Resorts World presents The Sound of Music

For those who grew up with Julie Andrews' "Do-Re-Mi" and definitely sings their heart out in nature with "The hills are alive with the sound of music," Resorts World presents this classic on stage with definitely Filipino crafting. The Sound of Music is set to capture our hearts starting October 15 2011 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Featuring our very own Joanna Ampil and Cris Villonco alternating Maria, Audie Gemora, Ed Feist and Jon Joven alternating Capt. Von Trapp. Joined by equally talented cast and directed by Roxanne Lapuz.

The Sound of Music is a story of Maria who was expelled from a convent and then worked as a nanny in a prominent country in Austria. She finds her purpose teaching and taking care of the Von Trapp children, valuing family and protecting it from the Nazi regime. Set in the 1930s-1940s, Maria is also portrayed by Julie Andrews in the 1965 movie.


Something different, the largest LED screen in Southeast Asia was utilized in enhancing the set through video. Thanks to the creativity of director Paul Soriano and Mio Infante -- geniuses of today's entertainment for the Filipino people. And even if this is a foreign piece, Resorts World has made it sure that this was developed by 100% Filipino artistry.

Remember the songs, the characters and the values addressed in this musical. Watch it in the Newport Performing Arts Theater starting October 15 2011. Also, you can find Resorts World staircases designed with The Sound of Music steps where you can take your photo op.


Tickets prices range from P1000 (Balcony), Php 1,300 (Deluxe Right, Left and Center), P1,700 (Premiere Right, Left and Center) and Php 2,000 for VIP. With Gala shows on Wednesday to Saturday and Matinee on Saturday and Sunday.

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Robinsons MovieWorld goes online

Now you don't have to queue in long lines buying for tickets and waiting to see your favorite movies in any Robinsons Movieworld. All you have to do is sit in front of your PC, log on to www.robinsonsmovieworld.com and check out the schedule of the latest movies in any branch!

The page loads fast and easy to navigate. Time is not wasted in browsing all throughout the page. You can have a preview of what's coming and what's on the cinemas in specific time and Robinsons Movieworld branches. At the left corner of the page is the booking information form. You can select the date when you're going to watch (starting from the current date) and the cinema you're getting in. You will be taken to another page with a whole listing on that Robinsons Movieworld branch and their schedules. Now you can have your weekend or any movie night planned.

You can also order from the snack bar in advance so you can easily walk into the theater and enjoy the movie. If you will have any questions on the screening schedule, etc. Robinsons Movieworld hotlines are also enumerated and you can reach any customer service based on location.

This has been the most convenient way to get tickets online on upcoming movies and shows in Robinsons Movieworld. Try it out and enjoy the movie. See you at the theaters!

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Kids and pirates in Peter Pan!

Few nights to go and we're off to Neverland. Seeing familiar faces like the Darling children, Wendy, John and Michael, together with Tiger Lily, Tinkerbell, the Lost Boys, and of course the evil pirates, drawn me back to my childhood and also wished that I never grew up.

Repertory Philippines will stage their last production this season as they bring the new version of Peter Pan with Sam Concepcion playing the title role. Seeing their rehearsals in Makati gave me chills of excitement to see it in Meralco Theater starting on September 29!

Directors Jaime de Mundo and Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo also gave us a glimpse of how the stage will look like. It resembles the past of Peter when he left his home and returning finding another child in his mother's arms. This will open into his rebellious but fun childhood in Neverland. And every scene will draw you into Neverland and its amazing creatures.

Now take a look at what's happening during the rehearsals. See excerpts of two songs: The Lost Boys Gang and Good Old Captain Hook performed by the cast.



Indeed Peter Pan and his friends will fly on secure harnesses for better effect. Songs and great dances await the audiences into a magical experience.

Repertory Philippines' PETER PAN is staged by the Children's Theater starting from September 29 - December 2011 at the Meralco Theater.

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Once Upon an Ocean in Manila Ocean Park's Musical Fountain Show

i got invited to one show of the latest attraction in Manila Ocean Park. they have been adding more and more attractions lately and it is a good reason to save money for leisure time. anyway, the new Musical Fountain Show is a combination of dancing water, laser lights music and even fire in one stage.

just in front of the Manila Ocean Park, a huge amphitheater seating of more than 500, you will enjoy a 30-minute stunning show featuring Once Upon an Ocean. meet 3 starfishes, Shooting Starfish, Rising Starfish and Shining Starfish as they sing and dance for your entertainment. Lobsterrific is hunted down for cooking by two chefs. a romantic song by 2 fish, an 8-tentacled pianist, Nemo and a sea horse!

be cautious of the mist from the fountains as the wind may blow it to your direction. but Manila Ocean Park is providing disposable coats. remember to dispose them properly.

you can also have your photos taken with the cast after the show.

Once Upon an Ocean is a special presentation of Manila Ocean Park's Musical Fountain from August 20 to November 20. tickets are priced at P399 and with shows from Wednesday to Sunday, at 630PM. bring your whole family and friends and enjoy the show.

for inquiries , call Bookings and Reservations: 567-7777 loc. 118 & 119
reservations@manilaoceanpark.com or School Reservations: joycetarroza@manilaoceanpark.com.

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Eugene Domingo for Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi

at last, i finally met the box office comedienne and 2011 Cinemalaya Best Actress for Ang Babae sa Septic Tank, Eugene Domingo in an intimate dinner/press conference held in a restaurant in Tomas Morato. this time, she will play a wife trying to get out of marriage and discouraging Tony Gonzaga who wants settle down in "Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi."

in the movie, Tony is a balikbayan from Japan who is in the process of falling in love wanting to get married. as she dreams of being a lovely wife, Eugene gets into the scene shattering Tony's ideals and enumerating all downsides of being a wife.

actors Wendell de Guzman plays Eugene's husband and Zanjoe Marudo as Tony's love interest.

director Joey Reyes also shared the professionalism of Eugene Domingo in the industry that's why is loved by most people. from her discovery in the theater, to television until bigger in the silver screen. Eugene was from UP doing stage plays before and if she was given the time, she wants to get back.

the first time that they will be together as leads in one screen, Eugene Domingo shared her fun experiences and admiration to Tony Gonzaga as a bubbly and a very professional actress that inspired her to live out life. see the trailer below:

catch Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi, a laughter-filled comedy in and out of love, brought to us by Star Cinema and Octoarts Films. opening on August 31 in theaters nationwide.

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FINAL DESTINATION 5 movie review

we all want to die peacefully. but if you're going to see a movie like Final Destination 5, make sure that you have a healthy heart because you're in for very violent scenes not good for a weak heart. Warner Bros. Pictures gives the 5th installment of the most morbid film series, opening in Philippine theaters on August 24 2011.

it was just a company retreat until Sam Lawton (Nicholas D'Agosto) sees a vision as they got all killed in a tragic downfall of the Golden Gate bridge. one by one, they meet death in his vision but he was very thankful enough that it was just a dream. but a strong gut feeling holds him that they could not really escape death in each of their time just right after that his vision came true.

cheating death is not really easy for them. unimaginable and very unfortunate events came to them one by one adding to the stress and depression they experience from the death of their coworkers. and they happen in the best areas that you might also dwell -- the spa, the gym, a medical appointment -- anything goes. and until they figure out how to escape it, but still somebody has to go next.

the scenes on this movie is more realistic than the previous 2 movies because the death machinery is more possible and believable than choreographed by an evil power. the 3D graphics are beautiful and the killing scenes are very believable. i almost think that were the producers of this movie are frustrated killers? i wonder why they have started this movie and made it into a series. also be prepared with paddings and ear plugs because you might be hit hard by those beside you and deafened by the screams and shouts at the theater.

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Philippine Opera Company's HARANA

In celebration of our nationalism, Philippine Opera Company brings to us well-loved songs in "Ang Bagong Harana" -- for a limited time, September 29 to October 1 2011 at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati City.

Harana is a type of folk song sang in adoration for a loved one. Ang Bagong Harana will showcase the love for the family, an individual, nature and the country featuring the greatest traditional and contemporary songs. Rekindle your heritage and patriotism in different suites arranged for the old and young audiences. Our elders to reminisce on their happy past and for the youth to reintroduce and instill nationalism in this time when foreign acts dominate media.

Director Floy Quintos talks about "Ang Bagong Harana" looking to the values, experiences and shared history as the basis for song groups and suites. In this revolution of art opening to the colonial thinking of the youth, it is about time that we relive the true Filipino in all of us that appreciates the land that we are stepping in.

Ang Bagong Harana cast includes Al Gatmaitan, Marvin Gayramon, Karla Gutierrez, Lawrence Jatayna, Charley Magalit, Aizel Prietos, Nazer Salcedo, Jack Salud, Marian Santiago, Janine Santos, Floyd Tena and Jurgen Unterberg.

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