Everything About The Sandbox Collective’s ‘Side Show’
The musical has been staged several times since then, including here in the Philippines. Now, it will make its return to the Philippine stage this July. While anticipating its comeback, here is everything you need to know about this production.
Tanghalang Pilipino unveils its 39th Theater Season titled ‘TP39: IGNITE’
TP39 celebrates stories that spark transformation. Through compelling productions, educational projects, and Tanghalang Pilipino’s Actors Company program, TP aims to sustain the flame ignited by the great minds of our nation’s heroes: Emilio Jacinto, Gregoria De Jesus, and Apolinario Mabini, who ignited revolutions of thought and action. This season invites us to carry forward their fight for justice and freedom through theater.
O ye of little faith, watch 'Grace'
‘Grace’ is a moving work that resonates with our history as a nation of devotees whose religion wasn’t endemic to our land but whose faith is like that of a mustard seed.
Resilience of Humanity and of Those Who Come From Away
The beauty of humankind is found in compassion, and ‘Come From Away’ displayed this wonderful act of goodness.
The Playbook Club’s Twinbill ‘First Love, Last Love’: A Bleak Take on Love and Relationships
Rafael Jimenez’s twinbill ‘First Love, Last Love’ tackles the immaturity that accompanies inexperienced love. That love, like everything else, is shaped by forces outside one’s control: future events, societal laws, and government policies.
The stage adaptation of ‘Dagitab’ will premiere on July 2025
SC. presents a limited 2-weekend run of Dagitab based on the award-winning Cinemalaya film by Giancarlo Abrahan, adapted and directed by Palanca Hall of Famer, Guelan Varela-Luarca.
Unearthing the Memories of Our Formative Years in ‘Virgin Labfest XX’s Set A: Bubot’
The first set of every festival teases us with what to expect moving forward, but it’s never a concrete indicator of what will happen next. Much like in real life, our childhood experiences may shape our future but do not necessarily define them. Aptly titled ‘Bubot,’ the first set of Virgin Labfest’s 20th season immerses us in stories mostly associated with our formative years. Bubot—a term closely tied to immaturity and underdevelopment—captures a moment that once existed, before and during our early teens. This set forces us to revisit a time repressed by college and work, resurfacing memories indiscriminately: the good, the bad, and the so-so.
Jon Santos shines in ‘Bawat Bonggang Bagay’
‘Bawat Bonggang Bagay’ proves that Santos is a force to be reckoned with, having an arsenal of ‘Yes, and’ along with his unwavering wit.
Restaging of ‘Walang Aray’ unveils its exciting cast line-up
Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) brings back Rody Vera’s award-winning hit comedy musical, ‘Walang Aray,’ a witty and hilarious reimagining of Severino Reyes’ classic zarzuela Walang Sugat, from August 29 to October 12, 2025, at the PETA Theater Center.
‘Bar Boys: The Musical’ to return this 2025 with an all-new staging
The limited engagement of Barefoot Theater Collaborative’s ‘Bar Boys: The Musical’ opens on October 24.
Sh*t, We Really Aren't Kids Anymore
Watching the Barefoot Theatre Collaborative's ‘We Aren’t Kids Anymore’ was an emotional journey as an adult still figuring it all out. Sometimes we just need a piece of art that makes us feel seen and heard, for someone to tell us that we'll get through it.
‘Choosing (A Stage Play)’ to return for a limited rerun this June
Fire and Ice LIVE!, a premier Filipino production company, proudly presents the much-anticipated limited rerun of the critically acclaimed stage play ‘Choosing (A Stage Play)’.
The Sandbox Collective’s ‘Side Show: The Musical’ Announces Full Company
The Sandbox Collective’s ‘Side Show: The Musical’ has unveiled their full set of cast. The show will be staged this July 2025.
Recognizing and Conquering the Real Enemy in ‘In the Eyes of the People’
As we enter the midterm elections, CAST PH & Mad Child Productions’ recently concluded collaborative production 'In the Eyes of the People' reminds us of who the real enemy is—and how to overcome them.
BONGGANG SIDE-BY-SIDE: Jon Santos returns to the stage with The Sandbox Collective’s ‘Bawat Bonggang Bagay’ and ‘Side Show’!
Multimedia artist, comedy icon, and master impersonator Jon Santos will reprise his role as The Sandbox Collective restages a strictly limited run of its hit one-act play, ‘BAWAT BONGGANG BAGAY (BBB)’ and will show us who’s boss by taking the stage once more in ‘SIDE SHOW: THE MUSICAL.’
The Case for Mother Earth: 3 Stories From Katipunan’s Theater Scene
The battle of Katipunan takes a three-week intermission as Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas and Tanghalang Ateneo unite in the name of theater for their respective season-ender productions.
CAST and Mad Child Productions will stage ‘In The Eyes Of The People’ this April
After the successful restaging of Othello comes the premier of Nelsito Gomez’s newest adaptation ‘In The Eyes Of The People,’ freely adapted from Henrik Ibsen’s ‘An Enemy of the People’.
Get ready for more Blonde! ‘Legally Blonde’ adds two additional shows for May 2025
Catch the additional matinee and gala shows of ‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’ on May 7, 2025 at the Doreen Black Box Theater, Areté, Ateneo de Manila University.
Shrek The Musical is coming to Newport World Resort this October
The world’s favorite ogre and his crew are stomping their way to the country’s pioneer integrated resort, Newport World Resorts. Just in time for the holidays, Newport World Resorts’ production outfit, Full House Theater Company, presents Shrek The Musical from October to December 2025 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater.
‘Delia D.: A Musical Featuring the Songs of Jonathan Manalo’ press conference serves showstopping preview
The stars of ‘Delia D.: A Musical Featuring the Songs of Jonathan Manalo’ made a grand entrance at a press conference held on Thursday, March 13, at Newport World Resorts’ Grand Bar and Lounge.