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The piece narrates the possibilities that will happen if our mind will set aside barrier such as doubt, gender and other things that the society tells us we cannot do. The story is simple and yet has a very strong impact on how mankind fulfill its destiny, how we must follow what our heart's desires despite of all the challenges that comes our way.

Ballet Manila always has this specific performance for specific audience. The careful selections of its program always makes the watching experience more enjoyable and exciting. Below are my personal point of view why you should catch the upcoming performance week of Ballet Manila's Cinderella.

THE DRESSING ROOM: That Which Flows Away Ultimately Becomes Nostalgia, is truly a remarkable piece seeing both performances of both female set on the first staging and now the male set, shows the uniformity of the artistic direction at the same time the freedom of each artists to execute the given role that they are portraying. Uniform, in a manner that the message is clear and how the artistic direction was executed. It has an intelligent way of showing how the different sets of actors according to gender executed their characters. Also, how the chosen language affect the audience and the flow of the story. Of course people, or locals rather would be more comfortable to hear their own language, but depending on the crowd both of them has the same level of ingenuity, humor and emotions.

After the stirring success of Aurelyo Sedisyoso and Ang Pag-uusig, Tanghalang Pilipino (TP) continues its 31stTheater Season billed as “Freedom Writers: Freedom Fighters” with diverse, entertaining and educational productions that contain themes embracing the theatercompany’s ideals: Utak, Puso, Bayan.

What Can You Do For Love ????? “Happiness is a Pearl,” an original play penned by Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature Hall of Famer Rody Vera is all set to open on August 25 and shall run up to Sept. 17 at Arts Above, Artist Playground II, 112 West Venue Bldg., West Avenue, Quezon City.

The Philippine Educational Theater Association’s “3 Stars and a Sun,” an original Filipino musical that featured the music of the late rap artist Francis Magalona in a story about youthful hope and rebellion in a dystopian Philippine setting, grabbed 13 nods to lead the 2016 nominations for Gawad Buhay, the Philstage Awards for the Performing Arts.

27 year-old UP Diliman student and noted "iskolar ng bayan" named Leandro Alejandro was shot and killed in September 19, 1987. As the iconic student activist, Lean fought for national democracy in the university and in the nation. He is one of the unsung heroes who have sacrificed their lives during the turbulent days of the martial law. His life has defined an era of student activism and his work still inspires the youth today. Students of the University of the Philippines, being a state-funded institution, are called “Iskolar ng Bayan” or People’s Scholars. The description gained political weight during the First Quarter Storm (FQS) in the 70s, a time of discontent by a generation of Baby Boomers. The description also carried with it the aphorism “Serve the people.” Described as a Filipino left wing activist and nationalist, UP student leader Lean Alejandro actively fought the dictatorship in the 1980s. Lean became a member of the Youth for Nationalism and Democracy...

Due to popular demand,  Godspell , by multi awarded Steven Schwartz (from the same creators of  Wicked ) returns to Manila on May 6-7, 12-14 & 19-21 at the RCBC Plaza. "The play is both global and local at the same time…Expect fireworks, unconventional storytelling techniques, improv and boundless creativity"   Toff de Venecia, Philippine Star.

Twin Bill Theater Productions proudly presents the Asian premiere of “WIT” – the 1999 Pulitzer Prize for Drama by Margaret Edson beginning April 19 at the Trinity University of Asia, E. Rodriguez Sr., Ave. QC. “WIT” (also styled as W;t) is about a woman's slow and painful death from late stage ovarian cancer.

This holiday season, experience the joy and the true meaning of Christmas as 9 Works Theatrical and Globe Live join forces again presenting the long-running acclaimed show A Christmas Carol: The Musical from the award winning team of Lynn Ahrens and Alan Menken.

For someone like me who grew up in the 90s and If I will be asked to rank my favorite movies or tv shows when I was kid, The Addams Family is definitely one of the shows that I wouldn’t mind putting on top of my chart. The impact of either the film or the animated series is truly overwhelming that I still recall their iconic theme song (and that includes the funny finger snapping introduction and witty gestures). Addams Family has been adapted in different form of media.

Last September 30, I was invited to watch the theatre play entitled “Pangarap sa Isang Gabi ng Gitnang Tag-araw” based on by William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, translation by Rolando Tinio, directed by Carlos Siguion-Reyna. It was held in CCP Tanghalang Huseng Batute. Pangarap sa Isang Gabi ng Gitnang Tag-araw is about a story on how love operates differently in every single being. Here are some of the couple in the story:

Ballet Philippines restages “Crisostomo Ibarra”  on October 21 at 3:00PM, October 22 at 2:00PM, and October 23 at 10:00AM, and presents the world premiere of “Simoun” on October 21 at 8:00PM, October 22 at 6:00PM, and October 23 at 3:00PM at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theater).

“Ibong Adarna,” one of the most celebrated Philippine literary masterpieces, enchants audience anew as part of the 39th season of Gantimpala Theater Foundation (GTF). This classic tale of love, deceit, and forgiveness follows the journey of three brothers from the kingdom of Berbanya (Don Diego, Don Pedro, and Don Juan) and their pursuit to catch the magical healing bird, Adarna, to help save their ailing father, king Fernando.

Katips – Ang mga bagong Katipunero is a musical played by the Philippine Stagers Foundation that is about the life of Filipino people in the 70’s. It involves the happenings and the people during the dark era of our country’s history in the 70’s, Martial Law: government self-preservation, and how the youth showed their passion and initiative to be the change in the society.

Twin Bill Theater is staging a new play by brilliant Off- Broadway playwright, Andre Hinderaker, entitled SUICIDE, INCORPORATED. A dark comedy exploring the perils of depression, coping with loss, guilt and redemption, the play aims to shed light and raise awareness on mental health to its audiences.

Al Fermin Tiglao Gatmaitan Tenor/Actor/Host email address: algatmaitan@gmail.com website: https://www.facebook.com/al.gatmaitan Educational Background and Training: Vocal Coach: Juilliard trained, mezzo soprano Clarissa Ocampo Music and Performing Musical Arts Profession New York University Steinhardt School of Music, Summer Program 2014 New York, United States of America Conservatory of Music, Major in Voice (Madrigal Scholarship Grant) 2010-2012 University of Santo Tomas, Manila Philippines Awards and Achievements: ALIW Awards 2015 Best Male Classical Performer Nominations: ALIW Awards 2015 Best Featured Actor in a Musical for Huling Lagda ni Apolinario Mabini ALIW Awards 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011 Best Male Classical Performer Gawad Buhay 2012 Best Actor in a Musical for Noli Me Tangere Karaoke World Champion (Philippines) Male Category 2010 First Filipino European Pop Song Festival (Second Place) Reggio Calabria, Italy 2006

Careers come and go. It is how one makes or breaks it.  Banaue Miclat-Janssen As a prelude to the forthcoming silver linings of her career in the arts next year, multi-talented artist Banaue Miclat-Janssen has been connecting her heart, mind and soul into a wholistic process as part of her time capsule in order to become a much more meaningful  artist.

Once the spotlight fades to oblivion, the true stories of laughters and pain commence. Dulaang UP closes it’s 40th Theater Season by challenging both the intellect and affection, with the staging of “Ang Dressing Room: Kung Saan Lubusang Pangungulila ang Dulot ng Agos ng Panahon”. The play is a Filipino translation of a Shimizu Kunio original, “The Dressing Room: That which flows away ultimately becomes nostalgia.” The play shows 4 similarly different characters, each fueled by their own desire to take the spotlight as Theater thespians, but haunted by memories and limitations. Each character, simply named Actress A,B,C, and D, shares with the audience the lives they long for and how frustratingly hard it is to attain such stature.

For its 38th season, TeatroTomasino presents its second major production of the year — a stage adaptation of a popular novel of Bob Ong.