Feb 27: MANILA TRANSITIO 1945

In February of 1945, the City of Manila was completely destroyed in a battle between the United States Armed Forces and the Japanese Imperial Army. An estimated 120,000 people were lost and our beloved City of Manila was never the same again.

This February 27th, To mark the 56th Anniversary of the Battle of Manila,Intramuros Administration, Manila Memorare and Carlos Celdran will present the 2nd TRANSITIO MANILA 1945. This art event hopes to become an annual communal memorial where we as Manilenos may reflect upon the passing of this event in our history.

The evening will start with a sunset fundraiser tour of Intramuros at 6:30. Art installations and performances will follow at the Fort Santiago at 8:30pm.

The evening will be highlighted by the release of spirit balloons by the gates of Fort Santiago.

A reasonably priced buffet and refreshment will be available. Picnic baskets are allowed.

From Carlos Celdran's Walk This Way: 

EVENINGS ACTIVITIES AND COSTS:


TOUR
6:30PM
I will be holding a SPECIAL sunset tour of Intramuros. It will be a bigger show than the usual. The tour will be followed by a special party at Fort Santiago. Ticket holders to the tour will enter the party/picnic for free and recieve a free glass of wine. Tour starts at 6:30PM - Please arrive earlier than that. Tour ends at 8:30PM
Php1,000.00.


Assembly point is Plaza Roma in front of Manila Cathedral.
Proceeds will go towards the procurement of scooter bikes for the Intramuros Kabayan Security Force (An NGO).


Hope to see you there!


MANILA TRANSITIO 1945 ART EVENT
8:30PM
Gates open by 7:30PM
The evening proper will start with readings about the Liberation of Manila curated by Mabi David and a performance by Donna Miranda in the Almacenes (Royal Treasury House), it will be followed by musical performances by Caliph8, Malek Lopez, and in the gardens fronting the moat. There will be an exhibition of art installations by Reg Yuson, Kawayan De Guia, Tad Ermitano, and Pilipinas Street Plan*. The evening will be capped by the release of spirit balloons at the gates of Fort Santiago (video above).


Feel free to pack your own picnic basket and set up a blanket in the grass to watch the performances. A reasonably priced buffet (Php450.00) by Ilustrado Restaurant will be available for those who do not bring their own food. Vuqo Vodka will be available and a wine bar by Premiere Wines.


Php250.00 with a free drink.


*Please stay posted for updates on participation of more artists.




Text 920 9092021 to make reservations (Lesley) or email celdrantours@hotmail.com


Please indicate on text whether you are reserving for TOUR alone or TOUR/PARTY or PARTY only.

Free Movie Screening: A Journey Home

You're invited to a special screening of "A JOURNEY HOME"

A Film By Paul Soriano

on Saturday February 6, 2010 at the Gateway Cinema 5,

4th Level Gateway Mall, Araneta Center. Q.C.

Starring Soliman Cruz, Joem Bascon and Toni Gonzaga.

There will be 2 screenings:

1st Screening @ 430pm

2nd Screening @ 630pm

Screenings are by invitation only and seating will be on a first come first serve basis.

For ticket reservations and questions please email ajourneyhomefeb6@gmail.com

Admission is FREE!! (Tickets also on first come first serve basis, so please reserve ASAP)

Philippines Hot Air Balloon Festival 2010

Hot air balloons paint the sky once again for the 15th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta. This dazzling event will be staged at the Clarkfield Economic Zone in Pampanga on February 11-14, 2010.

Tagged as the "Weekend of Everything That Flies", viewers will be treated to a spectacular air show featuring regular and special-shaped hot air balloons coming from all over the world, skydiving exhibitions, paragliding, aerobatics airplane and helicopter flybys, balloon-bursting competitions, professional kite flying, remote control aircraft displays and whole lot more!

Tickets are available at the entrance for PhP 150 per person. Tickets are also available via TicketNet and from Recreational Outdoor eXchange at Bonifacio High Street.

For more details, go to http://www.philballoonfest.net/

March 12-13: Auditions for Ballet Philippines

Ballet Philippines Company Auditions

41st Season (2010-11)

MARCH 12, 2010
CCP Rehearsal Hall, 8pm

MARCH 13, 2010
CCP Rehearsal Hall, 3pm

 

Under the direction of Artistic Director Paul Morales on its 41st year, Ballet Philippines is one of Southeast Asia’s major dance companies and maintains an internationally recognized repertoire of classical, neo-classical, contemporary and modern works from local and foreign choreographers.

Ballet Philippines’ 2010/2011 season will run between April 1, 2010 and March 31, 2011. The Company will perform four programs of both classical and contemporary works at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. In addition, the company may be featured in some national and international touring engagements. The thirteen month contracts include salary, health coverage and educational opportunities.

For information please email info@balletphilippines.org

Feb 7: PASINAYA 2010 Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Open House

With more than eighty (80) free shows and two thousand (2,000) artists performing in various venues of the CCP, this whole day event has activities for audiences of all ages and interests. The once-a-year event features sneak previews of upcoming productions of the CCP Resident Companies, namely: Ballet Philippines, Bayanihan Philippine National Folk Dance Company, National Music Competitions for Young Artists (NAMCYA), Philippine Ballet Theater, Philippine Madrigal Singers, Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra, Ramon Obusan Folkloric Group, Tanghalang Pilipino and UST Symphony Orchestra. Guest companies and artists also perform and exhibit their works. This year’s event features a Higantes Parade for the Opening, the biggest gathering of tinikling dancers entitled Bonggang Bonggang Bamboo: The Tinikling Showdown at noon, and the Omnibus Show and Grand Curtain Call at 5pm. From 9am till 5pm, audiences can choose from music, theater, dance, poetry in performance, storytelling, exhibits, tours, arts market, food booths and film screenings.

Pay what you can! See all you can!(Suggested donation: Php 20.00)


Sunday February 7, 2010
Various venues at the CCP

9:30 am: Opening Program

10 am – 12pm: Morning Programs

12 pm: Bonggang Bonggang Bamboo: The Tinikling Showdown

1pm – 5pm: Afternoon Programs

5:30 pm: Omnibus Show and Grand Curtain Call

For more information call 8322314 or visit http://www.culturalcenter.gov.ph/

Learn more about the Filipino-American War

February 4, 1899 means little to us. Yet that was the day war began between the United States and the fledgling government of Emilio Aguinaldo. It would take 126,000 American soldiers to take over the country at the cost of over 500,000 Filipino lives.  Join John Silva in February at the Museum of the Filipino People.

Feb: Samahan si Noel Cabangon sa Byahe

NOEL CABANGON’S BYAHE CONCERT AT THE PETA THEATER CENTER


Noel Cabangon’s ‘Byahe’, is still the number one selling album in Music One stores. It has outsold brand new albums by Susan Boyle, Taylor Swift, Owl City, Andrea Bocelli, Glee OST, Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys and John Mayer. With the album topping the charts, Noel Cabangon takes on another journey as he hits the concert scene.
This February 17, 2010, PETA together with Noel Cabangon, present ‘BYAHE”, Noel Cabangon’s concert at the PETA Theater Center.

Inspired by the chart-topping album, the concert takes a road trip down memory lane – featuring Noel’s rendition of OPM classics from the ‘70s and ‘80s ("Kahit Maputi Na Ang Buhok Ko," "Tuloy Pa Rin," "Di Na Natuto," "Binibini," and "Ipagpatawad Mo") plus original tracks and collaborations with Parokya ni Edgar’s Chito Miranda and Imago’s Aia de Leon.

The concert will also highlight Noel’s 20-year journey of being a performer, his untold number of years as a lover of music and beyond.

The concert starts at 7:00 PM with tickets sold at P500, P700 and P1,000 each.

For inquiries or ticket reservations contact the PETA Marketing and Public Relations Office at 7256244 / 4100821 or 0916-5805153 / 0917-8044428, petampro@yahoo.com.

Invitation to Rivermaya's Christmas Party 2009!!!

You're invited to the Rivermaya Christmas Party this Sunday (December 20) at Capone's. Fun starts@5pm. 1st 20 to arrive get a free copy of their new album. Special prizes from Nike, Warner, guitars & other merchandise from JB Music, iPods & Nokia Cellphones, and a roundtrip ticket to HongKong! Free entrance! Bring something worth 200 para kasali kayo sa exchange gift. Merry Maya-Christmas!

*Capone's is at the 2nd floor of A-Venue on Makati Avenue, near Wendy's and right across Great Eastern Hotel Aberdeen Court.

Presenting: Atlantis Productions 2010 season

Avenue Q:  March 12-27, 2010
Legally Blonde (staring Nikki Gil as Elle Woods): June 25 - July 28, 2010
Xanadu (with Rachel Alejandro):  Sept 3 - 19, 2010
A Little Night Music (with Dawn Zulueta):  October 2010

It looks like it's going to be a Happy New Year!  =)

For those who want to get first dibs on show buying packages, call Atlantis Productions (look for Lawyn) at 892-7078 or 840-1187.

Missed out on Lea's concert last weekend?

Do not despair,  Lea will be performing LIVE @ the Alabang Town Center

December 20, 6pm - Activity Center

Also featuring Gerard Salonga with the FILharmoniKa and the special participation of Woodrose Paref and De La Salle Zobel Chorale Groups


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LEA SALONGA LIVE!

A Chance to Share Christmas Campaign

for the benefit of Munting Kalinga Foundation, SOS Children’s Village and Tuloy Foundation

FOR AYALA MALLS A CARDHOLDERS:

1. The first fifty (50) Ayala Malls A Cardholders to reserve seats by calling the Alabang Town Center Concierge at 775-1860 or 842-2782 are entitled to two (2) seat stubs. Reservation starts on December 18, 2009.

2. When reserving seats, Ayala Malls A Cardholder will be required to give his/her A Card number for identification & a mobile number where a text message will be sent regarding the confirmation & details of the scheduled reservation.

3. Customer shall present the Ayala Malls A Card & confirmation text at the A Card Concierge located at the Activity Center, on December 20 – 10am and donate at least two (2) items from the charity wish list to get seat stubs. The presentation of Ayala Malls A Card & confirmation text will be strictly implemented.

GET A CHANCE TO WATCH LEA SALONGA LIVE!
1. Two Hundred (200) seats await Alabang Town Center customers on a first-come, first-serve basis. Get one (1) seat stub for every P2000 worth of single / accumulated receipt/s in any ATC establishment dated December 20, 2009 and a donation of at least two (2) items from the charity wish list.

2. Maximum of 2 seat stubs shall be given to customers with P4,001 and above worth of single / accumulated receipt/s.

3. Alabang Town Center reserves the right to validate the receipts from any of the Alabang Town Center establishments. Defaced, crumpled, tampered or receipts lesser than ¾ its actual size will not be honored.

4. Redemption period is on December 20, 2009 at 10:00 am until seat stubs last.

CHARITY WISHLIST

Choose at least two (2) items to donate to Munting Kalinga Foundation,

SOS Children’s Village and Tuloy Foundation

FOOD TOILETRIES

* Milk * Bath Soap

* Rice Grains * Shampoo

* Vinegar * Toothpaste

* Soy Sauce * Toothbrush

* Sugar

* Canned Goods

For inquiries, please call Alabang Town Center's Concierge Hotline at 842-2782 / 772-1860.

Ballet Philippines presents The Nutcracker

Ballet Philippines’ 2009 production of the Nutcracker ballet is all about Christmas, both in its essence and trappings. It is also a story about a girl Marie, dreaming about white Christmas, about traveling to foreign lands, and about meeting a handsome, gallant prince one day. Set in the early 1900s in cool, pine-clad Baguio, a Filipino-American couple celebrates Noche Buena in their Camp John Hay residence with their multinational guests and children. The family and guests are entertained by Conde de Montaña, a mysterious toy maker/inventor who is also Marie’s Godfather. A post-party series of magical events occur from a battle scene between the wicked mice of the Mouse King and toy soldiers led by the Nutcracker before a giant Christmas tree; a journey through a snow storm to the Kingdom of the Sweets where Marie and the Nutcracker Prince are treated to a feast of delights. About the triumph of Good over evil and of Love over a curse, about gifts and giving, this ballet also tells of the coming of age of our heroine from her passion for dolls to the thrills of first love.

Performance dates :
Dec. 3 & 6 - 10am & 3pm
Dec. 4 & 5 - 3pm & 8pm
Dec. 12 - 10am & 3pm & 8pm
Venue : CCP Main Theater - Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo

For tickets call : Ballet Philippines 551-1003/8326011



Ticket World - 8919999

Nov 23-26: Books & Arts Fest

Showcase of the best of Filipino literature, food, and art in one venue.

For five days, Greenbelt 3 Park becomes a haven for artists  (literary, culinary, and visual) and art lovers where one can experience this unique mixture of the arts at the heart of the city.

Cats Manila in July 2010 Features Lea Salonga as 'Grizabella'

CATS, the second longest-running musical in Broadway history, will have a limited run at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) beginning July 24, 2010. This production will feature Tony winner Lea Salonga as Grizabella, and an international cast that will primarily come from Australia, and the United Kingdom.

BroadwayWorld.com Philippines had a quick interview with Lea while enroute to Toronto, Canada for her U.S. and Canada 2009 concert tour. "The tour has been going along very nicely! We've had very receptive and enthusiastic audiences at every stop, and it makes me happy we've been greeted so wonderfully. I think CATS in Manila is also a touring production. But I'll only be part of it in Manila," she said.

"I'll be playing Grizabella (aka the non-dancer part). As for what attracts me to her, besides the big song? Grizabella is The cat that shone in the spotlight once upon a time, and doesn't anymore. She's scraggy, dirty, ugly, and relives the Glory Days in her mind. It'll be interesting to play someone that once shone, and no longer does," noted Lea.
CitiGroup Inc. offers tickets exclusively to Citi clients till December 6, 2009. Present your Citi credit or ATM card at any Ticketworld outlet, and get 10 percent discount. For more details, contact Ticketworld at (632) 891-9999 or visit http://www.ticketworld.com.ph/.

source:  http://www.broadwayworld.com/

Filipinas Heritage Library ~ Travel Writing with a Viaje del Sol Day Tour

Galing Pinoy, Basahin! 13th Philippine Book Development Month

Photography workshops at FHL: DOUBLE FUN-SHOOT WEEKEND

The Alcove ends its photography season this November with a double fun-shoot weekend that promises to bring excitement twice over—a treat to photography enthusiasts.

Scheduled on November 21 and 22, the fun shoots will take the participants from the enthralling Enchanted Kingdom to the busy streets of Binondo.

To show our appreciation to The Alcove’s photography workshop participants, we will be extending a 50 percent discount to previous and present workshop participants (regular workshops and Fun Shoot Series only).  For non-Alcove participants who wish to join both fun shoots will be given a Php500 discount.  Discounts apply if the nonrefundable joining fees are paid in full on or before November 7.

We look forward to spending a weekend of shooting and having fun with you!


FUN SHOOT SERIES | Photographing Fireworks in Enchanted Kingdom
with Jay Alonzo November 21, 2009 (1:00-8:00p.m.)
As another photography year at The Alcove comes to a close, we are ending it with a BANG! 

Theme parks offer a wide variety of picture-perfect subjects—delighted park guests, exhilarating rides, colorful scenes, and of course, grand fireworks display.  For this fun shoot, there is no better place than ENCHANTED KINGDOM.

Noted photographer and photography instructor Jay Alonzo will deliver a short lecture before the trip.  He will offer tips and tricks on how to take memorable theme park photographs, be it the joy in every patron’s face or the thrill of every ride.  Special focus will be given to discussing the best way to photograph fireworks, in preparation for the grand firework display that will be held before the park closes for the day.

Requirements
- Basic knowledge of photography; must have taken FHL's Digital 101 or an equivalent course
- Camera, digital or film based
- Tripod
- Other camera accessories (optional)

Joining fee
P2,400 inclusive of lecture fee, limited edition The Alcove t-shirt, transportation, and EK ride-all-you-can admission ticket


FUN SHOOT SERIES | Photographing Street Culture in Binondo
with Jay Alonzo November 22, 2009 (1:00-6:00p.m.)Across the Pasig River from Intramuros is the Binondo area, home of Chinatown. The district is filled with all things Chinese from Peking duck and Buddhist temples to gold watches, snake soup, and wonder herbs.  Even before Miguel Lopez de Legazpi established the city of Manila in 1571, Binondo had been a bustling center of trade with the Chinese.
Binondo/Chinatown still continues to surprise everyone who pays the place a visit. Teeming with people doing an assortment of day-to-day activities, Binondo’s streets are rich with images waiting to be captured digitally or on film.

A short lecture before the trip will be conducted by Jay Alonzo to discuss the basics of street photography.  
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of photography; must have taken FHL's Digital 101 or an equivalent course
- Camera, digital or film based
- Tripod and other camera accessories (optional)

Joining fee
P1,600 inclusive of lecture fee, limited edition The Alcove t-shirt, and transportation

Lectures will be at the Filipinas Heritage Library, Makati Avenue, Ayala Triangle, Makati City (across The Peninsula Manila).  Additional tips and on-the-spot critiques will also be shared during the trip.

To cap the activity, a group exhibit will be mounted at The Alcove photo gallery of the Filipinas Heritage Library to showcase the trips’ best photographs.

BAHA-BAHANG BUHAY:

Mga Kuwentong Ondoy

Fourteen stories of loss, pain, frustration, sadness, compassion – and hope

written and directed by members of
Tanghalang Ateneo

November 19-21, 24-28 at 7 p.m.
November 21 and 28 at 2 p.m.
Rizal Mini-Theater
Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University

Proceeds of the show will help rebuild schools and communities devastated by Typhoons Ondoy, Pepeng, and now Santi

Ituloy natin ang pag-aalaga sa mga tao’t nayong nasalanta ng bagyo!