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Thursday, November 7, 2013

Maxie The Musical: Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros Opens on Nov 9

Bit by Bit Company, in cooperation with the PETA Theater Center and the Cultural Center of the Philippines, proudly brings to the stage “Maxie The Musicale: Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros” which is an indie film turned into a stage play!

Based on Michiko Yamamoto's screenplay “Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros” (ufo Pictures, 2005), the show features book and lyrics by Nicolas B. Pichay, music by William Elvin Manzano, JJ Pimpinio, and Janine Santos, and direction and choreography by Dexter M. Santos.

Al Gatmaitan, Jayvhot Galang and Jay Gonzaga

The screenplay was made into a film directed by Auraeus Solito and produced by ufo Pictures in 2005. It was the Philippines’ official entry to the 2007 Academy Awards and has won numerous other awards, including the following: 2005 Best Film from the Asian Festival of First Films, 2005 Best Picture from the Toronto Imagine Native Film Festival, 2005 Golden Zenith Award for Best Picture from the Montreal World Film Festival, 2006 Best Picture from the Gawad Urian, 2006 Teddy Award and Glass Bear Special Mention from the Berlin International Film Festival, and the 2007 Independent Spirit Award from the IFC Spirit Awards.

Greg De Leon, Jayvhot Galang and Nazer Salcedo

If you remember the wonderful musical Orosman at Zafira back in 2011 (click here for details), Bit by Bit Company brought it to life and they're also the ones handling "Maxie The Musicale: Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros" in cooperation with the PETA Theater Center and the Cultural Center of the Philippines! The show will be staged at the PETA Theater Center in New Manila.

Jojo Riguerra and Jayvhot Galang

The play tells the story of Maxie who belongs to a family of crooks living in a downtown community where daily living is a struggle to survive, in ways legal or not. Despite the sad reality of his community, Maxie grew up as a cheerful, positive, and generous adolescent, always ready to cheer everyone up. With the help of his friends, he manages to overcome hurdles through banter, romantic movie marathons, and improvised beauty contests. In the absence of a mother, Maxie takes care of his family’s needs, and they never fail to shower him with their unconditional love, acceptance and protection. However, Maxie’s devotion and loyalty to his family, together with his unassuming innocence, will be challenged when he falls in love with Victor. Not only is Victor years older, but he is also the very person Maxie’s family would consider an enemy: an honest policeman ready to uphold the law.

To know more about the colorful life of Maxie, please do watch the show! It's one of my favorite gay films of all time and I'm really excited how it will look like on stage!

The Ensemble

The cast is led by Jayvhot Galang (as Maximo Oliveros), Roeder Camañag and Nazer Salcedo (alternating as Paco Oliveros), Jojo Riguerra (as Victor Perez), Al Gatmaitan and OJ Mariano (alternating as Boy Oliveros), and Jay Gonzaga (as Bogs Oliveros).

The other members of the cast are Aaron Ching (as Nar), Nomer Limatog, Jr. (as Leslie), Teetin Villanueva (as Monique), Eo De Guzman and Merdin Mojica (alternating as Peter), and Greg de Leon (as Chief Dominguez).

The ensemble is composed of Ruth Alferez, John Paul Basco, Jules Dela Paz, Irene Delarmente, Elliot Eustacio, Karyl Factora, Jim Andrew Ferrer, Francelle Fetalvero, Al Bernard Garcia, Jeffrey Hernandez, Ronah Rostata, and Christian Velarde.

The band is composed of William Elvin Manzano and Rigil Borromeo (Guitar), Van Quiaong (Keyboard), Jonah Ruiz (Drums), and Allen Mamaid (Bass).

“Maxie The Musicale: Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros” shall run from November 9 to December 8, 2013 with shows on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 8pm and matinee shows on Saturdays and Sundays at 3pm. All performances are at the PETA Theater Center, No. 5 Eymard Drive, New Manila, Quezon City.

Jay Gonzaga, Nazer Salcedo, Jayvhot Galang and Al Gatmaitan

The other members of the artistic team are John Neil Ilao Batalla (Lights Designer), Gino Gonzales (Production Designer), Ohm David (Technical Director), Emman Feliciano (Assistant Director), Stephen Viñas (Associate Choreographer), and Arkel Mendoza (Additional Music).

Bit by Bit Company is composed of Atty. Darwin Mariano (Executive Producer) and Carlo Miguel Francia (Associate Producer). Assisting them are the rest of the production team, namely: Nicole Andrew Guila (Production Manager), Loraine Macatangay (Stage Manager), Lexie Bartolome (Assistant Stage Manager), Cheska Cartativo (Props Head), Henzy Manalaysay (Props Assistant), Nica Marcelo (Costume Head), Darwin Desoacido (Costume Assistant), Simon Tiukinhoy (Sounds Boardman) and Miggy Panganiban (Lights Boardman).

Nomer Limatog, Jr., Eo De Guzman, Jayvhot Galang and Teetin Villanueva

The marketing and publicity team is composed of Marvin Ray Olaes (Marketing Head), Toots O. Tolentino (Publicist), David Fabros (Photographer), Pow Santillan (Logo Design) and Ron Misayah and Jan Evert Tagle (Graphic Designers).

The show is being presented in cooperation with The Skin Sanctuary, Hardin Creekside Resort, Dole Packaged Foods Philippines, Bed Manila, Make Up Store, Party Rack, Regine’s Boutique, Tunog at Liwanag sa Teatro, Camp Suki, Crystal Clear, Lyric Piano, Moonleaf Tea Shop, Headway Vera Salon, Pond’s, Party Solutions, and Wacoal.

Media sponsors are MYX, Solar News Channel, People’s Television, Crossover FM, Business World, Circuit Magazine, Outrage Magazine, ClickTheCity.com, HerWord.com, WhenInManila.com, Pinas Music Zone, A.S.K. by FlowGalindez, and BroadwayWorld Philippines.

Jayvhot Galang

For show information, please call (0917) 842-7346 or email maximooliverosmusical@yahoo.com. Follow Maxie on Twitter or Facebook. Tickets are available at all TicketWorld (891-9999) and SM Tickets (470-2222) outlets.

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Love Theater? Come and Join the Auditions for "Maxie the Musical"

Joyfullyurs 6:12:00 PM 0 Comments

Are you familiar with the indie film, Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros, which came out on 2005?

The story is about a young gay boy, Maximo, who falls in love with a police that is investigating about his family's criminal activity. The film garnered numerous awards locally and internationally including a nomination in the Sundance Film Festival.

Bit by Bit Development Company, the same company who produced Orosman at Zafira, announced its forthcoming production of Maxie The Musical based on the film Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros.

Auditions are set on March 9 (Saturday) and 10 (Sunday), 2013 at Studio A of the Peta Theater Center, No. 5 Eymard Drive, New Manila, Quezon City.

Registration starts at 12 noon. Auditions begin at 1pm and will end at 8pm. For those interested to audition, please expect to sing, dance and act with equal facility. Also don't forget to bring a copy of your CV and a 5R recent headshot photo.

Here are the role requirements:

a. Maxie - Must look 13 -15 years of age. Must be androgenous, able to pass off as both male and female. Has a strong soprano voice. Must be able to dance. If auditioning for this role please prepare a pop song that will showcase your vocal range.

b. Victor - Police officer, object of Maxie’s puppy love, affection.

Must look like in his mid to late 20s. Should be willing to appear on stage in underwear. Strong baritone or tenor voice. Must be able to sing both ballad and rock songs.

c. Bogs - Early 20s. Maxie’s brother. Preferably able to play the guitar. If auditioning for this role, please prepare a slow OPM song and showcase guitar ability.

d. Boy - Late 20s. Maxie’s brother. Eldest of the siblings. Strong baritone voice.

e. Art - Mid to late 20s. Victor’s police partner. Willing to play multiple roles.

f. Peter - 15-17years of age. A closet bully. Must have comic timing. Background in dance is preferable.

g. Paco - 40’s. Petty crime lord. Maxie’s father. Must have a strong Tenor voice.

h. Ensemble players - 15 years old and above with strong singing voices (all vocal ranges) and acting capacities. Be ready to sing 1 song from a Pinoy alterative band and 1 song from a broadway musical. Be ready with a dance piece, either hiphop, contemporary or jazz. Must be ready to learn a dance combination.

Maxie The Musical: Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros will be based on the book and lyrics by Palanca Hall of Fame Awardee Nicolas Pichay. Music by William Elvin Manzano, Arkel Suaco Mendoza and Jj Valiente Pimpinio. Direction and Choreography by Dexter Martinez Santos. Presented through special arrangement with Origin8 Media. Based on Michiko Yamamoto's screenplay Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros.

Maxie The Musical: Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros is set to open on Nov. 15, 2013 and will run until Nov. 24, 2013 at the Peta Theater Center in New Manila, Quezon City.

For more information, visit their official Facebook page at www.facebook.com/MaxieTheMusical.

# Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros # audition

Sunday, February 6, 2011

It's All Because of "Pag-ibig"

Joyfullyurs 3:20:00 PM 2 Comments

Zafira and Orosman. Photo by: Johan Sy of Studiyo.

Last Friday, February 4, 2011, I chose to watch the press preview of "Orosman at Zafira" over Janet Jackson's expensive concert. I know that I will not regret watching "Orosman at Zafira" after seeing some scenes during their press conference. Honestly, upto this moment, my mind keeps recalling some songs, lines and dance moves from the show. I also keep telling friends and my relatives about it.

Orosman (L). Zafira (R). Photo by: Johan Sy of Studiyo.

"Orosman at Zafira" may sound very old fashioned with its name and of course, it was written around 1856 by Francisco Baltazar aka "Balagtas." However, this old story holds the universal and the forever-in-fashion message called "pag-ibig" or love.

As I entered the Centerstage Theater, I noticed the stage and lighting design. They look amazing! I felt that being there to watch the show was already so worth it.

Gulnara and Muhamud. Photo by: Johan Sy of Studiyo.

The show started with the three tribes being presented - Marruecos, Tedenst and Duquela - narrated by Zelima (Ben-Asar's daughter). Each tribe were dancing their own dances happily while Zelima introduces the characters and their relationship to one another.

At the Garden of Houris in the land of the Marruecos, Aldervesin (Sultan Muhamud's adopted son) and Orosman (Boulasem's son) were strolling around when Gulnara (Sultan Muhamud's wife) showed up. A steamy exchange of dialogue between Aldervesin and Gulnara were shown which introduces their affair. They were caught by Sultan Muhamud who throws Aldervesin into jail and sentences him to death. After everyone left the garden, it is in this the same place and time that Orosman and Zafira meet. This marks the beginning of all conflicts that is to come.

Aldervesin and Gulnara

Muhamud scolds Aldervesin.

Aldervesin will be put to jail and punished. Photo by: Johan Sy of Studiyo.

The message I got from "Orosman at Zafira": Love can be good. Love can be destructive. Love can be a curse. Whatever form love can be, it's still love that a lot of people choose to feel.

Gulnara tries to persuade Muhamud. Photo by: Johan Sy of Studiyo.

Aside from the story, what makes me love this show are the killer dance moves, specially by the Duquela Tribe. The choreography was fantastic! Despite all the jumps, catapults and cart wheels of the huge group, they were able to do their stunts without hitting the one beside them. My eyes were wide open during the three wars because of all the stunts happening at the same time! My jaws dropped when Zelim (played by Acey Bryle Aguilar) was jumping from one stand to the other stand! I also like how the Duquela Tribe came down from the top of the stage on a rope while dancing and singing. All the action and passion can be felt by their dance moves!

Sample of Duquela Tribe's killer dance moves taken during the presscon.

Kudos also to the voices of all the actors! Their voices are terrific and each song wowed me. The voice of Zelima (played by Tao Aves) made the hairs behind my neck stand up like there's a ghost from the past that passed by! Maybe Balagtas was there enjoying the show? Gulnara (Jean Judith Javier) made different pitches that showed the flexibility of her voice. In a chorus, the voice of Boulasem (Nazer Salcedo) stood out and gave shivers that signals something bad in the next scene will happen.

After watching the show, I feel so proud that the Filipinos are good singers, good dancers, good actors, good musicians and are very creative with stage and lighting design. This show proves that Filipinos can give a world class original Filipino play. I really hope that a lot of Filipinos will go watch this or they'll be missing a lot!

Sultan Muhamud

"Orosman at Zafira" will be showing at the Centerstage Theater, 2/F SM Mall of Asia on February 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26 at 8pm; on February 12 and 19 at 10am; and on February 12, 19 and 26 at 3pm. It's going to be an experience of a lifetime so bring your loveone, family and friends!

Toots Tolentino welcomes the press.

Congratulations to Dexter Santos, Carol Bello, Darwin Mariano, Carlo Miguel Francia, Alex Cortez, Toots Tolentino, the casts and crew of "Orosman at Zafira" for a worldclass original Filipino play!

The first time Orosman and Zafira meets.

# Bit by Bit Production # Dulaang UP

Joyfully Yours

Thursday, November 7, 2013

Maxie The Musical: Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros Opens on Nov 9

Al Gatmaitan, Jayvhot Galang and Jay Gonzaga

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Love Theater? Come and Join the Auditions for "Maxie the Musical"

Sunday, February 6, 2011

It's All Because of "Pag-ibig"

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