Metro Manila Film Festival 2025

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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Robinsons Las Piñas lights up the South with the first-ever in-mall staging of the iconic Manila C.O.D. Christmas on Display, a beloved Filipino holiday tradition that has enchanted families for over 71 years. In partnership with Rosario Animated Display, this year’s spectacular production brings the timeless story of “The Birth of Jesus Christ: A Christmas Story” to life through animatronic displays, festive lights, and nostalgic storytelling.

Originally held in Quezon City, this year marks a new chapter as the display finds a home at Robinsons Las Piñas, allowing more families to experience the magic of the C.O.D. without leaving the South. The show officially opened on Oct. 15 and runs until January, with showtimes from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM (October–November) and 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM (December–January). Special seated viewings for senior citizens are held nightly from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Through this collaboration, Robinsons Malls celebrates not only the joy of the holidays but also the preservation of a cherished piece of Filipino cultural heritage. Don’t miss this festive showcase of faith, hope, and family, now shining bright at Robinsons Las Piñas.

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Brewing Joy — A Holiday Coffee Art Exhibit brings a warm, creative glow to the Red Gallery of Summit Hotel Greenhills from Nov. 21, 2025, to Feb. 1, 2026. Presented by Robinsons Land ARTablado and Summit Hotel Greenhills in collaboration with Coffee Artists PH, the exhibit gathers 38 artists who use coffee as their expressive medium, resulting in a collection of textured, aromatic, and visually captivating works perfect for the holiday season.

The exhibition also marks the launch of The Travelling Coffee Artists Project, a new joint initiative with The Travelling Pastel Project, expanding artistic exchange and community engagement. Adding deeper meaning to the celebration, artworks from Anwylen Fua-Gaño, Melanie Reyes-Tuquet, Imelda Tagudar, and Wilfredo Calderon will be auctioned, with all proceeds benefiting Anawim Lay Missions, the hotel’s partner organization supporting poor and abandoned elderly.

Guests can meet the artists, explore a diverse lineup of coffee-inspired pieces, and enjoy specially crafted dishes and drinks inspired by the theme. With its mix of creativity, advocacy, and holiday spirit, this exhibit invites visitors to slow down, savor, and support Filipino artistry.

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