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The FEU Theater Guild (FTG) is bringing back the magic of Isla Esteban as they restage the play "Ang Pinakamakisig sa mga Nalunod sa Buong Daigdig" , closing their 90th theater season. Co-presented by the FEU Center for the Arts (FCA) and the Alumni Relations Office (ARO), this gripping adaptation of Gabriel Garcia-Marquez’s "The Handsomest Drowned Man" by Teresa Lorena Jopson promises a stunning theatrical experience. Set to premiere on October 2, 2024 , at the FEU Center for the Arts Studio, this production uniquely incorporates a water stage, adding a new level of challenge and intrigue to the performance. Directed and choreographed by FTG Artistic Director Dudz Teraña, with music by Jeff Hernandez and musical direction by Jesus Singh III, the play masterfully blends elements of magic realism and human emotion. Audiences can look forward to an ensemble of FTG actors and alumni bringing the story to life with alternating all-male and all-female casts portraying c...

From October 5 to 13, 2024, the Spanish Film Festival  PELÍCULA>PELIKULA organized by Instituto Cervantes will return to  Edsa Shangri-La Plaza to stage its 23rd edition. Since its creation in  2002 by Instituto Cervantes de Manila, PELíCULA, has been an annual  attraction in Philippine theatres. This year the Festival will screen 25 movies.  The Festival will kick off on October 5 with the screening of Robot  Dreams (2023), the multi-awarded animation film by Spanish director  Pablo Berger. Other entries to the Official Selection of the Festival include Víctor Erice’s latest work Cerrar los ojos (2023), La estrella azul,  directed by Javier Macipe in 2023, and comedies like Casa en llamas  (Dani de la Orden, 2024) or Loli Tormenta (2023), that will be presented  by the scripwriter of the movie Mario Torrecillas. The official entries also include documentaries such as Rioja, the Land of  Thousand Wines (2023), Hispanoamérica, can...

  For decades, Jack Daniel’s Philippines has supported the growth of the local indie music community and the next generation of future music greats through its music program. Now, everything is set for its most anticipated comeback. The  No. 1 US whiskey brand (IWSR, 2024) returns with Jack Daniel’s On Stage 2024 (JDOS) in the Philippines , championing the movers and shakers of the Philippine independent music scene by providing an avenue for bands to showcase their artistry and musicality. Through the series of live performances and media opportunities, the program paves the way for them to step onto a much bigger stage and much wider audience.   “Music has always been part of Jack Daniel’s DNA,” shares Gabriel Fajardo, the Brand Manager of Jack Daniel's Emerging Asia. “It is through music that the brand has solidified its place in culture and how many people have connected with Jack over the years.” Built on the values of promoting community-building and inclusivity th...

Gushcloud Philippines announces its new business model and a bolder list of exclusive and non-exclusive talents, content and media that they own and co-produce.  During their recently held Partner’s Appreciation Night, the local unit of Singapore-based Gushcloud International (a global creator and IP management and licensing company powered by AI) revealed that it is now a global creator and IP management company, from just being a talent agency since it started operations in 2016.  Gushcloud Philippines talents (from left): JinHo Bae, Angelgrace America, Klea Pineda, Katrice Kierulf, Apple David, Kelly Cruz, and Pattie Paraiso Not only does it scout talents and link them to brands, but it also grows them from the early stages of their career until they find their brand and niche in the ever demanding content creation industry.  “We are proud to share the changes and growth that our organization went through in just under a year with the new leadership. We have revamped ...

Rising J-pop sensation Number_i has released their much-awaited debut album No. I , featuring the cool and transcendent contemporary R&B single “ICE.” The 14-track album is a testament to the group’s artistic evolution, with each track offering a fresh take on the J-pop genre. The lead track “ICE” showcases a perfect blend of cool beats and the refreshing sensation of taking a sauna, brought to life through modern R&B elements. In addition to “ICE,” the album includes several fan-favorite tracks such as Number_i ’s debut hit “GOAT,” the Sho Hirano-produced “BON,” and their recently released single “INZM.” These tracks have already made a splash on the global music scene, reinforcing Number_i ’s accelerating rise. Momentum and Global Reach Number_i continues to gain impressive momentum both in Japan and internationally. The music videos for “GOAT” and “BON” surpassed 10 million views within just three days of release, claiming top spots on YouTube’s global daily music video ra...