Reach for your Dreams with STAGE CAMP 2013

aspiring talents in acting, dancing and singing can make their way with one step closer to stardom as 9 Works Theatrical, one of the Philippines' fastest growing theater companies, bring STAGE CAMP 2013. in partnership with The Rockwell Club, 9 Works takes people to an extraordinary theater experience fresh from the success of They're Playing Our Song of Nikki Gil and Lorenz Martinez. and this is a wonderful thing to spend summer with, of course, your favorite trainor / actors and crew from 9 Works Theatrical.

show off your GLEE or SMASH characters with the stellar productions as how Stage Camp alumni underwent. Stage Camp alumni include sisters Rachel and Becca Coates of Teen Camp have gone to do Resorts World Manila's The Sound of Music. Joseph Perez, a graduate of Kiddie Camp; Pre-Teen Camp, appeared in Tanghalang Pilipino's celebrated productions of Noli Me Tangere and Walang Sugat. Meanwhile, Sarah Facuri who is a proud alumna of Adult Camp has gone on to appear in shows like Resorts World Manila's The Sound of Music and The King and I.

the workshop undergoes for 6 weeks in The Loft @ Manansala in Rockwell Center. activities such as singing and dancing, acting workshops and rehearsals start on April 8. and a culminating activity at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium will showcase the participants on either May 25 or 26.

Schedule:

Kiddie & Pre-Teen Camp (ages 5 – 11) will be held from Monday to Friday 1pm – 3pm and will be spearheaded by Onyl Torres (Repertory Philippines’ A Christmas Carol and PETA’s Himala) and Peachy Atilano (9 Works Theatrical’s The Wedding Singer and They’re Playing Our Song)

Teen Camp (ages 12 – 17) will be held from Monday to Friday 4 – 6pm and will be taught by Gemini Quintos (Broadway credits include A Christmas Carol, Annie and The Wizard of Oz) and Bym Buhain (9 Works Theatrical’s The Wedding Singer, Repertory Philippines’ Peter Pan, and Blue Repertory’s Spring Awakening).

Adult Camp (18 and above) will be held from Monday to Friday 7 – 9pm and will be mentored by 9 Works Theatrical’s Artistic Director and theater veteran Robbie Guevara (Asian and UK tour of Miss Saigon, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown; RENT, Sweet Charity, The Wedding Singer, and They’re Playing Our Song) and Carlos Canlas (Repertory Philippines’ Man of La Mancha and Atlantis Productions’ In the Heights).

Stage Camp is presented by 9 Works Theatrical, 9PO, and The Rockwell Club. 

for inquiries, call 586-7105 or 0917-5545560 or email info@9workstheatrical.com. you may also visit www.9workstheatrical.com or www.facebook.com/9workstheatrical.

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THE CROODS movie review

a movie for the whole family, THE CROODS takes you on an adventure of survival and making your life worthwhile for everyone around you. the roller coaster journey of the first family is a combo of laughter, drama, courage, and love.

THE CROODS are just your average family, an over-protective father, an open-minded mom, a granny that doesn't believe much of his son-in-law, a teenage daughter, a meat-head son, and a wild child. together they were confined in a cave and gets out in fear looking for their means of survival. but when their cave got destroyed from the continental drift, the Croods finds it hard to adjust themselves.

in every family, the teenage child always gets into the curiosity and urges to take some new adventure. Eep (Emma Stone) opens her world into new thinking that her father would not sink in. adding to Grug's (Nicolas Cage) own fear is Eep's separation to his domain by meeting Guy (Ryan Reynolds), a smart boy that has relatively experienced many things in survival.

being stuck in an evolving world, THE CROODS is a colorful journey through earth's change. notice that accepting change is a subliminal subject in the movie. close family ties is also very prominent that everyone can relate to, especially fathers to their daughters. relationships should be reciprocative though it entails sacrifices. every action takes a noble character.

THE CROODS is also a visually-enticing movie for kids. with weird creatures that are ongoing evolution, kids and adults alike think on identifying these creatures and even so the animals they resemble currently. it's a great watch in 3D.

THE CROODS opens March 22, 2013 in Philippine cinemas. distributed by 20th Century Fox Philippines.

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THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE movie review

you're in for a good laugh with Warner Bros. Pictures' latest offering, THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE. starring Steve Carell, Steve Buscemi and Olivia Wilde, this comedy will not disappoint you even as you leave your seats starting March 20.

BURT WONDERSTONE (Steve Carell) is a Las Vegas entertainer who performs with his partner, Anton Marvelton (Steve Buscemi). through the years, the two have been giving shows to Las Vegas visitors with their magic. also night after night, the two are doing the same magic routines. Burt has also been consumed by his fame and fortune, setting aside Anton and believing that he can do everything on his own.

but when their performances had become stale and adding the competition with new age street magic by Steve Gray (Jim Carrey), Burt believed that his magic cannot be replaced. he has also been consumed by his fame and fortune, setting aside Anton and believing that he can do everything on his own. to regain his power and survival, he had to confront his own shortcomings by reuniting with Anton and his humanity by doing the most-daring stunt nobody has ever done.

Burt Wonderstone will give you a comic relief from start to finish and that Steve Carell never fails to give funny stints with a personal kick at the end. men would really envy Steve's characters from each movie for he gets great chicks. Keira Knightley for Seeking a Friend and now Olivia Wilde for Burt Wonderstone. it was also just so funny that he keeps calling her Nicole when her name is Jane but takes it back knowing it all along. Steve there is an unlimited number of punch lines and acts that may gross you or laugh your lungs out. hairdo and that rock star look is very funny itself. but parental guidance is recommended for some scenes.

it would be a very nice Steve Carell and Jim Carrey movie but Steve Buscemi is fit for the part. Jim Carrey's buff body added to Burt's insecurities to himself as a competitor in the magic entertainment scene.

for more updates on Warner Bros. Pictures, like their Facebook page or follow @wbpictures on Twitter.

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the Philippines' TARZAN!

VIVA ATLANTIS is giving away more surprises in their Facebook account for this year's production. as they bring more audiences to the theaters, it is noted that they are giving special programs like The Full Monty, Piaf (which is a very good musical, by the way), The Addams Family and their Disney musical, TARZAN.
and with that, VIVA ATLANTIS is bringing into Manila, the Broadway star and also a cast on Glee, Mr. Dan Domenech!

Dan Domenech plays Chase Madison in the Golden Globe winner Glee and has appeared in many Broadway musicals like Rent, Sister Act and even played Drew in the rock musical, Rock of Ages in 2011. other experiences are for Fame as a choreographer and now it's a great privilege to see himself in the Manila adaptation of the Disney production.

Disney's TARZAN will be playing on June 2013 at the Meralco Theater, produced by VIVA ATLANTIS THEATRICALS.

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portraits from The Capitol: CATCHING FIRE posters

below are the exciting portraits from the Panem Capitol for the new movie in The Hunger Games series starring Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen and Josh Hutcherson at Peeta Mellark. the two won the violent Hunger Games from the prequel but now thrown back into the forest for the second time after the Quarter Quell cuts their victory.

more photos with Gale Hawthorne (Liam Hemsworth), Effie Trinket (Elizabeth Banks), Caesar Flickerman (Stanley Tucci), Haymitch Abernathy (Woody Harelson), Cinna (Lenny Kravitz) and other cast in this album.

THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE opens on November 22 worldwide and distributed by Pioneer Films here in the Philippines.

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SOFITEL MANILA names new general manager

5-star hotel Sofitel Philippine Plaza welcomes its new General Manager named Mr. Adam Laker after the three year term of his predecessor Goran Aleks. it's a grand Philippine welcome to Mr. Laker and to his enjoyable stay in Sofitel -- with the hospitality and world-class service of its Filipino staff.
it was a French-inspired night filled with French hors d'œuvre, wine, cheese, breads and of course, chocolate that satisfied all the guests in this black and white gathering. the night was also blanketed with romantic music and joyful dancing celebrating this family welcome.
Mr. Laker was a General Manager in various Sofitel destinations, Fiji Islands and Reef Casino Cairns, Australia. he invites everyone to visit Sofitel Manila with these words:

"Make your grand arrival at an inspired 5-star Manila resort hotel a cultural oasis by the sparkling bay. Designed by National Artists Leandro Locsin and Ildefonso P Santos the structural masterpiece welcomes you with its geometric chic style."
Please join us for a Magnifique voyage to the tropical splendour of Manila. We look forward to welcoming you with our refined French art de recevoir blended with the gracious and heartfelt warmth of the Filipino spirit.
Life is Magnifique in Manila.

visit Sofitel Manila at CCP Complex Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, PHILIPPINES.

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new EPIC trailer revealed

you might have thought that it was Fern Gully but Ice Age director Chris Wedge delivers a nature-inspired epic entitled EPIC!
based on the book by William Joyce, "The Leafmen and the Brave Good Bugs," we are transported into another world with Mary Katherine (Amanda Seyfried), a teenage girl who discovers a world in the forest where a battle between good and evil is being heated up. the movie features the voices Amanda Seyfried, Colin Farrell, Jason Sudeikis, Beyonce Knowles, Josh Hutcherson and Christoph Waltz. you can watch the adventures of Mary Katherine in this new trailer.

the new trailer shows how Mary Katherine dwells in the forest with the leafmen and the other creatures. and how they plotted their war against the evil forces that puts the world in danger.

opening May 24 in theaters nationwide, EPIC will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures by 20th Century Fox.

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WOMEN honored in Galerie Anna

Galerie Anna's latest exhibition entitled WOMEN presents a contemporary presentation of the physical, emotional, psychological spiritual and sociological aspects of women.
Inspired by these aspects, 14 visual artists covey their appreciation with women through paintings on display today at the gallery. Dominique Alfonso, Fernando Antimano, Salvador Bañares Jr, Kevin Cerda, Leomar Conejos, Ronson Culibrina, Dino Gabito, Adrian Evangelista, John Marin, Jeffrey Salon, Bryan Teves, Erick Villaruz, JR Urao and Michael Zacharias applaud the beauty and fascination to the woman creature overlaid with rich imagination through the stroke of their brushes.

The exhibit was also in time for the celebration of International Women's Day happening on March 8, 2013. In honor of women, the designs show the different roles of women in the society, a mother, a lover, a part of the work force, the teacher and even the religious.

At the center of the gallery is Bryan Teves' Semana Santa, a real eye-catcher and a crowd favorite. Drawn from the inspiration of the Lenten Season, Bryan drew his sister's portrait like the crucified Christ. The portrait was copied from a photograph and immersed with the religious image. The execution was close to reality and everyone just can't take their eyes off it.

Semana Santa by Bryan Teves (detail)Two prominent subjects in art and history inspire artists, Frida Kahlo and Leonardo da Vinci's Pieta was depicted in detail closest to the techniques made in the real thing.

WOMEN in Galerie Anna is open until March 19, 2013. For more information, please call Galerie Anna at telephone numbers (632) 470-2511 or 470-9869 or visit their website www.galerieanna.com. Galerie Anna is located at The Artwalk, 4th level, SM Megamall Building A, Mandaluyong City.

see also this article in Herword.com.

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SEARCH IS ON: Miss Bikini Philippines 2013 by Slimmers World

show off those sexy bodies in the search for the next Slimmers World Miss Bikini Philippines 2013 to be crowned on April 23, 2013.
candidates must possess the following criteria to be able to join the competition:

1. female, 18-25 years old;
2. at least 5'6 tall;
3. beautiful and sexy;
4. single, never been married nor given birth;
5. Filipino citizen;
6. of good moral character;
7. willing to represent the Philippines in the international pageant if declared winner;
8. willing to stay in Manila for the duration of her reign and serve as Slimmers World ambassador for Slimming, Fitness, Health and beauty.

if you believe you have what it takes to hold the title, attend the last leg of the screening on March 8 at Diamond Hotel, Manila. bring your (1) accomplished form for MBP, (2) recent close up and full body photo in 5R size.

for more details, call (02) 525-8771, 091-SLIMMERS or email bikiniphilippines@slimmersworld.com.ph. check out updates on www.missbikiniphilippines.ph or follow them on Facebook and Twitter (@slimmers_world)

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the CROODACEOUS family

in this pre-historic comedy, we are about to meet the world's first family that were confined into a cave for many years. after their cave was destroyed, their journey into a spectacular landscape has changed their outlook forever.
the dynamic family of the Croods is lead by the head, family patriarch Grug (Nicolas Cage) who supplies, protects and secures the kin up to its boredom. his over protection to his wife and three kids has concealed the family from the outside world. the eldest, Gran (Cloris Leachman) is the feisty mother-in-law who never gets tired of needling, and even sometimes assaulting, Grug. the matriarch Ugga (Catherine Keener) supports, and follows her hyper-vigilant husband, Thug (Clark Duke) stays and enjoys the static status quo as he does nothing. Eep (Emma Stone) is the rebellious teenager, who strives to look for new adventure, curious of what's out there and collides with his father's rules.
at the outside landscape, they meet Guy (Ryan Reynolds) who has survived the dangers. with him, the Croods discover the extraordinary world with amazing creatures and life essentials -- like fire and shoes. Guy attracts Eep's glance and will be any father's fear to his teenage daughter.
opening March 22, THE CROODS features the voices of Nicolas Cage, Emma Stone, Ryan Reynolds, Catherine Keener, Clark Duke and Cloris Leachman. directed by Chris Sanders & Kirk DeMicco, and produced by Kristine Belson and Jane Hartwell. distributed by 20th Century Fox (Philippines).

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