Darren Espanto Covers 'Top of the World' from LYLE, LYLE, CROCODILE
by Oliver Oliveros - October 12, 2022
Filipino-Canadian singer-actor Darren Espanto does a cover song of Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Joriah Kwame’s “Top of the World” from the live-action and animation hybrid film “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile,” which is screening now in the Philippines.
by Oliver Oliveros - October 12, 2022
Filipino-Canadian singer-actor Darren Espanto does a cover song of Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Joriah Kwame’s “Top of the World” from the live-action and animation hybrid film “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile,” which is screening now in the Philippines.
Submit Nominations For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards Before October 31st
by BWW Awards - October 12, 2022
There's still time left to submit nominations for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards before the deadline at 11:59 PM ET on October 31st!
by BWW Awards - October 12, 2022
There's still time left to submit nominations for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards before the deadline at 11:59 PM ET on October 31st!
13th OF SEPTEMBER Tours Anew, this Time in Germany
by Oliver Oliveros - October 10, 2022
Be Our Guest Theatricals Philippines, led by artist-teacher Riki Benedicto, is at it again: bringing '13th of September,' a Filipino adaptation of Lanie Robertson’s 'The Insanity of Mary Girard,' to international audiences. Following its pre-pandemic performances at the 9th Festival International de Theatre De Mont-Laurier, in Quebec, Canada, '13th of September' is set to debut at the touring edition of Theaterwelten in Esslingen, Germany, on Oct. 15, 2022.
by Oliver Oliveros - October 10, 2022
Be Our Guest Theatricals Philippines, led by artist-teacher Riki Benedicto, is at it again: bringing '13th of September,' a Filipino adaptation of Lanie Robertson’s 'The Insanity of Mary Girard,' to international audiences. Following its pre-pandemic performances at the 9th Festival International de Theatre De Mont-Laurier, in Quebec, Canada, '13th of September' is set to debut at the touring edition of Theaterwelten in Esslingen, Germany, on Oct. 15, 2022.
Review: Uplifting, Harrowing Tales from Mindanao
by Oliver Oliveros - October 03, 2022
To say 'Anak Datu' is immensely personal and political is an understatement, and the uninitiated ticket buyer could find it rather deceitful at first. Pre-opening, TP’s marketers were masquerading the production as a play with music told in multi-universes than a multi-layered creative protest at the past Marcos Sr. regime.
by Oliver Oliveros - October 03, 2022
To say 'Anak Datu' is immensely personal and political is an understatement, and the uninitiated ticket buyer could find it rather deceitful at first. Pre-opening, TP’s marketers were masquerading the production as a play with music told in multi-universes than a multi-layered creative protest at the past Marcos Sr. regime.
WE WILL ROCK YOU World Tour Cast Announced
by Oliver Oliveros - September 28, 2022
South African performers Nicole Fernandes (Scaramouche), Stuart Brown (Galileo), Londiwe Dhlomo (Killer Queen), Craig Urbani (Khashoggi), Tiaan Rautenbach (Buddy), Richard Gau (Brit), and Danelle Cronje (Oz) are set to star in the brand-new production of Queen and Ben Elton’s rock musical 'We Will Rock You.'
by Oliver Oliveros - September 28, 2022
South African performers Nicole Fernandes (Scaramouche), Stuart Brown (Galileo), Londiwe Dhlomo (Killer Queen), Craig Urbani (Khashoggi), Tiaan Rautenbach (Buddy), Richard Gau (Brit), and Danelle Cronje (Oz) are set to star in the brand-new production of Queen and Ben Elton’s rock musical 'We Will Rock You.'
'OktoberTheaterFest' AT SHORTS & BRIEFS 8
by Oliver Oliveros - September 27, 2022
For the eighth time, Eksena PH, a community of artists and creators, is back with 'Shorts & Briefs,' an independently-produced theater festival that features 10-12 minute plays.
by Oliver Oliveros - September 27, 2022
For the eighth time, Eksena PH, a community of artists and creators, is back with 'Shorts & Briefs,' an independently-produced theater festival that features 10-12 minute plays.
I WILL: THE MUSICAL Has its Premiere at Manila Metropolitan Theater Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
The bio-musical, which aims to inspire the youth to reach their dreams, is set to hold a gala premiere at the newly-reopened Manila Metropolitan Theater on October 14, which also kicks off a school tour in October until November.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
The bio-musical, which aims to inspire the youth to reach their dreams, is set to hold a gala premiere at the newly-reopened Manila Metropolitan Theater on October 14, which also kicks off a school tour in October until November.
Watch for a Postmodern Take on CAROUSEL, Starring Gian Magdangal, Karylle Tatlonghari
by Oliver Oliveros - September 12, 2022
Stage director Toff De Venecia is toying at a postmodern take on Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic 'Carousel,' which is widely known for its 'reinvention' of what the Broadway musical should be in 1945, along with its beloved songs 'You’ll Never Walk Alone,' 'If I Loved You,' and 'June is Bustin’ Out All Over.'
by Oliver Oliveros - September 12, 2022
Stage director Toff De Venecia is toying at a postmodern take on Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic 'Carousel,' which is widely known for its 'reinvention' of what the Broadway musical should be in 1945, along with its beloved songs 'You’ll Never Walk Alone,' 'If I Loved You,' and 'June is Bustin’ Out All Over.'
TP's ANAK DATU Opens CCP's New Black Box Theatre
by Oliver Oliveros - September 11, 2022
Tanghalang Pilipino’s stage adaptation of National artist Abdulmari Imao’s short story published in 1972, 'Anak Datu,' marks the public opening of the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ newly launched black box theatre, the Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez, which shall also serve as the CCP’s temporary performance venue while the main building is being renovated in the next three years.
by Oliver Oliveros - September 11, 2022
Tanghalang Pilipino’s stage adaptation of National artist Abdulmari Imao’s short story published in 1972, 'Anak Datu,' marks the public opening of the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ newly launched black box theatre, the Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez, which shall also serve as the CCP’s temporary performance venue while the main building is being renovated in the next three years.
I WILL: THE MUSICAL Will Present Gala Premiere at Manila Metropolitan Theater Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2022
The bio-musical, which aims to inspire the youth to reach their dreams, is set to hold a gala premiere at the newly-reopened Manila Metropolitan Theater on October 14, which also kicks off a school tour in October until November.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2022
The bio-musical, which aims to inspire the youth to reach their dreams, is set to hold a gala premiere at the newly-reopened Manila Metropolitan Theater on October 14, which also kicks off a school tour in October until November.
Nominations Open For 2022 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards
by BWW Awards - September 06, 2022
Nominations are now open for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! The 2022 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
by BWW Awards - September 06, 2022
Nominations are now open for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! The 2022 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
MULA SA BUWAN Has Killer Song Hooks, Melodies, and Lyrics
by Oliver Oliveros - August 29, 2022
True to its original form, the zarzuela, 'Mula Sa Buwan,' whose original title 'Cyrano: Isang Sarswela,' fuses songs, dances, romance, and revolutionary overtones, which, in essence, is immensely faithful to its main inspiration, Edmond Rostand’s 1897 French play Cyrano de Bergerac, more specifically its 1955 Filipino adaptation by Soc Rodrigo--but this time set during the Japanese Occupation of the Philippines.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 29, 2022
True to its original form, the zarzuela, 'Mula Sa Buwan,' whose original title 'Cyrano: Isang Sarswela,' fuses songs, dances, romance, and revolutionary overtones, which, in essence, is immensely faithful to its main inspiration, Edmond Rostand’s 1897 French play Cyrano de Bergerac, more specifically its 1955 Filipino adaptation by Soc Rodrigo--but this time set during the Japanese Occupation of the Philippines.
Markki Stroem Can't Wait to Tell the Magical Story of MULA SA BUWAN
by Jude Cartalaba - August 21, 2022
Markki Stroem stars as Christian, a cadet, in the restaging of an original Filipino musical, 'Mula Sa Buwan,' based on Edmond Rostand's timeless classic Cyrano de Bergerac. The musical runs onstage at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater at Circuit Makati beginning August 26 till September 11, 2022.
by Jude Cartalaba - August 21, 2022
Markki Stroem stars as Christian, a cadet, in the restaging of an original Filipino musical, 'Mula Sa Buwan,' based on Edmond Rostand's timeless classic Cyrano de Bergerac. The musical runs onstage at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater at Circuit Makati beginning August 26 till September 11, 2022.
Video: Watch and Dine at PSF's Bar Theater
by Oliver Oliveros - August 13, 2022
Although in many theatrical venues here and abroad, eating and drinking are only allowed during the intermission, and at a designated location at the back, there are also instances where eating and drinking are even encouraged, such as inside bar theaters.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 13, 2022
Although in many theatrical venues here and abroad, eating and drinking are only allowed during the intermission, and at a designated location at the back, there are also instances where eating and drinking are even encouraged, such as inside bar theaters.
I WILL: THE MUSICAL Holds Gala Premiere at Manila Metropolitan Theater, Oct. 14
by Oliver Oliveros - August 08, 2022
The bio-musical, which aims to inspire the youth to reach their dreams, is set to hold a gala premiere at the newly-reopened Manila Metropolitan Theater on October 14, which also kicks off a school tour in October until November.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 08, 2022
The bio-musical, which aims to inspire the youth to reach their dreams, is set to hold a gala premiere at the newly-reopened Manila Metropolitan Theater on October 14, which also kicks off a school tour in October until November.
Maiba 18 Productions is Now Presenting DOC ANNA...LET'S KILL THIS LAB
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2022
Doc Anna...Let’s Kill This Lab is a play written by acclaimed playwright, Dr. Layeta Bucoy, for her dissertation on nanotechnology and relating it to human action. Inspired by a study on the use of nanotechnology to address water contamination, this play examines and reveals the motives that drive human behavior.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2022
Doc Anna...Let’s Kill This Lab is a play written by acclaimed playwright, Dr. Layeta Bucoy, for her dissertation on nanotechnology and relating it to human action. Inspired by a study on the use of nanotechnology to address water contamination, this play examines and reveals the motives that drive human behavior.
Maiba 18 Productions Explores Nanoscience and Politics in New Play
by Oliver Oliveros - July 25, 2022
The De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde’s Theater Arts Program Batch 118, which produces plays via its production outfit, Maiba 18 Productions, runs acclaimed playwright Dr. Layeta Bucoy’s play 'Doc Anna…Let’s Kill This Lab!' Inspired by Dr. Bucoy’s dissertation on nanotechnology, this student production, directed by Tuxqs Rutaquio, streams on Ticket2me.net from July 29 to August 12, 2022.
by Oliver Oliveros - July 25, 2022
The De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde’s Theater Arts Program Batch 118, which produces plays via its production outfit, Maiba 18 Productions, runs acclaimed playwright Dr. Layeta Bucoy’s play 'Doc Anna…Let’s Kill This Lab!' Inspired by Dr. Bucoy’s dissertation on nanotechnology, this student production, directed by Tuxqs Rutaquio, streams on Ticket2me.net from July 29 to August 12, 2022.
Gary Valenciano Says Yes to Play Jacob: 'It's Time'
by Jude Cartalaba - July 21, 2022
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.
by Jude Cartalaba - July 21, 2022
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.
Broadway Theatre Designers Help Build 1,520-seater Performance Hall in the Philippines
by Oliver Oliveros - July 15, 2022
As the city is slowly revitalizing its night entertainment landscape that shut down during the pandemic, Ayala Land Inc. unveils its grandest performance space yet, the 10-story, 1,520-seater Samsung Performing Arts Theater, which has recently opened its doors.
by Oliver Oliveros - July 15, 2022
As the city is slowly revitalizing its night entertainment landscape that shut down during the pandemic, Ayala Land Inc. unveils its grandest performance space yet, the 10-story, 1,520-seater Samsung Performing Arts Theater, which has recently opened its doors.
SPIT Celebrates 20th-Anniversary at Power Mac Spotlight Center, July 9
by Oliver Oliveros - July 05, 2022
Third World Improv, a performing arts school focused on improvisational theater methods, honors its pioneering leaders from the Silly People’s Improv Theatre via 'BenteBulous,' SPIT’s 20th-anniversary show.
by Oliver Oliveros - July 05, 2022
Third World Improv, a performing arts school focused on improvisational theater methods, honors its pioneering leaders from the Silly People’s Improv Theatre via 'BenteBulous,' SPIT’s 20th-anniversary show.
VIDEO: Excerpts from PSF's Bar Theater Every Saturday Night
by Oliver Oliveros - June 28, 2022
Live performances, more specifically in-person theatrical productions, are slowly making their transformative presence felt once again, which was practically nil during the onslaught of the pandemic. One of these early curtain-raisers is the Philippine Stagers Foundation’s string of short plays on Saturday nights, which have launched both the theater group’s bar theater concept and a black box theatre venue located in the heart of Sampaloc, Manila.
by Oliver Oliveros - June 28, 2022
Live performances, more specifically in-person theatrical productions, are slowly making their transformative presence felt once again, which was practically nil during the onslaught of the pandemic. One of these early curtain-raisers is the Philippine Stagers Foundation’s string of short plays on Saturday nights, which have launched both the theater group’s bar theater concept and a black box theatre venue located in the heart of Sampaloc, Manila.
Jeepney Dialogues: Teatro 77 Streams Online Play PARA, June 26
by Oliver Oliveros - June 22, 2022
Teatro 77, a production collective of Filipino artists aiming to capture today’s realities via unconventional means, premieres the online play 'Para,' a fourth in a series of digital productions, on June 26. It streams on YouTube and Facebook.
by Oliver Oliveros - June 22, 2022
Teatro 77, a production collective of Filipino artists aiming to capture today’s realities via unconventional means, premieres the online play 'Para,' a fourth in a series of digital productions, on June 26. It streams on YouTube and Facebook.
BAYAN BAYANAN: LETTERS FROM HOME Comes to The Cultural Center of the Philippines Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2022
The Cultural Center of the Philippines in cooperation with Erehwon Center for the Arts presents Bayan Bayanan: Letters from Home, the much-loved classic play of the late, celebrated playwright Bienvenido Noriega, Jr. transformed into a musical by the intensely creative director of Philippine theatre, Dr. Anton Juan.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2022
The Cultural Center of the Philippines in cooperation with Erehwon Center for the Arts presents Bayan Bayanan: Letters from Home, the much-loved classic play of the late, celebrated playwright Bienvenido Noriega, Jr. transformed into a musical by the intensely creative director of Philippine theatre, Dr. Anton Juan.
MARTIN NIEVERA LIVE AGAIN! Comes to The Theatre at Solaire This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2022
Live events are back at The Theatre at Solaire in a big way with MARTIN NIEVERA LIVE AGAIN! This concert will benefit Rotary Club of Makati West's 'Gift of Life Charity', which provides free heart operations to poor children with congenital heart diseases.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2022
Live events are back at The Theatre at Solaire in a big way with MARTIN NIEVERA LIVE AGAIN! This concert will benefit Rotary Club of Makati West's 'Gift of Life Charity', which provides free heart operations to poor children with congenital heart diseases.
JOSEPH THE DREAMER Comes to the Philippines Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
Trumpets, the country’s first professional Christian theater company is making a comeback with the return of its longest running musical “Joseph the Dreamer” featuring TV and recording star, Sam Concepcion in the title role.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
Trumpets, the country’s first professional Christian theater company is making a comeback with the return of its longest running musical “Joseph the Dreamer” featuring TV and recording star, Sam Concepcion in the title role.
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