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Parokya ni Edgar Musical to Feature All-Female Leads

Parokya ni Edgar Musical to Feature All-Female Leads

by Oliver Oliveros — December 6, 2023
Newport World Resorts (NWR), through theatrical producer Full House Theater Company, has announced the all-female lead cast for its newest original Filipino musical, 'Buruguduystunstugudunstuy: Ang Parokya ni Edgar Musical.
BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards December 5th Standings; HAMILTON Leads Best Musical!

BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards December 5th Standings; HAMILTON Leads Best Musical!

by BWW Awards — December 5, 2023
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
ASIAN PERSUASION: Jhett Tolentino's Bid to a More Inclusive Hollywood

ASIAN PERSUASION: Jhett Tolentino's Bid to a More Inclusive Hollywood

by Vince Vicentuan — December 1, 2023
Amidst excitement and anticipation, 'Asian Persuasion,' a film by Tony and Grammy-winning Filipino producer Jhett Tolentino, premiered on Monday evening, November 27, at SM Megamall Cinema 2.
PUSO NG PASKO, All-Filipino Christmas Ballet, Kicks Off Holiday Season

PUSO NG PASKO, All-Filipino Christmas Ballet, Kicks Off Holiday Season

by Oliver Oliveros — November 29, 2023
An alternative to Tchaikovsky’s Christmas-themed ballet 'The Nutcracker' is the homegrown 'Puso ng Pasko,' the first full-length, all-Filipino creatives Christmas ballet by the Alice Reyes Dance Philippines (ARDP).
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards; THE RECONCI

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards; THE RECONCILIATION DINNER Leads Best Play!

by BWW Awards — November 27, 2023
Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: HAMILTON Builds An Impactful Legacy

Review: HAMILTON Builds An Impactful Legacy

by Rayne Jarabo — November 22, 2023
How the 18th-century American Revolutionary War is depicted in the Pulitzer Award-winning musical 'Hamilton' continues to thrill patrons and theatergoers, now in its last week at The Theatre at Solaire.
Voting Opens for 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards

Voting Opens for 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards

by BWW Awards — November 20, 2023
Voting is now open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Auditions: PETA is Looking for Popoy, Basha, Supporting Cast

Auditions: PETA is Looking for Popoy, Basha, Supporting Cast

by Oliver Oliveros — November 20, 2023
The Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) is looking for its principal and supporting casts for 'One More Chance, The Musical,' based on Cathy Garcia-Molina’s 2007 hit film of the same name, and now featuring the music of folk-pop band Ben&Ben.
Video: DISNEY PRINCESS THE CONCERT Cast Performs 'Let It Go'/Finale

Video: DISNEY PRINCESS THE CONCERT Cast Performs 'Let It Go'/Finale

by Jude Cartalaba — November 19, 2023
Broadway leading ladies Anneliese van der Pol, Aisha Jackson, Krysta Rodriguez, and Steffanie Leigh, together with Adam J.
MISS SAIGON in Manila Extends Till May 5, 2024

MISS SAIGON in Manila Extends Till May 5, 2024

by Oliver Oliveros — November 12, 2023
Due to the overwhelming demand during pre-sale, presenter GMG Productions has announced Cameron Mackintosh’s globally-acclaimed revival production of Alain Boublil and Claude Michel Schonberg’s 'Miss Saigon' will extend its run in Manila until May 5, 2024; the original closing date was Apr.
Dulaang UP Launches 46th Season: SIDHI'T SILAKBO

Dulaang UP Launches 46th Season: SIDHI'T SILAKBO

by BWW News Desk — November 7, 2023
Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas (Dulaang UP) celebrates women in its 46th season, which will be launched on November 23, 2023 at the IBG-KAL Theatre.
Krysta Rodriguez, Aisha Jackson to Lead DISNEY PRINCESS-THE CONCERT in the Philippine

Krysta Rodriguez, Aisha Jackson to Lead DISNEY PRINCESS-THE CONCERT in the Philippines

by Oliver Oliveros — October 30, 2023
Broadway’s leading ladies Krysta Rodriguez, Anneliese van der Pol, Aisha Jackson, and Steffanie Leigh will star in 'Disney Princess, The Concert' in Manila (Nov.
Video: Ben&Ben Teases Upcoming New Musical, ONE MORE CHANCE

Video: Ben&Ben Teases Upcoming New Musical, ONE MORE CHANCE

by Oliver Oliveros — October 30, 2023
Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA), Star Cinema, and folk-pop band Ben&Ben have joined forces for the film-to-stage adaptation of the cult classic 'One More Chance,' whose romantic pair Popoy and Basha won the hearts of many Filipino cinemagoers since the film’s premiere in 2007.
Video: SILVER LINING Cast Take Their Bows

Video: SILVER LINING Cast Take Their Bows

by Oliver Oliveros — October 25, 2023
Principal casts Ricky Davao (Leo), Joel Nunez (Anton), Raul Montesa (Raul), Nenel Arcayan (Josie), Jep Go (Rico), Shaun Ocrisma (Mart), Maronne Cruz (Dalai), and Hazel Maranan (Agnes) led the curtain call on opening night, Oct.
Alice Reyes' CARMEN, Other Choreographic Works, On Stage This Weekend

Alice Reyes' CARMEN, Other Choreographic Works, On Stage This Weekend

by Oliver Oliveros — October 18, 2023
After recently staging Alice Reyes’ classic 'Rama, Hari,' the Alice Reyes Dance Philippines presents 'Carmen and Other Spirits,' a mixed bill featuring four choreographic works tackling the themes of codependency, environmental degradation, love, obsession, and jealousy.
Drei Sugay Re-embraces the Challenges of Theater

Drei Sugay Re-embraces the Challenges of Theater

by Jude Cartalaba — October 18, 2023
After his stints at 'The Voice Teens Philippines' (2020) and 'Idol Philippines' (2022), young singer-songwriter Drei Sugay tries musical theater anew, not working off stage but on stage this time, starring in the ‘90s teen series, now a musical, 'Tabing Ilog.
Cameron Mackintosh's Revival Production of MISS SAIGON to Play Manila, March 2024

Cameron Mackintosh's Revival Production of MISS SAIGON to Play Manila, March 2024

by Oliver Oliveros — October 13, 2023
The 2014 West End production of 'Miss Saigon,' which also premiered on Broadway in 2017 and recently played at the Sydney Opera House, will make its way to The Theatre at Solaire in March 2024.
The Manila Cathedral Holds Ninth Pipe Organ Concert

The Manila Cathedral Holds Ninth Pipe Organ Concert

by Oliver Oliveros — October 10, 2023
The Manila Cathedral, in partnership with the Jesuit Communications Foundation, brings back the Pipe Organ Festival, including the Ninth Pipe Organ Concert, titled'“Our Hearts, Healed & Heard,' at the Immaculate Conception, Manila Metropolitan Cathedral, in Intramuros, Manila, on Fri.
Video: SILVER LINING Cast, Led by Ricky Davao, Perform 'Atin 'To'

Video: SILVER LINING Cast, Led by Ricky Davao, Perform 'Atin 'To'

by Oliver Oliveros — October 10, 2023
A new original Filipino musical about hope and redemption, 'Silver Lining,' has recently welcomed friends from the media to its rehearsal space in Makati City.
Video: Noel Comia Jr., EJ Ramos Talk How HALIMAW Stands the Test of Time

Video: Noel Comia Jr., EJ Ramos Talk How HALIMAW Stands the Test of Time

by Oliver Oliveros — October 3, 2023
BroadwayWorld has sat down with the two Albertos (Noel Comia, Jr.
Photos: Vina Morales Shines at 'Here Lies Love' Homecoming Concert at Joe's Pub

Photos: Vina Morales Shines at 'Here Lies Love' Homecoming Concert at Joe's Pub

by Oliver Oliveros — October 3, 2023
Filipino actress-singer Vina Morales (Aurora Aquino, 'Here Lies Love') brought the house down as she headlined the 'Here Lies Love' homecoming concert last night at Joe's Pub at the Public Theatre, the original venue of the show's debut a decade ago.
Nominations Open For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards

Nominations Open For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards

by BWW Awards — September 28, 2023
Nominations are now open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards.
Photo/Video: HAMILTON Officially Launches First International Tour

Photo/Video: HAMILTON Officially Launches First International Tour

by Oliver Oliveros — September 27, 2023
Pulitzer Prize-winning musical 'Hamilton' officially began its first international tour with its cast members, plucked from various 'Hamilton' productions worldwide, making their bows on Sept.
Video: RAMA, HARI's Ronelson Yadao Talks the Significance of Restaging Dance Classics

Video: RAMA, HARI's Ronelson Yadao Talks the Significance of Restaging Dance Classics

by Oliver Oliveros — September 10, 2023
Ronelson Yadao, Alice Reyes Dance Philippines’ artistic director, who also plays Rama, meets us on stage and discusses the progress of their revival production of the rock opera ballet 'Rama, Hari' a few days before its opening.

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