THEATER

FIRE OF HOPE

The musical explores the intertwining lives between three women who must come to grips with their faith and find hope during the time of Jesus' birth and the horrors of Herod's massacre. Presented by Chancel Repertory. Dec. 4 at Meralco Theater (Ortigas Center, Pasig). 891.9999

MULA SA BUWAN

By Pat Valera & William Elvin Manzano. Featuring Nicco Manalo, KL Dizon, Edward Benosa, Fred Lo & Boo Gabunada. Based on Cyrano de Bergerac, the play is now set in 1940s Manila, among young ROTC cadets and blushing colegialas. Runs until Dec. 4 at Henry Lee Irwin Theater, Ateneo De Manila University (Katipunan Ave., QC). 891.9999

THE TEMPEST REIMAGINED

Fuses together three cultures to tell the real stories of Yolanda survivors. Until Dec. 4 at Peta Theater Center (5 Eymard Drive, New Manila, QC). 891.9999

ANNIE

An inspirational story about an orphan’s optimistic outlook in life against all odds. Runs until Dec. 4 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater (Resorts World Manila, Pasay). 891.9999

SINTANG DALISAY (PURE LOVE)

A theatrical adaptation of the metrical romance “Ang Sintang Dalisay ni Julieta at Romeo” by G.D. Roke. Presented by Tanghalang Ateneo. Dec. 9 to 11 at Rizal Mini Theater, Ateneo De Manila University (Katipunan Ave., QC). 891.9999

50 SHADES! THE MUSICAL PARODY

Steam up your holiday season and catch its limited run from Dec. 15-17 at the Music Museum (Greenhills, San Juan) 891.9999

CHANGING PARTNERS (A TORCH MUSICAL)

Explores the alchemy of relationships which questions the nature of fidelity and the complex issues partners face regardless of gender. Starring Agot Isidro, Jojit Lorenzo, Anna Luna and Sandino Martin. Dec. 16 to 18 at Peta Theater Center (#5 Eymard Drive, New Manila, QC). 891.9999

HI-5 FAIRYTALE

Dec. 16 to 18 at Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila (Pasay). 891.9999

NICANOR TIONGSON'S MABINING MANDIRIGMA

A contemporary musical foregrounding the intellectual heroism of Apolinario Mabini. Presented by Tanghalang Pilipino and directed by Chris Millado. Runs until Dec. 18 at the CCP Little Theater (Roxas Blvd., Pasay). 891.9999

A LITTLE PRINCESS

Book and lyrics by Brian Crawley, music by Andrew Lipa and directed by Dexter Santos. Presented by Repertory Philippines. Runs until Dec. 18 at

Onstage Theater (Greenbelt Mall, Paseo de Roxas St., Makati). 891.9999

MENKEN & AHRENS' A CHRISTMAS CAROL

The famous Christmas-themed play based on the book by Charles Dickens will revolve around the life of Ebenezer Scrooge and his ghostly encounters. Runs until Dec. 25 at BGC Globe Iconic Amphitheater (7th Ave., Bonifacio Global City, Taguig). 891.9999