‘Bar Boys: The Musical’ to return this 2025 with an all-new staging
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Last year, Bar Boys: A New Musical made its highly anticipated debut and quickly became a standout hit in the local theater scene. With two sold-out runs in May and September, the production drew over 9,000 audience members, many of whom left singing the songs, moved by the story, and seeing themselves reflected in its characters.
This original Filipino musical resonated deeply with people. More than just a law school story, it became a heartfelt celebration of dreams, ambition, and enduring friendship — told in a way that felt honest, timely, and unmistakably Filipino.
2024 offered the shapers of the musical space to explore and take bold, creative risks. Now, building on its powerful story and music, the production is able to dream bigger as it steps onto a larger stage of the Arete in Quezon City — not as a rerun, but as an all-new staging, as Bar Boys: The Musical.
TO OUR FIRST BELIEVERS
The success of the production would not have been possible without its first believers — the very first audiences who supported the show. As a gesture of gratitude, Barefoot Collab is holding an exclusive early access sale from June 13 to 27 to everyone who watched last year, offering a 30% OFF gift for limited seats in select shows. Past audiences can check bit.ly/barboysgift for more information.
ROAD TO OPENING NIGHT
Leading up to opening night, Barefoot Theatre Collaborative is cooking up more than just a new staging. Expect a lineup of events and surprises — from sneak peeks and artist encounters to fun gatherings made for theater lovers. Stay tuned for how to be part of this journey.
OPENS OCT 24 2025
LIMITED ENGAGEMENT ONLY!
It’s an exciting season ahead! See you at the theater?
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