Bicolano epic on Manila stage -- Tanghalang Pilipino brings Ibalong

Tanghalang Pilipino brings our own epic story from the Bicol region, IBALONG. the love story of a mortal and a monster in their protection against the merciless human actions for urbanization and development.

the musical exhibits Filipino cultural artistry featuring design creativity and musicality of locals. Jenine Desiderio plays Oryol, the half-woman, half-snake deity who protects the environment and its creatures. she falls in love with Handyong, played by Myke Salomon, alternated by Remus Villanueva, a warrior. as odds fall upon them, they establish the greatness of the land we know Bicol of.

cast and creative team of IBALONG

IBALONG the musical opens February 8 - March 3 2013 at Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino in CCP. with shows at 3PM, Saturdays and Sundays and 8PM, Fridays - Sundays. take your Humanities class in the theaters and support Philippine arts.

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WALANG KUKURAP review

i just saw Tanghalang Pilipino's WALANG KUKURAP and i had to admit that it was very appropriate in the current Philippine political situation.

though it was set in the smallest government unit, the barangay, the issues tackled were of national interest. hunger for position, political dynasty, drugs, gambling and forms of national problems like out of school youth, corruption, illegal logging, were closely twined together helping audience realize the current situation that we're living in for decades.

it was also subliminally attacking all current politicians. well, they should be very ashamed if they see this production. taking over the bureaucracy for their own benefits. cases may not be true as presented but it enlightens the people on making the good choices in the elections. and when a certain person is in power, instead of giving in to the authority, we should also be very watchful in their actions.

bloody is one description to this play as Layeta Bucoy's trademark. scenes with squirting liquid fill the stage and i even got to experience it. and you'll also know how such words can be very powerful to affect and change one's principle.

Tanghalang Pilipino's WALANG KUKURAP is currently playing at Tanghalang Huseng Batute at the CCP Complex, Pasay City.

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