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TWO AND FOUR @ SIX Violinist Gina Medina Perez, pianist Mary Anne Espina and the Emanon Quartet on Oct. 14, 6 pm at the CCP Little Theater (Roxas Blvd., Pasay). ✆ 891.9999 10th HALINA'T UMUWI: THE PHILIPPINE CHILDREN'S CHOIR FESTIVAL Featuring Maria Theresa Visconde-Roldan, conductor and Jude Roldan, music director, Philippine Meister Singers and conductor Ramon Molina Lijuaco, Jr., University of Santo Tomas Singers with conductor Fidel Gener Calalang, Jr. Oct. 14, 4 pm at the CCP Main Theater (Roxas Blvd., Pasay). ✆ 891.9999 MADLY FILIPINIANA: A REVELRY OF PHILIPPINE CLASSIC MUSIC A concert of Philippine traditional music and art songs featuring premiere soprano Rachelle Gerodias. Joined by Dr. Raul Sunico, baritone Byeong In Park, Jett Pangan, Koro ng Unda and the Kalilayan Folk Dance Troupe accompanied by chamber orchestra. Oct. 14 and 21, shows at 7 pm at Globe Auditorium, Maybank Performing Arts Theater (BGC Arts Center, 26th St. cor. 9th Ave., BGC, Taguig). ✆ 891.9999 LYNN RUTH MILLER Oct. 18-Relik Bar in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Oct. 19-Union Jack Tavern in Makati. Shows at 6 pm. ✆ 911.5555 THE DREAM TOUR: MAYMAY IN CONCERT Oct. 19, 8 pm at Hoops Dome Arena (Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu). ✆ 891.9999 LEA SALONGA: 40TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT Oct. 19 and 20, shows at 8 pm at the PICC Plenary Hall (CCP Complex, Pasay). ✆ 891.9999 AKAPELA OPEN INTERNATIONAL Finalists: Astrafellas, Calafellas, ConChords, KNKTD, MVibe, PhiSix, PSquare, Sayil, Syncofellas, Vocalmyx. Oct. 20, 7 pm at the CCP Main Theater (Roxas Blvd., Pasay) ✆ 891.9999 KUH LEDESMA AND CHRISTIAN BAUTISTA Sings Streisand, Groban and Legrand on Oct. 20, 8 pm at The Tent, Solaire Resort & Casino (1 Aseana Ave., Parañaque). ✆ 891.9999 IT'S A GIRL THING (IAGT) It’s a Girl Thing returns to Manila and brings another all female lineup of world renowned social stars to deliver powerful and insightful talks and performances. Oct. 20, 4:30 pm at ABS-CBN Vertis Tent (Mindanao Ave., QC). Free admission. ✆ 891.9999 A1 ANNIVERSARY REUNION Oct. 21 and 22, shows at 8 pm at Kia Theater (Araneta Center, Cubao, QC). ✆ 911.5555
DANCE THEATER
GUADALUPE – THE MUSICAL Book and lyrics by Joel Trinidad, music by Ejay Yatco, choreography by Julie and Rose Borromeo and directed by Baby Barredo. Runs until Oct. 14 at the Meralco Theater (Ortigas Ave., Meralco Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig). ✆ 891.9999 MAMA MIA The world’s sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical, a tale of love, friendship and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of Abba. Runs until Oct. 16 at The Theater at Solaire Resort (Parañaque). ✆ 891.9999 MY NIGHT WITH LEA An unauthorized, completely fictional account of a debauched evening with the foremost figure in Philippine musical theatre, My Night With Lea revels in and examines one young lady’s love and obsession with Lea and the magic of Broadway. Oct. 20, 8:30 pm at Pineapple Lab (6053 R. Palma St., Brgy. Poblacion, Makati). ✆ 891.9999 A GAME OF TROLLS Written by Liza Magtoto and Directed by Maribel Legarda. A martial law musical for millennials, will have a limited run this Oct. 14, 20-21. Performances at Peta Theater Center (Eymard Drive, New Manila, QC). ✆ 819.9999 BAKA NAMAN HINDI A Filipino adaptation of Georges Feydeau’s A Flea
in Her Ear. A classic farce filled with innuendo, physical comedy and snappy dialogue. Starring Ricky Davao and Rina Reyes. Directed by Dennis Marasigan. Oct. 18 to 21 at CCP Little Theater (Roxas Blvd., Pasay). ✆ 891.9999 ALL OUT OF LOVE THE MUSICAL Features the classic songs of Air Supply, and an original script skilfully woven into a new love story by award winning Canadian playwright Jim Millan. Oct. 18 to 28 at Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila (#10 Newport Blvd., Pasay).
✆ 891.9999 ANG PAG-UUSIG: THE CRUCIBLE BY ARTHUR MILLER A play that dramatizes how “the establishment” is used as a tool of the powerful few in exerting its force to condemn the innocent. It is a metaphor for the “witch hunt” and stands as an allegory of our country’s current political and social state. Translation by Jerry Respeto and directed by Dennis Marasigan. Runs until Oct. 28 at the CCP Studio Theater (Roxas Blvd., Pasay). ✆ 891.9999 RAPUNZEL: A VERY HAIRY FAIRY TALE Hold on to your hair and prepare for a brand new magical musical re-telling of the classic fairy tale. Directed by Joy Virata. Runs until Jan. 13, 2019 at Onstage Theater (Greenbelt 1, Makati). ✆ 891.9999 VISUAL ARTS BENILDE@30, THE EXHIBIT The core of the exhibit are 30 collage boxes featuring community partnerships. Created by 30 students and alumni, the artworks contain significant materials and information about the communities, key Benildeans and their partners, as well as a narrative of the story behind the partnerships. Until Oct. 27 at 12/F Gallery, SDA Bldg. (De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, Manila). PAYSAGE: THE LANDSCAPES OF HANS BRUMANN Recent sculptures and watercolors of Hans Brumann at the Mezzanine, Makati Shangri-La (Makati) until Oct. 30. ✆ 523.3331 CULTURAL CENTER OF THE PHILIPPINES Resetting the Clock. Gathers works by artists who
were chosen for their diversity of output, process, and theoretical perspective to stand as markers in the photo-based landscape until Oct. 21. (Roxas Blvd., Pasay) ✆ 832.1125 MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART AND DESIGN The Extra Extra Ordinary. Curated by Joselina Cruz and Esther Lu, the exhibition will include work by Tromarama, Chou Yu-Cheng and Gary-Ross Pastrana until Nov. 18. (DLS-CSB, SDA Campus, Dominga St., Malate, Manila) ✆ 230.5100 KOREAN CULTURAL CENTER Mega Seoul 4 Decades. Photos of Seoul for the past four decades, from the late 1960s to early 2010s, through the perspective of 12 Korean photographers until Nov. 30. (Mancor Corporate Center, 32nd Street, BGC, Taguig) ✆ 555.1711 MUSEO NI JOSE RIZAL, CALAMBA Gallery Talk – Yapak: Rizal in London by Elija Paul Villanueva on Oct. 18, 2 pm. Villanueva will discuss Rizal’s life in London as he also relates his life as a young Filipino in abroad. The lecture centers on Rizal’s stay in London in 1888 and 1889 while reading sources of Philippine history such as Pigafetta, Gaspar de San Agustin and De Morga’s Sucesos de las Islas Filipinas which he eventually annotated. Permanent exhibition: Rizal's life works and writings through artifacts, hologram, and interactive displays. (Calamba City, Laguna) ✆ (049) 834.1599 MUSEO NINA LEON AT GALICANO APACIBLE Interactive displays showcase the lives and patriotism of Leon and Galicano Apacible. (Taal, Batangas) Email: museonileonapacible@gmail.com MUSEO NG PAGLILITIS NI ANDRES BONIFACIO Interactive displays on the events that led to the trial and execution of Andres Bonifacio. (4780 Col. Riel, Poblacion 2-A, Maragondon, Cavite) MUSEO NG REPUBLIKA NG 1899 A museum dedicated to historical events during the Malolos Congress in 1898 and the Malolos Republic in 1899. (Malolos, Bulacan) ✆ (044) 794.1674 MUSEO NG KASAYSAYANG PAMPULITIKA An overview of the political history of the Philippines and the making of the Filipino nation. (Casa Real Shrine, Malolos City, Bulacan) ✆ (044) 931.2508 MUSEO NI HEN. MIGUEL MALVAR Showcases the life and times of Gen. Miguel Malvar through artifacts, interactive displays and terminals. (Poblacion, Sto. Tomas, Batangas) ✆ (043) 784.8481
AYALA MUSEUM Quattro. Group exhibition of visual artists Eileen Bondoc-Escueta, Irma Lara, Minda Ventanilla and Jo Uygongco at the ArtistSpace until Oct. 17. (Makati) ✆ 759.8288 BENCAB MUSEUM
Fragmentary Conversations. Drawings by Henrielle Pagkaliwangan at Gallery Indigo until Dec. 2. Philippine Views. An exhibition of 18th to 19th Century prints at Sepia Gallery. (Km. 6 Asin Road, Tuba, Baguio) ✆ (074) 442.7165
FOOD
HOLIDAY INN & SUITES MAKATI October is Philippine Coffee Month. Savor a selection of coffee-infused dishes at Flavors Rest; specialty coffee concoctions at Citron Cafe; coffee cocktails at Oz Bar. (Palm Drive, Ayala Center, Makati) ✆ 909.0888 CRIMSON HOTEL FILINVEST Passionately Pink campaign for cancer patients. Pink Kisses Corner at Café Eight featuring pink dessert cart stuffed with Café Eight’s pink-inspired sweets, Pretty in Pink Afternoon Tea sessions at the Lobby Lounge from 3-5 pm with Art and Sip sessions happening every Fri and Sat, and guests can also check out Drops of Pink at the bar featuring an array of dainty drinks such as pink beer, sparkling wine and cocktails. (2609 Civic Drive, Filinvest City Alabang, Muntinlupa) ✆ 863.2222 PAN PACIFIC MANILA Indulge in tasty choices of buffet choice at Saturday Dinner Buffet spread at Pacific Lounge prepared by Panamanian Chef Hector Herrera Palmer and our team of culinary experts. Weekly buffet will feature signature cusine and local delicacies from Argentina (Oct. 20), Chile (Oct. 27), Mexico (Nov. 3), Colombia (Nov. 10), and Venezuela (Nov. 17). (M. Adriatico cor. Gen. Malvar Sts., Malate, Manila) ✆ 318.0788 MIDORI CLARK HOTEL AND CASINO Prepare yourself to be a great fighter with your alltime favorites with the Knockout Feast. All of your favorites in a one platter which includes crab, shrimp and belly lechon with unlimited refills. Platter comes with unlimited rice, bottomless beer, iced tea and soup of the day. Available on weekdays for lunch and dinner. Celebrate the Oktoberfest at Toscana Dining as it features the Bavarian Feast, unlimited beer and wine, pretzels and a lot of mouth-watering Bavarian specialties which are to try whilst along with the international dishes. Available every Fri, Sat and Sun. (Kalayaan St., CM Recto Ave., Clark Freeport Zone) ✆ (045) 308.8888 MAKATI DIAMOND RESIDENCES Discover impeccable service and delicious dishes with Diamond Deals offer, a lunch and dinner buffet for 30 persons. Choose from five other Asian and Continental buffet menu options, the package includes use of the function space for 4 hours, floral centerpieces for all tables, and standard lights and sounds. (118 Legazpi St., Legazpi Vill., Makati) ✆ 317.0999 DUSIT THANI MANILA Delight in an impressive bounty of Chilean culinary masterpieces available for dinner buffet at The Pantry from Oct. 10 to 14. 30 percent discount will be extended to all Chilean nationals when they present their ID or passport. (Makati) ✆ 238.8888 KITSHO JAPANESE RESTAURANT For this anniversary month of October, every four diners enjoying their favorite a la carte dishes get to enjoy a 15 percent discount off their tab, while any group of five diners gets to bring in another one for free. For lunch and dinner. (Hotel Jen Manila branch, 3001 Roxas Blvd., Pasay) ✆ 795.8888
MISCELLANY
JOKETOBERFEST COMEDY FESTIVAL Expect fun and laughter led by no other than the Funny Juan's Jobert Austria, Donna Cariaga, Jennie Gabriel and Wacky Kiray together with some of the best stand-up comedians of today. Oct. 18, 7 pm at the Music Museum (Greenhills, San Juan). ✆ 891.9999 FRENCH BOOK SALE Fill your shelves with French books and magazines at incredible prices. Ongoing until Oct. 20 at Alliance Francaise de Manille Library (209 N. Garcia St., BelAir II, Makati) ✆ 895.7585 MANILA FAME The premiere trade platform for exports and design, gathering the country’s best micro, small and medium enterprises on Oct. 19-21, at the World Trade Center (Pasay), MUSEO PAMBATA Oct. 20-Explore our heritage and enjoy a performance of folk dances with the Bayanihan. Oct. 21-Create a fish puppet from recyclable materials. (Roxas Blvd. cor South Drive, Manila) ✆ 523.1797