Regine Sings Barbra Nov. 14
at Greenbelt 1
DISCOVERY SUITE'S WELLNESS PACKAGE
VISUAL ART
Balat Simbahan
On view at the Ayala Museum until December 31 is Palitada: Skin of the Church, a multimedia exhibition that explores how walls of old church buildings were constructed, and they were faced. (+63-2-8121191 loc. 106;
pmleano@ayalamuseum.com)
UP Art
On show at the University of the Philippines (UP) Vargas Museum are artworks of Fabian de la Rosa, his contemporaries, and former students at the UP School of Fine Arts. (+63-2-9205301, +63-2-9281927)
Wedding Aisle
You have until November 30 to see the accouterments of weddings as envisioned and executed by the late Ramon Valera, the "Dean of Philippine Haute Couture." Valera, a Retrospective is on view at the National Museum. On Nov. 28, the Christmas spirit is lighted up with an exhibit of lanterns, entitled
Ang Bukid at mga Parol. (+63-2-5270278)
Culture & d Arts
Our National Artists have come up with works that highlight the contrasts and dynamics between city and rural life. Until Dec. 31, they are shown together in an exhibit called Luwas: Cultural Tension and the Works of our National Artists. On view at the National Commission for Culture and the Arts Gallery, 633 Gen. Luna St., Intramuros. (+63-2-5272192)
DANCE & MUSIC
The Gypsy and the Bell Ringer
The Philippine Ballet Theatre brings back Victor Hugo's Hunchback of Notre Dame, an epic tale of unrequited love, obsession, betrayal, and heartrending fates. At Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo this Nov. 13 to 16 at 8 P.M. and 3 P.M. (15 and 16 only). Tickets at PhP400/600/1,000. (+63-2-8323878, +63-2-8323681, +63-2-5517930 or +63-2-8321125 loc. 1801 to 1806;
marketing@culturalcenter.gov.ph)
The Streisand in Regine
Live Onstage (Greenbelt 1, Ayala Center) is Asia's songbird, Regine Velasquez. Presented by Maxi-Media, Songbird Sings Streisand will be on Nov. 14, 15, 21 to 29 at 9 P.M. Tickets at PhP 824 to PhP1,391. (+63-2-7297777;
www.sureseats.com)
Marimba in Concert
Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra Concert Series III: Marimba and Orchestra features the music of P. Creston, A. Pena, and J. Corigliano. At CCP Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo this Nov. 21, 8 P.M. Ticket prices range from PhP350 to PhP800.
November Himala
"Walang himala! Ang himala ay nasa puso ng tao!" The musical Himala is based on the film by National Artist Ishmael Bernal. It revisits man's endless struggle and quest for faith. At the CCP Tanghalang Huseng Batute on Nov. 7 to 23, 8 P.M.
The Sounds of Youth
The 2003 NAMCYA International Young People's Music Festival is an excellent venue for musicians from various countries to show off their talents in choir singing, solo voice, rondalla, piano, solo instruments, and traditional music. NAMCYA stands for National Music Competitions for Young Artists. Will be held at CCP Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo Nov. 24 to 30.
SHOPPING
Mind Games
The season for shopping is come once more. But let our children be educated as well as be showered with gifts. The Museo Pambata's Book and Toy Fair is a perfect place to meet both goals. This Nov. 14 and 15, and Dec. 5, 6, 12 and 13, from 9 A.M to 4 P.M. (+63-2-5231797 or 98)
Good Deeds 4 Sale
The Noel Christmas Bazaars Oct. 25 to 26 and Nov. 29 to 30 at the Manila Polo Club will have toys, games, clothes, bags, jewelry, and fancy collectibles for sale. Proceeds will benefit the Bantayog ng mga Bayani Foundation and the Hands On Manila Foundation.
(cut@pacific.net.ph)
ETC.
Experience Wellness
Discovery Suite's Wellness Package includes relaxing and therapeutic massages, vitalizing spa and body treatments, French line Thalgo facials, and a unique menu of healthy but delectable concoctions. Avail of it with an overnight stay at a one-bedroom suite. Valid until Dec. 31.
Rice, Flowers, Tea, & Shopping
The National Museum is holding a series of lectures and demonstrations this November. Nov. 20: Lecture on the rice rituals of the Manubu; Nov. 22-23: Ikebana; Nov. 25: Tea Ceremony. It will also have rice as a theme for its bazaar, to be held at the courtyard of the Museum of the Filipino People on Nov. 22-23, and food festival on Dec. 8-10.
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Compiled by Michelle Ciriacruz
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