Spotlight on December: Must-See Theater Shows in Manila
December 2025 brings a festive and exciting lineup to Manila’s theaters, featuring everything from holiday musicals to powerful new plays.
Whether you’re looking for family-friendly performances or thought-provoking productions, the city’s stages promise unforgettable stories, stunning performances, and a celebration of artistry to close the year.
Sala Sa Pito
Sala Sa Pito continues its much-anticipated rerun this Dec. 4 to 5, 2025 at the FEU Center for the Arts Studio, with performances at 3 PM and 7 PM. Presented by Boxstage Manila in partnership with Far Eastern University organizations, this all-FTG alumni production brings a refreshed vision to George de Jesus III’s Palanca Award-winning play.
Loosely inspired by Arthur Schnitzler’s La Ronde, the play explores modern relationships, intimacy, and vulnerability through interconnected 1990s settings and soulful music. Don’t miss this immersive theatrical experience that blends thought-provoking storytelling with a fresh perspective on a Filipino theater classic!
Ateng
Celebrate courage, identity, and resilience this December with Ateng, a deeply moving stage play written by Vincent de Jesus, directed by Rem Zamora, and produced by RS Francisco and Boy Abunda. Catch the show at Rampa Drag Club, Quezon City, from Dec. 5 to 7, 2025, at 7 PM, where a humble beauty parlor becomes the stage for empowerment and defiance.
Set in 2005, the story follows Juicy, a struggling impersonator, and her sister Kiwi as they confront deceit, reclaim dignity, and discover that their salon tools are more than instruments of beauty — they are symbols of self-worth and identity. With humor, heart, and unforgettable performances, Ateng is a powerful tribute to being true to oneself.
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A Christmas Carol: The Musical
Ring in the holiday spirit this December with A Christmas Carol, The Musical, showing every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from Dec. 5 to 21, 2025, at The Proscenium Theater. Presented by Rockwell, this spectacular stage production brings Charles Dickens’ timeless story of redemption and compassion to life through dazzling performances and moving music.
Featuring music by Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin) and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime, Anastasia), the Broadway adaptation follows miserly Ebenezer Scrooge as he is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. With stunning choreography, rich storytelling, and heartwarming melodies, this festive musical is perfect for families and theater lovers — don’t miss the magic of Christmas at Rockwell!
Gregoria Lakambini: A Pinay Pop Musical
Experience a powerful retelling of a national heroine’s story this December as Gregoria Lakambini: A Pinay Pop Musical continues its run from Dec. 5 to 14, 2025, at the Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez, Cultural Center of the Philippines, with shows at 3 PM and 8 PM. This bold, contemporary production reimagines the life of Gregoria de Jesus, the steadfast Lakambini of the Katipunan, through the vibrant energy and rhythm of a P-Pop girl group.
Presented in cooperation with Flip Music Productions Inc., the musical brings Oryang’s courage, love, and voice to center stage. Led by Marynor Madamesila, with Sarah Monay, Heart Puyong, Anya Evangelista, Ynna Rafa, Sofia Sacaguing, and Murline Uddin, the show blends modern music and choreography with themes of identity, freedom, and empowerment. Don’t miss this inspiring celebration of Filipina resilience — tickets are priced at P2,000 (VIP) and P1,800 (Regular).
Patintero sa Ayala Avenue
Step into a world of lights and holiday nostalgia as Patintero sa Ayala Avenue returns for a limited rerun from Dec. 6 to 14, 2025 at The Mirror Theatre Studios, Makati. This heartwarming production uncovers what happens to Ayala Avenue’s iconic lights after Christmas, blending memory, community, and the Filipino spirit of resilience.
With touching performances and vivid visuals, the play captures the charm and chaos of Manila’s festive season. Tickets are P800; it's the perfect holiday theatre experience to welcome the season’s glow.
Ad Infinitum: Two Plays in Memoriam
Step into an intimate world of memory, identity, and human connection as Infinite Cantina presents AD INFINITUM: Two Plays in Memoriam at Dark Roast Coffeehouse, Maginhawa, Quezon City, this December.
Audiences can experience Lost Tongue: A Dream in One Act by Bea Racoma on Dec. 5 & 6 at 7:30 PM and Dec. 6 at 3 PM, followed by The Black Bordello by Jay Crisostomo IV on Dec. 12 & 13 at 7:30 PM and Dec. 13 at 3 PM, each offering a thought-provoking exploration of language, dreams, and societal truths.
Set in an intimate venue, both plays combine evocative storytelling, artistry, and reflection to create a truly immersive theatrical experience.
Ballet Philippines 'Alice in Wonderland'
Step into a world of whimsy and wonder this holiday season with Ballet Philippines’ Alice in Wonderland, running Dec. 5 to 7, 2025 at The Theatre at Solaire. Choreographed by Mikhail Martynyuk, this full-length ballet brings Lewis Carroll’s timeless tale to life with classical ballet, inventive pantomime, and vibrant storytelling, including a gala performance on Dec. 5 at 8 PM and additional matinee and evening shows on Dec. 6 and 7.
Follow Alice through magical gardens, chaotic tea parties, and the Queen of Hearts’ dramatic courtroom in a production designed to enchant audiences of all ages. Tickets offer a unique holiday experience, celebrating Filipino talent and world-class artistry in a visually stunning and imaginative performance.
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