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Discover a world of whimsy, wonder, and a dash of madness as REP’s Theater for Young Audiences stages "Alice in Wonderland" from Aug. 23 to Dec. 14, 2025, at the REP Eastwood Theater. Audiences will follow Alice’s adventures through magical doors, mad tea parties, and encounters with eccentric friends and foes.

With lively songs, playful choreography, and a colorful design, this family-friendly show invites everyone to join Alice’s unforgettable journey. Expect appearances from the White Rabbit, Mad Hatter, Cheshire Cat, Queen of Hearts, and more—each bringing music, laughter, and surprises to the stage. Directed by Joy Virata and Cara Barredo, with book, music, and lyrics by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman, the production promises a dazzling theatrical experience.

Tickets are priced at P1,500 (Orchestra Center) and P1,000 (Orchestra Side), available via TicketWorld and Ticket2Me.

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Get ready for a cinematic journey as the the 2025 Korean Film Festival: Scenes on Screen brings Korean cinema to the Philippines from Aug. 27 to Nov. 21, 2025. Organized by the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC), this year’s festival features screenings, talks, and an in-depth exhibit on production design.

Kick off the festival on Aug. 27 at Cine Adarna, UP Film Institute, with a Talkback Session featuring Korean production designer Han Ah-rum ("Kill Boksoon"), producer RuBi, and Korean Film Council researcher Park Hee-seong, alongside Filipino filmmakers and the Film Development Council of the Philippines.

From Aug. 27 to Nov. 21, visit KCC in Taguig for the free exhibit "Production Design: Scene Architects Build On-Screen Worlds," spotlighting visual artists like Ryu Seong-hee ("Decision to Leave," "The Handmaiden") and Cho Hwa-sung ("Hansan: Rising Dragon").

Catch free film screenings from Aug. 29-31 at SM Mall of Asia, SM City Iloilo, and SM Lanang Premier, with titles including "I, The Executioner" (2024), "Concrete Utopia" (2023), and "Kingmaker" (2022).

Closing the festival is the Tingin Southeast Asian Film Festival on Sept. 26-27 at Gateway Cineplex 18.

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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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Rediscover the timeless joy of the holidays with “We Wish You a MOA Christmas,” SM Mall of Asia’s spectacular Christmas celebration happening from Sept. 16, 2025, to Jan. 9, 2026. This year’s festivities bring back the magic of a traditional Christmas with dazzling lights, enchanting music, and plenty of family-friendly attractions.

Marvel at the majestic 65-foot Christmas tree at the Central Atrium, complete with a charming post office where kids can drop their Letters to Santa. Every Saturday at 4 p.m. from Nov. 8 to Dec. 25, meet Santa himself for a cheerful photo op. Feel the warmth of the season with Christmas carols on select dates (Nov. 16, 30, and Dec. 14), and catch the Grand Holiday Fireworks Spectacle every Saturday at 7 p.m. at SM By the Bay.

Don’t miss the Christmas Market from Nov. 19 to Jan. 9, offering handcrafted gifts, festive treats, and seasonal décor perfect for holiday shopping. With sparkling lights, joyful performances, and heartfelt traditions, SM Mall of Asia promises a Christmas celebration that’s as magical as ever.

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