Photo Exclusive: In Rehearsal with Ballet Philippines’ ANTING
by Oliver Oliveros - September 10, 2012
In its 43rd season, Ballet Philippines presents its second offering titled ANTING, based on preeminent Filipino dramatist Tony Perez's libretto, which explores mystical amulets and talismans that come from Filipino folklore, at the Cultural Center of the Philippines' little theater from Friday, September 14 to Sunday, September 16.
by Oliver Oliveros - September 10, 2012
In its 43rd season, Ballet Philippines presents its second offering titled ANTING, based on preeminent Filipino dramatist Tony Perez's libretto, which explores mystical amulets and talismans that come from Filipino folklore, at the Cultural Center of the Philippines' little theater from Friday, September 14 to Sunday, September 16.
Sponsor a Poor Child to See THE WIZARD OF OZ, 9/30
by Oliver Oliveros - September 09, 2012
Repertory Philippines (Rep), the country's premier English-speaking theater company, is looking for sponsors to take more than 250 poor children, who live in Cavite and Quezon City, to Rep's ongoing children's theater production, THE WIZARD OF OZ, at Onstage, 2/F Greenbelt One, Makati City on Tuesday, September 30 at 2:30 p.m.
by Oliver Oliveros - September 09, 2012
Repertory Philippines (Rep), the country's premier English-speaking theater company, is looking for sponsors to take more than 250 poor children, who live in Cavite and Quezon City, to Rep's ongoing children's theater production, THE WIZARD OF OZ, at Onstage, 2/F Greenbelt One, Makati City on Tuesday, September 30 at 2:30 p.m.
Jennifer Lopez to Stage One-Night-Only Concert in Manila, 11/26
by Oliver Oliveros - September 06, 2012
International pop superstar Jennifer Lopez aka J-Lo is off to Manila for a one-night-only performance at SM Mall of Asia Arena on November 26.
by Oliver Oliveros - September 06, 2012
International pop superstar Jennifer Lopez aka J-Lo is off to Manila for a one-night-only performance at SM Mall of Asia Arena on November 26.
Review Roundup: I DO BIDOO BIDOO, Starring Sam Concepcion, Tippy dos Santos
by Oliver Oliveros - September 05, 2012
Feature film production companies Unitel Productions ("Crying Ladies"), Studio 5 ("Rosario"), multi-award winning screenwriter, film director Chris Martinez ("The Woman in the Septic Tank," "100"), and prolific stage, television, and film music composer, arranger Vincent de Jesus ("Care Divas," "Crying Ladies") join forces to create the groundbreaking movie musical "I Do Bidoo Bidoo: Heto nAPO Sila," which explores four interwoven love stories inspired by 17 songs popularized by the APO Hiking Society, a trio made up of Original Pilipino Music (OPM)luminaries Jim Paredes, Boboy Garovillo, and Danny Javier.
by Oliver Oliveros - September 05, 2012
Feature film production companies Unitel Productions ("Crying Ladies"), Studio 5 ("Rosario"), multi-award winning screenwriter, film director Chris Martinez ("The Woman in the Septic Tank," "100"), and prolific stage, television, and film music composer, arranger Vincent de Jesus ("Care Divas," "Crying Ladies") join forces to create the groundbreaking movie musical "I Do Bidoo Bidoo: Heto nAPO Sila," which explores four interwoven love stories inspired by 17 songs popularized by the APO Hiking Society, a trio made up of Original Pilipino Music (OPM)luminaries Jim Paredes, Boboy Garovillo, and Danny Javier.
BWW Interviews: Sam Concepcion, Tippy Dos Santos Talk I DO BIDOO BIDOO, Secret Behind their Screen Chemistry & More!
by Oliver Oliveros - September 04, 2012
Sam Concepcion and Tippy Dos Santos, young thespians and mainstream entertainment stars, are relative newbies compared to their more experienced co-stars in the new movie musical I DO BIDOO BIDOO. However, Sam and Tippy's previous musical theater experience, extremely high level of professionalism, and unquestionable talent enable them to hold their own against the pressure from playing the lead roles in the film, which features the immortal songs of the APO Hiking Society, and now plays in cineplexes across the Philippines.
by Oliver Oliveros - September 04, 2012
Sam Concepcion and Tippy Dos Santos, young thespians and mainstream entertainment stars, are relative newbies compared to their more experienced co-stars in the new movie musical I DO BIDOO BIDOO. However, Sam and Tippy's previous musical theater experience, extremely high level of professionalism, and unquestionable talent enable them to hold their own against the pressure from playing the lead roles in the film, which features the immortal songs of the APO Hiking Society, and now plays in cineplexes across the Philippines.
BWW Reviews: I DO BIDOO BIDOO: Filipino Version of MAMMA MIA!
by Oliver Oliveros - September 03, 2012
Among the most memorable musical films that have featured international music icons's discography, ACROSS THE UNIVERSE(2007), which showcases the popular songs of The Beatles, and MAMMA MIA!(2008), which features the hit songs of ABBA, were instant favorites. On the local front, the Philippines has I DO BIDOO BIDOO: HETO nAPO SILA, which headlines the immortal songs of the legendary trio of the APO Hiking Society, comprised of Jim Paredes, Boboy Garovillo, and Danny Javier. Produced by film outfits Studio 5 and Unitel, and directed by Chris Martinez, I DO BIDOO BIDOO opened last Wednesday, August 29.
by Oliver Oliveros - September 03, 2012
Among the most memorable musical films that have featured international music icons's discography, ACROSS THE UNIVERSE(2007), which showcases the popular songs of The Beatles, and MAMMA MIA!(2008), which features the hit songs of ABBA, were instant favorites. On the local front, the Philippines has I DO BIDOO BIDOO: HETO nAPO SILA, which headlines the immortal songs of the legendary trio of the APO Hiking Society, comprised of Jim Paredes, Boboy Garovillo, and Danny Javier. Produced by film outfits Studio 5 and Unitel, and directed by Chris Martinez, I DO BIDOO BIDOO opened last Wednesday, August 29.
Review Roundup: POTTED POTTER in Manila
by Oliver Oliveros - September 01, 2012
How time flies! "Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience," a hit parody, starring British sitcom actors Gary Trainor and Jesse Briton, that condenses all seven "Harry Potter" books in 70 minutes, which opened last Tuesday, is closing today, September 2 at Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza in Makati City. So hurry up and catch the last two trains to "Hogwarts" at 5 and 7 p.m.
by Oliver Oliveros - September 01, 2012
How time flies! "Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience," a hit parody, starring British sitcom actors Gary Trainor and Jesse Briton, that condenses all seven "Harry Potter" books in 70 minutes, which opened last Tuesday, is closing today, September 2 at Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza in Makati City. So hurry up and catch the last two trains to "Hogwarts" at 5 and 7 p.m.
Domingo, Atadero Star in THE WOMAN IN BLACK Tonight, 8/31
by Oliver Oliveros - August 31, 2012
Jeremy Domingo and Reb Atadero will star in Dulaang Kalay's one-night-only production of Stephen Mallatratt's psychological period thriller, "The Woman in Black" (based on the novel of the same name by Susan Hill), at Teatrino, Promenade, Greenhills tonight, August 31.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 31, 2012
Jeremy Domingo and Reb Atadero will star in Dulaang Kalay's one-night-only production of Stephen Mallatratt's psychological period thriller, "The Woman in Black" (based on the novel of the same name by Susan Hill), at Teatrino, Promenade, Greenhills tonight, August 31.
Photo Coverage: On Stage with THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Manila
by Oliver Oliveros - August 29, 2012
Broadway's longest-running mega musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, which came on the heels of the international touring productions of CATS and MAMMA MIA! in Manila, finally made its Philippine premiere on Saturday, August 25 at the main theater of the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Nearly 100 tons of set pieces and props; more than 700 stage lighting equipment and accessories; and around 230 Victorian style costumes by the late production designer Maria Bjornson were shipped from South Africa, where the international touring cast last performed. Seasoned South African actors Jonathan Roxmouth (Phantom) and Anthony Downing (Raoul), and Australian soprano Claire Lyon (Christine) headline the Manila production, which runs until Sunday, September 30.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 29, 2012
Broadway's longest-running mega musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, which came on the heels of the international touring productions of CATS and MAMMA MIA! in Manila, finally made its Philippine premiere on Saturday, August 25 at the main theater of the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Nearly 100 tons of set pieces and props; more than 700 stage lighting equipment and accessories; and around 230 Victorian style costumes by the late production designer Maria Bjornson were shipped from South Africa, where the international touring cast last performed. Seasoned South African actors Jonathan Roxmouth (Phantom) and Anthony Downing (Raoul), and Australian soprano Claire Lyon (Christine) headline the Manila production, which runs until Sunday, September 30.
STAGE TUBE: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Manila Performs Title Song, Masquerade
by Oliver Oliveros - August 28, 2012
Lunchbox Theatrical Productions, David Atkins Enterprise, Radio High Definition, and Concertus Manila held a press preview of the international touring production of Broadway's longest-running mega musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA earlier today at the main theater of the Cultural Center of the Philippines.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 28, 2012
Lunchbox Theatrical Productions, David Atkins Enterprise, Radio High Definition, and Concertus Manila held a press preview of the international touring production of Broadway's longest-running mega musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA earlier today at the main theater of the Cultural Center of the Philippines.
POLL: What is Your Favorite HARRY POTTER Book?
by Oliver Oliveros - August 28, 2012
New BroadwayWorld.com Poll - Poll: What is Your Favorite HARRY POTTER Book?
by Oliver Oliveros - August 28, 2012
New BroadwayWorld.com Poll - Poll: What is Your Favorite HARRY POTTER Book?
POTTED POTTER Set for Makati City Performances, Now thru 9/2
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2012
POTTED POTTER opens at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Ayala Ave, Makati City tonight, 28th August and will play only 10 shows. Playing to sold-out houses all over the world, POTTED POTTER takes on the ultimate challenge of condensing all seven Harry Potter books (and a real life game of Quidditch) into seventy hilarious minutes. This fantastically funny show features all your favourite characters, a special appearance from a fire-breathing dragon, endless costumes, brilliant songs, ridiculous props and a generous helping of Hogwarts magic!
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2012
POTTED POTTER opens at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Ayala Ave, Makati City tonight, 28th August and will play only 10 shows. Playing to sold-out houses all over the world, POTTED POTTER takes on the ultimate challenge of condensing all seven Harry Potter books (and a real life game of Quidditch) into seventy hilarious minutes. This fantastically funny show features all your favourite characters, a special appearance from a fire-breathing dragon, endless costumes, brilliant songs, ridiculous props and a generous helping of Hogwarts magic!
In Rehearsal with THE WOMAN IN BLACK
by Oliver Oliveros - August 27, 2012
A young actor/acting coach vehemently argues with a much older man about passion and performance, and how to go about a story that the latter had created: Reb Atadero (the young actor/acting coach) exudes dominating, relentless energy as he painstakingly "directs" Jeremy Domingo (the much older man) during one of the rehearsals for Stephen Mallatratt's THE WOMAN IN BLACK, directed by William Elvin Manzano.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 27, 2012
A young actor/acting coach vehemently argues with a much older man about passion and performance, and how to go about a story that the latter had created: Reb Atadero (the young actor/acting coach) exudes dominating, relentless energy as he painstakingly "directs" Jeremy Domingo (the much older man) during one of the rehearsals for Stephen Mallatratt's THE WOMAN IN BLACK, directed by William Elvin Manzano.
Review Roundup: Repertory Philippines’ THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Oliver Oliveros - August 25, 2012
Bookwriter, composer, and lyricist Jim Eiler and composer Jean Bargy's stage adaptation of THE WIZARD OF OZ, based on the classic children's book 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" by L. Frank Baum, is Repertory Philippines Children's Theater's 20th anniversary offering, which has begun performances on Saturday, August 18, and will run for the next four months at Onstage Theater, Greenbelt One, Ayala Malls in Makati City.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 25, 2012
Bookwriter, composer, and lyricist Jim Eiler and composer Jean Bargy's stage adaptation of THE WIZARD OF OZ, based on the classic children's book 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" by L. Frank Baum, is Repertory Philippines Children's Theater's 20th anniversary offering, which has begun performances on Saturday, August 18, and will run for the next four months at Onstage Theater, Greenbelt One, Ayala Malls in Makati City.
Photo Coverage: First Look at BONA, Starring Eugene Domingo, Edgar Allan Guzman
by Oliver Oliveros - August 25, 2012
Philippine Educational Theater Association's (PETA) stage adaptation of the late Filipino film auteur Lino Brocka's "Bona," starring award-winning film actors Eugene Domingo and Edgar Allan Guzman, written by Palanca winner Layeta Bucoy, and directed by theater stalwart Soxie Topacio, opened last Thursday, August 23 at the PETA Theater Center.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 25, 2012
Philippine Educational Theater Association's (PETA) stage adaptation of the late Filipino film auteur Lino Brocka's "Bona," starring award-winning film actors Eugene Domingo and Edgar Allan Guzman, written by Palanca winner Layeta Bucoy, and directed by theater stalwart Soxie Topacio, opened last Thursday, August 23 at the PETA Theater Center.
BONA: Lino Brocka’s Film Gets Stage Adaptation, Now thru 9/23
by Oliver Oliveros - August 24, 2012
A past entry to both Metro Manila Film Festival and Cannes Film Festival, BONA, a critically-acclaimed work of Catalino Ortiz Brocka aka Lino Brocka (1939-1991) that gave the "superstar in Philippine entertainment industry," Nora Aunor, her Best Actress trophy at the Gawad Urian in 1980, will soon come alive through a stage adaptation by Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) starting today, August 24 until Sunday, September 23 at PETA Theater Center. The stage production stars multi-award-winning theater, movie, and television actress Eugene Domingo.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 24, 2012
A past entry to both Metro Manila Film Festival and Cannes Film Festival, BONA, a critically-acclaimed work of Catalino Ortiz Brocka aka Lino Brocka (1939-1991) that gave the "superstar in Philippine entertainment industry," Nora Aunor, her Best Actress trophy at the Gawad Urian in 1980, will soon come alive through a stage adaptation by Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) starting today, August 24 until Sunday, September 23 at PETA Theater Center. The stage production stars multi-award-winning theater, movie, and television actress Eugene Domingo.
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY Returns for a Two-Day Run, 8/24-25
by Oliver Oliveros - August 24, 2012
Upstart Productions brings back Off-Broadway smash FORBIDDEN BROADWAY(Greatest Hits), a musical revue that parodies old and new Broadway musicals, at Carlos P. Romulo Theater, RCBC Plaza, Senator Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City tonight, August 24 and Saturday, August 25.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 24, 2012
Upstart Productions brings back Off-Broadway smash FORBIDDEN BROADWAY(Greatest Hits), a musical revue that parodies old and new Broadway musicals, at Carlos P. Romulo Theater, RCBC Plaza, Senator Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City tonight, August 24 and Saturday, August 25.
BWW Interviews: OJ Mariano Talks FORBIDDEN BROADWAY, RAMA HARI & More
by Oliver Oliveros - August 21, 2012
When he was younger, 2011 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards' Best Featured Actor in a Musical, Ramon Enrique Mariano aka OJ Mariano always had an interest in the theater arts. At 10 or 11 years old, he and his family would go to Rajah Sulayman Park in Malate, Manila and watch stage plays.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 21, 2012
When he was younger, 2011 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards' Best Featured Actor in a Musical, Ramon Enrique Mariano aka OJ Mariano always had an interest in the theater arts. At 10 or 11 years old, he and his family would go to Rajah Sulayman Park in Malate, Manila and watch stage plays.
Enter to Win Tickets to THE WOMAN IN BLACK at Teatrino on 8/31
by Oliver Oliveros - August 21, 2012
Dulaang Kalay, the campus-based theater organization of Kalayaan College in Quezon City, BroadwayWorld Philippines, Sybex Animal Health & Nutrition, and Global Nutrition International are giving away two (2) tickets to the one-day-only staging of Stephen Mallatratt's psychological period thriller THE WOMAN IN BLACK (based on the novel of the same name by Susan Hill) at Teatrino, Promenade, Greenhills on Friday, August 31.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 21, 2012
Dulaang Kalay, the campus-based theater organization of Kalayaan College in Quezon City, BroadwayWorld Philippines, Sybex Animal Health & Nutrition, and Global Nutrition International are giving away two (2) tickets to the one-day-only staging of Stephen Mallatratt's psychological period thriller THE WOMAN IN BLACK (based on the novel of the same name by Susan Hill) at Teatrino, Promenade, Greenhills on Friday, August 31.
Multimedia Flash: On Stage with Repertory Philippines’ THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Oliver Oliveros - August 20, 2012
A day before the musical opened, Repertory Philippines' THE WIZARD OF OZ held a press preview at Greenbelt One's Onstage Theatre with Cara Barredo as Dorothy Gale, along with James Stacey as the Scarecrow, Hans Eckstein as the Tin Man, and Oliver Usison as the Lion.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 20, 2012
A day before the musical opened, Repertory Philippines' THE WIZARD OF OZ held a press preview at Greenbelt One's Onstage Theatre with Cara Barredo as Dorothy Gale, along with James Stacey as the Scarecrow, Hans Eckstein as the Tin Man, and Oliver Usison as the Lion.
Photo Flash: Ballet Philippines Releases RAMA HARI Publicity Shots
by Oliver Oliveros - August 19, 2012
Ballet Philippines, one of the resident dance companies of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), has just released publicity shots, featuring pop stars Christian Bautista and Karylle Tatlonghari, for its year-end revival of ballet musical "Rama Hari," which runs at the CCP main theater from Friday, November 30 until Sunday, December 9.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 19, 2012
Ballet Philippines, one of the resident dance companies of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), has just released publicity shots, featuring pop stars Christian Bautista and Karylle Tatlonghari, for its year-end revival of ballet musical "Rama Hari," which runs at the CCP main theater from Friday, November 30 until Sunday, December 9.
Photo Flash: On Stage with Tanghalang Pilipino's WALANG SUGAT
by Oliver Oliveros - August 18, 2012
Tanghalang Pilipino, the resident theater company of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) opened its 26th season with Severino Reyes' immortal sarsuwela WALANG SUGAT last Thursday, August 16 at CCP's Tanghalang Aurelio V. Tolentino. Highly esteemed film director Carlos Siguion-Reyna helms the production, and makes his stage directorial debut.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 18, 2012
Tanghalang Pilipino, the resident theater company of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) opened its 26th season with Severino Reyes' immortal sarsuwela WALANG SUGAT last Thursday, August 16 at CCP's Tanghalang Aurelio V. Tolentino. Highly esteemed film director Carlos Siguion-Reyna helms the production, and makes his stage directorial debut.
Photo Flash: First Look at Repertory Philippines’ THE WIZARD OF OZ, Opening Today, 8/18
by Oliver Oliveros - August 18, 2012
Repertory Philippines (Rep) released its publicity photos for "The Wizard of Oz," music by Jean Bargy and Jim Eiler, and book and lyrics by Eiler, which runs at Onstage Theatre at Greenbelt One, Ayala Malls, Makati City for five months, from today, August 18 to Sunday, December 16.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 18, 2012
Repertory Philippines (Rep) released its publicity photos for "The Wizard of Oz," music by Jean Bargy and Jim Eiler, and book and lyrics by Eiler, which runs at Onstage Theatre at Greenbelt One, Ayala Malls, Makati City for five months, from today, August 18 to Sunday, December 16.
POLL: What is Your Favorite Song from THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA?
by Oliver Oliveros - August 17, 2012
New BroadwayWorld.com Poll - What is your favorite song from THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA?
by Oliver Oliveros - August 17, 2012
New BroadwayWorld.com Poll - What is your favorite song from THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA?
Photo Flash: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Manila Cast Meet the Press
by Oliver Oliveros - August 17, 2012
Lunchbox Theatrical Productions, David Atkins Enterprise, Radio High Definition, Concertus Manila, and Diamond Hotel recently held a press conference to introduce Anthony Downing (Raoul), Claire Lyon (Christine), Jonathan Roxmouth (Phantom), and Dondi Ong (Piangi) - the main cast of the international touring production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA that will premiere at the Cultural Center of the Philippines' main theater next Saturday, August 25, and will run until Sunday, September 30.
by Oliver Oliveros - August 17, 2012
Lunchbox Theatrical Productions, David Atkins Enterprise, Radio High Definition, Concertus Manila, and Diamond Hotel recently held a press conference to introduce Anthony Downing (Raoul), Claire Lyon (Christine), Jonathan Roxmouth (Phantom), and Dondi Ong (Piangi) - the main cast of the international touring production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA that will premiere at the Cultural Center of the Philippines' main theater next Saturday, August 25, and will run until Sunday, September 30.
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