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.
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.
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.
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.
2024 Philippine Theater: A Curtain Call to Excellence
As we reflect on the remarkable moments of the past year in the theater scene, here are some of the highlights that made 2024 an unforgettable year for stage performances
CAST PH’s ‘Freud’s Last Session’ and The Greatest Debate That Never Happened
With its barebones staging and sharp dialogue, CAST PH’s stage reading of ‘Freud’s Last Session’ demonstrates that even the simplest of setups can leave the audience pondering about the everlasting debate between faith and reason.
‘Nanay Bangis’ and the Grim Realities of War
Ultimately, Nanay Bangis is a timely and thought-provoking adaptation that breathes new life into a Brechtian classic.
‘Once on This Island’ and why Ti Moune’s tragic story needs to be told
9 Works Theatrical embarks on a tropical journey to tell the story of a peasant girl’s unrequited, unparalleled, and unconditional love with Once on This Island: A Musical.
'Kumprontasyon': An abridged journal entry pseudo-essay
The year has just begun and the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) is already bringing the goods to the table. From January 18 to 21, PETA staged a revival of Kumprontasyon, directed by Melvin Lee for his thesis.
Tanghalang Pilipino revolts with love in its 38th season
Tanghalang Pilipino launches its 38th season with ‘Revolt,’ adapting three captivating literary pieces into theater plays.