HALUHALO: THEATER
‘Walang Aray’: Musical Theater For Love, the Country, and the Filipino Seeking a Future Classic
Love stories are one of the country’s most iconic expressions of art. Whether it’s the love yearned for between Crisóstomo Ibarra and Maria Clara, or the love stories on the silver screen, to be Filipino is to talk about love. Walang Aray, a love story between two people on the surface that expands to look at the love everyone else around them fights for, is one of those works that announces itself as one of the definitive Philippine love stories staged in modern-day.
The Worth of Words in 'Pingkian: Isang Musikal’
'Pingkian: Isang Musikal' is a rousing spectacle that remains grounded in its revolutionary spirit.
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.
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.
2024 Philippine Theater: A Curtain Call to Excellence
As we reflect on the remarkable moments of the past year in the theater scene, here are some of the highlights that made 2024 an unforgettable year for stage performances
The Sandbox Collective’s ‘Next to Normal’: A Portrait of a Filipino Family
The Sandbox Collective’s ‘Next to Normal’ offers the audience a chair at the Goodman family’s dinner table, allowing us to see past the walls they’ve built for themselves and into their heart of hearts.