Leah's Baby the Musical: It's About Parenthood
Italian film festival at Cultural Center
REELWORLD
Asians Screened
Film Screenings with Sine Asya: The best of contemporary and classic Asian Cinema at the Cultural Center of the Philipines (CCP) focusing on films from China. Tanghalang M. Conde (CCP Dream Theater), July 4 PM and 7 PM.
Italy in Films
The Embassy of Italy in Manila, Philippine-Italian Association, and the CCP present the Italian Film Festival 2004 from April to December at the CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino and the CCP Dream Theater.
"Ask Me if I'm Happy" on July 6 at 4 and 7 PM stars the popular Italian comic trio Aldo, Giovanni and Giacomo who also directed this film with Massimo Vernier. Funny and poetic, this film is about the power and value of true friendship.
"Terror at the Opera" on August 10, 4 and 7 PM is directed by Dario Argento and stars Cristina Marsillach and Ian Charleson. A young opera singer becomes the target of a psychopath in this ultra-stylish and fast-paced thriller.
"The Red Desert" on September 7 at 4 and 7 PM is a postindustrialist masterpiece from director Michelangelo Antonioni, his first film in color and stars Monica Vitti as Giuliana, the disturbed wife of a factory owner, Ugo (Carlo Chionetti). This film is a testament to Antonioni's brilliance and insight into the ills of modern civilization.
"Fellow Countryman" on October 12 at 4 and 7 PM is a drama directed by Roberto Rossellini and starring Maria Michi, Gar Moore and Bill Edmonds. A masterpiece of neo-realism using six stories that follow the Allied Invasion, from Sicily to Venice, from 1943 to 1944. A powerful film that compels one to stand up against violence.
All films are in Italian with English subtitles. free of charge. (+63-2-8321125 local 1704-1705)
THEATER
Midsummer Nights in July
The Metropolitan Theatre Guild premieres with an audacious staging of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Nights Dream, with selected translations by Ronan Capinding and National Artist Rolando S. Tinio, and put together by one of the most talented artistic teams assembles in Filipino theater. This new and exciting rendition of Shakespeare runs from July 16 to July 30 at the Carlos P. Garcia theater. Ticket Prices: PhP2,756; PhP2,205; PhP1,103. (ticketworld.com.ph)
MUSIC
Leah's Baby
Atlantis Production delivers Leah Salonga's newest baby-Baby the Musical. It's a heartwarming story of three couples on a university campus as they deal with the painful, rewarding, and agonizingly funny consequences of the universal experience of parenthood. On August 22 and 24 September 4 and 5. Tickets at PhP552 to PhP1,654. (ticketworld.com)
Scout OGIE at Aliw
Girls Scout of the Philippines presents Ogie Alcasid with guests Kyla and Viktoria live at Aliw Theater on July 10, 2004 7:30 PM. Ticket prices: P1,103; P882; P662; P552. (ticketworld.com)
A.K.A. FELLAS
Concept World Entertainment presents The Akafellas live Onstage on July 15, 8 PM at Onstage-Greenbelt. Tickets at PhP1,433; PhP980; PhP552. (ticketworld.com)
Power Calls
John F. Kennedy Center presents Power Call 2004 featuring Keith Martin with Friends. A concert event honoring the new heroes of the Philippines, on July 11, 6:30 PM at the PICC Plenary Hall. Ticket prices: PhP1,103; PhP882; P662. (ticketworld.com)
ETC.
Kabuki Magic
Learn the magic behind the colorful and splendid Japanese Kabuki Kimono through a three-day hands-on workshop organized by Sinag Arts Foundation. The Kabuki Kimono will take you backstage for an up-close look on how to design and create a kabuki kimono, learn its various meanings and the colorful history that surrounds this traditional art form. Mr. Minoru Matsumoto, renowned kimono expert, will conduct the workshop on June 24 to 26 with a fashion show as a culminating activity at The Podium in Ortigas Center. (www.sinagarts.org; admin@sinag-arts.org; +63-2-5319524)
Talks to Riches
This June 29 to July 1, Ateneo CCE gives you the opportunity to "Speak Your Way to Success."
Executive Course
Ateneo also offers "Professional Administrative Executive" (August 3 to 5). It specifically addresses secretaries who wish to build their sense of confidence and competence so they may be able to increase their value to their bosses and the company and likewise, advance their career.
Compiled by Michelle Ciriacruz
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