Audie Gemora – Male Lead Perf. In a Musical LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Delphine Buencamino (center) Female Lead Perf in a Musical winner with her
from left: Carol Bello (Dionisia) & Marco Viaña (Pule). TP’s MABINING MANDIRIGMA ran at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino , CCP. Photo by Jude Bautista

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES & MABINING MANDIRIGMA shares the stage for the opening. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Hosts Topper Fabregas and Kakai Bautista in costume from THE HORSE AND HIS BOY by Trumpets. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Victor Maguad and Janine Arisola performs excerpt from Peter Pan (Ballet Philippines) choreography by Edna Vida Froilan. PETER PAN won Outstanding Classical Dance and Outstanding Production for Children. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Bart Guingona praises his cast in NORMAL HEART after winning 3 nods: Outstanding Ensemble Performance, Stage Direction and Existing Material for a Play. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Philstage members from left: RWM Artistic Dir. Michael Williams, 9WT Exec Prod. Santi Santillan, PETA Artistic Dir. Maribel Legarda, PBT Pres. Sylvia Lichauco De Leon, RWM Artistic Dir. Menchu Lauchengco Yulo, Repertory Phil Artistic Dir. Joy Virata, EGG Theater founding member Alvin Trono, Ballet Manila Artistic Dir Lisa Macuja Elizalde and BP Artistic DIr. Paul Alexander Morales. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

from right: Kanakan Balintagos – Outstanding Original Script for MGA BUHAY NA APOY, BP Artistic Dir. Paul Alexander Morales, Leonie Calo Solito and talented BP Alum Carissa Adea. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Dr. Nick Tiongson – Outstanding Original Libretto for MABINING MANDIRIGMA. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Joed Balsamo earned 2 awards: Outstanding Original Musical Composition and Outstanding Musical Direction both for MABINING MANDIRIGMA. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

MABINING MANDIRIGMA won a total of 12 awards. TP’s MABINING MANDIRIGMA ran at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino , CCP. Photo by Jude Bautista

Outstanding Costume Designer James Reyes won for MABINING MANDIRIGMA but was also nominated for his work in JUEGO DE PELIGRO. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

John Battalla – Outstanding Lighting Designer – 33 VARIAITONS. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Toym Imao – Outstanding Set Design and TJ Ramos – Outstanding Sound Design both for MABINING MANDIRIGMA by Tanghalang Pilipino. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Irma Adlawan won Female Lead performance in a Play for BUHAY NA APOY beside her is Lhorvie Nuevo (Diwata). The TANGHALANG PILIPINO production ran at at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino of the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista

Cris Villonco (Lavinia Arguelles) Outstanding Female Featured Performance in a Musical; BITUING WALANG NINGNING ran at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila. Photo by Jude Bautista

Delphine Buencamino (center) Female Lead Perf in a Musical winner with her
from left: Carol Bello (Dionisia) & Marco Viaña (Pule). TP’s MABINING MANDIRIGMA ran at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino , CCP. Photo by Jude Bautista

Audie Gemora – Male Lead Perf. In a Musical LA CAGE AUX FOLLES – The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016.

Arman Ferrer (Male Feat Perf. In a Musical) as Aguinaldo carries his friend and adviser Mabini played by Delphine Buencamino (Female Lead Perf in a Musical). TP’s MABINING MANDIRIGMA ran at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino , CCP. Photo by Jude Bautista

Joan Sia and Romeo Peralta performs excerpt from Bloom (Ballet Manila) choreography by Annabelle Lopez Ochoa. BLOOM earned Outstanding Modern Dance Production. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Ballet Manila Artistic Director Lisa Macuja Elizalde and Missy Macuja Elizalde. Lisa received BM’s 5 awards: Outstanding Modern Prod-BLOOM, Pia Dames-Female Feat. Perf. In Classical Dance, Gerardo Francisco – Male Lead Perf Modern Dance, Male Feat Perf. In Classical Dance, Outstanding Ensemble Perf for Modern Dance- BLOOM. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Victor Maguad and Janine Arisola PETER PAN (Ballet Philippines), Romeo Peralta and Joan Sia BLOOM (Ballet Manila), Regina Magbitang and Ian Ocampo DANCING IN ONE VOICE – JUST GIVE ME A REASON (Philippine Ballet Theater). The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

BP Artistic Dir Paul Alexander Morales accepts Outstanding Classical Dance Production and Outstanding Choreography for PETER PAN by Ballet Phil. Behind him are back up dancers Jerald Napoles and Pepe Herrera. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Regina Magbitang and Ian Ocampo Dancing in One Voice – Just Give me a Reason choreography by Ronilo Jaynario (Philippine Ballet Theater). The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

CCP VP and Artistic Director Chris Millado credits the MABINING MANDIRIGMA cast for Outstanding Ensemble Performance for a Musical plus eleven other awards. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Delphine Buencamino (center) Female Lead Perf in a Musical winner with her
from left: Jonathan Tadioan (Felipe Buencamino)& & JV Ibesate (Pedro Paterno). TP’s MABINING MANDIRIGMA ran at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino , CCP. Photo by Jude Bautista

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES –Outstanding Prod of Existing Material. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Cherie Gil kisses director Loy Arcenas after winning Outstanding Play—Original or Translation/Adaptation ARBOL DE FUEGO (Peta). The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Presenters from left: Caisa Borromeo, John Herrera and Giannina Ocampo. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

9 Works Theatrical Executive Producer Santi Santamaria- LA CAGE AUX FOLLES –Outstanding Prod of Existing Material. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Presenters from left: Jerald Napoles, Kim Molina and Pepe Herrera of RAK F AEGIS. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Repertory Philippines’ Joy Virata and RWM Artistic Dir. Menchu Lauchengco Yulo. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Presenters from left: Caisa Borromeo and Giannina Ocampo. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Outstanding Costume Designer James Reyes won for MABINING MANDIRIGMA but was also nominated for his work in JUEGO DE PELIGRO. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016.

Shamaine Buencamino received the award for Delphine Buencamino who won Female Lead Performer In a Musical for MABINING MANDIRIGMA. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: James Reyes – Outstanding Costume design and writer Ibarra Mateo. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Irma Adlawan (won Female Lead performance in a Play for BUHAY NA APOY) with her are Kyrie Samodio (Topaz) & Malou Crisologo (Selmah). Kanakan Balintagos’ MGA BUHAY NA APOY – the TANGHALANG PILIPINO production ran at the Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino of the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Photo by Jude Bautista

Award show director Jenny Jamora and Audie Gemora- The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Bart Guingona hugs his cast in NORMAL HEART winning 3 nods: Outstanding Ensemble Performance, Stage Direction and Existing Material for a Play. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Kanakan Balintagos – Outstanding Original Script for MGA BUHAY NA APOY with Lhorvie Nuevo in the role of Diwata. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES –Outstanding Prod of Existing Material. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016.

from left: Dr. Nick Tiongson Original Librettist awardee, Events Coordinator Lee Cundañgan and Actress Liesl Batucan. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

9 Works Theatrical Executive Producer Santi Santamaria hugs Michael De Mesa as Audie Gemora looks on LA CAGE AUX FOLLES –Outstanding Prod of Existing Material. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES –Outstanding Prod of Existing Material. The 8th Philstage Gawad Buhay was held at Onstage Greenbelt last April 28, 2016. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jesse Lucas is one of the most prolific and talented composers of our time. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jesse Lucas is one of the most prolific and talented composers of our time. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Sheila Francisco; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Jesse Lucas, Sheila Francisco, Franco Laurel & Sweet Plantado. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Ayen Munji Laurel; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Tex Ordoñez; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from right: Banaue Miclat Janssen, Camile Lopez Molina, Al Gatmaitan and Rica Nepomuceno. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Ibarra Mateo, Jed Balsamo, Caisa Borromeo (Windang Woman) & Chesko Rodriguez (Popoy Pusakal) from Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY. Photo By Jude Bautista

Menchu Lauchengco Yulo and Jed Balsamo. Photo by Jude Bautista

Tex Ordoñez; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

(in black) Cinemalaya Pres. Chris Millado enjoyed Jesse Lucas’ FULL RANGE at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Lobreza Pimentel and Peter San Juan of Phil Ballet Theater and perform AWIT NI BUGAN from CHANTED JOURNEYS choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Banaue Miclat Janssen; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

The U.E. Silanganan Dance Troupe & Phil. Ballet Theater excerpt DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

The U.E. Silanganan Dance Troupe & Phil. Ballet Theater excerpt DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Camille Lopez-Molina performs AWIT NI BUGAN from CHANTED JOURNEYS choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

The U.E. Silanganan Dance Troupe & Phil. Ballet Theater excerpt DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Al Gatmaitan; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Alma Cruz Miclat, Roeder Camañag, Junjun Quintana and Sandino Martin. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Rica Nepomuceno; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Bodjie Pascua, Sheila Francisco, Liesl Batucan, Irma Adlawan, Jesse Lucas, Ayen Munji Laurel, Franco Laurel, Sweet Plantado & Roeder Camañag. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Ricky Gallardo, Sandino Martin, Jun Jun Quintana and Nasser Lubay. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Irma Adlawan sings SA KANYANG PILING w lyrics by hubby Dennis Marasigan. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista / Irma Adlawan stars in Kanakan Balintagos’ MGA BUHAY NA APOY directed by Auraeus Solito opening this Friday, October 2, 2015 at the CCP’s Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino.

from left: Chrome Cosio, Che Ramos Cosio, Roseder Camañag and Ayen Munji Laurel. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from right: Tex Ordoñez, Bodjie Pascua and Ayen Munji Laurel. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Lobreza Pimentel and Peter San Juan of Phil Ballet Theater and perform AWIT NI BUGAN from CHANTED JOURNEYS choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jesse Lucas, Roeder Camañag w Liesl Batucan and family. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Irma Adlawan stars in Kanakan Balintagos’ MGA BUHAY NA APOY directed by Auraeus Solito opening this Friday, October 2, 2015 at the CCP’s Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino.

Irma Adlawan sings SA KANYANG PILING w lyrics by hubby Dennis Marasigan. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista / Irma Adlawan stars in Kanakan Balintagos’ MGA BUHAY NA APOY directed by Auraeus Solito opening this Friday, October 2, 2015 at the CCP’s Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino.

from left: Mars Callo & Sheila Francisco; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

The U.E. Silanganan Dance Troupe & Phil. Ballet Theater excerpt DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from right: Banaue Miclat Janssen, Camile Lopez Molina, Al Gatmaitan and Rica Nepomuceno. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jed Balsamo and Caisa Borromeo whoop it up after KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY at the PETA Theater Center last May 7, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Banaue Miclat Janssen; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jesse Lucas and CMKC aka Christine Carbonell; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Talented Artists came out to celebrate Jesse Lucas’ work. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Al Gatmaitan; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

The U.E. Silanganan Dance Troupe & Phil. Ballet Theater excerpt DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

VCCPA from left: Jhaezel Karla Madronio, Ira Ruzz Renomeron and Kate Urrutia. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jesse Lucas is one of the most prolific and talented composers of our time. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Ayen Munji Laurel; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Adrian Lontoc & Junjun Quintana; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

The U.E. Silanganan Dance Troupe & Phil. Ballet Theater excerpt DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from right: Tex Ordoñez, Bodjie Pascua and Ayen Munji Laurel. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

The U.E. Silanganan Dance Troupe & Phil. Ballet Theater excerpt DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Bodjie Pascua; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jesse Lucas is one of the most prolific and talented composers of our time. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Al Gatmaitan; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Banaue Miclat Janssen; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Jesse Lucas and Bodjie Pascua; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series-the composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jesse Lucas is one of the most prolific and talented composers of our time. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

The U.E. Silanganan Dance Troupe & Phil. Ballet Theater excerpt DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Who’s (Phone) Line is it anyway? PLDT Telpad supports the Manila Improv Festival. It runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: Mla Improv Festival dir Gabe Mercado & Aryn Cristobal of SPIT cheer: One chance only, only one chance! The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

The Beijing Collective’s Wu You; The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

People actually went crazy for Lily’s Peanut Butter, Manila Improv Fest Notebooks & Dewberry Snack Bars. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: Kaye Ross-People’s Liberation Improv (Hong Kong), Hazel Ho-The Improv Company (Singapore) and Amy Currie-ImproMafia (Brisbane). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

BACOLOD Improv Group; Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio

from left: Bizworld reporter Jasmine Cruz and cousin Annika Dadiva. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: Shaunee Pilapil –Dulaang Atenista, Luke Rimmelzwaan-ImproMafia (Brisbane) and Dave Cooper-The Beijing Collective. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Luke Rimmelzwaan of ImproMafia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Zmack performs at PETA. Photo from official Zmack fb page https://www.facebook.com/zmackcomedy

Curt Mabry of Zmack (Shanghai). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Pirates of Tokyo Bay brings the house down. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio

from left: Curt Mabry-Zmack (Shanghai), Pawel Najgebauer-PIP Show (Warsaw) & Hazel Ho-The Improv Company (Singapore). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

The PIP Show can improvise nearly anything on stage Pawel Najgebauer & Piotr Sikora including a guy on guy kiss. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio

Master improviser of music Pepe Manikan. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio

from left: Mla Improv Festival dir Gabe Mercado and Christopher Coleman of People’s Liberation Improv (Hong Kong). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Gawad Buhay Awardees from left: Myke Salomon (Outstanding Sound Design), Gabriella Pangilinan, Jay Ignacio of SPIT, Erin Locsin of One and a Half Men and Pepe Herrera (Outstanding Male Featured Performance in a Musical). Both Myke & Pepe earned their Gawad Buhay awards for RAK F AEGIS still running at the PETA Theater Center. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Jeanne Lambin of Lamb INK (Hong Kong). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Who’s (Phone) Line is it anyway? PLDT Telpad supports the Manila Improv Festival. It runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

One and A Half Men with Impromafia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

The Improv Company front row from left: Annie Low, Hazel Ho, Kim Tan, Yun Qing. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio

from left: Earl Bracamonte, Jasmine Cruz and Noel. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista. 

Manila Improv Festival Director Gabe Mercado could not resist shooting a selfie. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

The Beijing Collective’s Wu You shoots with her tablet. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: John Gilbert Arceo of Bacolod Improv with Taichung Improv from left: Josh Myers and Dennis Dziedzic. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

CNN Phil Reporter Patricia Fernandez and Mla Improv Festival dir Gabe Mercado. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

SPIT Gals from left: Chal Lontok Del Rosario & Happy Feraren. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

John Gilbert Arceo of Bacolod Improv; The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Center in white: Mla Improv Festival dir Gabe Mercado w DULAANG ATENISTA from left: Jethro Javier, Carlo Olorvida, JC Salan, Shauna Pilapil & Matthan Luceña. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Improv teams are not worthy of Mla Improv Festival Director Gabe Mercado. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Participating Improv teams from around the world. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Who’s (Phone) Line is it anyway? PLDT Telpad supports the Manila Improv Festival. It runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

SWITCH Improv w Dulaang Atenista. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Utensils were reconfigured and put together to become space helmets and anything the imagination can come up with by set designer Leeroy New. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

The Improv Company improvising the direction to SG from Manilaaah. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio

from left: Kenneth Keng of SPIT with Pirates of Tokyo Bay from left: Masa Kawahata, Mike Staffa & Rob Werley. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Spiky plastic head gear by set designer Leeroy New. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio

PR Extraordinaire Tita Toots Tolentino. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

The PIP show team from left: Antoni Syrek-Dabrowski, Pawel Najgebauer, Piotr Sikora and Helen Li. They hail from Warsaw, Poland. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Opening dance for Comedy gods by Ronnie Martinez. He also finds creative ways to scream and announce the two-minute warning to performers. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Who’s (Phone) Line is it anyway? PLDT Telpad supports the Manila Improv Festival. It runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Journalist/Performer Natalie Bochenski-ImproMafia (Brisbane). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Center: John Gilbert Arceo-Bacolod Improv, w Dulaang Atenista (Cagayan De Oro) from left: Matthan Luceña, Jethro Javier, JC Salan and Carlo Olorvida—NOT in photo is Ryan Lao. The group is from Xavier University- Ateneo de Cagayan. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Zmack from left: Julien Bertrand & Curt Mabry; The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: Kenneth Keng-SPIT, Joelle Sarrailh and Amanda Bishop-Taichung Improv. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

The Beijing Collective from left: Liz Ashforth, Dave Cooper and Jay Wang. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

PIP show from left: Pawel Najgebauer & Piotr Sikora. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio

Hazel Ho and Darren Foong- The Improv Company (Singapore). The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

ZMACK musical line. Photo by filmmaker and SPIT member Jay Ignacio from his fb page: https://www.facebook.com/jay.ignacio

Participants of the Manila Improv fest had a blast! The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Who’s (Phone) Line is it anyway? PLDT Telpad supports the Manila Improv Festival. It runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

DULAANG ATENISTA from right corner to left: JC Salan, Matthan Luceña, Shaun Pilapil, Carlo Olorvida and Jethro Javier—NOT in photo is Ryan Lao. The group is from Xavier University- Ateneo de Cagayan. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia by way of Eastern Europe, Russia and the Netherlands. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Grandsons visit Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

‘You liked me for me and not only for my bearish physique’ said Grandpa (Luke Rimmelzwaan) of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia by way of Eastern Europe, Russia and the Netherlands. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Grandsons visit Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: Dave Cooper, Jay Wang and Liz Ashforth of THE BEIJING COLLECTIVE. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Liz Ashforth of THE BEIJING COLECTIVE. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: Jay Wang and Dave Cooper of THE BEIJING COLLECTIVE. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Dave Cooper of THE BEIJING COLECTIVE. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: Rodel Mercado, Ronnie Martinez, Ann Alix, Dr. Anton Juan and Dingdong Rosales of SPIT. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: John Maloney, Josh Myers, Dennis Dziedzic and Amanda Bishop of TAICHUNG IMPROV. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

John Maloney and Amanda Bishop of TAICHUNG IMPROV. John pulls out a line from the bag of random lines from the audience and uses it in a dialogue. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Josh Myers of TAICHUNG IMPROV. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

John Maloney of TAICHUNG IMPROV. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Who’s (Phone) Line is it anyway? PLDT Telpad supports the Manila Improv Festival. It runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Manila Improv Festival Director Gabe Mercado could not resist shooting a selfie. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: Monica Cruz and Missy Maramara of SPIT. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Ariel A. Diccion of SPIT. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Workshops on improv for performance and teambuilding purposes can also be attended in the mornings of the performance dates in PETA. The Tropical Improv Camp was also conducted at Siliman University in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental from July 2-5, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Chal Lontoc Del Rosario of SPIT. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: Masa Kawahata & Mike Staffa of PIRATES OF TOKYO BAY. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

The Aristocrat supports the Manila Improv Festival and many other theater productions such as Tanghalang Pilipino. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Amy Currie of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia by way of Eastern Europe, Russia and the Netherlands. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Mars Callo (center) with Eastern European Grandparents Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Workshops on improv for performance and teambuilding purposes can also be attended in the mornings of the performance dates in PETA. The Tropical Improv Camp was also conducted at Siliman University in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental from July 2-5, 2015.

Daily Tribune’s Earl Bracamonte strikes a pose. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

from left: Dave Cooper and Jay Wang of THE BEIJING COLLECTIVE. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Maliksi Zaragosa of SPIT. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Workshops on improv for performance and teambuilding purposes can also be attended in the mornings of the performance dates in PETA. The Tropical Improv Camp was also conducted at Siliman University in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental from July 2-5, 2015.

Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia by way of Eastern Europe, Russia and the Netherlands. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Aryn Cristobal looks like a Taiwanese actress but is actually from SPIT. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Bibay Cordero of SPIT does Blue Eagle cheer. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Who’s (Phone) Line is it anyway? PLDT Telpad supports the Manila Improv Festival. It runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

TAICHUNG IMPROV from left: Amanda Bishop, Josh Myers, John Maloney and Dennis Dziedzic. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Jay Wang and Liz Ashforth of THE BEIJING COLLECTIVE. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

IMPROMAFIA asked for only one volunteer and got two. “Do we need to fight?” The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Photog Sanny Chua is pulled from front row by Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

CNN Phil reporter Patricia Fernandez. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Papa bear takes a nap- Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Jude Bautista (center) with Eastern European Grandparents Amy Currie and Luke Rimmelzwaan of IMPROMAFIA from Brisbane, Australia. The 3rd International Manila Improv Festival runs from July 8-12, 2015 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista.

Puwersa Pilipinas from left: Jeff Flores (Bazooka Man), Giannina Ocampo (Nena Babushka), Menchu Lauchengco Yulo (Madre De Dios) & Caisa Borromeo (Windang Woman). Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Menchu Lauchengco Yulo (Madre De Dios) & Jeff Flores (Bazooka Man). Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista 

Red Concepcion (Itak-Atak) & JC Santos (Jeryc Sans Rival); Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Red Concepcion (Felicia) in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL. It was a huge hit at the New Port Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila from November 27-December 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Unintentional blocking /camera angle showed Red Concepcion (Itak Atak) tasting Kim Molina’s (Viva) generous bosom. Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Red Concepcion (Itak-Atak) holds his sword suggestively. Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Markki Stroem (Leading Man)& Bituin Escalante (Mely); Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Cast & Creative team foreground from right: Director Chris Martinez, Playwright Carlo Vergara, Set designer Tuxqs Rutaquio, Asst Musical Dir. Ejay Yatco, Sound Designer Jethro Joaquin, Producer Pertee Briñas and Musical Director/Composer Vincent De Jesus. Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Menchu Lauchengco Yulo (Madre De Dios) & Markki Stroem (Leading Man). Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista 

from left: Caisa Borromeo (Windang Woman), Giannina Ocampo (Nena Babushka) and Chesko Rodriguez (Popoy Pusakal). Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Bituin Escalante (Mely); Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Nar Cabico (Senyor Blangko) takes call as JC Santos (Jeryc Sans Rival) holds cell. Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

from left: May Bayot, Red Nuestro (Marakas Marko), Jed Balsamo & Caisa Borromeo (Windang Woman). Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Jeff Flores (Bazooka Man); Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Bituin Escalante (Mely) gives a massage to Markki Stroem (Leading Man). Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

MINT Professor Dennis Marasigan, Caisa Borromeo (Windang Woman), Bituin Escalante (Mely) & Writer Ren Aguila. Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Kim Molina (Viva) and Vince Lim (Henyotik). Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Menchu Lauchengco Yulo (Madre De Dios) & Kakki Teodoro (Computer); Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Giannina Ocampo (Nena Babushka) & Markki Stroem (Leading Man). Dalanghita productions’ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY will run in PETA from May 9 to June 7, 2015. Photo By Jude Bautista

Juliene Mendoza (Fernan) enters via boat in RAK OF AEGIS, a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Sexy Isay Alvarez Seña (Mary Jane) in RAK OF AEGIS, a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

AEGIS selfie from left: Mercy, Juliet and Ken Sunot. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

the multilayered set shows a neighborhood in a small space. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Jerald Napoles (Tolits) and Gian Magdangal, NEXT PIC from right: GMA News’ Cata Inocencio with Patricia Ismael and daughter Cleona. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Rak f AEGIS’ set is a watery world. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Standing from right: Carlon Matobato (ensemble), Juliene Mendoza (Fernan) Set Designer Mio Infante, Shoe Designer Maco Custodio, Costume Designer Carlo Villafuerte Pagunaling, Seated from right: Robert Seña (Kiel), Ken Sunot AEGIS (vocalist), Juliet Sunot AEGIS (vocalist), Nor Domingo (Fernan), Mercy Sunot-Borjal AEGIS (vocalist), Aicelle Santos (Aileen), Phi Palmos (Jewel), foreground from right w i-phone5: Neomi Gonzales (Mercy), Kakai Bautista (Mercy), and Poppert Bernadas (Ken). RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Only too realistic close up of flood and trash lit from beneath the surface of the water. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

left Aicelle Santos (Aileen) and Isay Alvarez Seña (Mary Jane) in RAK OF AEGIS a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Poppert Bernadas (Kenny) woos Aicelle Santos (Aileen) with his digital camera. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

AEGIS vocalists also Rocked on stage from left: Ken, Juliet and Mercy Sunot. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

AEGIS from left: Mercy Sunot, Ken Sunot, RAK OF AEGIS lead star Aicelle Santos (Aileen) and Juliet Sunot. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on their hits. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

TOP from left: Jamie Rivera, PETA PR Supervisor Leloi Arcete, Writer Jude Cartalaba and GMA News Reporter Cata Inocencio. Bottom from left: GMA Balitanghali Anchor Raffy Tima and INTERAKSYON ace reporter Edwin Sallan. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

left: Isay Alvarez Seña (Mary Jane) & Robert Seña (Kiel). RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

left: Isay Alvarez Seña (Mary Jane) and Poppert Bernadas (Kenny). RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Poppert Bernadas (Kenny) woos Aicelle Santos (Aileen) with his digital camera. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

right: Poppert Bernadas (Kenny) tries to win back Aicelle Santos (Aileen) via their theme song played from his phone. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Robert Seña (Kiel) & Isay Alvarez Seña (Mary Jane). RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Kakai Bautista (Mercy) and Robert Seña (Kiel). RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Standing from right: Robert Seña (Kiel), Jerald Napoles (Tolits), Weng Pinpin-Adriano AEGIS (Bass), Rey Abenoja AEGIS (Lead Guitar), Vilma Goloviogo AEGIS (Drums), Stella Maries Galindo-Pabico AEGIS (Keyboards), Juliene Mendoza (Fernan) Set Designer Mio Infante, Shoe Designer Maco Custodio, Gold Villar (Ensemble) Seated from right: Aicelle Santos (Aileen), Isay Alvarez (Mary Jane), Ken Sunot AEGIS (vocalist), Juliet Sunot AEGIS (vocalist), Nor Domingo (Fernan), Mercy Sunot-Borjal AEGIS (vocalist), Director Maribel Legarda, Musical Director Myke Salomon (Ken), Playwright Liza Magtoto foreground from right: Nor Domingo (Fernan), Gimbey Delacruz (Ensemble), Carlon Matobato (Ensemble) Phi Palmos (Jewel), John Emmanoel Moran (Ensemble), Kakai Bautista (Mercy) and Poppert Bernadas (Kenny). RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

on stilts, on water: Gold Villar (ensemble) as– from left: Aicelle Santos (Aileen) and Isay Alvarez Seña (Mary Jane) look on. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Aicelle Santos (Aileen) and Phi Palmos (Jewel) check out her vid on YouTube via a tablet. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Phi Palmos (Jewel) shows off his boots he made himself and Isay Alvarez Seña (Mary Jane). TOP from left: Aaron Ching and Gian Magdangal, MIDDLE from left: GMA News’ Cata Inocencio & For Here Segment SOLAR NEWS’ Janina Sanchez, BOTTOM from left: PETA Exec. Dir Beng Santos-Cabangon, Juliene Mendoza (Fernan) and Noel Cabangon. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Rak f AEGIS’ set is a watery world. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jerald Napoles (Tolits) in RAK OF AEGIS, a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Juliene Mendoza (Fernan) in RAK OF AEGIS, a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

fans grab a shot with their idol Aicelle Santos (Aileen). RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

from right: Gian Magdangal, Aicelle Santos (Aileen), Ehra Madrigal and Rak f Aegis Musical dir. Myke Salomon. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

top: Robert Seña (Kiel) sings to Isay Alvarez Seña (Mary Jane). RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Standing from right: Jerald Napoles (Tolits), Weng Pinpin-Adriano AEGIS (Bass), Rey Abenoja AEGIS (Lead Guitar), Vilma Goloviogo AEGIS (Drums), Stella Maries Galindo-Pabico AEGIS (Keyboards), Juliene Mendoza (Fernan) Set Designer Mio Infante, Shoe Designer Maco Custodio, Gold Villar (Ensemble) Seated from right: Robert Seña (Kiel), Aicelle Santos (Aileen), Isay Alvarez (Mary Jane), Ken Sunot AEGIS (vocalist), Juliet Sunot AEGIS (vocalist), Nor Domingo (Fernan), Mercy Sunot-Borjal AEGIS (vocalist), Director Maribel Legarda, Musical Director Myke Salomon (Ken), Playwright Liza Magtoto foreground from right: Nor Domingo (Fernan), Gimbey Delacruz (Ensemble), Carlon Matobato (Ensemble) Phi Palmos (Jewel), John Emmanoel Moran (Ensemble), Kakai Bautista (Mercy) and Poppert Bernadas (Kenny). RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Kakai Bautista (Mercy) and Robert Seña (Kiel). RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Poppert Bernadas (Kenny) and Aicelle Santos (Aileen) sing above flooded waters. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

AEGIS from left: Ken, Juliet and Mercy Sunot during RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on their hits. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

the multilayered set shows a neighborhood in a small space. RAK OF AEGIS is a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

Phi Palmos (Jewel) in RAK OF AEGIS a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

A river runs through the set in RAK F AEGIS a musical based on the hits of 90’s band AEGIS. It will run from January 31 to March 9, 2014 at the PETA Theater Center. Photo by Jude Bautista

OJ Mariano played Orly in HIMALA, the musical, catch its 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Dulce (Aling Saling) , May Bayot (Elsa) and Isay Alvarez (Nimia). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Nora Aunor herself admitted, the songs were not written for her, whose voice is more for pop music.

from left: Composer and Musical Director Vincent De Jesus, Director Soxie Topacio, Ricky Lee (Librettist) and Bong Cabrera (Mayor). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Isay Alvarez (Nimia) and May Bayot (Elsa). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

left with arms raised: Carlon Matobato (Ensemble) is both actor and choreographer. Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Angeli Bayani (Ensemble), Natl Artist for Literature Bien Lumbera and Pianist Jed Balsamo. Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Ensemble from left: Neomi Gonzales, Kenjie Villacorte and Carlo Falcis (Viva Voce). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

May Bayot (Elsa) is worshipped by multitudes as Onyl Torres (Ensemble) looks on. Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Myke Salomon (Pilo) and Cynthia Culig-Guico (Chayong). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Devotees see signs in the sky as evidence that May Bayot (Elsa) is the chosen one. Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Melvin Lee played Pari in HIMALA, the musical, catch its 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Standing from left: May Bayot (Elsa) and Myke Salomon (Pilo). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Cast applauds pianist Jed Balsamo (center in black) from left: Myke Salomon (Pilo), Dulce (Aling Saling) , Isay Alvarez (Nimia), May Bayot (Elsa), Cynthia Culig-Guico (Chayong) and OJ Mariano (Orly). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Katy Cast from left: Gimbey Dela Cruz, Aicelle Santos, HIMALA Composer / Musical Director Vincent De Jesus, Aaron Ching of STAGESHOW and Katy producer Robert Seña. Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. KATY the musical will have a run in MERALCO Theater this May. Photo by Jude Bautista

OJ Mariano (Orly) checks out the sexy Isay Alvarez (Nimia). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Seductive backsides in HIMALA, the musical, catch its 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

May Bayot (Elsa) asks the Lord’s help to cure John Kenneth Cuare (Bata) as Dulce (Aling Saling ) looks on. Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Director Soxie Topacio, Librettist Vincent De Jesus, Cynthia Culig-Guico (Chayong), Joy Virata of REP and Lionel Guico (Pari). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Devotees swarm May Bayot (Elsa) as her sister Cynthia Culig-Guico (Chayong) looks on. Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Pianist Jed Balsamo, Perry Dizon, HIMALA Composer / Musical Director Vincent De Jesus and Frannie Zamora. Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Neomi Gonzales (Ensemble), OJ Mariano (Orly) and Isay Alvarez (Nimia). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Myke Salomon (Pilo) and Cynthia Culig-Guico (Chayong). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Ricky Lee, May Bayot, Kalila Aguilos, Rem Zamora, Teenee Chua and Michael Williams. Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

OJ Mariano (Orly) shoots May Bayot (Elsa) in HIMALA, the musical. Catch its 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Melvin Lee (Pari), May Bayot (Elsa) and Dulce (Aling Saling). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

Nora Aunor (seen here in the film version) was more ‘pure and transcendental’ compared to May Bayot who was ‘complex, with all facets of emotion’ according to legendary screenwriter Ricky Lee.

from left: Bong Cabrera (Mayor), May Bayot (Elsa), Mayen Estañero (Ensemble) and Red Nuestro (Ensemble). HIMALA had a successful 10th Anniversary run at PETA last March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Isay Alvarez (Nimia) and Onyl Torres (Ensemble). Catch HIMALA the Musical’s 10th Anniversary run at PETA from March 15-March 24, 2013. Photo by Jude Bautista

From left: KATY Producer Robert Seña, Aicelle Santos (Young Katy) with Noel Cabangon. KATY the musical will have a run in MERALCO Theater this May. Photo by Jude Bautista

The cast of Circulo by KANLAON Theater Guild of Colegio San Agustin-Bacolod Catch it at the 4th Natl Theater festival on Nov. 9 and 10 at the CCP. (Contributed photo)

A scene from UWAHIG from IPAG (Integrated Performing Arts Guild) from MSU–Iligan Institute of Technology) Catch it at the 4th National Theater Fest from Nov 7-18, 2012 at the CCP. (Contributed photo)

from left: Sipat Lawin Ensemble Mng Dir Joseph Keith Anicoche, PETA Artistic Dir Maribel Legarda, SPIT Art. Dir Gabe Mercado, Tanghalang Pilipino Artistic Dir Nanding Josef, Cultural activist and performer Carlos Celdran, Tanghalang Ateneo Artistic Dir Ricky Abad, TRUMPETS founder Audie Gemora, Dulaang U.P. Asst. Dir Mara Marasigan and ‘Orosman and Zafira’ lead actress Delphine Buencamino. Catch their shows at the 4th National Theater Fest from Nov 7-18, 2012 at the CCP. Photo by Jude Bautista

A scene from ‘Dula Ta’(Let’s Play) by Kabpapagariya Ensemble – Mindanao State University. Catch it and many other shows at the 4th National Theater Fest from Nov 7-18, 2012 at the CCP.

SPIT Art. Dir Gabe Mercado and Rappler reporter Claire Agbayani. Catch the 4th National Theater Fest from Nov 7-18, 2012 at the CCP. Photo by Jude Bautista

A scene from DUHA KA ALIMPO SA HABAGAT…Bohol 1700 (Two Eyes of the Monsoon Storm) By Bohol Antequera and Maribojoc Cultural Collectives in cooperation with Teatro Bol-Anon. Catch it at the 4th Natl Theater festival on Nov. 9 and 10 at the CCP. (Contributed photo)

Standing from left: Sipat Lawin Ensemble Mng Dir Joseph Keith Anicoche, PETA Artistic Dir Maribel Legarda, SPIT Art. Dir Gabe Mercado, Tanghalang Pilipino Artistic Dir Nanding Josef, Cultural activist and performer Carlos Celdran, Tanghalang Ateneo Artistic Dir Ricky Abad, TRUMPETS founder Audie Gemora, Dulaang U.P. Asst. Dir Mara Marasigan and ‘Orosman and Zafira’ lead actress Delphine Buencamino.
Seated from left: ‘Battalia Royale’ actress Alison Segarra, ‘Walang Kukurap’ actors Regina De Vera and Marco Viaña, ‘Sayaw ng Mga Señorita’ actors Paul Christian and Johnron Tañada and ‘Sintang Dalisay’ actor Brian Sy. Catch their shows at the 4th National Theater Fest from Nov 7-18, 2012 at the CCP. Photo by Jude Bautista