Karylle & Gian are Dazzling in REP’s CAROUSEL

Posted on December 15, 2022

Gian Magdangal (Billy Bigelow) and Karylle (Julie Jordan); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Written and photographed

By Jude Bautista

There’s nothing like the crystal clear voice of Karylle to breathe life into the role of Julie Jordan. Across from her is the strong tenor of Gian Magdangal as Billy Bigelow. The vocals, the material is so strong, they could easily propel the story of REP’s CAROUSEL just from the songs alone. The whole cast gave a fantastic account of themselves, vocally and acting wise. Not to mention the expressive and ingenious dance sequences of Gia Gequinto as Louise and Julio Laforteza (Timony).

Karylle (Julie Jordan); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

You should clear your calendar for the next available performance at the spanking new Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater). Make sure to catch it as this is the last weekend: December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. The new Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater) is in the CCP complex, right across PICC.

Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper) pulls Tim Yap of Phil Star on stage. Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Audience Involvement

The space itself, involves the audiences. The stage is at the center, performers just a few feet away. So much so, that when I was there, Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie) pulled Tim Yap of Phil Star on stage to shoot photos with her cellphone.

From right: PR maven Joy Buensalido, REP Artistic Director Liesl Batucan-Del Rosario and Monique Buensalido. Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

To be fair, it was also Mikkie who handed him the phone. Audiences are discouraged to shoot during the performance. BUT just in case you are pulled up the stage feel free to use your phone at that moment.

Tim Yap of Phil Star shoots cellphone pic of Lorenz Martinez (Enoch Snow) and Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Processing the Past

Most millennials are not aware that Roger’s and Hammerstein’s CAROUSEL is considered as the best musical produced in the 20^th century (according to TIME magazine). Even then, the music may have been played or heard at one time or another owing to their popularity. Songs like YOU’LL NEVER WALK ALONE, IF I LOVED YOU. To have Karylle and Gian Magdangal sing them as a duet is both a visual and vocal treat.

Karylle (Julie Jordan) hugs Gia Gequinto (Louise); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Dialogue does sound dated but that’s also the whole point of it. That we viewers of today think about the sexism, misogyny that was prevalent in that era and compare why and how it’s wrong today.

I went through a similar process with PICCADILY in the 16^th Silent film festival in Shang Plaza Mall. The acclaimed silent film has a lot of scenes and situations, which, today will be considered as overt racism. Whether or not it was intentionally making a statement against racism or showing the current mores of that time (1920s). It’s up to us as viewers today to process that. And figure out how we can eradicate, racism, sexism, violence against women in our time, our era.

From left: REP Pres. Mindy Perez-Rubio, Direk Jaime Del Mundo, Newport World of Resorts Artistic Director Menchu Lauchengco Yulo and Hendri Go. Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Tight Ensemble

Newport World Resorts Artistic Director Menchu Lauchengco Yulo, previously worked extensively with both leads, “I was actually very impressed by Karylle’s vocals. She sang very well. I directed Karylle a long time ago in WEST SIDE STORY. I was very impressed by her acting and interpretation of Julie overall.”

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In 2012, I was also fortunate enough to photograph Karylle opposite Christian Bautista in the spectacular RAMAHARI. This was a landmark musical that featured the works of National Artists Ryan Cayabyab, Badong Bernal, Bien Lumbera among others.

With Gian, Menchu was a castmate, “Gian always, he’s amazing from A.H.E.B to here. I know the range of that voice. In HULING EL BIMBO he was our Hector. He did that voice very well. I’m very familiar. Then Nikkie (Bradshaw-Volante) and Loi (Martinez), everybody. It was a tight ensemble. And Mia Bolaños as Nettie was very good.” AHEB (Ang Huling El Bimbo) based on Eraserhead’s music, was a hit musical that ran in Newport World Resorts in 2019, which was then known as Resort’s World Manila.

Gian Magdangal (Billy Bigelow); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Billy’s Journey

Again, it’s the power of the music that carries the musical. We all feel how Julie falls in love with Billy, through the lyrics and melodies. OR the joy of Enoch in having a family with Carrie in MR. SNOW and WHEN THE CHILDREN ARE ASLEEP. There’s a universality to them audiences can easily relate to. Especially Filipinos who are very family oriented.

Lorenz Martinez (Enoch Snow) and Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

There’s real chemistry on stage between Karylle and Gian that makes the performances work. That’s what it is essentially about, their love for each other. But Menchu believes CAROUSEL is more about the transformation of Gian’s character Billy, “I always liked the character of Billy. Only because of the conflict he goes through. Julie Jordan was strong from beginning to end. So the journey really, for me, is Billy. It’s his journey to redemption in the end. He gets a chance to redeem himself.”

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Filipino Casts’ Stamina and Skill

Another difference Menchu noticed was the smaller cast, where normally it would have taken more, “That was interesting they played dual roles. That’s not always the case. CAROUSEL is always a big cast. They were doubling up. CAROUSEL was really written for a big cast. A cast of, I would say, 30. Because you had men in ‘Blow hard Blow low”. And then you have the 9 kids. If you know the original the 9 kids come out. They fight with Louise. They make fun of her. They bully her because she’s such a tomboy.”

Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

I, personally, think it’s a testament to the stamina and skill of Filipino actors that the cast seamlessly pulled it off. They’re all good obviously, but I just can’t forget the riveting performance of Mia Bolaños as Nettie in the song YOU’LL NEVER WALK ALONE. Bolaños has multiple roles of Starkeeper and Dr. Seldon.

Right: Mia Bolaños (Nettie Fowler/Dr. Seldon); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Bolaños has a long list of credits that include HIMALA THE MUSICAL that performed at the Asian theater Conference in Shanghai (2005) and recently NOLI ME TANGERE THE OPERA in CCP.

Standing: Mia Bolaños (Nettie Fowler/Dr. Seldon); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Roxy, Red to Noel

If there’s Karylle and Gian as the leads, there must be an equally compelling level of antagonists. Roxy Aldiosa plays the seductive and domineering employer of Billy in Mrs. Mullin, while also playing Starkeeper and as part of the Ensemble. Roxy adds a southern twang to the accent of Mrs. Mullin, making her sound more worldly and convincing. Not unlike Blanche Devereaux or Mae West. Roxy has legit classical music chops as a member of the VIVA VOCE VOCAL ENSEMBLE.

Roxy Aldiosa (Mrs. Mullin/ Starkeeper) and Gian Magdangal (Billy Bigelow). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

She and Red Nuestro were part of the DALUYONG NG DIWA for the Philippine National Day at the Dubai Expo 2020. Daluyong ng Diwa or Tides of Our Soul was an original production created to complement the Philippines Pavilion: Bangkóta in Dubai. Red Nuestro is in the role of David Bascombe for CAROUSEL. Daluyong’s music was also composed by Ejay Yatco, musical director here.

From right: Red Nuestro (David Bascombe) and Julio Laforteza (Timony/Barker). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Musical Director and Olympic Piano player Ejay Yatco; Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Noel Rayos, on the other hand, is the sneaky Jigger Craigin but is also an understudy for the role of Billy. Noel is a long time REPERTORY PHILIPPINES veteran but has done roles for ATLANTIS, PETA and many others. He also sings tenor-baritone for Philippine Opera Company’s HARANA Cultural Group.

Noel Rayos (Jigger Craigin/Billy Understudy); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

They whole cast gave a fantastic account of themselves. Everyone from Red Nuestro, Cara Barredo, Paula Paguio, Julio Laforteza, to Steven Hotchkiss who may have the most roles and is an understudy for both Enoch and Jigger.

Center: Steven Hotchkiss (Enoch Jr/ Brother Joshua/Captain Watson); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Gia Gequinto

One of director Toff De Venecia’s ingenious moves was to incorporate dance in the storytelling even more than usual. It was an efficient way of dealing with the growth and experiences of Louise, daughter of Julie and Billy. Louise is played by no less than Ballet Philippines alum Gia Gequinto. Her grace and movement were able to express so much more than mere words are able to. I don’t want to discount Gia’s acting as well which was in full display here.

Gia Gequinto (Louise); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Toff explained, “We reimagined the portion. That’s normally narrative. But we made a commentary instead on the theme. That’s really an expression of emotion, generational trauma, domestic violence, toxic masculinity. That was the original conception of our choreographer Stephen Viñas, his vision.”

Gia Gequinto (Louise) and Julio Laforteza (Timony/Barker); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Opposite Gia is Julio Laforteza who plays Timony and Barker. Laforteza, was trained in dance since 7 years old by Sofia Zobel Elizalde, James and Liesl Laforteza. He continued dance training in the U.S. and is now an instructor himself at Galaw Co. Julio is one of many STEPS DANCE STUDIO alumni who have gone on to have careers in dance here and abroad or have become instructors themselves.

Julio Laforteza (Timony/Barker) and Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Olympic Piano Playing

Speaking of stamina, the piano playing was divided to two musicians: Musical Director Ejay Yatco and Joed Balsamo. Both veterans of musical theater in the Philippines. To say that playing straight for the whole duration is physically taxing is an understatement.

Olympic Piano player Joed Balsamo; Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista (31)

Director Toff said, “It’s really Olympic their piano playing. Well there is a recording, as a fall back in case one of them tests positive for COVID. But this is a two piano orchestration that was provided by the rights holder. What’s unique about the orchestration is it approximates the fullness of an orchestra. We inquired and it was made available to us. So the orchestration was two pianos.” He also believed it was the only one with two pianos currently playing in the world.

From left: Charlie Barredo, Kaki Teodoro, Caisa Borromeo and CAROUSEL director Toff De Venecia. Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Natural Process of Live Shows

If there’s one complaint or weakness in the show, it’s the prevalence of darkness in some scenes. As photographer, I can appreciate creating drama through, high contrast lighting. But having a scene pitch black is an entirely different thing. You can actually use darkness, when you want to create mystery or suspense. But not too often. Because you’re literally shutting down the senses of your audience. You risk putting them to sleep.

Gia Gequinto (Louise) and Steven Hotchkiss (Enoch Jr/ Brother Joshua/Captain Watson). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

There was one instance where Gia Gequinto was at center stage, moving perhaps making some dance moves. We couldn’t really see, as it was dark. And there was no music. If it was just a transition between scenes, why was she moving? The period where it was pitch black went on for too long. I’m not saying light the whole show flat or bright. Maybe it can also be a matter of editing or paring down, starting with the darker scenes?

That’s the advantage of theater and other live shows versus cinema. Although, for some film versions, a director’s cut may be released in the future. That’s an exception rather than a rule. With theater there’s that expected natural process of improving it.

Some Broadway shows are previewed in other areas for feedback, before its actual run. HULING EL BIMBO, mentioned earlier, was already a hit before Floy Quintos was added on as dramaturg for the second run. Producers made note of Quintos tweaking, reworking, editing some scenes. A little self-evaluation, in general, never hurt anyone.

From left: Cara Barredo (Heavenly Friend/Starkeeper), Paula Paguio (Arminy/Ensemble), Roxy Aldiosa (Mrs. Mullin/Starkeeper), Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper) and Karylle (Julie Jordan). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Celeste Legaspi and Nonoy Gallardo; Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Gia Gequinto (Louise) lifted by Julio Laforteza (Timony/Barker); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista (41)

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From left: Nyoy Volante, Newport World Resorts Artistic Director Menchu Lauchengco Yulo, Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper), Cara Berredo (Heavenly Friend/Starkeeper/Carrie Understudy) and Olympic Piano player Joed Balsamo. Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Roxy Aldiosa (Mrs. Mullin/Starkeeper); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

From left: Steven Hotchkiss (Enoch Jr/ Brother Joshua/Captain Watson), Karylle (Julie Jordan) and Gia Gequinto (Louise). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

From left: Karylle (Julie Jordan) and Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista (49)

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Karylle (Julie Jordan); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Gian Magdangal (Billy Bigelow); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Julio Laforteza (Timony/Barker); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Red Nuestro (David Bascombe); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

From left: Paula Paguio (Arminy/Ensemble), Mia Bolaños (Nettie Fowler/Starkeeper) and Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista (59)

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Gia Gequinto (Louise); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

From left: Karylle (Julie Jordan), Gia Gequinto (Louise) and Gian Magdangal (Billy Bigelow). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Gia Gequinto (Louise); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista (63)

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Lorenz Martinez (Enoch Snow); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

From left: Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper) and Karylle (Julie Jordan). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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From left: Paula Paguio (Arminy/Ensemble), Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper) and Karylle (Julie Jordan). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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From left: Lorenz Martinez (Enoch Snow) and Noel Rayos (Jigger Craigin/Billy Understudy). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

From left: Paula Paguio (Arminy/Ensemble), Karylle (Julie Jordan) and Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante (Carrie/Starkeeper). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Roxy Aldiosa (Mrs. Mullin/Starkeeper) and Noel Rayos (Jigger Craigin/Billy Understudy). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista (75)

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Karylle (Julie Jordan); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Gia Gequinto (Louise); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Karylle (Julie Jordan); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

From left: Gian Magdangal (Billy Bigelow), Gia Gequinto (Louise) and Noel Rayos (Jigger Craigin/Billy Understudy). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista (83)

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Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Karylle (Julie Jordan); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Right: Julio Laforteza (Timony/Barker) leads the Ensemble; Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista (86)

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Gia Gequinto (Louise) with cellphone light; Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

Right: Cara Berredo (Heavenly Friend/ Carrie understudy); Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Mia Bolaños (Nettie Fowler/Dr. Seldon) and Gian Magdangal (Billy Bigelow). Watch hit show REP’s CAROUSEL at Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Blackbox Theater), on its last weekend December 16, 17 and 18, 2022. Photo by Jude Bautista

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