DO NOT MISS: Twin Bill Theater's #SuicideInc Reminds Us That It is #TimeToTalk About Mental Health

-

"Although there are 4.5 million depressed Filipinos – the highest in Southeast Asia — only one out of three who suffer from depression will seek the help of a specialist, according to WHO. One third will not even be aware of their condition."
Source: http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/524070/lifestyle/healthandwellness/special-report-suicide-and-the-pinoy-youth

Mental illness exists even if it is taboo in a society like ours. Studies suggest that suicide is increasing among the youth even if we still have one of the lowest, if not the lowest rates. This is the main issue that Suicide Incorporated would want the audience to think about. Twin Bill Theater advocates that it is #TimeToTalk about it.
Written by Andrew Hinderaker for Off-Broadway year 2010, this mix of comedy and tragedy imagines how it could be if there was a company who helps you in writing your suicide note. For this run, The PARC Foundation in San Juan houses all 10 performances from July 15, 2016 to July 31, 2016. What appears to resemble a dance studio is converted into a black box theater.
Even if the show is a one act play that runs for an hour and twenty minutes without intermission, the script is packed with much meaning. It tackles the heaviness of suicide, guilt, and other thoughts and emotions related to mental health from different sides without going too dark. This is thanks to well-timed comedic lines. Jay Pangilinan's sound design effectively adds to the tension as every scene lead to a more intense one. Joseph Matheu excels in lighting the stage as darkness and light become clues on how the story unravels as they are wonderfully directed by Steven Conde. All over the stage are words of different styles and lengths. Despite the differences in fonts and sizes, these famous last words draw you in and immediately set the mood as you enter the theater. Set design is by Ed Lacson
Everyone in the cast was simply exceptional! The time that they have spent to study their characters are very much evident in the delivery of their lines and in their movement. The intensity of their acting show their experience as theater actors. The material demands good actors and each one exceeded this.
Being one who was suicidal and currently struggling with some mental issues, and having close friends who are battling illnesses, the play did take a stab into my gut and I had to take a few moments to recover. I imagine that it will make people more aware of who among them may have signs of mental illness. Some may even realize through the play that they need to seek professional help. As per Twin Bill Theater, psychologists will be available during talkbacks after each performance. It is prime time that more people know and start to understand what mental illness really is. Kudos to the whole production for initiating this and may efforts move forward!
Now it's your turn to move forward, purchase tickets, and witness this rare production! Have an open, curious mind and enjoy theater this month with Suicide Incorporated!
Q&A during the Press Preview
Here's a quick message from Twin Bill Theater's Facebook Page:

We are on our way to opening, what are you waiting for? Suicide, Incorporated at The PARC Foundation!

To purchase tickets, head on over to https://goo.gl/bwsLkF or communicate with 0927-460-4652/0916-775-9374.

Showdates
July 15, 2016 - Friday - 8PM
July 16, 2016 - Saturday - 8PM
July 17, 2016 - Sunday - 3PM
July 22, 2016 - Friday - 8PM
July 23, 2016 - Saturday - 8PM
July 24, 2016 - Sunday - 3PM
July 29, 2016 - Friday - 8PM
July 30, 2016 - Saturday - 3PM
July 30, 2016 - Saturday - 8PM
July 31, 2016 - Sunday - 3PM

More updates will be posted on our social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @twinbilltheater.

MENTAL HEALTH, LET'S TALK ABOUT IT.

Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)

Much thanks to our major sponsor, Rexona and to our online media partner, Theater Fans Manila!

‪#‎timetotalk‬
‪#‎suicideinc‬

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Cinema Paradiso Al Fresco at MiraNila: A Concert and Outdoor Film Screening in Manila this February 2026

-
Image
Anyone searching for a unique February 2026 event in Manila will find something remarkable at MiraNila Heritage House . On February 5, 2026 , the historic 1929 home in Cubao opens its gates for Cinema Paradiso Al Fresco , a one-night blend of live music, heritage tours, and an outdoor film screening that feels crafted for those who want culture presented with intimacy and intention. Stepping into MiraNila already feels like entering a preserved chapter of Manila’s past. Guests begin the evening with a guided heritage house tour , moving through rooms that hold nearly a century of stories. This gentle immersion sets up the mood for the night, grounding visitors before the music and film unfold on the front lawn. The concert itself features two celebrated international artists. Violinist Alessio Benvenuti , widely recognized for his national and international impact, performs alongside pianist Mariel Ilusorio , an artist whose work has reached audiences across four continents. Their pro...
Read more

Brickman Wonders of the World Extends in Manila Until March 8, 2026

-
Image
You don’t need to leave Manila to see the world—just a little more time to stay with it. Brickman Wonders of the World , the globally acclaimed LEGO® exhibition presented by GMG Productions , has officially extended its Manila run until March 8, 2026 , at The Space at Solaire . Originally scheduled to close in February, the extension gives families, students, and LEGO fans an extra month to experience a world tour built entirely from imagination, precision, and bricks. It’s not just an extension of dates. It’s an extension of possibility. A World Reimagined Through LEGO Bricks Inside Brickman Wonders of the World , familiar landmarks rise in unexpected ways. More than 45 iconic sites from across the globe —including the Taj Mahal , Leaning Tower of Pisa , and Arc de Triomphe —are recreated in LEGO form, some towering as high as 3.6 meters . Up close, the spectacle softens into detail. Patterns emerge. Techniques reveal themselves. You begin to notice how each structure was assembled br...
Read more

Tones Through Time: A Free Piano Concert at FEU Tracing the History of Western Music

-
Image
Before a single note is played, there is already a journey waiting to unfold, one that moves not through space, but through centuries of sound. On January 21, the Far Eastern University Center for the Arts opens the doors of the FEU Auditorium to that journey with Tones Through Time: A Musical Odyssey , a free admission informational piano concert led by internationally acclaimed pianist and educator Dr. Raffi Kasparian . This is not simply a recital. It is an invitation to listen with context, to hear how Western music grew, shifted, and responded to the world across generations. Through carefully chosen works and thoughtful narration, the concert traces the evolution of musical language from the Baroque period to the 20th century, guiding audiences through Classical balance, Romantic emotion, Impressionistic color, and modern experimentation. The result is an experience designed not only to be heard, but understood. Listening as Learning Tones Through Time: A Musical Odyssey is buil...
Read more