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  The Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) officially announces the headlining cast of Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank 4: Oh Sh*t! It’s Live Sa Cheter! running from June 19 to August 16, 2026, at the PETA Theater Center. From two iconic films to a hit series, Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank has become beloved for its hyperreal, meta commentary on arts, culture, and society. The first film skewered the indie movie scene, the second tackled mainstream cinema, and the third confronted historical revisionism. This fourth installment turns its sharp gaze toward theater, but it doesn’t just peek behind the curtain; it tears it down entirely, exposing the messy, hilarious, and painfully relatable process of making theater in the Philippines today. At the center of the mayhem is Eugene Domingo , returning as a gloriously amplified version of herself—navigating ego, ambition, and the beautiful absurdity of mounting a live show. Long celebrated for her fearless comedic brilliance, Domingo on...

Expanding access to Philippine arts and culture and celebrating womanhood, the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) unveils a selection of exclusive performances, original productions, and award-winning films honoring the struggles, strengths, and memories of Filipino women on its  CCP Channel  platform this March . Catch Cinemalaya films, Gawad Alternatibo finalists, and a VLF play in the CCP Channel This month, CCP Channel’s line-up underscores stories that urge conversations and reflections on women’s contributions and narratives. Catch  Absurdo: Event Day  by  BJ Crisostomo , a   Virgin Labfest (VLF) one-act play staged in 2022, as well as selected Cinemalaya films,  Mga Dayo (Resident Aliens)  directed by  Julius Sotomayor Cena , and the 2022 Cinemalaya Audience Choice Award film  Kargo  directed by  TM Malones.   Gawad Alternatibo finalists  Ang Pagbukod Ni Melmel  by  Nathaniel Tulingan ,...

  In 2025,  ena mori  reaffirmed her position as one of the most compelling creative forces in Asian pop music. The avant-pop shapeshifter greeted the year with high-profile festival appearances, brand deals, and a growing international listenership, culminating in the release of her six-track EP rOe. Informed by restraint and emotional fragility,  rOe  showcased ena mori’s ability to translate vulnerability into a riveting pop fantasia. As expected, the EP earned universal praise from critics and fans, landing on several year-end lists across the globe. Today, February 27, 2026, ena mori completes that orbit with  Ore , a six-track companion piece that both mirrors and resists its predecessor. Originally conceived alongside  rOe  as part of a single body of work before unraveling themselves as fraternal counterparts, the two projects diverge in tone and intent, with the latter retaining emotional nuance while foregrounding sharper textures and st...

  In a historic first , Abramorama  has acquired the theatrical rights to screen  Eraserheads:   Combo On The Run  in North America, marking the distributor’s first Philippine documentary.   Following a strong festival run abroad, the docu film joins Abramorama’s slate of prestige music film titles, including   The Beatles: Eight Days   (Ron Howard),   The Sparks Brothers  (Edgar Wright), and Radiohead’s   Meeting People Is Easy   (Grant Gee) .   The acquisition will be marked by an official event at SXSW 2026 next month to celebrate its forthcoming theatrical release in Canada and the United States. Directed and produced by  Maria Diane Ventura , Eraserheads: Combo On The Run tells the story of the Philippines’ most influential band, tracing their meteoric rise from their formation in UP Diliman to becoming a defining voice of a generation, their painful breakup, and their eventual resurgence years later.  Set a...

  The track unfolds as a lyrical confrontation as it documents a moment every listener can relate to - where patience runs out and self-preservation takes over. Skye’s delivery is typically controlled but cutting - pairing emotional clarity with dark humour. It is a song about recognising emotional damage for what it is and choosing to step away rather than absorb it. Written by Skye Newman alongside long-time collaborators Boo and Luis Navidad, and marking her first collaboration with Chrissi, ‘Walk’ continues Skye’s reputation for turning lived experience into sharply observed songwriting. The production remains restrained, allowing the lyrics to carry the weight and leaving nowhere for the narrative to soften. Lyrically, ‘Walk’ traces the imbalance of a relationship in vivid detail. Skye captures frustration, humiliation and emotional exhaustion with a bluntness that feels conversational and typically honest. Lines are delivered without embellishment as she documents d...

After sparking much anticipation on socials, Myles now officially lifts the curtain on the track, with pre-orders available from today.  'Drive Safe'  marks the first official collaboration between the two artists - co-written by Myles Smith and Niall Horan, the song reflects the close creative friendship the pair have developed. Pairing Myles’ emotionally precise songwriting with Niall’s globally celebrated melodic sensibility, the track feels both intimate and effortless, shaped by a shared instinct for honest, heartfelt storytelling. Speaking on the process of working with Niall Horan, Myles Smith says: “ Collaborations only really matter to me when they come from something real, and working with Niall genuinely did. He’s got this effortless instinct for melody, but beyond that he’s a good friend who very quickly became one of my closest. Our friendship shaped the song, and hopefully you can feel it in every line! ” ‘Drive Safe’  is built around the idea that life will...

 The highly anticipated music drama Songs For Selina is set to hit cinemas across the Philippines on March 18, 2026, following its North American release on Amazon Prime US and Tubi. Starring Mica Javier and Rachel Coates, the film explores the harsh realities of the music industry through the story of Selina and Maya, two musical soulmates whose bond is tested by fame, competition, and industry pressures.  Executive produced by R&B icon Jay R, who also co-wrote and produced the original soundtrack, Songs For Selina combines compelling storytelling with emotionally charged music inspired by real-life experiences.  Featuring an ensemble cast including Rachel Alejandro, Audie Gemora, Nicole Laurel, Leanne Mamonong, and Gian Magdangal, the film highlights independent storytelling in Philippine entertainment while offering audiences an authentic look at the struggles and triumphs of pursuing a career in music. Distributed locally by Black Cap Pictures, Songs For Selina ...