The graduating class of 2026 from the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) will take center stage on June 26, 2026, with “TELON;”, a one-act play with music that reflects on the realities, contradictions, and responsibilities of graduating as an Iskolar ng Bayan.

The Virgin Labfest (VLF), the country’s pioneering theater festival of untried, untested, and unstaged one-act plays, has turned these daydreams and ambitious ideas into reality since its establishment in 2005. Carrying the theme “Hubo’t Hubad” in its 21st edition, it transforms into a sanctuary for narratives that unwrap humanity’s innate hunger to be desired, seen, and celebrated.

The cast of Bongga Ka, 'Day! The Annie Batungbakal Musical is shaping up to be truly ‘bongga’, kicking with an all-star lineup of today's most sought-after theater heartthrobs.

After a successful sold-out run of Trophy Boys last April, Mad Child Productions’ vision continues for their third season, Our Coming of Age, with a lineup of productions led by young directors exploring the mortifying ordeal of finding yourself. 

This August, the company is set to stage Mga Binago Ng Araw by Guelan Varela-Luarca, whose recent written and directorial works (3Upuan, Dagitab, Kisapmata, Ang Linangan) continue to receive critical acclaim.

Live A.I.D.S. (Ang Istoryang Dinebelop ng SAMASKOM, formerly known as Acts, Improvisations, Dances and Songs) is an annual musical-comedy variety show mounted by a talent-laden student organization, UP SAMASKOM. Audiences can expect witty takes on trending topics, viral content, and familiar impersonations in its 36th run, happening from June 26 to 28 at the Ignacio B. Jimenez-KAL Theater in the University of the Philippines Diliman. 

There is a reason the Philippine 1970s era continues to live on, through music, fashion, and now, onstage. It stays vivid, defined by a word that has outlived the era itself. Bongga, a shorthand for something extravagant, expressive, and unapologetically seen.

Repertory Philippines (REP) enlivens the local theater scene as it brings the inspiring and beloved story of literary hero Don Quixote to the stage in the much-anticipated production of the seminal classic Man of La Mancha.

The Virgin Labfest (VLF) officially comes of age in its 21st edition, stripping down all pretense of innocence while showcasing the bold Filipino voice and spirit. As it nurtures emerging and established playwrights, directors, actors, and designers, it revels in the artistic and creative desires expressed through fearless storytelling.

9 Works Theatrical finally pulled back the curtains and revealed the powerhouse cast for its upcoming production, YEMAYA.

The Virgin Labfest (VLF), the theater festival of untried, untested, and unstaged one-act plays, is now accepting applications for its Writing Fellowship Program (WFP). Applications can be submitted until April 30, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (Philippine Standard Time).

Following a string of staging blockbuster hits, 9 Works Theatrical is stripping back the curtains and returning to the raw, evocative power of the stage. 9 Works proudly presents "YEMAYA," a Filipino translation of the acclaimed play Yemaya’s Belly by Pulitzer Prize winner Quiara Alegría Hudes. 

Once a Newbie Production, and now returning to the Ateneo de Manila University stage after 10 years, The Addams Family meets you once more this April to May 2026. Brought to you by Ateneo Blue Repertory, the company behind the award-winning Zsazsa Zaturnnah The Musical... ‘Yun Lang! (2023), Legally Blonde (2025), the PROM (2024), Next to Normal (2020), Spring Awakening (2019), and RENT (2018). Centered around the beloved yet extraordinary family you know and love, this comedic musical is set to grace you with a peculiarly charming time. One normal (or not) night awaits you. The Addams have saved a seat just for you at the table. Will you accept our invitation? 

Manila Improv Festival, Asia’s biggest festival for improvisational theater and comedy returns for its 7th year happening on March 25 to 29, 2026 at The Proscenium Theater, Rockwell.

After intriguing audiences with their season teasers, Mad Child Productions finally reveals the first production in their lineup this year with a staged reading of Emmanuelle Mattana’s Trophy Boys to be directed by Jillian Ita-as. Trophy Boys headlines the lineup for Mad Child’s Season Three, A.K.A. Our Coming of Age. 

Ticket selling officially begins on February 27 for the Philippine Educational Theater Association’s (PETA) biggest theatrical event of 2026, Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank 4: Oh Sh*t! It’s Live Sa Cheter! —with Metrobank credit cardholders enjoying exclusive first access to the highly anticipated production.

Solaire Resort Entertainment City is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with GMG Productions, continuing their shared mission to bring world-class theatrical experiences to Filipino audiences. 

Part of the fun of watching Bagets has always been picking a favorite member of the barkada, whether it was Adie, Arnel, Tonton, Topee, or Gilbert. As Bagets The Musical gears up for its run, Newport World Resorts has released the cast performance schedule for shows from January 23 to February 1, giving audiences a heads up on who they will be seeing on stage.

This 2026, Barefoot Theatre Collaborative, the company behind critically acclaimed productions such as Bar Boys: The Musical, Mula sa Buwan, and We Aren’t Kids Anymore, proudly presents the Asian Premiere of anthropology by Lauren Gunderson.

The Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) proudly announces the newest—and wildest—addition to the iconic “Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank” universe. After two blockbuster films and one hit series, the franchise is finally leaping from screen to stage with its live theatrical installment, from June 19 to August 16, 2026, at the PETA Theater Center.

The critically acclaimed BAR BOYS: THE MUSICAL will be extending for one final weekend with 2 additional shows on November 29 (Saturday) at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM at the Hyundai Hall, Areté in Quezon City aside from the previously announced November 30 shows. The musical MUST CLOSE on November 30, 2025