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13th OF SEPTEMBER Tours Anew, this Time in Germany

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.
Review: Uplifting, Harrowing Tales from Mindanao

Review: Uplifting, Harrowing Tales from Mindanao

by Oliver Oliveros — October 3, 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.
WE WILL ROCK YOU World Tour Cast Announced

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
'OktoberTheaterFest' AT SHORTS & BRIEFS 8

'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.
I WILL: THE MUSICAL Has its Premiere at Manila Metropolitan Theater Next Month

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.
Watch for a Postmodern Take on CAROUSEL, Starring Gian Magdangal, Karylle Tatlonghari

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
TP's ANAK DATU Opens CCP's New Black Box Theatre

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 tem
I WILL: THE MUSICAL Will Present Gala Premiere at Manila Metropolitan Theater Next Mo

I WILL: THE MUSICAL Will Present Gala Premiere at Manila Metropolitan Theater Next Month

by BWW News Desk — September 8, 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

Nominations Open For 2022 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards

by BWW Awards — September 6, 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

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 specifica
Markki Stroem Can't Wait to Tell the Magical Story of MULA SA BUWAN

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.
Video: Watch and Dine at PSF's Bar Theater

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.
I WILL: THE MUSICAL Holds Gala Premiere at Manila Metropolitan Theater, Oct. 14

I WILL: THE MUSICAL Holds Gala Premiere at Manila Metropolitan Theater, Oct. 14

by Oliver Oliveros — August 8, 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

Maiba 18 Productions is Now Presenting DOC ANNA...LET'S KILL THIS LAB

by BWW News Desk — August 5, 2022
Doc Anna.
Maiba 18 Productions Explores Nanoscience and Politics in New Play

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

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.
Broadway Theatre Designers Help Build 1,520-seater Performance Hall in the Philippine

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.
SPIT Celebrates 20th-Anniversary at Power Mac Spotlight Center, July 9

SPIT Celebrates 20th-Anniversary at Power Mac Spotlight Center, July 9

by Oliver Oliveros — July 5, 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

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.
Jeepney Dialogues: Teatro 77 Streams Online Play PARA, June 26

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.
BAYAN BAYANAN: LETTERS FROM HOME Comes to The Cultural Center of the Philippines Next

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.
MARTIN NIEVERA LIVE AGAIN! Comes to The Theatre at Solaire This Month

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.
JOSEPH THE DREAMER Comes to the Philippines Next Month

JOSEPH THE DREAMER Comes to the Philippines Next Month

by BWW News Desk — June 6, 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.
WE WILL ROCK YOU, a Newly-Reimagined Production, Premieres in Manila

WE WILL ROCK YOU, a Newly-Reimagined Production, Premieres in Manila

by Oliver Oliveros — June 1, 2022
GMG Productions and Selladoor Worldwide have just announced that a brand new, reimagined production of the Olivier Award-winning jukebox musical “We Will Rock You,” featuring the British rock band Queen’s timeless songs, will premiere in Manila, ahead of any other cities, in October 2022.
Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas and UP Playwrights' Theater Presents NANA ROSA

Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas and UP Playwrights' Theater Presents NANA ROSA

by BWW News Desk — May 20, 2022
Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas and UP Playwrights’ Theater of the UP Department of Speech Communication and Theatre Arts (DSCTA) present Kasama, Kaisa, Karamay featuring Rody Vera’s Nana Rosa under the direction of José Estrella.

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