorts’ production of 'Shrek the Musical,' based on the Dreamworks animated film, has officially launched with a sold-out opening weekend and delighted audiences on its official gala night.
Exclusive: Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, Zachary Pang Talk KIMBERLY AKIMBO
by Oliver Oliveros - November 01, 2025
'Kimberly Akimbo,' featuring the engaging music by Jeanine Tesori and lyrics and book by David Lindsay-Abaire, is not your ordinary musical.
Olivier Award Winner JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR to Play in Manila
by Oliver Oliveros - October 30, 2025
The acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning revival of 'Jesus Christ Superstar' from Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre will make its Manila debut at The Theatre at Solaire from May 2 to 24, 2026.
Last Chance To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards
by BWW Awards - October 27, 2025
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Solaire Rings in 2026 with Lea Salonga, Raymond Lauchengco
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - October 23, 2025
Join Lea Salonga and Raymond Lauchengco for 'Symphony of the Stars' at Solaire on Dec 31. Enjoy a night of music and elegance!
Conrad Ricamora Will Lead A CHORUS LINE in the Philippines
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2025
Conrad Ricamora will make his Philippine stage debut in A Chorus Line next year! Performances will run in March 2026 at Samsung Performing Arts Theater. Ricamora will take on the role of Zach.
Review: KISS OF THE SPIDERWOMAN Confidently Harnesses the Language of Film
by Oliver Oliveros - October 14, 2025
In 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman,' which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, movie musical veteran Bill Condon reimagines it, with additional songs from the pre-Broadway production.
Final Weeks To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards
by BWW Awards - October 14, 2025
Time is running out to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Critically Acclaimed Twin Bill DEDMA Returns to the Stage
by Oliver Oliveros - October 12, 2025
Following its celebrated run, Theatre Titas' critically acclaimed twin bill, 'Dedma,' is returning to the Mirror Studio in Poblacion, Makati City, from October 17-26, 2025.
Review: REP’s ALICE IN WONDERLAND is Lively, Polished Retelling of Lewis Carroll’s Classic
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - October 08, 2025
Repertory Philippines’ latest Theater for Young Audiences (RTYA) production, 'Alice in Wonderland,' is a lively and polished retelling of Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic—one that balances spectacle with sincerity.
Review: THE BODYGUARD THE MUSICAL Launches Rockwell’s Proscenium Theater in Spectacular Style
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - October 01, 2025
Rockwell’s Proscenium Theater makes its grand debut, heralding not just a new stage but a hub for immersive, unforgettable theatrical experiences in the heart of Metro Manila.
BroadwayWorld My Shows Announces Badges & Points While Celebrating First 10K Reviews
by BWW Staff - October 01, 2025
BroadwayWorld announced today that its new My Shows platform has surpassed 10,000 user reviews since its launch. The milestone highlights rapid adoption of the service, which allows theater fans to log shows, track their theatergoing history, and share reviews with the BroadwayWorld community.
PIVOT! THE FRIENDS EXPERIENCE Makes Asian Debut in Manila
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - September 30, 2025
Could we be any more excited? This October, Filipino fans will finally have the opportunity to step through the iconic purple door as the world-renowned THE FRIENDS EXPERIENCE makes its long-awaited Asian debut in Manila.

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The Lumineers, The Automatic Asia Tour
New Frontier Theater (1/26 - 1/27)
A Chorus Line
Samsung Performing Arts Theater (3/12 - 3/29)
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
The Theatre At Solaire (5/2 - 5/24)
Lang Lang Live In Manila
The Proscenium Theater (1/30 - 1/30)
Legacy
The Proscenium Theater (1/25 - 1/25)
The MSO 100th Anniversary Concert
Samsung Performing Arts Theater (1/22 - 1/22)
PEABO BRYSON - The Golden Touch Tour
The Theatre At Solaire (3/8 - 3/8)
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