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Phi Palmos Leads DELIA D., A New Musical
by Oliver Oliveros - Jan 23, 2025

Newport World Resorts (NWR) premieres another original Filipino musical, 'Delia D,' featuring songs from Jonathan Manalo, songwriter, and music producer known for hit songs 'Gusto Ko Nang Bumitaw,' 'Pagbigyang Muli,' and 'Pinoy Ako.'

REP Kicks Off 88th Season with I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
by Oliver Oliveros - Jan 20, 2025

Repertory Philippines (REP), one of the leading forces in Philippine theater, has announced its 88th Season, which opens with 'I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change' (Feb. 20-March 9). Directed by Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, the romantic comedy premiered on the REP stage last year and is one of Off-Broadway’s longest-running musical revues.

PAROKYA NI EDGAR Musical Plays Last Two Weeks at Newport Performing Arts Theatre
by Oliver Oliveros - Jun 10, 2024

How can Newport World Resorts top its biggest original Pinoy musical hit, ''Ang Huling El Bimbo'? Work around the music catalog of another beloved OPM band, Parokya ni Edgar.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Philippines Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Philippines Awards; HAMILTON, THE RECONCILIATION DINNER, PETA Theater Center & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards; HAMILTON, THE RECONCILIATION DINNER, PETA Theater Center & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Parokya ni Edgar Musical to Feature All-Female Leads
by Oliver Oliveros - Dec 6, 2023

Newport World Resorts (NWR), through theatrical producer Full House Theater Company, has announced the all-female lead cast for its newest original Filipino musical, 'Buruguduystunstugudunstuy: Ang Parokya ni Edgar Musical.' Its principal cast includes Kyle Napuli Marynor Madamesila, Tex de Leon, and Natasha Cabrera.

BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards December 5th Standings; HAMILTON Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards; THE RECONCILIATION DINNER Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

VIDEO: Watch Excerpts from ANG HULING EL BIMBO (2023)
by Oliver Oliveros - May 1, 2023

Full House Theater Company and Newport World Resorts’ hit jukebox musical “Ang Huling El Bimbo” (AHEB), featuring hefty song selections from the late ‘80s to ‘90s Filipino alternative rock band Eraserheads, held its gala night on Apr. 27, 2023, which officially opened its third run of the beloved musical at the Newport Performing Arts Theatre.

Video: ANG HULING EL BIMBO Returns to the Newport Performing Arts Theatre
by Oliver Oliveros - May 1, 2023

Full House Theater Company and Newport World Resorts’ hit jukebox musical 'Ang Huling El Bimbo'(AHEB), featuring hefty song selections from the late ‘80s to ‘90s Filipino alternative rock band Eraserheads, held its gala night on Apr. 27, 2023, which officially opened its third run of the beloved musical at the Newport Performing Arts Theatre.

Video: CAROUSEL Cast, Musical Director Take Opening Night Bows
by Oliver Oliveros - Nov 27, 2022

Repertory Philippines, one of the country’s pioneering theater companies, officially opened its 85th season with a reimagined production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic 'Carousel' on November 26.

VIDEO: After a Three-Year Wait, Gian Magdangal to Play Billy--Finally
by Oliver Oliveros - Nov 23, 2022

Over three years ago (blame the COVID-19 pandemic), actor-singer Gian Magdangal was announced to play the conflicted leading man, Billy Bigelow, in a reimagined take on a classic, 'Carousel.'

LAPULAPU, ANG DATU NG MACTAN at the Metropolitan Theatre Streams Oct. 24
by BWW Staff - Oct 13, 2021

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) will stream the musical 'Lapulapu, ang Datu ng Mactan,' staged at the newly-conserved Metropolitan Theatre (MET), on October 24, 2021.

New Musical LAPULAPU, DATU NG MACTAN Will Stream From the Metropolitan Theatre August 30th
by Alan Henry - Jul 22, 2021

A new musical, Lapulapu, Datu ng Mactan, will stream online next month on August 30, 2021. The production will be performed, broadcast and stre

Repertory Philippines Announces Workshop For the Performing Arts Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2021

The REP Workshop for the Performing Arts goes online with classes starting this February 22 to March 20, 2021.

REP Retells the Story of Ibong Adarna; Show Runs Sept. 14-Jan. 26
by Oliver Oliveros - Aug 28, 2019

The story of the Ibong Adarna has captivated children across the Philippines for generations. Now, Repertory Philippines (REP) is bringing the colorful tale to life with a new English version called 'The Quest for the Adarna.'

VIDEO: Get a First Look at Repertory Philippines' New Production of MIONG
by Alan Henry - Mar 4, 2019

Was Emilio 'Miong' Aguinaldo, the first president of the Philippines, a hero or a traitor?

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of MIONG at REP Philippines?
by Alan Henry - Feb 25, 2019

MIONG opened at REP Philippines on February 22 and is running through March 10, 2019.

BWW Review: REP's MIONG Tells Its Side of the Story
by Vince Vicentuan - Feb 21, 2019

They say that history is written by the victors, its integrity dependent on who actually wrote it.