CULTURE

New local press Exploding Galaxies brings forgotten Filipino literary stars back to life

The press is expanding our Filipiniana shelves one thoughtfully-designed book at a time, starting with Wilfrido D. Nolledo’s postmodernist novel, “But for the Lovers”

Jonathan Larson’s ‘Tick, Tick… Boom!’ is returning to the local stage

The semi-autobiographical musical tells the story of an aspiring composer rethinking his decision to pursue his musical theater dreams before his thirtieth birthday

Jeepneycore and basketball court dance floors inspired this Budots rave’s Pinoy maximalist stage

Manila Community Radio’s Boiler Room Budots showcase was not just about the grassroots sound, it was also a celebration of Filipino maximalism that production designer Paul Jatayna faithfully staged for the rave

No weekend plans? Visit these museums—for free

In celebration of International Museum Day, these museums have waived entrance fees for visitors this weekend

This free lecture and exhibit wants to teach people about the historic San Nicolas district

Over 40 works of art depicting San Nicolas by the Urban Sketchers community will be on display at the Instituo Cervantes’ Intramuros location

The whole world celebrates Cinco de Mayo. Except most of Mexico

If you’re going out for Cinco de Mayo, you should *at least* know why you’re celebrating in the first place

‘Breakups and Breakdowns’ is a love letter to rom coms

On its fifth run and latest version, the musical comedy has cracked the code to the elusive light and fluffy romantic comedy

Museya Kafé by Margarita Forés is one more reason to go to Ayala Museum

Complete your museum day out with delicious fare at the newly opened museum cafe

Bluerep’s ‘Zsazsa Zaturnnah’ had high goals only the cast could reach

The dynamic mix of veteran and student actors headlined by Kim Molina and Phi Palmos more than make up for what the world-building and design lack

‘Hamilton’ is coming to Manila, and we don’t think we can say no to this

The multi-award winning historical rap musical featuring one of America’s founding fathers is *finally* making its way to Asia