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A retelling of the Arthurian legend for the iPhone generation, “The Kid Who Would Be King” is a thrilling adventure for the young and the young at heart. “The Kid Who Would Be King” follows the adventures of an average school kid Alex (Louis Ashbourne Serkis) draw Excalibur, the magical sword of King Arthur, from a building site and go on a magical quest — with pals old and new — to save Britain from the forces of darkness. Standing in the gang’s way is malevolent enchantress Morgana (Rebecca Ferguson), King Arthur’s half-sister, whose belief that the sword is rightfully hers has twisted her to evil. Buried in a tree in the bowels of the Earth by Arthur and his magician Merlin (Sir Patrick Stewart/Angus Imrie), Morgana looks to take back the sword using an army of undead knights and her terrifying ability to shapeshift, buoyed by a deep conviction that she is the true heir to the throne. Opening very soon from 20th Century Fox this January 23.

From the studio that brought you “A Miracle on 34th Street” and “Home Alone,” everyone’s favorite disreputable superhero returns to the big screen with a fairytale twist on Deadpool 2 that the whole family can enjoy. With over 20 minutes of never-before-seen footage, “Once Upon A Deadpool” is jam-packed with festive surprises that will open on January 16 in select cinemas nationwide. “Once Upon A Deadpool” is the kid-friendly version of Deadpool 2 movie, now rated PG (Parental Guidance) by the MTRCB. With the lower rating, the movie can now be seen on the big screen by younger children (below 13 years old). Catch “Once Upon A Deadpool” in PH cinemas starting January 16.

Global pop singing sensation and 2019 double Grammy nominee Dua Lipa, will co-write and perform a new single, “Swan Song,” for Twentieth Century Fox’s Alita: Battle Angel, the epic action-adventure from producers James Cameron and Jon Landau (Avatar) and director Robert Rodriguez (Sin City). The film will be released in Philippine cinemas on February 6. “From the moment we saw her video for ‘New Rules,’ we knew that Dua Lipa would be the perfect artist to do a song for Alita: Battle Angel,” commented Producer Jon Landau. “She has the kick-ass strength, power and attitude in her performances that Alita embodies in the movie. Jim, Robert and I are thrilled to have her onboard and are confident she will make 'Swan Song' the perfect inspiring and empowering anthem for our film.” Said Lipa, “I am intrigued at both Alita herself, and the amazing team of creators that came together to make this movie possible. I see a little of myself in her, in both her badass spirit and our ...

(Manila, DECEMBER 2018) THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA the world’s most popular musical today announced the remaining cast members for the long-awaited Asian tour. Presented in Manila by PLDT Smart, the musical premieres at The Theatre at Solaire for a limited season from February 20,2019 and tickets are now on sale through Ticketworld.com.ph. Following his successful stints as Che in Evita and Pharaoh in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, theatre star Jonathan Roxmouth returns to play the title role of “The Phantom”. Joining the tour as the beautiful young soprano “Christine” is Meghan Picerno and rounding up the principal cast is Matt Leisy, who will be playing the role of “Raoul”. James Borthwick Curt Olds Beverly Chiat THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will also be starring James Borthwick, Curt Olds, Beverley Chiat, Melina Kalomas, Thabiso Masemene, Kiruna-Lind Devar, Sebastian Zokoza, Mike Huff, Joseph DePietro, Eric Anthony Lopez, Luke Grooms, Ian Jon Bourg, Michael G...

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Manila Wrestling Federation - the hottest and fastest-rising live entertainment spectacle in Metro Manila - continues its unique blend of athleticism and "AksyoNovela" storytelling into its special holiday presentation, "MWF 6: Noche Buena", to be held at the UP Bahay ng Alumni, Diliman, Quezon City on December 1, Saturday. Gates open at 5:00 pm. Offering more of its ever so highly entertaining and action-packed brand in the jolliest month and closing their first official year with exciting matches and fun-filled stories, MWF shares the gift of awesome wrestling that will have you wanting to be Nice instead of Naughty in Santa’s list. The Federation’s resident hypebeast Khayl Sison, who is quickly becoming one of Philippine entertainment’s most naughtiest hated villain, has issued an open challenge to anyone who wants to try taking him down. Who will step up to the plate?   The ever-cool MWF resident action hero Gigz Stryker and his t...

The cinemas are set for the latest powerful collaboration of highly-respected filmmakers James Cameron, Jon Landau and Robert Rodriguez in another yet unparalleled cinematic experience in “Alita: Battle Angel” in 2019. 20th Century Fox has just released its Battle Ready Trailer (20th Century Fox PH Facebook page and 20thcenturyfoxph YouTube channel). Opening soon in 2019 in PH cinemas, based on Yukito Kishiro’s classic Manga series, “Alita: Battle Angel” is set in the 26th century, 300 years after the Great Wars when all but one of the great Sky Cities fell and technology was set back centuries. It’s a story about a cyborg girl named Alita (Rosa Salazar) whose cyber core, having been discarded from the Sky City above, is rescued from a Scrapyard by a grieving father, Ido (Christoph Waltz). She is repaired with a new doll-­like cyber-­body that Ido built long ago for his paraplegic daughter. Tragically, the daughter died before Ido finished making the body. Alita, in many ways...

(Manila, NOVEMBER 2018) THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA the world’s most popular musical today announced the three principal cast members for the long-awaited Asian tour. Presented in Manila by PLDT Smart, the musical premieres at The Theatre at Solaire for a limited season from February 20,2019 and tickets are now on sale through Ticketworld.com.ph. Following his successful stints as Che in Evita and Pharaoh in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, theatre star Jonathan Roxmouth returns to play the title role of “The Phantom”. Joining the tour as the beautiful young soprano “Christine” is Meghan Picerno and rounding up the principal cast is Matt Leisy, who will be playing the role of “Raoul”. Jonathan Roxmouth’s theatre credits include Tony in West Side Story, Sweeney Todd in Sweeney Todd, Joe Gillis in Sunset Boulevard (Montecasino Theatre, Johannesburg / Theatre on the Bay, Cape Town), Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar, Munkustrap in Cats, Gaston in Beauty and the Beast (Teatr...

QUEZON CITY, PHILIPPINES – The Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) restages “Tagu- taguan, Nasaan Ang Buwan?”, an original children’s musical that will take audiences to a realm of endless possibilities with the help of a little imagination. “Tagu-taguan”, written by J-mee Katanyag and directed by Dudz Teraña (who also directed PETA’s well-loved children’s classic, “Batang Rizal”), is part of PETA’s 51 st Theater Season, “Stage of The Nation”. “Tagu-taguan” is about the forgotten land of Saysay Lupalop, a world of stories that had limitless possibilities. With the curse of the evil Papaw Halimaw, the magical realm becomes Dilim-Dilim Land, an arid and hopeless place full of fear and restrictions. It is now up to Popoy, the young descendant of Lola Basyang, to save the world of stories with the use of his shining heart. Initially unaware of this, his Lola Luna helps him rediscover this forgotten world through the help of some unlikely friends. The play is inspired by ...

After a successful run in 2016, Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas restages its critically-acclaimed production, “The Dressing Room: That Which Flows Away Ultimately Becomes Nostalgia” and its Filipino translation, “Ang Dressing Room: Kung Saan Lubusang Pangungulila ang Dulot ng Agos ng Panahon.” In a time of reflection and recovery, the play echoes the aftermath of World War II in Japan in an ironically witty and melancholic way. The story follows the lives of four actresses preparing backstage while waiting for their cue to enter onstage. These actresses take turns telling their stories, each expressing an obsessive desire to perform the lead role, which ignites a comic yet dramatic narrative about shared memories that reveal their aspirations and frustrations. Frances Makil-Ignacio, Ces Quesada, Missy Maramara, Roeder Camañag, Bobby Martino, Mitoy Sta. Ana, Maxine Ignacio, Jude Matthew Servilla, and Hariette Damole topbill the 1977 post-war Japanese play by Shimizu Kunio, bas...

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Manila Wrestling Federation - the hottest and fastest-rising live entertainment spectacle in Metro Manila - continues its unique blend of athleticism and "AksyoNovela" storytelling into its next major live presentation, "MWF 5: Todos Los Wrestling", to be held at the UP Bahay ng Alumni, Diliman, Quezon City on October 28, Sunday. Gates open at 5:00 pm. Offering more of its highly entertaining and action-packed brand this month, MWF promises surprises and thrills that will have you at the edge of your seats and screaming for more. Fresh from a victory over his mentor, Singapore wrestling star “The Eurasion Dragon”, the “Pride of Sagada” Mr. Lucha has waged war against “Mr. Philippine Wrestling” Jake De Leon from Philippine Wrestling Revolution (PWR). This heated rivalry leads to a historic cross-promotional 3-on-3 elimination tag team match with the “Motor City Angel” Chris Panzer and “Wrestling Lord and Savior” John Sebastian. With all ...

I just saw All Out Of Love last night and initial reviews have informed me that its story line is quite simple. I don't disagree. Its timeline is short, just an evening until the early morning and main characters are few. The strength of the show is in its actors and how the songs do not feel too much for a jukebox musical. The simplicity works because you do not feel overwhelmed. While it may be predictable, you are able to focus on how timeless Air Supply songs actually are. If you are a fan of the band, go and watch it and just enjoy. Go nostalgic over the wonderful vocals of the whole cast, especially MiG's, Tanya's, and Rachel's. This one's a four out of five stars for me.

By Dr. Carl Balita Productions (October 16, 2018) From Brecht’s very first production of the Caucasian Chalk Circle, to recent Filipino productions of students like Desaparesidos recognized by the theater elite, there is an undying energy within student theater groups. May it be the amateur plays of youngsters to quasi-professional campus theater groups, theirs is the most vibrant voices of our local theater scene. Recognizing this power to express, Dr. Carl Balita Productions (in collaboration with PAGCOR) will now feature members of PUP’s Sining-lahi Polyrepertory, UP Manila Dramatista, Ateneo Entablado, Ateneo Blue Repertory, Baon Collective and UP Los Baños’ Umalohokan, Inc. in the MANO-MANO THEATER FESTIVAL. And you can expect MANO-MANO to be an all-original, all-youth festival of these 4 one-act plays: Takbo Written by Dainty Cariaso. Directed by Allen Marquez. Starring Pauline Vengano and Rikki Burata. Runaway college students Ramon and Weng must come to terms of th...

One: It’s bigger and it’s better Now on its third year, Bitt3rd promises to be the best Ampalaya Monologues show ever! For the first time, monologues are intertwined so watch out for cues on how Tala may be related to Tanya, how Tanya may be related to Toby, how Toby may be related Blaire and so on. Fresh and veteran talents will give life to 10 individuals who have chosen to love and be strong enough to survive it. Will you be ready to hear their stories? Two: You are sure to relate! The theme of the show asks, “May dalawang uri ng tao ngayong gabi, ang nag-iinom at ang dahilan, sino ka sa kanila?” Whether you have loved, consoled a someone because of heartbreak, or even just have known someone who have entered a relationship, this show is for you! It could even be true that you have been both. Three: Bes update ever! Beloved Bes is back! And it's more than a comeback. This year, rather than moving forward, we look back to how Bes found the strength t...

The ground-breaking and iconic band Queen have defied the odds, remaining vanguards of music and pop culture over the decades. In the trendiest clubs around the world, DJs frequently play Queen hits, along with music from many contemporary artists whom Queen inspired. Meanwhile, until today, in football stadiums round the globe, fans stomp-stomp-clap in unison, and chant Queen’s anthemic ‘We Will Rock You’. Queen’s brand of music and beat is irresistible, the style, timeless. Transcending generations, unlike many 70s and 80s groups that came and went, Queen remains as relevant today as they were then. Directed by Bryan Singer, “Bohemian Rhapsody” stars Rami Malek in an uncanny performance as Freddie Mercury, charting Queen’s extraordinary story, from the band’s roots as bright London college students, to the dazzling heights of international stardom, when they filled stadiums across the world at record-breaking concerts, including the legendary 1985 performance at Live Aid, whic...

MANILA, Oct. 9, 2018 -- Avengers assemble!  To celebrate an impressive decade of Marvel Studios blockbusters, starting October 13 and running through October 21, sixteen films spanning the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe will be returning to Philippine theaters for the Marvel Studios 10th Anniversary Movie Marathon. Beginning with Marvel Studios’ “Iron Man,” the first film to kick off the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and all the way through this year’s releases of “Black Panther,” “Avengers: Infinity War,” and “Ant-Man and The Wasp,” MCU films will be seen in the big screen again in participating cinemas across the country. The complete list of movies to be shown includes Iron Man (2008), Thor, Thor The Dark World, Thor Ragnarok, Captain America: The First Avenger, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Ant-man, Ant-man and The Wasp, Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 1, Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 2, Doctor Strange, Black Panther, The Avengers, Avengers Age of Ultron, Captain Ame...

(Manila, OCTOBER 2018) The world’s most popular musical, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA makes a long-awaited return to Manila and will premiere at The Theatre at Solaire for a limited season from February 20, 2019. Tickets go on public sale on 8 October 2018 through ticketworld.com.ph. “God’s Gift To Musical Theatre!” The Times, UK The Andrew Lloyd Webber blockbuster has won over 70 major theatre awards, including seven Tony’s on Broadway and four Olivier Awards in the West End. , THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA became the longest running show in Broadway history on January 9, 2006 when it celebrated its 7,486th performance, surpassing the previous record holder “Cats”. On January 1, 2018 it celebrated its 13,000 th performance and later that month on January 24, the Broadway production celebrated an amazing 30 years on Broadway. “Broadway’s biggest hit!” Daily news, USA “PHANTOM is undoubtedly a musical masterpiece. We are very excited to be able to bring the show back to M...

“Martial law is the best thing that happened to the Philippines in 1972. We won’t be the developing country that we are right now if it wasn’t for the Marcoses. Learn your history,” says the social media account without a real name. Pro-HR netizens will probably go beastmode on statements like these. But before you go lit AF, maybe it’s good to take a step back, look at the bigger picture and think if “making patol” online will do you any good. Instead of wasting precious time arguing with faceless mythical beings who hide behind screens, why not log-out, get off your mobile phone or laptop, and invite family and friends to go to the theater with you, and watch A GAME OF TROLLS, PETA’s martial law musical for millennials (and millennials-at-heart!). But what’s it about? A GAME OF TROLLS is the story of Hector (Myke Salomon / TJ Valderrama), a professional keyboard warrior for Marshalls of History, a troll center who is running a pro-Martial Law campaign lead by Bimbam (...

QUEZON CITY, PHILIPPINES – After celebrating its golden anniversary and the milestone of receiving a Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2017, the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) welcomes its 51 st theater season with another breakthrough. From September 2018-June 2019, PETA devotes all aspects of its artistic and teaching practice to “Stage of the Nation”, a creative campaign that hopes to utilize the arts and engage artists to contribute to the discourses that concern our nation. PETA has always harnessed the power of the arts to capture the imagination, shape opinion and provoke feelings that could transform and affect change. “The arts, specially theater, can tell stories, make us understand history and our past. It can communicate and educate, bring people together, inspire and heal,” shares PETA executive director, Beng Cabangon in an interview. Given the political, economic and social challenges that have divided the country, PETA has dedicated all its performances,...