Joyfully Yours

It's back to my favorite time of Repertory Philippines' season! Repertory Philippines’ Theatre for Young Audiences (AKA Children's Theatre) which was started by Ms. Joy Virata, had its first production in 1992 featuring "Sleeping Beauty."

Even though I'm all grown up, these shows bring out my young heart and fun childhood memories which is fun to reminisce.

In celebration of its 21st year of producing well-loved musicals for children of all ages, Repertory Philippines’ Theatre for Young Audiences proudly announces its 2013 offering with the staging of "Alice in Wonderland."
"Alice in Wonderland" is set to open on August 17, 2013 and will run until December 15, 2013 at Onstage, 2/F, Greenbelt 1, Paseo de Roxas cor. Legazpi St., Makati City.

The cast is composed of the following: Dani Gana and Chaye Mogg (Alice), Nacho Tambunting, Jim Ferrer and Reb Atadero (Rabbit), Liesl Batucan (Duchess), Bituin Escalante and Natalie Everett (Queen of Hearts), Becca Coates and Janine Tolentino (Storyteller / Flora), Rachel Coates and Marie Delgado (Storyteller / Dora), Oliver Usison and Kendrick Ibasco (Walrus / King of Hearts), Nic Campos and Joel Trinidad (French Mouse / Carpenter / Mad Hatter), Onyl Torres and James Stacey (Caterpillar / March Hare), Antonio Lane and Jay Pangilinan (Mock Turtle), Reymund Domingo and Khevin Almario (Duck / Kettle), Edward Briones (Lory / Baby), Dingdong Rosales (Lory / Baby / Tweedledum), Josh Ramirez and Chino Veguillas (Dodo / Tweedledee / Doormouse), Shalee Vicencio and Gold Soon (Moon / Court Member), Ina Salonga (Tears / Court Member), Kyla Rivera (Tears / Oyster / Door), Clark Francis dela Riva and Bobby Superales (Door / Oyster) and Bym Buhain (Door / Tweedledum).

Joel Trinidad as Mad Hatter

For over 150 years, "Alice in Wonderland" has captivated children with its timeless and whimsical story written by Lewis Caroll. The classic tale is now re-told in an enchanting adaptation with book and lyrics by Jim Eiler. Music is also by Jim Eiler and Jeanne Bargy.

With toe-tapping lively music and highly-spirited dance numbers, "Alice in Wonderland" follows Alice through the looking glass and down the rabbit hole in a whirlwind of twists and turns through an enchanting Wonderland. In this whimsical fantastic journey, Alice meets all of Wonderland's famous and popular residents brought to life with full flair and color including: the King & Queen of Hearts, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the Gryphon, Mock Turtle, Dormouse, Mad Hatter and March Hare, the Dutchess, Cheshire Cat and of course, the White Rabbit, and a whole world of characters for the audience to enjoy.

Bituin Escalante as Queen of Hearts

Alice’s strange adventures unexpectedly changes her size, attends a tea party with the March Hare and the Mad Hatter, and even testifies at the trial of a knave who has stolen some tarts from the Queen of Hearts!

Co-presented by the City of Makati, "Alice in Wonderland" is a perfect treat for the whole family.

The artistic and creative team of "Alice in Wonderland" is led by Joy Virata (Director), Liesl Batucan (Assistant Director), Baby Barredo (Musical Director), Jamie Wilson (Technical Director), Gino Gonzales (Set Designer), Raven Ong (Costume Designer), John Batalla (Lights Designer), Lisa, Tintin and Cecille Martinez (Choreographers), Onyl Torres (Vocal Coach) and Jay Pangilinan (Musical Arranger).

Reb Atadero as the Rabbit

I am excited with what Raven Ong will be creating for the costumes. He really makes wonderful costumes that tickles one's imagination. I can still remember the past costumes which he did!

The production staff is composed of Gidget Tolentino (Production Manager), Ayam Barredo (Company Manager), Jojo Amboy (Stage Manager), Pol Roxas (Sound Technician), Pablito Salvador (Lighting Technician) and Adul Lasin (Set Execution and Scenic Artist).

The marketing, sales and publicity is led by David Bianco (Marketing, Sales), Toots Tolentino and Oliver Usision (PR & Publicity), Marie Talay and Rose Silva (Marketing & Sales) and Jojo Mamangun (Photography) and John Alaras (Art Direction).

To accommodate all inquiries, Repertory Philippines is now accepting reservations for schools, civic groups and corporate sponsorships. For details of show, please call 571-6926 and 571-494 or email shows@repertoryphilippines.com. You can also log on to www.repertoryphilippines.com. Tickets are also available through Ticketworld at 891-9999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph

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Repertory Philippines' second offering for the year 2013 No Way To Treat A Lady opens on March 1, 2013 (Friday) at 8pm. The show is a musical comedy thriller with book, music and lyrics by Douglas J. Cohen which is based on the best-selling novel and renowned movie by William Goldman.

The show is directed by Audie Gemora who have directed Camp Rock last year. No Way To Treat A Lady is a musical comic thriller chronicling the exploits of a 1970s momma's boy serial killer. The story is about a serial killer in the name of Christopher Gill (to be played by Audie Gemora and Jamie Wilson as alternate), who draws a red lipstick kiss on the forehead of each of his victims as a calling card. 

The killer is being chased by Detective Morris Brummell (to be played by Joel Trinidad) who has a manipulative mother. The story focuses on the themes: Betrayal, Death, Friendship, Jewish or Yiddish issues, Love, Parenting and Family.


The show will be having 5 actors on stage playing 17 roles! Other actors include: Carla Guevara-Laforteza as Sarah Stone, Sheila Francisco as Flora Brummel and Pinky Marquez as Alexandra Gill.


All performances will be at Onstage, Greenbelt 1 on all weekends starting from March 1 - 24, 2013. All Friday shows will be at 8pm, all Saturday shows will be at 3:30pm and 8pm and all Sunday shows will be at 3:30pm. Onstage is at the 2/F Greenbelt 1, Paseo de Roxas cor. Legazpi St., Makati City.  

Pinky Marquez as Alexandra Gill

Co-presented by the City of Makati, the other members of the artistic team of No Way To Treat a Lady is composed of Baby Barredo (Artistic Director), Liesl Batucan (Assistant Director), Dingdong Fiel (Musical Director), Mio Infante (Set Designer), Raven Ong (Costume Designer) and John Batalla (Lighting Designer).  


The production team of No Way To Treat a Lady is composed of Juno Henares (Officer In Charge), Gidget Tolentino (Production Manager), Gold Soon (Stage Manager), Denis Lagdameo (Technical Director), Pol Roxas (Sound Technician), Pablito Salvador (Lighting Technician) and Adul Lasin (Set Execution and Scenic Artist). 

The marketing, sales and publicity of No Way To Treat a Lady is led by Toots Tolentino (Publicist), Charlie Barredo with Oliver Usison, Letty Barredo, Marie Talay and Rose Silva (Marketing and Sales).

Onstage, Greenbelt 1 Theater's Entrance

Repertory Philippines opens their 2013 season with the comedy "Boeing Boeing" which is a story about the love adventures of an architect living in Paris.

A wall with Eiffel Tower's photo that sets the mood and brings one to feel you're in Paris. <3 p="">

During our 45th monthsary last week, my fiance and I watched the press preview of "Boeing Boeing" at Onstage, Greenbelt 1. Since he has been busy with work lately, I really wanted him to watch it with me to relax.

The casts of Boeing Boeing

The story begins with Bernard Whitford (played by David Bianco) talking to his maid Bertha (played by Baby Barredo & Joy Virata as alternate) about the schedules of his three fiancees who are all flight attendants.

David Bianco as Bernard Whitford

Baby Barredo as Bertha

It was really amazing how each of Bernard's fiancee has a different nationality so the meals should match their nationalities and also Bertha must be mindful of the photos on display inside the room. A crazy change arises when Robert (played by Topper Fabregas) comes in to visit Bernard and stays to see all the three fiancees.

Topper Fabregas as Robert

(Photo from Repertory Philippines)

I find the lines of Robert and Bertha quite brilliant with all the hiding and witty exchange that definitely made my tummy ache from all the laughing.

When Bernard was discussing how easy it is for him to juggle all the three fiancees and how easy it is for him to remember their name because it all starts with a G - Gabriella, the Italian Flight Attendant; Gloria, the American Flight Attendant and Gretchen, the German Flight Attendant.

I find the popping of the foot real cute! (Photo from Repertory Philippines)

Giannina Ocampo as Gabriella

(Photo from Repertory Philippines)

Jennifer Blair-Bianco as Gloria. She's the wife of David Bianco in real life.

(Photo from Repertory Philippines)

Carla Dunareanu as Gretchen She's half German in real life  so she can really speak English with German accent which is perfect for her role.

Bernard tells Robert that given their flight schedule, they'll never meet each other and know that they have the same fiance. A storm came and trouble arises which made all three stuck with him all together in his apartment! The show has literally become a laugh trip when Bernard, Robert and Bertha look for ways on how to help Bernard escape from the situation.

(Photo from Repertory Philippines)

(Photo from Repertory Philippines)

All throughout the show, my fiance and I were laughing our hearts out while holding hands and looking at each other. Even though the show is about polygamy, the way my fiance looks at me has assured me that I'm his one and only despite teasing me that he should've looked for a flight attendant girlfriend. *blush! :)*

The complete cast of Boeing Boeing with their director. Look at how wacky they look and you'll know how wacky they can get.

If you want a night full of fun and laughter with your special someone this Valentine's Season, this show is definitely your stress reliever! All you have to do is relax, fasten your seatbelts and hold each other's hand for a laugh trip!


Boeing Boeing is now showing at 2/F Onstage, Greenbelt 1 every weekends until February 17, 2013. Want discounts? Get 30% off your ticket if you show them an old boarding pass upon purchasing your ticket!

Look at that set! I love the "lips" backdrop which depicts how playboy Bernard is!

The artistic and creative team of Boeing Boeing is led by Baby Barredo (Rep Artistic Director), Miguel Faustmann (Stage Director), John Batalla (Lighting Designer), Miguel Faustmann (Set Designer & also the Director), and Raven Ong (Costume Designer).

Miguel Faustmann

The production staff is composed of Juno Henares (Executive Producer), Gidget Tolentino (Production Manager), Andrew Miranda (Stage Manager), Pol Roxas (Sound Technician), Pablito Salvador (Lighting Technician) and Adul Lasin (Set Execution and Scenic Artist).

Juno Henares

The marketing, sales and publicity is led by Toots Tolentino (Publicist), Charlie Barredo with Oliver Usison, Letty Barredo, Marie Talay and Rose Silva (Marketing and Sales).

Toots Tolentino

Co-presented by the City of Makati, Boeing Boeing  is  bound to  reintroduce a forgotten contemporary comedy, to a new generation of theatergoers. This show also won 2008 Tony Awards and Drama Desk Awards for Best Actor (Mark Rylance) and it also received four additional Tony nominations. A film version starring Tony Curtis and Jerry Lewis was publicized as “ the big comedy of nineteen-sexty-sex.”


Celebrating its 46^th year, Repertory Philippines is now  accepting reservations for schools, civic groups and corporate sponsorships. For further inquiries regarding the details of show, please call 5716926 or 5714941 or email info@repertory.ph or log on to www.repertory.ph. Tickets are also available through Ticketworld at 8919999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph.


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Repertory Philippines is bringing on stage Disney's Musical Sensation "Camp Rock" which will be running for one month. The magic of this production is that it brings new actors who can dance & sing as good as the veterans. It is quite a refreshing mix of talents with lots of energy put together in one roof!


The stars of this show are Morissette, Markki Stroem, Cheska Ortega, Nacho Tambunting, Jef Flores, Nel Gomez, Justine Pena, Cara Barredo, B Delgado, Mica Fajardo, Kiara Dario, Hans Braga, Eric Mercado, Justin Valiente, Hans Eckstein, Keano Aniban, Steve Hotchkiss, Fran Jose, Kelly Nicolas, Arianna Norton, Erika Pangan (the daughter of the great Jett Pangan), Eddy Thompson, Rem Zamora, Chino Veguillas, Karyl Factora, Reb Atadero, Tristan Cheng, Daniel Delgado, Jin Dimson, Jim Ferrer, Gerald Gonzales, Toinky Lane, Chaye Mogg, Paolo Ocampo, Shalee Vicencio, Alex Reyes and Jasmine Zabala.

The girl in front touching her bangs in a yellow jacket is Erika Pangan. :)

The show is directed by Audie Gemora who also directed the show "High School Musical" in Manila.

What I love about the show is that it touches the teens who are very familiar with it that are singing while the show is ongoing. This show is like a beginner's introduction on theater. Hopefully when these teens fall in love with theater, they'll want to watch more.


Aside from the great show, I love the set up at the entrance that makes one feel you're in camp! I wasn't able to take control of myself and took some photos with my good friend Caca who went with me.

Donning a formal business attire in camp! Sorry, I went to the show straight from work.

Pink Coat and Snake Print Skirt: Folio by SM Ladies Fashion

That's my good friend Caca! :)

If you love theater and want your kids to fall in love with theater, let them watch this! For those who are not theater fans, I think this can be your introduction to theater since there are a lot of familiar songs that you'll surely enjoy!

The Casts