Manila International Book Fair 2025

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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Tumindig at Umibig… PA MORE! After a stellar run, Walang Aray returns for a 7-week victory encore from Aug. 29 - Oct.  12, 2025, at the PETA Theater Center.

This genre-bending musical comedy is a modern adaptation of Severino Reyes’ sarsuela, delivering a riotous, razor-sharp twist to the tale of lovers caught in the chaos of 1800s colonial Philippines. Bursting with funk, pop, irreverent humor, and proudly Filipino energy, "Walang Aray" explores identity, resistance, and romance through a wildly entertaining lens.

Expect a refreshed staging, wittier lines, and new cast additions in this latest run. Garnering eight PhilStage Gawad Buhay Awards, ten BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, and four Philippine Leaf Awards, the production cements its place as one of the most celebrated contemporary Filipino musicals in recent years.

Presented by PETA, this satirical masterpiece is both a tribute to Philippine theatrical heritage and a bold leap into the now. Whether you’re watching again or for the first time, "Walang Aray" promises a show that’s heart-stopping, heart-warming, and heart-racing in equal measure.

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Discover the acclaimed musical Dear Evan Hansen from Sept. 4 to 28, 2025, at The Theatre at Solaire. This powerful story follows Evan, an anxious high school student desperate to fit in. When a well-intentioned lie leads to a life he never imagined, Evan must confront the truth about himself and those around him.

Featuring a score by Oscar-winning composers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, creators of The Greatest Showman, and a book by Steven Levenson, this production has won numerous prestigious awards including the Tony Award for Best Musical, the Olivier Award for Best New Musical, and the Grammy Award for Best New Musical Theatre Score.

Directed by Adam Penford, Artistic Director at Nottingham Playhouse, this is the first time the UK touring production of this Broadway and West End sensation will be staged in Asia. Prepare for a heartfelt theatrical experience packed with unforgettable songs and emotional depth. Tickets are now available via TicketWorld. Make sure to check the time slots as they vary depending on the day.

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