musical theater

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‘Bar Boys’ original musical: Remarkable beyond reasonable doubt

Although adapted from a 2017 Cinemalaya film of the same title, “Bar Boys” stands on its own with a balanced production that proves to be one of the best shows running this season

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The trippy, theatrical spectacle that is the Parokya ni Edgar musical

The newest jukebox musical is an amalgamation of comedy with commentary, women empowerment(?) with crass jokes, crazy randomness with a story that somehow works but also… does it?

‘Miss Saigon’ makes a spectacular return to Manila

More than two decades since it was staged in Manila, “Miss Saigon” returns with more Filipinos in its cast, a testament to the heritage of talent it has fostered over the years

The real return of live theater is now, and we’re here for it

2023 was a rich and busy year for local theater, and this year’s gearing up to be even better

“Here Lies Love” is dancing its last dance on Broadway

The first Broadway musical featuring an all-Filipino cast is playing its last performance on Nov. 26

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‘Silver Lining’ attempts to artistically bridge generations’ experiences and history

The musical, past its glitzy exterior, tries to untangle a web of regrets, unresolved histories towards a hopeful resolution

Even with just two actors, ‘The Last Five Years’ delivers a cataclysmically full-hearted show

“The Last Five Years” may only feature two actors, but the production delivers a full house of emotion and technical prowess

September and October productions for every kind of theater-goer

Take your pick from original Filipino work, Broadway blockbusters, to thought-provoking pieces

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On turning 30 and coming of age through ‘Tick, Tick… Boom!’

Jonathan Larson’s autobiographical musical speaks loudly to this generation of creatives

‘The Last Five Years’ is coming to the stage soon—and we’re already (still) hurting

Stock up on your tissues, musical fans. Jason Robert Brown’s heartbreaking ode to relationships is coming to the local stage