Review: LIWANAG SA DILIM, Take It or Leave It
by Jude Cartalaba - April 29, 2025
It isn't much about deconstructing Dr. Jose Rizal’s deemed subversive novels, but how laudable 9 Works Theatrical’s bold decision to retell mainly Rizal’s 'Noli Me Tangere’s' enduring characters’ origins, probable untold stories, and everything in between.
by Jude Cartalaba - April 29, 2025
It isn't much about deconstructing Dr. Jose Rizal’s deemed subversive novels, but how laudable 9 Works Theatrical’s bold decision to retell mainly Rizal’s 'Noli Me Tangere’s' enduring characters’ origins, probable untold stories, and everything in between.
Nelsito Gomez’s IN THE EYES OF THE PEOPLE Makes World Premiere
by Oliver Oliveros - April 24, 2025
Cast PH (Company of Actors in Streamlined Theatre) and Mad Child Productions are co-producing young actor-director Nelsito Gomez’s adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s 'An Enemy of the People.'
by Oliver Oliveros - April 24, 2025
Cast PH (Company of Actors in Streamlined Theatre) and Mad Child Productions are co-producing young actor-director Nelsito Gomez’s adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s 'An Enemy of the People.'
NCCA, CCP to Honor Late National Artist Nora Aunor
by Oliver Oliveros - April 21, 2025
The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) have set a necrological service for the late National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts, Nora Aunor. The event will happen at the Manila Metropolitan Theatre tomorrow, April 22, 2025, starting at 8:30 a.m.
by Oliver Oliveros - April 21, 2025
The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) have set a necrological service for the late National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts, Nora Aunor. The event will happen at the Manila Metropolitan Theatre tomorrow, April 22, 2025, starting at 8:30 a.m.
LIWANAG SA DILIM Extends Until May 4; Check Out Show Photos
by Oliver Oliveros - April 16, 2025
Original Filipino musical 'Liwanag sa Dilim,' featuring the music of singer-songwriter Rico Blanco, extends its run at Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, Makati City, until May 4, 2025.
by Oliver Oliveros - April 16, 2025
Original Filipino musical 'Liwanag sa Dilim,' featuring the music of singer-songwriter Rico Blanco, extends its run at Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, Makati City, until May 4, 2025.
YAKAP NG KRUS, Isang Musikal Plays In Batangas City, April 12-16
by Oliver Oliveros - April 09, 2025
Five parishes from the Archdiocese of Lipa, together with the Provincial Tourism and Cultural Affairs Office, will stage 'Yakap ng Krus, Isang Musikal,' a reimagining of the Senakulo, a Lenten play that reenacts the passion and death of Jesus Christ.
by Oliver Oliveros - April 09, 2025
Five parishes from the Archdiocese of Lipa, together with the Provincial Tourism and Cultural Affairs Office, will stage 'Yakap ng Krus, Isang Musikal,' a reimagining of the Senakulo, a Lenten play that reenacts the passion and death of Jesus Christ.
PILATO Asks: What’s the Truth Amid Misinformation?
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - April 02, 2025
'Ano ba ang katotohanan?' This is the heartbeat of 'Pilato,' an all-original Filipino musical set to captivate audiences today, where misinformation spreads faster than light, and truth seemingly wears many faces.
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - April 02, 2025
'Ano ba ang katotohanan?' This is the heartbeat of 'Pilato,' an all-original Filipino musical set to captivate audiences today, where misinformation spreads faster than light, and truth seemingly wears many faces.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN to Premiere in the Philippines
by Oliver Oliveros - March 27, 2025
Crowd favorite 'Dear Evan Hansen,' the Tony Award-winning musical by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, is finally premiering in Manila in September 2025. DEH will play at The Theatre at Solaire, featuring the UK touring company.
by Oliver Oliveros - March 27, 2025
Crowd favorite 'Dear Evan Hansen,' the Tony Award-winning musical by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, is finally premiering in Manila in September 2025. DEH will play at The Theatre at Solaire, featuring the UK touring company.
FEU Dance Concert Explores the ‘Unseen’
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - March 27, 2025
The Far Eastern University (FEU) Dance Company stages its annual major concert titled “FRAMES: Elevating the Unseen' at the FEU Auditorium from March 28 to 29 at 6 p.m.
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - March 27, 2025
The Far Eastern University (FEU) Dance Company stages its annual major concert titled “FRAMES: Elevating the Unseen' at the FEU Auditorium from March 28 to 29 at 6 p.m.
DEDMA Explores Power Dynamics, Unmasked Identities
by Oliver Oliveros - March 21, 2025
Theatre Titas returns to producing intimate theater via an original twin bill, 'Dedma,' written by its co-founder Chelsie Galvez-Carino. The production, featuring two one-act plays, “Let’s Do Lunch” and “The Foxtrot,” runs at the Mirror Studio Theatre 2 from March 28 to April 13, 2025.
by Oliver Oliveros - March 21, 2025
Theatre Titas returns to producing intimate theater via an original twin bill, 'Dedma,' written by its co-founder Chelsie Galvez-Carino. The production, featuring two one-act plays, “Let’s Do Lunch” and “The Foxtrot,” runs at the Mirror Studio Theatre 2 from March 28 to April 13, 2025.
REP Stages Yasmina Reza’s ART; Expands The Bridge Project
by Oliver Oliveros - March 11, 2025
Part of its 88th season, Repertory Philippines (REP) is staging French playwright Yasmina Reza’s comedy 'Art,' translated by Christopher Hampton and directed by Victor Lirio, who also directed Harold Pinter’s 'Betrayal' last season. The production runs at the REP Eastwood Theatre in Quezon City from June 13 to 21, 2025.
by Oliver Oliveros - March 11, 2025
Part of its 88th season, Repertory Philippines (REP) is staging French playwright Yasmina Reza’s comedy 'Art,' translated by Christopher Hampton and directed by Victor Lirio, who also directed Harold Pinter’s 'Betrayal' last season. The production runs at the REP Eastwood Theatre in Quezon City from June 13 to 21, 2025.
ST. MICHAEL MASS Returns from March 22-23
by Oliver Oliveros - March 10, 2025
Presented by The Music School of Ryan Cayabyab (TMSRC), 'St. Michael Mass' fuses traditional mass hymns with contemporary Philippines’ commentary, which makes for a reflective theatrical experience.
by Oliver Oliveros - March 10, 2025
Presented by The Music School of Ryan Cayabyab (TMSRC), 'St. Michael Mass' fuses traditional mass hymns with contemporary Philippines’ commentary, which makes for a reflective theatrical experience.
INTO THE WOODS Starring Lea Salonga Extends Run in the Philippines
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
The production of Into The Woods in the Philippines will extend its run! The production, starring Lea Salonga, has added additional performances due to demand. Additional show dates will be revealed on March 14.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
The production of Into The Woods in the Philippines will extend its run! The production, starring Lea Salonga, has added additional performances due to demand. Additional show dates will be revealed on March 14.
ANINO SA LIKOD NG BUWAN: Sexy, Risky, and Timely
by Jude Cartalaba - March 06, 2025
Jun Robles Lana's 'Anino sa Likod ng Buwan,' directed by Gawad Buhay awardee Tuxqs Rutaquio, is perhaps one of the most-awaited original Filipino straight play revivals that would come as strikingly sexy and risky but timely production to open this year.
by Jude Cartalaba - March 06, 2025
Jun Robles Lana's 'Anino sa Likod ng Buwan,' directed by Gawad Buhay awardee Tuxqs Rutaquio, is perhaps one of the most-awaited original Filipino straight play revivals that would come as strikingly sexy and risky but timely production to open this year.
Review: NEXT TO NORMAL Breaks Your Heart Into Pieces
by Jude Cartalaba - February 22, 2025
Mental health a few years back wasn't something very alarming, but due to high rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide, it has become more and more a growing concern. In 2025, the staging of the 2008 American rock musical 'Next to Normal' (with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt) is indeed a timely move by The Sandbox Collective.
by Jude Cartalaba - February 22, 2025
Mental health a few years back wasn't something very alarming, but due to high rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide, it has become more and more a growing concern. In 2025, the staging of the 2008 American rock musical 'Next to Normal' (with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt) is indeed a timely move by The Sandbox Collective.
Enjoy an Intimate Evening with Vincent Rodriguez III at 12 Monkeys
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - February 20, 2025
Internationally recognized for his portrayal as Josh Chan on the CW’s Golden Globe Award and Emmy Award-winning comedy-drama series 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,' Vincent Rodriguez III is making his homecoming to the Philippines.
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - February 20, 2025
Internationally recognized for his portrayal as Josh Chan on the CW’s Golden Globe Award and Emmy Award-winning comedy-drama series 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,' Vincent Rodriguez III is making his homecoming to the Philippines.
COME FROM AWAY Heads to Manila in June 2025
by Oliver Oliveros - February 17, 2025
GMG Productions brings Broadway, West End, and homegrown talents on stage via the Philippine premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical 'Come From Away.'
by Oliver Oliveros - February 17, 2025
GMG Productions brings Broadway, West End, and homegrown talents on stage via the Philippine premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical 'Come From Away.'
Exclusive: Shiela Valderrama, Nikki Valdez Reflect on Diana Goodman
by Jude Cartalaba - February 11, 2025
Sexy, seemingly sharp Diana Goodman is one challenging character in 'Next to Normal,' which centers on a mother who struggles with worsening bipolar disorder and the effects of managing her illness on her family.
by Jude Cartalaba - February 11, 2025
Sexy, seemingly sharp Diana Goodman is one challenging character in 'Next to Normal,' which centers on a mother who struggles with worsening bipolar disorder and the effects of managing her illness on her family.
Nyoy and Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante Join INTO THE WOODS in the Philippines
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2025
Real-life couple Nyoy and Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante will take on the roles of The Baker and The Baker’s Wife in the upcoming production of Into The Woods in the Philippines! Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2025
Real-life couple Nyoy and Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante will take on the roles of The Baker and The Baker’s Wife in the upcoming production of Into The Woods in the Philippines! Learn more here!
Exclusive: Martin del Rosario Sharpens His Thespic Skills
by Jude Cartalaba - January 27, 2025
The 32-year-old Kapuso actor Martin del Rosario is making his professional debut onstage via 'Anino sa Likod ng Buwan,' a Bulwagang Gantimpala Playwriting Competition grand prize-winning piece by writer-filmmaker Jun Robles Lana.
by Jude Cartalaba - January 27, 2025
The 32-year-old Kapuso actor Martin del Rosario is making his professional debut onstage via 'Anino sa Likod ng Buwan,' a Bulwagang Gantimpala Playwriting Competition grand prize-winning piece by writer-filmmaker Jun Robles Lana.
Phi Palmos Leads DELIA D., A New Musical
by Oliver Oliveros - January 23, 2025
Newport World Resorts (NWR) premieres another original Filipino musical, 'Delia D,' featuring songs from Jonathan Manalo, songwriter, and music producer known for hit songs 'Gusto Ko Nang Bumitaw,' 'Pagbigyang Muli,' and 'Pinoy Ako.'
by Oliver Oliveros - January 23, 2025
Newport World Resorts (NWR) premieres another original Filipino musical, 'Delia D,' featuring songs from Jonathan Manalo, songwriter, and music producer known for hit songs 'Gusto Ko Nang Bumitaw,' 'Pagbigyang Muli,' and 'Pinoy Ako.'
Arielle Jacobs Will Star Alongside Lea Salonga in INTO THE WOODS in the Philippines
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2025
Arielle Jacobs has joined the cast of the upcoming production of Into The Woods in the Philippines, playing Cinderella. As previously announced, Lea Salonga will take on the role of The Witch.
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2025
Arielle Jacobs has joined the cast of the upcoming production of Into The Woods in the Philippines, playing Cinderella. As previously announced, Lea Salonga will take on the role of The Witch.
REP Kicks Off 88th Season with I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
by Oliver Oliveros - January 20, 2025
Repertory Philippines (REP), one of the leading forces in Philippine theater, has announced its 88th Season, which opens with 'I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change' (Feb. 20-March 9). Directed by Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, the romantic comedy premiered on the REP stage last year and is one of Off-Broadway’s longest-running musical revues.
by Oliver Oliveros - January 20, 2025
Repertory Philippines (REP), one of the leading forces in Philippine theater, has announced its 88th Season, which opens with 'I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change' (Feb. 20-March 9). Directed by Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, the romantic comedy premiered on the REP stage last year and is one of Off-Broadway’s longest-running musical revues.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards
by BWW Awards - January 17, 2025
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
by BWW Awards - January 17, 2025
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Acclaimed Play 3 UPUAN Returns to Arete, Feb. 1-13
by Oliver Oliveros - January 16, 2025
Starring JC Santos, Jojit Lorenzo, and Martha Comia, the acclaimed play '3 Upuan,' written and directed by Guelan Varela-Luarca, returns to Areté for a limited run in February 2025.
by Oliver Oliveros - January 16, 2025
Starring JC Santos, Jojit Lorenzo, and Martha Comia, the acclaimed play '3 Upuan,' written and directed by Guelan Varela-Luarca, returns to Areté for a limited run in February 2025.
Interview: Neomi Gonzales Leaps from Stage to Screen
by Jude Cartalaba - January 14, 2025
In the film 'Isang Himala,' directed by Pepe Diokno, actress Neomi Gonzales plays Chayong, the closest friend to faith healer Elsa. Portraying Chayong isn’t Gonzales' first time, though. She played the same role in a new 'Himala: Isang Musikal' production by The Sandbox Collective and 9 Works Theatrical in 2018.
by Jude Cartalaba - January 14, 2025
In the film 'Isang Himala,' directed by Pepe Diokno, actress Neomi Gonzales plays Chayong, the closest friend to faith healer Elsa. Portraying Chayong isn’t Gonzales' first time, though. She played the same role in a new 'Himala: Isang Musikal' production by The Sandbox Collective and 9 Works Theatrical in 2018.
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