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WIZARDS, WITCHES AND WACKY WANDS, ENTER THE SCHOOL OF MAGICAL SOUNDS AND MUSIC A Halloween Family Concert
Experience a magical sight and sound adventure with the Metro Manila Concert Orchestra (MMCO) under the direction of Master Josefino Chino Toledo. Hear them perform a mixture of music pieces in this fourth edition of the Halloween Family Concert series. Recommended for ages 3 to 93. The performance aims to give parents and guardians a chance to introduce their children to the symphony orchestra at an early age in a fun way. Master Wizard Josefino Chino Toledo and the MMCO perform ‘magical’ music that include Dukas’ Sorcerer’s Apprentice (excerpt), Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyrie, selections from Menken’s Enchanted, the aria of the Queen of the Night from Mozart’s opera Magic Flute, Disney Medley and Cartoon Music Medley.
Show up early in your best magical costume for pre-performance activities. Children are encouraged to come at 2:30 PM in their best costume for the Musical Instruments Petting Zoo and for the Trick or Treat at the Little Theater Lobby. Children and their guardians can dress in costume and participate in the onstage costume parade.
Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theater) October 31, 2010 (Sunday) 4:00 PM
Ticket Prices: P600 (Orchestra) P400 (Balcony I)
50% discount for students and 20% for senior citizens
For ticket inquiries, please call the CCP Marketing Department at 832-1125 loc. 1405/1406 or CCP Box Office at 832-3704.
"Circle of Life" by the Philippine Madrigal Singers
Caritas et Amor 47th Anniversary Concert
The Philippine Madrigal Singers performs selections from their recently concluded European Goodwill Choral Concert tour as they celebrate 47 years of choral excellence.
You may also get your tickets from the CCP Box Office: 832-1125 or may contact Odette Galura: +63 917 795 4381
You can also get in touch with the following schools: The Philippine Montessori Center - 911-4838 or 911-4889 The Temple Hill International School - 656-4724 or 656-4742
I-Bislacchi, Omaggio a Fellini (Eccentrics, Homage to Fellini) is a production of the Compagnia Artemis Danza conceived, choreographed and directed by Monica Casadei. It is a work inspired by the universe of the great filmmaker Federico Fellini where dancers re-evoke and reinvent images, scenes and characters from some of the maestro's films, accompanied by the famous melodies of Italian composer Nino Rota. The performance is characterized by an atmosphere full of poetry and emotion, energy and vigor, in which dance and theater mingle to recreate the spectacular world of Fellini. The performance brings back vignettes from six popular Fellini films --- La Strada, Amarconi, La Dolce Vita, Intervista, Casanova and 8 1/2.
Slated on October 27, 8PM, at the CCP Main Theater, the show is a presentation of the Embassy of the Republic of Italy and the Cultural Center of the Philippines in cooperation with Rustan's, Philippine Italian Association and The Peninsula Manila.
The show will be for the benefit of the CCP Foundation.
Please call the CCP Box Office at 832-1125 local 1409 or 832-3704 or you may also log-on to TicketWorld.
2010 HANDS-ON CHORAL WORKSHOP Various Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) venues October 26 (Tuesday) - 30 (Saturday), 2010 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Hands-on Choral Workshop is an intensive and annual choral clinic open to amateur choirs and choir conductors to develop their skills in choral singing, conducting, and performance. It is a highly regarded workshop that has produced winners in local and international choral competitions. Workshop trainors are current members and alumni of the world acclaimed Philippine Madrigal Singers, two-time winner of the European Grand Prix for Choral Singing. The workshop includes individual choir performances and participation in the Culminating Concert.
***Registration for all choirs is already closed, but the registration for individual conductors is still ongoing. For more information, please call CCP Music Division at tel. no. 832-1125 local 1605.
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I. Vocal Technique and Sectional Rehearsal for Common Songs Vocal warm-ups and techniques for the different voices of the choirs and conductors
II. Conducting Techniques/Special Session for Conductors Lectures and techniques focusing on the practical side of conducting. Conductors will be given the opportunity to observe choirs in their rehearsals.
III. Note Reading Classes in note reading and sight-singing for beginners and non-beginners
IV. Individual Choir Rehearsals Special coaching sessions for conductors and individual choirs
VI. Plenary Session Rehearsal of common songs for the culminating concert
VII. Individual choir performances Choir performances in a 15-20 minute program at the Cultural Center of the Philippines Main Theater Lobby
VIII. Culminating Program Performances of the choirs in the culminating program in the Main Theater of the Cultural Center of the Philippines
FEES
Choir and conductor P 15,000.00 (P600.00 for every additional participant in excess of 20 pax) Individual conductor P 4,000.00
Note: Slots are limited, so we highly encourage you to reserve a slot by paying One Thousand Pesos (P1,000.00), which is non-refundable, but will be deducted from your workshop fee.
For more information and to buy your tickets, please CLICK HERE. You may also buy from TicketWorld or call 9 Works Theatrical: 557-5860, 586-7105 or 0917 554 5560
"Jack Jones Live in Manila on October 16, 2010 at the Araneta Coliseum" Ovation Productions Presents... JACK JONES Live in Manila The Greatest Hits Tour
His songs include the "Impossible Dream" and the "Love Boat Theme"
Juan Antonio Suarez, Canito, with his artistic projection, has been internationally acclaimed performing in the most prestigious venues all over the world and enjoying big success, from an audience as well as from a critic's point of view. His show is enhanced by Concha Jareno's duende. Jareno is a well known performer of this art and has also danced in some of the most exclusive venues and festivals in Spain and abroad. Instituto Cervantes de Manila 855 T.M. Kalaw Street 1000 Ermita, Manila UN LRT Station
FREE ENTRANCE (First come, first served) October 15, 2010 (Friday) 8:00 PM
For details, you may contact: (63-2) 526-1482 Fax: (63-2) 526-1449 cenmni@cervantes.es http://manila.cervantes.es
Jose Rizal’s prototypal first Filipino in Crisostomo Ibarra, is buffeted by the cruel winds of his fate and yet strives to remain standing tall in his ideals. His romance with Maria Clara is danced in a new production that strips bare the epic story and enters the psychological world of Noli’s protagonist. History meets ballet in this contemporary re-telling of the novel that shaped a nation.
Multi-Award winning film actress Dawn Zulueta will play the iconic role of Desiree Armfeldt in Atlantis Productions` staging of Stephen Sondheim`s classic A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, which won 6 Tony Awards including Best Musical. It features the popular song "Send in the Clowns." It was recently revived in Broadway starring Catherine Zeta-Jones and Angela Lansbury. This was also made into film starring Elizabeth Taylor.
Dawn Zulueta returns to the musical theater stage after 12 years. Her last portrayal was as Elsa Montes in Larawan.
According to director Bobby Garcia: "We are thrilled to have an actress with Dawn Zulueta's caliber and class in a Little Night Music. She was our one and only choice and we couldn't be happier that she agreed to do the musical" =)
For EXCLUSIVE tickets (VVIP), please call +6327500791 or +639175874462
Discounts: DUNKIN' DONUTS® (From Sept. 21 to Oct. 10, 2010) Submit the "Dunkin' Donuts - Adam Lambert" discounts FLYER to any TicketWorld outlets and GET 10% off on your ticket(s). VVIP not included
About the Show: American Idol Lambert auditioned for the 8th season of American Idol in San Francisco, California. During his initial audition, he sang "Rock With You" and "Bohemian Rhapsody." Lambert had cited several musical influences, including Madonna, Queen, David Bowie, Michael Jackson, Aerosmith, and Led Zeppelin.
On May 20, 2009, Lambert was announced as the runner-up for the eighth season of American Idol. Lambert performed a medley of "Beth," "Detroit Rock City," and "Rock and Roll All Nite" with rock band Kiss during the final episode. His version of the winning single "No Boundaries" was later released on iTunes alongside American Idol winner Kris Allen`s version. Before the results were announced, Allen and Lambert joined together with Queen’s original guitarist Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor to perform the anthem "We Are the Champions."
Upon winning, Allen said "Adam deserved this." Explaining this remark, Allen said that he thought Lambert deserved to win as much as he did, and that Lambert "was the most consistent person all year. He was seriously one of the most gifted performers that I`ve ever met."
Post-IDOL Adam Lambert released his debut album, "For Your Entertainment." Lambert announced via Twitter that his lead single from his debut album would be "For Your Entertainment," a song that was produced by Dr. Luke.
Lambert was recruited to record the soundtrack "Time for Miracles" for the disaster movie "2012" that was released on October 20, 2009 as a side project single. The song was lauded ahead of its release by Queen`s guitarist, Brian May, who described himself as being "completely blown away" upon hearing the track. The track "Time for Miracles" also appears on "For Your Entertainment."
On June 19, 2009, Hi Fi Recordings and Wilshire Records revealed that they would be releasing "On With the Show," a compilation of songs Lambert had recorded prior to American Idol while working as a session musician. The album`s first single is "Want."
February 27th, 2010 Lambert performed his first official solo concert, held at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, California.
Adam Lambert is currently touring throughout the United States this summer with Allison Iraheta and Orianthi. He will be touring until December and he is taking the Glam Nation tour to Asia (like the Philippines =) and Europe.
For inquiries and to buy your tickets, please CLICK HERE.
For those of you watching like Grace Caras, see you there... =)
I'll be watching with my mom, my sister Heidi and her fiance Melvene, cousin Patpat and my boyfriend Joey. Thanks very much Mama for our free tickets. Your generosity is much appreciated =)
Let's bring our umbrellas and raincoats just in case it rains. My friend, Judy Gallardo-Estrada, who recently watched the John Mayer concert on the same venue suggested that "raincoats are better." =)
Choreographers Herbert Alvarez, Novy Bereber, Stanley Cañete, and Brezhnev Larlar explore themes of Filipino courtship and romance in four bold, new neo-classical ballets: pieces nostalgic of the distinct eras they are set to and which are by turns funny, tragic, solemn, and charming. The new works dare PBT’s young crop of dancers to show off their versatility and their artistry. Laugh, cry and fall in love anew with the Philippine Ballet theater in this rich celebration of tradition, movement, music, and above all, love.
Ticket Prices: Php500 / 400
For inquiries, please call the CCP Marketing Department (832-1125 loc. 1806), the CCP Box Office (832-3704) or TicketWorld (891-9999).
You can buy your tickets at the CCP Box Ofice or visit any TicketWorld Outlet (Cash Basis only)
Jon Santos in... 101 Jonjemons: The Pinoy Fower List Teatrino Promenade, Ground Level, Greenhills Promenade, Ortigas Avenue, Greenhills, San Juan October 8, 2010 (Friday) October 15, 2010 (Friday) 8:30 PM
Article from the Philippine Star... Jon Santos' Fower List (The Philippine Star) Updated July 23, 2010 12:00 AM
MANILA, Philippines - Jon Santos (photo) is back with his satires, post-election edition. He gets to the bottom of Pinoy hunger for power, fame and fortune in the age of oil spills, sinkholes, Facebook and Noy.
Titled 101 Jonjemons: Da Pinoy Fower List, Jon enumerates the 101 Pinoy icons, celebrities, and politicians that made us laugh, rant, rave and retch in this current society.
So who will make it to Jon’s Fower List? For sure, Krissie Anino will be there, the first sister, along with Nyoy Nyoy, the second Pinoy yellow president.
But are we going to see veteran icons Gloring Macatagal Arroyo, Manny Sapakyaw and Ate Vi of all Seasons? Or are new celebrities invading the list? Like Jajejijomar BInay, the country’s first black vice president, Charize Papakwa, the first Pinay godchild of godmother Afro Winfree and godfather Ellen Degenerous? How about Brazilian models led by Prisclla Mayriles? The entire gang of OPM Jukebox Glee?
Catch Jon’s series of shows on October 8 and 15 at Teatrino in Greenhills, Promenade in San Juan.
Tickets priced at P1,500 for Orchestra and P1,200 for Balcony are available at all Ticketworld outlets.
For more details and to buy your tickets, please CLICK HERE.
The wacky bunch of SABADO BOYS, each coming from a different genre, has indeed created a melting pot of various sounds and influences bound to conjure a weekly symphony of music, entertainment and good time.
LUKE MEJARES After leaving South Border, in 2004, Luke Mejares went back to the spotlight with his debut solo album “Stop, Luke and Listen.” His singles “Paano Na” and “214” were commercial and critical triumphs. This earned Luke his victory in the 2005 Philippine Hip-hop Awards as Male R&B Artist of the Year and led industry insiders to tag him as the country’s King of R&B.
JIMMY BONDOC Tagged as one of the country’s top acoustic artist, Jimmy “Mr. Musikero” Bondoc illuminates the terms "great talent," "performer," and "musicality." He has popularized numerous singles including the no. 1 phenomenal hit singles “Let Me Be The One” and “I Believe.” He has recently released the album “Undercovers,” a conglomerate of covers and revivals of songs that are close to Jimmy’s heart ("Grow Old With You," "Don`t Give Up On Us," "Beauty and Madness," etc.)
PAOLO SANTOS This singer-songwriter and acoustic guitarist has already put out four (4) albums, each landing at the top of the charts, has shared the stage with international artists like Duncan Sheik, Jason Mraz, and Keith Martin and considered as one of the most recognizable voices in Philippine music.
DJ MYKE SALOMON DJ Myke is a member of the acapella all-male group Akafellas and is popular to be the top human beatbox in the Philippines. He sings, plays the guitar and is, uhm, also a weight-lifter.
For more information and to buy your tickets, please CLICK HERE. You can also call the Music Museum: 721-6726
Bulgarian pianist Georgi Slavchev and the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra present the majestic "Emperor" of Beethoven, his final and best-loved piano concerto. Slavchev, an international soloist of acclaim, performs for the first time in the Philippines and his performance is certain to dazzle Manila music lovers. The programme also introduces Bela Bartok's "Two Pictures," virtually unknown in the Philippines, but which remains one of his most successful works, being extensively performed in Europe and elsewhere. To round out the concert, Maestro Ochanine and the PPO present the final symphony of the prolific Franz Joseph Haydn, his 104th Symphony, the "London," which is also the last of the twelve "London" symphonies.
For inquiries and subscriptions, please call the CCP Marketing Department (832-1125 loc. 1806), the CCP Box Office (832-3704) or TicketWorld (891-9999).
You can buy your tickets at the CCP Box Ofice or visit any TicketWorld Outlet (Cash Basis only)
Meet these awesome musicians up close in an intimate venue!
Music Museum (Greenhills, San Juan) October 6, 2010 (Wednesday) 6:00 PM
Ticket Price: PhP 1,000.00 inclusive of Shadows Fall DVD "Madness in Manila"
Vernon Go of Pulp: "I don't know if you realize that Shadows Fall's real release date for Madness in Manila is October 26. But Filipino fans get to witness a show and get a free copy of the DVD on October 6 at the Music Museum for P1000 only... that's 20 days ahead from the rest of the world, plus you get to see Brian, Jon, Jason, and the other guys perform live. It's like your own private show."
Help our Abandoned Lolos and Lolas by watching Sleeping Beauty. This will benefit the Anawim Lay Missions Foundation, a Home for the abandoned elderly... OnStage (2/F Greenbelt 1, Ayala Center, Makati City) November 6 (Saturday), 2010 7:30 PM
I plan to watch this so kita-kits if you're watching too =)
Ticket Prices: P1,000.00 (Orchestra Center) P500.00 (Orchestra Side and Balcony) Please Contact Linda Reyes: 0917-8073434
A sleeping princess, a spellbound Prince and more fairies than you can shake a stick at are all part of this quirky adaptation of the popular tale. The evil Trollarina exacts her revenge on the royal family by sending the beautiful Princess Melisande into an everlasting sleep, but little does she realize more than one spell is about to be broken by the kiss of an enchanted Faun.
A new look at an old, old tale: she is not only the spellbound beauty, the Prince is an enchanted Faun, and his kisses release more than one spell, to the dismay of the wicked Fairy Trollarina. Another children's musical from the Prince Street Players. Songs include "I'm So Mad," "It's Lovely To Be A Troll" and "Spinning Song."
