DECEMBER AVENUE - FOR THE ONES WE LOVE

Experience an evening of musical grandeur at PPO 41st Concert IV – Triumph and Thanksgiving, happening at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater, Makati City. Part of the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra’s (PPO) remarkable 40th Concert Season titled VERSATILE, the series runs from Sept. 2025 to April 2026, with tickets starting at P800.

Under the baton of Maestro Grzegorz Nowak, the PPO’s Music Director and Principal Conductor, this concert promises an uplifting celebration of artistry and gratitude through a program that blends classical mastery and modern brilliance. Audiences can expect captivating performances from acclaimed local and international soloists, including pianists Andrey Gugnin, Mark Bebbington, Szymon Nehring, and Junhee Kim; cellist Tomasz Strahl; sopranos Katarzyna Dondalska, Andion Fernandez, and Katerina Mina; and violinists Diomedes Saraza, Jr. and Bartek Niziol.

From timeless symphonies to stirring contemporary compositions, Triumph and Thanksgiving showcases the orchestra’s exceptional versatility, offering a moving expression of music’s enduring power to inspire and unite.

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Opus and NUSTAR Premier Cinemas proudly present CineArts Season 2, an exclusive series showcasing world-class ballet, opera, and music films from the Royal Opera House, London, directly to Filipino audiences. Running from Sept. 23, 2025, to June 9, 2026, the season opens with the documentary, "Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe," followed by celebrated productions including "Tosca," "Cinderella (2024)," "The Nutcracker," "La Traviata," "Woolf Works," "Giselle," "Siegfried," and "The Magic Flute."

Screenings take place every Tuesday at Opus VIP Cinema and NUSTAR VIP Cinema, offering guests crystal-clear visuals, immersive sound, and luxurious seating. Tickets start at P900, providing an intimate front-row experience of globally acclaimed performances without leaving the country. CineArts combines the magic of cinema with the grandeur of opera and ballet, appealing to art enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and anyone looking for a sophisticated entertainment experience.

Each screening is designed to capture the emotion, drama, and elegance of live performance in a cinematic format.

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The BABYMONSTER 2nd Mini Album “WE GO UP” Pop-Up in Manila runs from Dec. 17, 2025, to Feb. 15, 2026, at Level 3, North Main Mall, SM Mall of Asia, open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Created to celebrate BABYMONSTER’s second mini album, the pop-up store offers fans a dedicated space to explore official merchandise tied to the group’s latest release. In partnership with local collectible retailer Filbars, the pop-up features a curated selection of items, including apparel, accessories, and collectible goods inspired by the album.

Fans can also look forward to exclusive photocards and fan-only items available only at the Manila pop-up, making the experience especially meaningful for MONSTIEZ. Merchandise showcases all seven members—Ruka, Pharita, Asa, Ahyeon, Rami, Rora, and Chiquita—reflecting the visual and creative identity of the “WE GO UP” era.

With its extended run, the pop-up allows fans ample time to visit, shop, and immerse themselves in BABYMONSTER’s evolving sound and style in a physical, fan-focused setting.

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Be transported into a world of revolution, love, and redemption with the Les Misérables World Tour Spectacular, coming to The Theatre at Solaire, Parañaque City, this January 2026. Expanded from the hit Les Misérables: The Staged Concert, this grand world tour brings Cameron Mackintosh’s critically acclaimed production to Manila on a scale never seen before.

Featuring over 110 company members and crew, including an international all-star cast and a live ensemble of Filipino and international musicians, this reimagined spectacle is set to captivate audiences with its new set and lighting designs, stunning orchestration, and breathtaking performances of songs such as “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Do You Hear the People Sing,” and more.

Written by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, with lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer, and based on Victor Hugo’s timeless novel, this new staging delivers the full emotional power and grandeur of one of the world’s most beloved musicals. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to witness Les Misérables: World Tour Spectacular in Manila — a theatrical masterpiece that continues to inspire audiences across generations.

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