HALUHALO: THEATER
All About ‘Bar Boys: The Musical’ 2025 Rerun at Arete
Still deciding whether to catch its rerun at Arete? Here is everything you need to know about this production.
The spectacle of ‘The Bodyguard The Musical’
The performances are definitely highlights of The Bodyguard The Musical, but no amount of “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” encores can save this production.
‘Para Kay B’: All About Lucas
The play is ultimately the confrontation of the male writer and the power of literature. It can create worlds and transport you into them.
On time and grief: Scene Change’s ‘3 Upuan’ and ‘Dagitab’
There are numerous works of art surrounded by the topic of grief in hopes we can come to terms with it. What we learn is grief and the passage of time while dealing with grief are different to everyone. In the two recent plays from Scene Change, 3 Upuan and Dagitab, these two forces are the primal focuses. Both plays, written by Guelan Varela-Luarca, handled the themes in different ways and were done with care and knowledge about the themes.
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.
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.
Resilience of Humanity and of Those Who Come From Away
The beauty of humankind is found in compassion, and ‘Come From Away’ displayed this wonderful act of goodness.
Omigod! Ateneo Blue Repertory’s ‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’ Was Perfect!
Ateneo Blue Repertory has consistently been putting out spectacular musical productions and their production of ‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’ was beyond perfect.
Sh*t, We Really Aren't Kids Anymore
Watching the Barefoot Theatre Collaborative's ‘We Aren’t Kids Anymore’ was an emotional journey as an adult still figuring it all out. Sometimes we just need a piece of art that makes us feel seen and heard, for someone to tell us that we'll get through it.
Stage is the Perfect Medium for 'Anino sa Likod ng Buwan'
Watching the film with the knowledge of the play finally being staged this year, I kept agreeing with that decision: maybe theater is the perfect place for ‘Anino sa Likod ng Buwan.’
What to expect with The Sandbox Collective’s ‘Next to Normal’
The Sandbox Collective had a great run in 2024, with its production of Little Shop of Horrors and Tiny Beautiful Things. They are now back with their first offering this 2025, Next to Normal. The show features music by Tom Kitt and book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey.
‘Sandosenang Sapatos’ REVIEW: For the dreamers despite of it all
The ending of Sandosenang Sapatos ultimately seals the show’s overall thesis: unconditional love can never be broken, no matter how many storms test its strength.
‘Bar Boys: A New Musical’ and what it means to fight for justice
Barefoot Theater Collaborative’s rerun of ‘Bar Boys: A New Musical’ is the hottest show currently running right now, if you're intrigued by the cast's tremendous performance and the compelling tale of justice and friendship it tells.