Remembering K-Zone: Pinoy Grind Fiction in Magazine Form
In retrospect, K-Zone wasn’t simply a digest of different media; it was a channel that pulled kids and content into the same buzzing space.
ICYMI: From Sold-Out Success to Highly-Anticipated Rerun: ‘Para Kay B’ is back on stage this September
The story that left audiences in tears, laughter, and quiet self-reflection is coming back to do it all over again. The highly acclaimed stage adaptation of Ricky Lee’s best-selling novel Para Kay B will return for a limited rerun from 12–28 September 2025 at The Doreen Black Box Theater, Ateneo De Manila University.
Why ‘Shrek The Musical’ is this year’s must-watch holiday show
The holiday season is about joy, wonder, and stories that bring families closer together. This year, one of the most beloved tales of all comes to life onstage at Newport World Resorts with ‘Shrek the Musical’.
ICYMI: PETA’s ‘Walang Aray’ Musical Cast Recording is now available on Spotify
The Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) is proud to announce that the Official Cast Recording of the hit musical ‘Walang Aray’, is now available for streaming on Spotify. This monumental release has been expertly crafted in partnership with one of the country’s premier full-service audio production houses, Soundesign Manila.
The Sandbox Collective to open its 2026 season with ‘Spring Awakening’
The Sandbox Collective will open its 2026 Season with the Tony Award-winning rock musical, ‘Spring Awakening’. The musical is set to open in February 2026 at a brand new theater: The Black Box at The Proscenium Theater, Rockwell Center, Makati City.
Full Cast of 9Works Theatrical’s ‘The Bodyguard the Musical’ Revealed
With Matt Blaker bringing strength and depth to the role of Frank Farmer, the Manila production promises an unforgettable pairing with Christine Allado. Together, they’ll be joined by a stellar lineup of Filipino talent that balances seasoned veterans with rising stars.
‘Dagitab’ to be restaged in Makati this September
After the early closing of its maiden staging, ‘Dagitab’ is moving to the Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater in Circuit Makati. There will now be 200 seats available per show, with only 6 shows in total.
‘3Upuan’ to be staged this August alongside Tinio Exhibition
This upcoming run will be held at Archivo 1984, where the gallery will also present Totally Tinio, an exhibition showcasing the poetry, writings, and interpretive artworks of National Artist for Theater and Literature Rolando Tinio—bridging performance and archival storytelling.
A happily-ever-after press conference for ‘Shrek The Musical’
Once upon a time, the world’s favorite ogre and his crew of fairytale creatures gathered at Newport World Resorts for the press conference of Shrek The Musical. Special guests, trusted partners, and friends from the media were invited on Wednesday, August 13, for a magical afternoon in the swamp. There, the cast and creative team of Shrek The Musical offered an exclusive sneak peek into the Broadway favorite that will storm the Newport Performing Arts Theater starting October 31.
Come look at the Freaks: The relevance of ‘Side Show: The Musical’ today
The product of Sandbox Collective’s efforts is a more humanized look at each character in the show and every decision they made for this production is made with empathy and understanding.
Spotify and the Invisible Tyranny of Convenience
Spotify doesn’t just fail artists and workers; it actively sustains an increasingly hostile future, one that is detached from the values music is meant to uphold and funded by fans of the art form who often have no idea what they’re supporting beyond convenient access to new albums, buzzed-about debuts, and algorithm-sweetened trends.
Chappell Roan’s ‘The Subway’ Is a Definitive Statement of Lesbian Grief and Moving On
In ‘The Subway,’ Chappell Roan transforms New York’s subways into a queer, lesbian-coded space of grief and longing, cycling through vivid symbols and choreography to stage the ache of love that won’t let go.
AEW All In Texas 2025: Cashing in the Chips
AEW’s ‘All In: Texas’ gives pro wrestling fans the biggest payoff in one of the company’s best years for both in-ring action and long-term stories, including the first AEW defeat of Mercedes Moné, and the end of Hangman Adam Page’s years-long redemption arc.
Everything About The Sandbox Collective’s ‘Side Show’
The musical has been staged several times since then, including here in the Philippines. Now, it will make its return to the Philippine stage this July. While anticipating its comeback, here is everything you need to know about this production.
Puregold OPM Con 2025 receives prodigious praise as a history-making music event
On July 5, the Philippine Arena, undeniably the world’s largest indoor entertainment venue, became the stage for one of the most spectacular nights in Filipino music history. With more than 30,000 fans in attendance, Puregold OPM Con 2025 marked a new era for original Filipino music, bringing together icons, rising stars, and all manner of fans.
Tanghalang Pilipino unveils its 39th Theater Season titled ‘TP39: IGNITE’
TP39 celebrates stories that spark transformation. Through compelling productions, educational projects, and Tanghalang Pilipino’s Actors Company program, TP aims to sustain the flame ignited by the great minds of our nation’s heroes: Emilio Jacinto, Gregoria De Jesus, and Apolinario Mabini, who ignited revolutions of thought and action. This season invites us to carry forward their fight for justice and freedom through theater.
VLF XX: Hinog extends its run for one night only this July
After a fruitful and successful run, the Virgin Labfest — now truly Hinog — returns for a special one-night-only extension on July 24, 8 PM, at the CCP Tanghalang Ignacio B. Gimenez (CCP Blackbox Theater).
From Supermarket Aisles to Stadium Lights: Puregold Conquers the Philippine Arena with OPM Con 2025
The Philippine Arena pulsed with music, lights, and pure Pinoy energy as tens of thousands of music fans came together on July 5 for Puregold’s OPM Con 2025. With a sold-out crowd and a star-studded lineup of today’s biggest OPM acts—BINI, Flow G, G22, KAIA, SB19, Skusta Clee, and SunKissed Lola—the event marked a bold new milestone in Puregold’s phenomenal rise in the entertainment space.
What It Means to Bury a Ghost: A Retrospective Review of ‘Silent Hill 2’
Let’s return to the ‘Silent Hill 2’ remake—perhaps 2024’s surprise success—and examine what it says about how we remember, reframe, and remain tethered to the original game and the things we need to outlive.
‘Shrek The Musical’ is swamped with all-Filipino lead stars
Get ready to laugh out loud as Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and Lord Farquaad bring their swampy adventures to the Philippine stage adaptation of ‘Shrek The Musical.’