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Theater review: Gemora, Guzman shine in gloomy 'The Dresser'

Jeeves de Veyra
Updated as of May 10 03:52 PM

One of the most-awaited productions of Repertory Philippines this year, Ronald Harwood’s 'The Dresser' features a powerhouse cast of theater veterans ably directed by the multi-awarded Loy Arcenas. Read more »

Sharmaine, Nonie Buencamino magsasama sa 'Kundiman Party'

ABS-CBN News
Posted at May 06 09:39 PM

Magsasama sa entablado ang mag-asawang Nonie at Sharmaine Buencamino para sa stage play na "Kundiman Party." Read more »

From 'Miss Saigon,' Gerald Santos comes home with major concert

Totel V. de Jesus
Updated as of May 09 08:51 PM

"Kumusta ka na? How have you been for the past two years?" Pop baladeer turned theater actor Gerald Santos asked us these questions as customary greeting of celebrity to interviewer but they are questions we'd rather ask him. The last two years have been so far the greatest time in the young life of Santos. Read more »

The Metropolitan Theater as survivor: from culture oasis to squatters' home and back again

Isidra Reyes
Updated as of May 05 10:34 AM

What began as a bastion of haute culture and world-class design, the image of the Metropolitan Theater has not only survived war but undergone many phases. Will it survive its recent controversy? Read more »

Happening this weekend: FEU Bamboo Band’s ‘A Toast to Broadway’

ABS-CBN News
Posted at May 03 04:43 PM

The Far Eastern University (FEU) Bamboo Band will have a concert this Saturday.  Read more »

The surprising, inspiring story of how the Met was built

Isidra Reyes
Updated as of May 02 10:59 AM

While the public awaits for the NCCA to deliver on its promise--to restore the Metropolitan Theater to its former glory--we recall the beginnings of this national pride, and how it was characterized by a coming together of Manila's haves and have-littles, and an aspiration to be at par with the best in the world Read more »

Aicelle Santos returns to 'Rak of Aegis' for latest run

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Apr 21 07:38 PM

Fresh from her "Miss Saigon" stint, singer Aicelle Santos will reprise her role in "Rak of Aegis" as it returns later this year for its seventh season. Read more »

'Kristo 2019,' tampok ang modernong pagtatanghal ng senakulo

Jeff Fernando, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Apr 16 12:00 PM

Para sa produksyon ng "Kristo 2019," patuloy ang kuwento at aral ng Panginoong Hesus hanggang sa kasalukuyan.  Read more »

Wushu athlete Janice Hung to play Tigress in 'Kung Fu Panda Live'

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Apr 15 02:56 PM

Broadway Asia and Dreamworks are bringing the beloved characters of the popular animation “Kung Fu Panda” to the theater stage.  Read more »

VIDEO: This Bangkok micro-cinema also shows Filipino indie films

ANCX
Updated as of Apr 14 11:43 AM

Cinema Oasis is a one-year old micro-cinema that showcases independent films from all over Asia. It’s also become the venue to show its owner’s films which have been banned from commercial release in Thailand. Read more »

Sandino Martin comes full circle in Ateneo Blue Rep’s ‘Spring Awakening’

Totel V. de Jesus
Updated as of Apr 13 02:35 PM

Ten years ago, Sandino Martin had his baptism in professional theater via Atlantis Productions’ “Spring Awakening.” And now, he is in Ateneo Blue Repertory’s re-staging of the modern classic. Read more »

Happening this weekend: ‘Martir sa Golgota’ senakulo play

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Apr 12 03:02 PM

The Manila Mobile Theater Foundation, also known as Tanghalang Sta. Ana, is staging a senakulo play this weekend.  Read more »

Theater review: Ateneo Blue Rep's earnest, energetic 'Spring Awakening'

Fred Hawson
Updated as of Apr 10 07:02 PM

This year, the Ateneo Blue Rep is restaging "Spring Awakening."  Read more »

American-themed plays sweep British theater prizes

Jayson Mansaray, Reuters
Posted at Apr 08 12:50 PM

Productions about gay men in New York City, friendship after the Sept. 11 attacks and love in Mississippi dominated Britain's prestigious Olivier Awards for best theatre on Sunday. Read more »

Summer 2019: Theater workshops for kids, adults

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Apr 04 11:58 AM

Here are some theater workshops that both kids and adults can sign up for this summer.  Read more »

Netflix looms large as theater owners assess industry future

Lisa Richwine, Reuters
Posted at Apr 03 08:09 AM

The world's most successful streaming service sends some movies to theaters but has insisted on making them available on Netflix at the same time, or just a few weeks later. That has upset big movie chains, which refuse to show Netflix films and want a longer "window" of time to play films exclusively. Read more »

Is there a chance we can save what remains of Capitol Theater?

Isidra Reyes
Updated as of Mar 31 11:30 PM

Just recently, we heard a hint of good news about this once glorious edifice that embodied an era of glamour in the heart of Manila Read more »

Gabe Mercado teams with Jonathan Pitts ahead of improv festival's closing jam

Totel V. de Jesus
Posted at Mar 31 05:00 PM

Touted as the biggest improv comedy festival of Asia, this biennial event gathers the best of the best "improvisers" from all over the world. Read more »

Pinky Amador continues to spread her wings in 'Angels in America'

Leah C. Salterio
Posted at Mar 30 06:07 AM

Pinky Amador celebrates her illustrious, 36th year in the acting business with “Angels in America: Millennium Approaches,” Tony Kushner’s play now being staged by Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group and directed by Bobby Garcia. Read more »

Theater review: ‘Angels in America’ leaves you on high

Vladimir Bunoan, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Mar 29 05:03 PM

This one-half of a play will remind us why we love theater through its sheer perfection and the deep-seated passion that obviously went into its glorious creation.  Read more »