A First in the Philippines, BGC Arts Center to Present Monet & Friends Alive - An Immersive Adventure into French Impressionism, on January 31, 2024

An unforgettable multi-sensory experience celebrating Claude Monet and other artists of the Impressionist era.

Created and produced by Grande Experiences, Monet & Friends Alive is a multi-sensory experience to entertain the whole family. The French Impressionists' works have been displayed and enjoyed worldwide for more than 150 years – but never like this. Monet & Friends Alive at the BGC Arts Center is presented by the Bonifacio Art Foundation, Inc. with Del Monte Philippines. This exhibition is also made possible through our ticketing partner, TicketWorld; exhibition partner, LG Philippines; and special thanks to Alveo and the City Government of Taguig.

After bringing to life the vibrant world of Van Gogh, BGC Arts Center invites Filipinos to discover French Impressionism in the new world-class immersive experience of Monet & Friends Alive. For the very first time in the Philippines, visitors can indulge their senses with the sights and sounds of 19th-century Europe as seen through the eyes of Claude Monet and other Impressionist painters.

Monet & Friends Alive – an immersive adventure into French Impressionism, is a large-scale arts and entertainment experience that delves into the mesmerizing world of Impressionism. The digital spectacular opens on January 31, 2024 for a strictly limited season at the BGC Arts Center, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City.

The Impressionists' depictions of modernity, movement, light, and shadow have been admired and emulated by generations of artists. Over 150 years later, the Grande Experiences creative team uses immersive technology to bring art to life through an incredible application of light that even the artists themselves could not have envisaged. 

Set to a powerful classical score and showcasing the full breadth of the Impressionist movement, a stunning display of iconic, inspirational images surround the visitor as they get lost in the vibrant colors and intricate details of the Impressionists' works.

Breathtaking paintings are projected at an enormous scale, illuminating the bold brushstrokes of Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas and many more. In a rich, dynamic display of light, color, sound and fragrance, the masterpieces of the Impressionists come to life.

Visitors also have the chance to examine the Impressionists' sources of inspiration via photographs and video displayed alongside their works.

“Once again, the Bonifacio Art Foundation Inc. partnered with Grande Experiences to make these iconic artworks accessible to local Filipino audiences in ways where they can embrace the art through this immersive experience. We hope that this offering will give us a sense of the broader tradition in the arts that have influenced generations of artists the world over, as we ourselves evolve our own beautiful art traditions,” said Maria Isabel Garcia, Managing Director and Curator of the Bonifacio Art Foundation, Inc.

“We are delighted that this exceptional experience will be at the BGC Arts Center – Monet & Friends Alive will offer visitors of all ages and backgrounds an entertaining, educational, and enlightening experience, whether they are art and history aficionados or exploring the Impressionists for the first time," said Bruce Peterson, Founder & Chairman of Grande Experiences.

Adults and children alike will forge their own paths and find their own meaning as they wander through the galleries, exploring hidden nooks, viewing artworks from new angles and discovering unique perspectives. But for many, the greatest pleasure lies in simply standing still, indulging the senses as waves of sights and sounds, intense and beautiful, wash over them.

Monet & Friends Alive opens January 31, 2024 at the BGC Arts Center
Early Bird Tickets go on sale January 13, 2024
For full details, please visit www.bgcartscenter.org/mfa

TICKET PRICES
Premium Flex Pass: P2,500 ++ (adult/child)
Enter and exit anytime within the day of your scheduled visit, with a special entry lane and complimentary Monet & Friends Alive program. Limited slots available.

2-Hour Pass:
General Admission: P1,200 ++
Discounted*: P800 ++

*Discounted rate applies to Children, Students up to College level with School ID, Senior Citizens with Senior Citizen ID, Persons with disabilities with PWD ID.

**Infants 2 feet and below are free of charge.

Early Bird Rate (2-hr Pass): P760 ++ for all guests
(selling period until February 4, 2024)

++ All Ticket Prices are exclusive of ticketing charges

OPERATIONS SCHEDULE
Open Tuesday to Sunday
Closed Monday

2-HOUR TIME SLOTS
Weekdays (Tuesday to Friday):
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Weekends (Saturday to Sunday):
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Trailer for “MEAN GIRLS” Out Now, Opens in PH Cinemas Feb 7

Everyone’s favorite transfer student Cady Heron is back navigating through the dangerous

hallways of high school, ruled by a group of teens both feared and revered, The Plastics, in

Mean Girls. Based on the stage musical, which in turn is based on the original comedy film of

the same name, Mean Girls is a twist on the 2004 enduring classic.

From the comedic mind of Tina Fey comes a new twist on the modern classic, MEAN GIRLS.

New student Cady Heron (Angourie Rice) is welcomed into the top of the social food chain by

the elite group of popular girls called “The Plastics,” ruled by the conniving queen bee Regina

George (Reneé Rapp) and her minions Gretchen (Bebe Wood) and Karen (Avantika). However,

when Cady makes the major misstep of falling for Regina’s ex-boyfriend Aaron Samuels

(Christopher Briney), she finds herself prey in Regina’s crosshairs. As Cady sets to take down

the group’s apex predator with the help of her outcast friends Janis (Auli’i Cravalho) and Damian

(Jaquel Spivey), she must learn how to stay true to herself while navigating the most cutthroat

jungle of all: high school.

Mean Girls is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures International. Connect with

#MeanGirls and tag @paramountpicsph

Angourie Rice stars as Cady Heron, with Reneé Rapp as Regina George, Bebe Wood as

Gretchen, and Avantika as Karen. Helmed by Samantha Jayne and Arturo Perez in their feature

film directorial debut, with screenplay from the original 2004 Mean Girls writer Tina Fey, who

also reprises her role from the original film. Opens in cinemas on February 7. Check out the trailer below:

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LG Unveils 'MyView' 4K Smart Monitor at CES 2024

Presenting Impressive Image Quality, Access to Entertainment and Productivity Apps via webOS even without having to connect to a PC

LG Electronics’ (LG) new lineup of ‘LG MyView’ smart monitors will be revealed at CES 2024. Designed for productivity and entertainment, each monitor comes with the acclaimed webOS platform and offers a variety of user-friendly features and connectivity options. The LG MyView branding, which is making its debut in 2024, communicates the personalized user experience delivered by the company’s premium smart monitors.

LG MyView smart monitors enable users to stream movies, series and sports, listen to music and work remotely without having to connect to a PC. The new-for-2024 models – including the CES Innovation Award-winning 32SR85U – are equipped with LG IPS 4K displays that provide impressive picture quality. Thanks to webOS, LG’s latest smart monitors boast an intuitive interface, a tailored user experience and a world of apps to choose from. To suit different tastes, some LG MyView models are available in a variety of colors, including essence white, mild beige, cotton pink and cotton green.1

Adopting 31.5-inch, 4K (3,840 x 2,160) IPS panels, the new LG MyView displays (models 32SR85U, 32SR83U and 32SR70U) raise the bar for picture quality in the smart monitor category. The displays feature a slim form factor with a 3-side virtually borderless design to enhance the viewing experience and save space. The 32SR85U and 32SR83U come with an adjustable stand featuring a circular cutout, while the 32SR70U has a low-profile base for a compact and stylish appearance. The 32SR85U has been honored with a CES 2024 Innovation Award, a 2023 Red Dot Design Award and a 2023 iF Design Award.

With webOS 23 onboard, LG MyView supports remote work and home entertainment, offering access to a vast and growing catalog of popular streaming services, productivity programs like Microsoft 365 and Google Calendar and compatibility with AirPlay 2 and Miracast for wireless screen mirroring.2 Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth offer connection to the Internet and compatible peripherals. The 32SR85U can be paired with a detachable Full-HD (1,920 x 1,080) webcam3 ideal for video conferencing and interactive applications.

YS Lee, vice president and head of the IT business unit of LG Electronics Business Solutions Company, emphasized, “LG MyView smart monitors deliver excellent picture quality, the convenience of webOS and wireless connectivity, a sleek design and much more. Our personalized lifestyle monitors can meet each customer’s individual needs, providing them with an elevated user experience whether they’re watching, working or working out.”

The latest LG MyView Smart Monitor models will be on display at the LG booth at CES 2024 in Las Vegas from January 9-12.

Life’s about more than having the latest technology, rather, it’s about the experiences technology creates that impact our lives. LG Electronics Philippines delivers consumer electronics through top-of-the-line home entertainment, home appliances, and air solution products that prepare Filipinos for their greatest moments. LG promises to bring “Innovation for a Better Life” nationwide – from Luzon, to Visayas, and Mindanao. For more details, follow LG Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube and Tiktok. LG products are available in all authorized dealers nationwide both in-store and online. Visit lg.com/ph for a complete list of our retail partners. You can also visit LG’s Official Flagship Stores in Lazada and Shopee.

1 Available options may vary by model and country.
2 Productivity programs require a subscription. 3 Sold separately.

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