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Get ready to feel the heat as the global dance sensation Burn the Floor: Ballroom Reinvented storms into The Theatre at Solaire from July 10 to 15, 2025 , for a limited run that promises to set the Manila stage ablaze with passion, rhythm, and electrifying energy. Fresh off its world tour spanning over 180 cities , this latest installment of Burn the Floor is more than just a ballroom show—it’s a theatrical experience that reimagines classic dance for the modern age. And today, Burn the Floor and GMG Productions are thrilled to announce the full international cast that will be lighting up the stage this July. A Proud Homecoming: Dion Holganza Joins the Cast Among the dazzling lineup of dancers and performers is Filipino vocal powerhouse Dion Holganza , hailing from Cebu City . From her roots fronting local bands to captivating audiences on cruise ship stages around the world, Dion has proven herself as a dynamic talent. After making her Burn the Floor debut internationally, this...

🎪 A story of sisterhood, survival, and spotlighted strangeness opens this July at the Power Mac Center Spotlight Black Box Theater. After back-to-back hits like Little Shop of Horrors: A Bloodthirsty Musical Comedy and Next to Normal , The Sandbox Collective is diving headfirst into the freakish and the fabulous with its next major production: Side Show: The Musical —opening this July 26, 2025 at Power Mac Center Spotlight Black Box Theater , Circuit Makati. The full cast has just been announced, and it’s an all-star mix of Philippine theater legends, rising stars, and curious sideshow talents who are ready to sing their truth in full spotlight . 🎭 About the Show Set in 1930s America, Side Show is a fictionalized musical drama inspired by the real-life story of Daisy and Violet Hilton , conjoined twins who found fame, exploitation, and fleeting freedom as vaudeville performers. It’s a haunting, heart-wrenching tale of sisterhood, spectacle, and the pursuit of love in a world t...

Now running until June 8 at Newport Performing Arts Theater, Pasay Mother’s Day may have passed last May 11 , but it’s never too late to honor the women who raised, inspired, and loved us—whether they’re our biological nanays, our chosen momshies, or the fierce drag mothers who taught us to survive and slay. That spirit of unconditional love, tough mentoring, and quiet resilience takes center stage in Delia D.: A Musical Featuring the Songs of Jonathan Manalo —now playing at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Pasay until June 8, 2025 . With powerhouse performances, original Filipino pop hits, and deeply emotional storytelling, this original musical gives us two unforgettable mothers who helped shape the journey of one unforgettable queen. Anet and Mama Eme: Two Sides of Motherhood, One Message of Love John “Sweet” Lapus as Mama Eme and Joann Yap Co as Anet At the center of Delia D. is Delia, a drag performer with dreams of making it big as a legitimate singer. But behind her...

The legacy of National Artist for Visual Arts Arturo Luz takes center stage once again with "Streamlined II," a rare and highly anticipated exhibition running from June 3 to 16 at the Art Center, 4th Floor, SM Megamall Building A , Mandaluyong City. Presented by Renaissance Art Gallery and curated by artist-critic Cid Reyes , the exhibit builds on the success of its earlier iteration, further exploring the timeless visual language and structural elegance that define Luz’s iconic style. This second edition offers visitors a renewed appreciation of Luz’s pursuit of formal purity, disciplined composition, and minimalism that continues to influence generations of Filipino artists. A Singular Vision in Modern Abstraction Luz, declared a National Artist in 1997, began his journey in art as early as 17 years old. Inspired by the quiet restraint of Mexican painter Rufino Tamayo and the imaginative line work of Paul Klee , Luz developed his own aesthetic vocabulary— a linear ...

The stage is set to shine brighter this theater season as Jon Santos makes a thrilling return in two back-to-back productions from The Sandbox Collective . First comes Bawat Bonggang Bagay in June for Pride Month, followed by Side Show: The Musical in July. Together, these productions offer a celebration of queerness, resilience, and the power of storytelling. Bawat Bonggang Bagay : A Brilliant Homecoming for Pride Month After sold-out runs in 2023 and 2024, Bawat Bonggang Bagay (BBB) returns for a limited engagement this June. Presented by Sandbox Co.labs in partnership with Ayala Land  and Circuit Makati , the production features Jon Santos reprising his acclaimed role for the fourth time. A Filipino adaptation of Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe’s Every Brilliant Thing , BBB was translated by Guelan Luarca and directed by Jenny Jamora , who won a Gawad Buhay Award for her work on the show. The play is an immersive, interactive experience that invites audiences to re...

On May 22, the historic Bowers Museum in California will become the stage for an unforgettable fusion of ancient history and modern couture. The spotlight shines on Alexis Bong Monsanto , the Filipino-born Hollywood fashion designer, who will unveil a breathtaking new collection inspired by the Qin Dynasty during the museum's prestigious fundraising gala. Timed with the launch of the museum’s World of the Terracotta Warriors: New Archaeological Discoveries exhibition, this fashion event promises an evening of cultural richness, luxury, and innovation. Monsanto was specially commissioned by Bowers Museum to create a collection that visually complements the historical exhibit. What he has crafted is nothing short of regal. Recognized in Los Angeles and beyond as Hollywood’s Fashion Expert , Monsanto is known for creating timeless, feminine silhouettes with meticulous detail. A proud alumnus of Otis College of Art and Design and founder of the Alexis Monsanto Atelier in LA, his desi...

If you’ve ever wanted to see the beautifully presented tropes of the Filipino entertainment industry—complete with gossip you’ve only whispered about—laid bare in musical form, Delia D. delivers that fantasy in spades. Currently running at the Newport Performing Arts Theater until June 8, Delia D.: A Musical Featuring the Songs of Jonathan Manalo is more than a jukebox musical—it’s a pop-culture spectacle that struts proudly in six-inch heels and unflinching honesty. Phi Palmos is Delia. From the first glittering moment to the show’s bittersweet final chord, Phi commands the stage with a performance so nuanced, raw, and comedic that it blurs the line between actor and character. His sharp comedic timing —smart, precise, and rooted in truth—lets every one-liner land with clarity, while still giving space for vulnerability to rise naturally. It’s a rare blend that turns Delia into more than just a queen—it makes her iconic. The musical, created by Full House Theater Company and hel...