KinoFest 2026

“The National MILO® Marathon: 50th Anniversary ‘The Golden Run’” celebrates five decades of grassroots sports development and Filipino running culture. The nationwide series spans 15 races across the country, beginning on March 1 and concluding with the National Finals on Dec. 6 at Clark City, Pampanga.

The marathon’s multi‑city calendar includes races in Pasay City, Naga City, Sorsogon City, Davao City, General Santos City, Dipolog City, Cagayan de Oro City, Cebu City, Tagbilaran City, Dumaguete City, Bacolod City, Vermosa, Cavite, and Subic, Zambales. Each stop reflects the event’s mission to make competitive running accessible across regions while nurturing emerging talent.

Designed for runners of all levels, the MILO Marathon emphasizes discipline, determination, and community, offering participants the chance to challenge themselves while becoming part of a long‑standing national tradition. For many Filipino athletes, the series represents the starting line of a lifelong journey in sport.

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Step into a vibrant celebration of Filipino music, culture, and self-expression with "Bongga Ka 'Day: The Annie Batungbakal Musical," running on select dates from Sept. 18 to Oct. 24, 2026, at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Inspired by the beloved 1979 film starring National Artist Nora Aunor, this large-scale theatrical production reimagines the iconic story of Annie Batungbakal through the timeless music of legendary OPM band Hotdog.

Following the success of "Bagets: The Musical," the same production team brings another beloved Filipino classic to the stage, blending nostalgia with a contemporary perspective. The musical explores themes of identity, confidence, resilience, and individuality, making it a meaningful experience for longtime fans of OPM as well as younger audiences discovering these songs for the first time. The production is co-produced by Viva, The Philippine STAR, and Newport World Resorts, with creative direction from PETA Plus.

Audiences can look forward to hearing enduring classics such as "Annie Batungbakal," "Ikaw ang Miss Universe ng Buhay Ko," and "Pers Lab," woven into a story-driven theatrical experience. Performances are scheduled at 3 PM and 8 PM on select dates, bringing the spirit of one of OPM’s most influential eras back to life on stage.

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Step into a gripping psychological thriller with "ABOUT US BUT NOT ABOUT US," running from Oct. 2-25, 2026, at the Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater in Makati. Produced by IdeaFirst Live!, the live performance arm of The IdeaFirst Company, this acclaimed stage adaptation invites audiences into a chilling world where truth, desire, and deception collide.

The story follows Eric, a literature professor, and his student Lancelot, who meet months after the death of Eric's partner, Marcus. What begins as a seemingly ordinary lunch conversation gradually unravels into a tense confrontation filled with long-buried secrets, conflicting motivations, and devastating revelations. As layers of the relationship between the three men are exposed, the audience is challenged to piece together the unsettling truth behind Marcus's death.

Directed by Tuxqs Rutaquio, the production features rotating performances from a cast that includes Romnick Sarmenta, Elijah Canlas, Epy Quizon, Andoy Ranay, Tuxqs Rutaquio, Kobie Brown, Geraldine Villamil, Marlon Rivera, and Jack Denzel.

Running for 1 hour and 45 minutes without intermission, the play explores themes of guilt, ambition, identity, and betrayal through an intense and emotionally charged narrative intended for mature audiences.

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Explore questions of identity, family, and technology in "A Number" by Caryl Churchill, presented by WHYNoT and The Necessary Theatre on Oct. 9-11 and 16-18, 2026, at 3 PM and 8 PM on select dates, at WHYNoT in Makati. Written in 2002 during a period of intense public discussion around human cloning, the play follows a father who secretly clones his son and is forced to confront the consequences of his actions. More than two decades later, its themes feel especially relevant in an age shaped by artificial intelligence and rapidly evolving technologies.

The production reunites Bart Guingona and JC Santos, who last appeared together in the acclaimed 2023 staging of "Red." This time, Santos takes on the dual role of director and performer, marking his directorial debut while portraying Bernard 1, Bernard 2, and Michael Black opposite Guingona's Salter. The production also features contributions from visual artist Miguel Uy and sound artist Frankie Lalunio ("Mudskipper"), blending theater and new media in a compelling examination of humanity and technological progress.

With only 80 seats available per performance, this intimate nine-show run offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience one of Churchill's most acclaimed works up close. Tickets are priced at P2,800.

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