Kapuso stars talk about the art of humor
In celebration of the Pride Month this June, Kapuso actors who have portrayed LGBTQ characters (including My Husband’s Lover star Tom Rodriguez, The Rich
Man’s Daughter leads Glaiza de Castro and Rhian Ramos, comedian Divine Tetay and director/Fuccbois star Ricky Davao) gathered via GMA Artist Center’s online show
How Do You Feel?: Usapang Artista.
Facilitated by Chynna Ortaleza, who also played a lesbian character in The Rich Man’s Daughter, the latest
episode of How Do You Feel?: Usapang Artista was a colorful two-part discussion about the actors’ process to open people’s eyes to the beauty of their preparation and experiences.
In the show, Tom revealed realizations he gained from exploring and portraying perspectives different from his own. “Regardless of gender, you go through the exact spectrum of emotions,” said Tom.
Likewise, Glaiza and Rhian admitted that they had to study and go through various resources to gain a deeper understanding of their characters.
“Kapag lumabas ka dun sa isip mo, ang dami mo palang ma-di-discover. Ang dami palang mundo, ang dami palang klase ng pag-ibig, ang dami palang klase ng pagmamahal, ang dami palang klase ng relasyon,” shared Glaiza. “Mas naging aware ako
sa feminine and masculine energies, not the physicality, not the gender,” added Rhian.
Meanwhile, Tetay related that he is willing to take on roles that go beyond the mold. “I’m waiting na magkaroon ng a little more challenging than I usually do. I know I can do more when it comes to acting.”
Ricky, on the other hand, emphasized their capabilities as an actor. “Actors always share something personal, something private,” he said.
Also today, Michael V. along with fellow Bubble
Gang mainstays Paolo Contis and Chariz Solomon, and
Pepito Manaloto co-star Ronnie Henares will talk what makes an effective comedian, how to incorporate improvisation into a scene, where to turn for comic inspiration,
how to get laughs through one’s character and the current landscape of comedy in the Philippines.
Mikoy Morales, who is also part of
Bubble Gang, will facilitate the roundtable discussion. Produced by acting coach Ana Feleo and Artist Center talents Chynna Ortaleza, Benjamin Alves, and Mikoy Morales, catch
How Do You Feel?: Usapang
Artista on GMA Artist Center’s YouTube channel and GMA Network’s Facebook page Saturday nights at 8.