Head Out to Theaters This Month with These Must-Watch April Theater Shows
It’s a big month for Filipinos, as some of the most-awaited theater shows are set to kick off this month. As Miss Saigon graced the stage last month, the spotlight shifts this month to stories of battles and triumphs in life, accompanied by tunes of love, friendship, and inspiration.
It might be April Fools Month, but these shows are not fooling you with their stories! Reunite with Popoy and Basha at “One More Chance: The Musical” or watch the international musical “Rent” as it opens its doors in Manila.
You’re in for a good month, theater fans! Make sure you have your tickets prepared for these shows! Let The Beat Manila guide you to the must-watch theater and musical shows.
One More Chance, The Musical
Relish Popoy and Basha’s story one more time, but this time, meet them on the theater stage at “One More Chance: The Musical.” The classic and well-loved Filipino film is translated to stage accompanied by the songs of the OPM band, Ben&Ben.
Their not-so-perfect love story has touched a lot of hearts and has told the untold story of some. Don’t miss out and see them in theaters this month!
How much: P,3000, P2,500, P2,200, P2,500, P1,500 / Buy here
Location: PETA Theater Center, No. 5 Eymard/Sunnyside Drive, Brgy. Kristong Hari, New Manila, Quezon City
Rent The Musical
A masterpiece written and composed by Jonathan Larson in the 1990s, open your mind and embark on a journey with the highly acclaimed theater play “Rent” which will give you a deeper understanding of what life is.
No need to wait for 526,000 minutes as 9 Works Theatrical’s restaging of “Rent” is opening its month-long show in Manila starting on April 20.
How much: P4,000, P3,800, P3,600, P3,500, P3,400, P2,000 / Buy here
Location: CPR Auditorium, 4F, Tower II, RCBC Plaza, 6819 Ayala Avenue, Makati City
Kung Paano Nanalo Sa Karera si Rosang Taba
A story about winning in life, Maynard Manansala and Rody Vera’s “Kung Paano Nanalo Sa Karera si Rosang Taba” is racing once again in theaters this year. Named one of the best Filipino theater shows in 2023, join Rosa as she races against her oppressors and makes possible the impossible.
Be limitless with Rosa and learn a lesson or two in fighting for your liberty. Starting on April 19, the play at UP Diliman is one for all ages so feel free to bring your kids to this restaging of Dean Francis Alfar’s children’s book.
How much: P1,000 (discounts are available for students, PWDs and senior citizens) / Buy here
Location: IBG-KAL Theater, UP Diliman, Magsaysay Avenue, Roces Street, Diliman, Quezon City
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Theater and OPM fans are in for a treat as the most-awaited Parokya ni Edgar (PNE) musical is opening its curtains this month. Directed by Dexter M. Santos and written by Rody Vera, discover how all four female leads face the ups and downs of life using the music of the classic OPM band.
Just like how the PNE song goes, “Magbabagsakan dito,” the musical is expected to leave everyone in awe.
How much: P5,525, P4,420, P3,315, P2,210, P1,105 / Buy here
Location: Newport Performing Arts Theater, Newport Boulevard, Newport City, Pasay City
Twenty Questions
What would you do if you were stuck with your friend for 24 hours inside a hotel room? Let Jigs and Yumi answer that for you on the Palanca award-winning play “Twenty Questions.” Hear what they have to say about love, life, and sex over wine.
The rerun of the play this month is in support of the Anihan Technical School.
How much: P800 / Buy here
Location: The Mirror Studio Theater, 8463 Kalayaan Avenue, Poblacion, Makati City
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