Asia’s grandest dog show set to take place at Smart Araneta Coliseum

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From January 9-13, the Smart Araneta Coliseum will host Asia’s biggest dog show, the Philippine Circuit 2025.

This year’s event brings the debut of the first-ever National Grooming Team Competition, a groundbreaking addition elevating the Philippines’ status in the global grooming arena. Alongside this competition, 17 world-class judges will oversee the All-Breed Championship Dog Shows, featuring 96 breeds and 7,560 entries across 12 shows.

The event boasts impressive numbers, with daily entries reaching 1,890 and top breeds like the French Bulldog, Golden Retriever, and Pomeranian among the highlights.

Get your tickets for as low as P100. To get your tickets please visit this link, https://www.ticketnet.com.ph/event-detail/PHILIPPINE-CIRCUIT-2025

THE SCRIPT is coming back to Manila with SATELLITES WORLD TOUR in 2025

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With over 10 billion streams, 12 million album sales, six UK #1 albums and two Platinum-certified US singles, the multi-awarded and platinum-selling Irish band, THE SCRIPT is coming back to Manila and bringing their SATELLITES WORLD TOUR on February 11, 2025 at the Araneta Coliseum. 

Presented by Midas Promotions and Wilbros Live. Tickets go on-sale on August 10, 10AM via TicketNet.com.ph and TicketNet outlets nationwide.

 

After reuniting for select shows with The Script family in 2023, the band is ready to hit the road and head out to big stages of their own. This will see them play to over 2 million fans around the world this year and more next year. The Script will be performing their biggest hits and fan favourites from their six studio albums like “The Man Who Can’t Be Moved”, “Breakeven”, “For The First Time”, “Hall of Fame”, “Superheroes”, and songs from their highly anticipated new album ‘Satellites’ featuring the new hit song “Both Ways”.

 

Glen Power says, “.. we’re The Script, and now we have something to prove: that there is life and light after the darkness.” Vowing to pay tribute to their friend (Mark Sheehan) by continuing the band they had built together, vocalist Danny O’Donoghue returned to the studio and experimented in a number of ways. What emerged is ‘Satellites’, an utterly uplifting collection of songs that forges a new future for The Script while remembering that although Mark may no longer be here, he remains a vital part of everything that they do.

 

Danny explains, “The album cover is silhouettes of me, Glen and Ben Sargeant, our bassist.. Then we have a hooded silhouette, because the air of Mark is still there. He always will be, but it's also giving a tip of the hat to the future. It'll never be the same Script. We're just trying to get on and do what it is that we all feel is the next right thing to do and that’s to keep making more great music.”

High Res Artwork: The Script - Manila Artwork

Darren for his 10th anniversary concert "D10" with special celebrity guests

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The multi-awarded artist is set to dominate the stage in his 10th anniversary concert dubbed “D10” !

Asia’s Pop Heartthrob Darren will take over the  Araneta Coliseum on June 1, 2024 (Saturday).

Tickets to the much-awaited concert are available in Ticketnet outlets and ticketnet.com.ph priced at P8,004 (Platinum), P6,404 (VIP), P4,269 (Patron A), P2,668 (Patron B), P2,135 (Lower box), P1,068 (Upper box), and P427 (General admission).

Darren entered the industry after joining the first season of “The Voice Kids Philippines” where he finished as a runner-up under Sarah Geronimo’s team. With his wide range and unique vocal style, he has captivated listeners with a slew of hits such as “Dying Inside To Hold You,” “In Love Ako Sa’yo,” and “7 Minutes.” He has two platinum albums under his belt “Darren” and “Be With Me.” Last year, he released the track “Bibitaw Na” which marked his first single under Star Music.

He also dabbled into acting via the blockbuster film “The Hows of Us” and the iWantTFC series “Lyric and Beat.” Currently, he portrays the role of Stephen in ABS-CBN’s hit primetime series “Can’t Buy Me Love.”

Don’t miss Darren’s “D10” concert happening on June 1. For more details, follow Star Music on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

A New Foodies’ World awaits at Araneta City's Gateway Mall 2

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Wait for it! Exciting food brands and destinations are coming to the City of Firsts.

Gateway Mall 2, the latest lifestyle offering at Araneta City, is set to welcome the public this year. And with this new marketplace, expect to be amazed by new and additional choices of restaurants, cafes, and other food destinations.

Once fully open, Gateway Mall 2 will enhance the breadth and depth of gastronomic selection in Araneta City – making it the latest place to satisfy all sorts of food adventures in the metro.

Get ready for the mall's opening and keep an eye on these brand-new dining spots at the City of Firsts.

Restaurant Collection

Araneta City expands its selection of dining options with restaurants owned by Chef Margarita Fores and her family to open as part of Gateway Mall 2’s Restaurant Collection. The renowned culinary clan brings their unique brand of scrumptious dishes to the City of Firsts with a mano, Mamou, and Grace Park.

There are also other restaurants to watch out for. Savor the finest steaks, burgers, and other grilled favorites at Wolfgang Steakhouse Grill. Sate your longing for comfort food with beloved signature Pinoy dishes of Abe, and Cochi Bistro. For a burst of flavors from around the world, catch Choi Garden, Botejyu, Coco Ichibanya, and Tokyo Milk Cheese as they open in Gateway Mall 2. And for coffee lovers, UCC Park Café and Starbucks Coffee will open their branches in the new mall’s hard-to-miss location.

Coliseum Plaza

More choices are made available in Araneta City, especially to patrons of Smart Araneta Coliseum. Located just a few steps away from the Big Dome's Red Gate entrance is the Coliseum Plaza, which hosts a variety of options to satisfy any type of craving in one convenient spot.

Put a savory punch to your coliseum experience by enjoying some good meals and snacks from Shake Shack and Mo’s Burger, Hong Kong dim sum at Tim Ho Wan, Pinoy comfort fare at Manam and Nono’s, and a drinks and cocktails bar soon.

Restaurants at the Coliseum Plaza offer both indoor and outdoor seating, giving customers more options on how they want to enjoy their dining experience.

Palenque

Mallgoers who long for dishes from their respective hometowns don't need to go far, as Gateway Mall 2 will feature a food crawl called Palenque – a Pinoy-themed food arena with the best-of-the-best in Filipino food heritage.

At Palenque, diners can do a “food crawl” through a selection of signature cuisine native and unique to every province or region in the Philippines and prepared by celebrated chefs in their own inimitable way. Check out Bale Dutung of Chef Claude Tayag, Al Puruganan’s Ilocos cuisine, Chef Tatung’s Cebu offerings and delicacies, Palm Grill from Zamboanga, Sea Salt Davao Grill, Chinoy's Chicken Fandian and more Bacolod delicacies, and offerings like Diwal.

Behind this exciting food idea is Filipino chef and restaurateur Claude Tayag, who brings his vision and culinary expertise in Philippine gastronomy to the City of Firsts.

Asian Village

Foodies looking for a mouthwatering Asian culinary experience also don’t need to go far. Gateway Mall 2 is host to an inviting Asian Village that will showcase the richness of cuisine on this side of the globe.

Treat yourself to a tour around the region with delicacies from Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, Thailand, Korea, and other Eastern nations, all within the comforts of Araneta City’s new mall.

More food choices

Expect an abundance of other exciting dining options when you explore the entirety of the 190,000-square-meter Gateway Mall 2.

Coliseum patrons entering or exiting via the mall’s upper ground floor access will be greeted with an array of nearby food choices such as Hawker Chan, BLK 513, French Baker, Tong Yang, Yoshinoya, Llao Llao, Pound, Panda Express, Subway, and more. Also, the largest Mary Grace Cafe in the metro will soon open alongside these restaurants.

More exciting food go-tos will spread in various parts of the mall. There’s Ramen Nagi, Red Crab, Burgoo, Tsokolateria, Dookki Korean, Banana Leaf, Bread Talk, Peri-Peri, Classic Savory, Via Mare, and more. Vikings—one of the go-to buffet restaurants of Filipinos—is also set to land on this side of Gateway Mall 2.

An exciting concept is also in store for K-pop and P-pop fans. Opening soon at Araneta City's latest mall is K Pop Town and Café—a first in the Philippines—which will provide an additional Korean and local pop experience beyond the City of Firsts' usual entertainment scene.

Araneta Group-owned brands Pizza Hut, Dairy Queen, and Taco Bell will have more presence in Araneta City with additional branches in Gateway Mall 2.

There's plenty more to expect when Araneta City opens its new mall this 2023. So watch out for Gateway Mall 2 and get ready to try these new dining destinations at the City of Firsts.

#PINAKAMAKINANG: The Brilliant Concert 2023

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The most brilliant concert of 2023 is happening this February 7, 2023, live at the Smart Araneta Coliseum!

This is the comeback concert of Brilliant Skin Essentials, Inc. headed by its CEO and Lady Boss, Ms. Glenda. Their last concert happened back in 2019, then the pandemic happened.

And now, they’re set for a big comeback and they’re making sure that it’s going to be #PINAKAMAKINANG.

The show will be headlined by Ms. Glenda herself, and she will be joined by the industry’s brightest stars and performers like Alden Richards, Jona, Morissette, Adie, Mayonnaise, Kamikazee, Drag Queens and the Pop Rock Icon, Bamboo.

Brilliant Skin ambassadors Seth Fedelin, Jillian Ward, Zeinab Harake and Andrea Brillantes will be gracing the show as well.

Hosting the concert are Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rabiya Mateo, the comedic duo of MC and Lassy and Sam YG.

Serving as special guests of the concert are veteran broadcast journalists and TV personalities, Ms. Korina Sanchez and Senator Raffy Tulfo.

The #PINAKAMAKINANG concert is a thanksgiving concert of Brilliant Skin Essentials for all their loyal users, friends, resellers, distributors and franchisees, for their unwavering support to their growing family. It’s also noteworthy to mention that this concert at the Big Dome is for FREE for them!

Aside from powerful performances and many surprises, it’s an early birthday treat for Miss Glenda’s upcoming birthday on February 14.

So as a gift to all the attendees in Araneta Coliseum, prizes will be given away when lady luck is on your side on February 7! Aside from Brilliant Skin gift packs, lucky winners can take home one of the 10 Yamaha Mio motorcycles… or any of the 2 brand new cars in the raffle! But who knows, additional prizes might be given away on the concert day itself!

Brilliant Skin Essentials, Inc., aside from its skincare products, also extends help to those who are in need, through its charitable organization called BRILLIANT LOVE. It aims to aide fellow Filipinos in times of natural calamities and extend a helping hand to the poor.

Truly, BRILLIANT SKIN has a BRILLIANT HEART.

Brilliant Skin Essentials – the best skin of your life starts here!

OneRepublic Live in Concert coming to Manila on February 23

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GRAMMY® nominated, multi-platinum selling band OneRepublic announces their much-awaited return to Asia in February 2023. The ‘Live in Concert’ tour will be coming to MANILA on February 23 at the Araneta Coliseum. Presented by Wilbros Live. Tickets will go on-sale on September 30, 10AM via TicketNet.com.ph and TicketNet outlets nationwide.

OneRepublic, fronted by the enigmatic Ryan Tedder, have provided some of the most memorable and successful pop hits of their generation, including chart and streaming smashes “Apologize”, “Stop and Stare”, “Rescue Me” and “Counting Stars”. On the 27th of August 2020, the band released their new single, “Someday”, in which the group also debuted the video for their new song. The album includes previously released tracks which combined have over 2.5 billion global streams, “Run”, “Somebody To Love”, “Wanted”, “Better Days” and “Rescue Me”, which has been certified RIAA Gold.

The band has blasted back into global charts with their smash hit “I Ain’t Worried” which is featured in the blockbuster movie, Top Gun: Maverick. The video, directed by Isaac Rentz, includes stunning footage from the film. OneRepublic has amassed more than 5 billion streams on Spotify to date with all their smash hits.

P-POP idol groups, fans come together for 2022 PPOPCON

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Two-day event filled with music and fun activities with trendiest P-Pop acts

P-Pop fans rejoice! The moment you’ve all been waiting for is finally here! Meet your faves, get to interact with your biases, and create lasting memories with your idols at the first Pinoy Pop Convention (PPOPCON) happening this April 9 to 10 in the City of Firsts!

PPOPCON is billed to be the first and largest event that celebrates Pinoy Pop Music and is eyed to be a great venue to build and strengthen the growing P-Pop community. The event is expected to be attended by idol groups SB19, MNL48, BGYO, BINI, Alamat, 1st.One, Press Hit Play and 4th Impact. Up and coming acts like VXON, KAIA, DAYDREAM, YARA, VER5US, G22, and more will be gracing the PPOPCON stage as well!

“P-Pop is quickly gaining international attention and many fans are recognizing the talent andpassion of many P-Pop acts. Through PPOPCON, we are celebrating the growing P-Pop community through the first event of its kind right here at the City of Firsts,” said Andhie Salutin, Project head of PPOPCON.

It will be divided into a convention which will happen at the New Frontier Theater and will be capped off with a concert at the Araneta Coliseum, which fans can also attend live, making it one of the biggest entertainment events to take place at the Big Dome since 2020. The hybrid concert will happen on-ground, with fans to be allowed inside the venue, and will be live-streamed online simultaneously.

The convention will feature fanbase activities, booths, selling of official merch, games, and performances by some of the trendiest names in P-Pop today. The interaction between fanbases such as A’TIN, MNLoves, ACEs, Mga Magiliw, and more in the two-day event is something we look forward to!

Meanwhile, the concert taking place on April 10 from 3 PM to 7 PM will be headlined by heavyweights like SB19, 4th Impact, MNL48, BGYO, and many others!

“PPOPCON marks the return of live entertainment and a return of audiences to this type of event since the start of the pandemic,” Irene Jose, COO of Uniprom, the entertainment unit of the Araneta Group said. “We are excited to welcome fans back to the home of entertainment—Araneta City. We promise them that they will have the time of their lives at the PPOPCON; not only can they interact with their idols and other fans, they’ll also experience something that we’ve been missing for a long time, live music! And they’ll get to enjoy it in the country’s leading live entertainment venue of choice, the Araneta Coliseum!”

Concert ticket prices start at just P1,000. Both convention and concert tickets can be purchased at www.ticketnet.com.ph. Rest assured that the safety of the fans who will physically attend the event is still our utmost priority. With the Big Dome having been awarded a Safety Seal by the local city government of Quezon, Araneta City continues to implement the strictest health and safety guidelines throughout the City of Firsts.

“The health and safety of the fans are always a top priority for us, that’s why with the return of live entertainment, we’ve intensified health and safety standards that we have implemented here in Araneta City since the start of the pandemic. We are committed to a safe, healthy, and fun experience for everyone who’ll attend PPOPCON,” Jose concluded.

For more information about the event, please visit www.ppopcon.ph. You may also like and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. For inquiries, you may get in touch with the organizers at ppopconvention@gmail.com.

Araneta City ensures safety measures as stores reopen on May 20

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The management of Araneta City has announced the reopening of its three malls- Gateway Mall, Ali Mall and Farmers Plaza- starting Wednesday, May 20, in accordance with the resumption of most businesses in Metro Manila under the modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) regulations set up by the Covid-19 Inter Agency Task Force (IATF).

To ensure the health of customers and employees, the Araneta City management will continue the regular sanitation and disinfection of all interior and exterior establishments within its premises, as shown in this photo.

For the safety of customers and employees, established Covid-19 rules and regulations will be followed such as “no face mask, no entry”, the requirement of presenting a quarantine pass or authorized company ID upon entry, temperature checks at entrances, minimum one meter social distancing, two steps between persons on escalators, limited elevator capacity, among other regulations. 

For pregnant women, the elderly, and PWDs, they may be accompanied by one person when visiting any of the malls of Araneta City. 

Other measures that have already been in place at Araneta City since the declaration of enhanced community quarantine will continue to be implemented such as the placement of disinfectant-soaked foot baths and alcohol dispensers at entrances, hand sanitizers and alcohol dispensers located in concierge, booths, and restrooms, and floor markings for social distancing. Regular sanitation and disinfection of interiors and exteriors of Araneta City establishments will also be maintained.

In the photo, floor marks indicating where elevator riders should stand are seen as a worker disinfects the elevator's surfaces. The Araneta City management urges customers and employees to follow social distancing protocols to ensure a safe and healthy environment for everyone.

Food and other service establishments are mandated to follow workplace safety guidelines promulgated by the Department of Health and the Department of Labor and Employment to ensure the safety of customers and service providers.

Sanitation is essential in combating COVID-19. Knowing this, the Araneta City management will continue to sanitize and disinfect all of its spaces, especially those that are frequented by customers such as washrooms.

For the information of the general public, safety guidelines such as advisories and infographics will be posted in prominent areas in the malls, especially at entrances, parking and smoking areas, escalators, elevators, and restrooms.

Mall hours will be from 11 AM to 7PM and only non-leisure stores and establishments will open as per the guidance set by the IATF. A complete list of open stores and establishments is available on facebook.com/AranetaCity.

“We welcome back our customers and employees to Araneta City. Your safety and well-being is always our top priority, which is why we will continue to implement social distancing and enhanced personal hygiene protocols,” said Antonio Mardo, Senior Vice President for Operations of Araneta City. 

Witness the IMPOSSIBLE: World’s Greatest Magic Show this season #SeeToBelieve #ImpossibleMNL

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Exciting. Thrilling. Amazing! The stage is set for the biggest magical spectacle this Holiday season as IMPOSSIBLE: World’s Greatest Magic Show finally arrives in Manila. Opening on Christmas Day, December 25^th to January 3^rd at the Araneta Coliseum, Filipinos will finally be able to see the much-awaited magical show live on stage.

Fresh from its record-breaking success in London’s West End, IMPOSSIBLE has been hailed by critics as “the Hottest Act in Town” (Daily Mail) for giving “variety, illusion and magic a brilliant, fresh spin” (The Stage). The Guardian describes IMPOSSIBLE as “a fiesta of trickery and illusion,” and "an absolute blast from start to finish!" says Hollywood News.

IMPOSSIBLE features six of the world’s most mind-blowing magical acts, fusing death-defying stunts, technological trickery, grand stage illusions and close-up magic in a fast-paced breath-taking performance that reinvents the biggest illusions in history.

“We were overwhelmed by the welcome that London audiences showed IMPOSSIBLE last year and hot on the heels of our success in different parts of the world. We are delighted to be bringing our spectacular World Tour now to Manila.” says Jamie Hendry (Producer).

IMPOSSIBLE features Boundary-Breaking Magician Ben Hart, Explosive Street Magician Magical Bones, Mind-Blowing Mind-Reader Chris Cox, Grand Illusionist Josephine Lee, Master of Magic Ali Cook, and Comic Daredevil Bello Nock.

Video Commercial: https://youtu.be/E_XOAQc9ltA

Ben Hart and Magical Bones made the news headlines recently as they left Filipino audiences stunned with their up-close magic and sleight of hand tricks during their promo tour in Manila to announce the show.

“Wilbros Live is thrilled to bring the world’s greatest magic show IMPOSSIBLE to Manila. This is a must-see live spectacular for the whole family this coming holiday season,” adds executive producer Winston Llamas of Wilbros Live.

Don’t miss the much-awaited show. You have to See To Believe the IMPOSSIBLE!

Tickets at affordable prices – starting at P160. For ticket reservations, visit TicketNet.com.ph or call 911-5555 for more information.

#SeeToBelieve #ImpossibleMNL

Miss Universe Philippines Maxine Medina gears up for Miss Universe pageant

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Miss Universe Philippines Maxine Medina during her send off event hosted by the Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc.

Miss Universe Philippines Maxine Medina was showered with all the warm wishes during the ceremonial send-off party hosted by Bb. Pilipinas Charities Inc. held at the Versailles Tent of the Novotel Manila Araneta Center last Tuesday, January 10, 2017.

Brimming with beauty and confidence, she warmly greeted and thanked members of the press and everybody came to show their love and support for the 24-year old beauty queen. 

The excitement builds up as the 65th Miss Universe season comes into full swing. The send-off event set our representative Maxine up for the 65th Miss Universe pre-pageant activities starting January 14. 

Bb. Pilipinas Charities Inc. chair Mrs. Stella Marquez Araneta, and her fellow Binbining Pilipinas 2016 winners gave their heartfelt messages, hopes and best wishes to boost Maxine's confidence for her fight on the Miss Universe Pageant. 

Miss Universe Philippines Maxine Medina #4M4MU 

Maxine's family, friends, and boyfriend Marx Topacio were also present at the send-off.

She's very grateful for all the support she has been getting, especially from the filipino netizens who actively root for her online. She's now asking for further support from everyone by using the pageant's official hashtag #4M4MU

Miss Universe Philippines Maxine Medina with her thank you's and final words at send-off hosted by Bb. Pilipinas Charities Inc. at the Versailles Tent of the Novotel Manila Araneta Center

"The pressure to win is at its greatest now, but yoy words of encouragement relly help strengthen me a lot. I did what I could do in preparing for it and I really hope that It will pays off come pageant night," Maxine says. 

Our beauty queen is confident of back-to-back PH win for Miss Universe. Maxine says she is 100 percent ready to fight for the crown. She shared that her training has been comprehensive and the only thing she asks for are prayers from all Filipinos to guide and see her through each step of the way. 

Miss Philippines Maxine Medina waves at her fans and members of press at her send-off party organized by the Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Inc., January 10, 2017.

Maxine confirms she will wear Rhett Eala for her national costume and evening gown.

Best of luck to the upcoming Miss Universe Coronation Night, Miss Maxine Medina. We can’t wait for you to be crowned as the ultimate Queen of the Universe 2017!

For more updates and more news on Binibining Pilipinas, visit : 

www.bbpilipinas.com

www.facebook.com/pg/realbbpilipinas

@bbpilipinasofficail 

Catch the electrifying performances of ‘Le Grand Cirque’ at the Big Dome this Christmas

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The greatest show in town at The Big Dome, Le Grand Cirque’s Christmas Spectacular will be the most magical show you’ll ever see.

Le Grand Cirque is a big-scale circus production that features a group of world-class performers and artists that come from Europe, Canada, China and the UK.

The Araneta Center has always brought a lot of firsts to Filipino audiences, and it’s no different this year as it stages the first-ever “Le Grand Cirque” at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in December.

A show that will keep you on the edge of your seat, “Le Grand Cirque” lets audiences feel the thrill of death-defying stunts and unbelievable acts as in a spectacular show families can enjoy this Yuletide season.

Direct from Las Vegas and touted as the greatest show in town, “Le Grand Cirque” promises to give high-octane family entertainment with its mesmerizing display of impossible feats of agility and strength.

It is a big-scale circus production that features a group of world-class performers and artists that come from Europe, Canada, China and the UK. 

Combining comedy and high-risk acrobatics, the dynamic and engaging circus show has enamored audiences all over the world. “Le Grand Cirque” mixes traditional circus acts with modern theatrical techniques to seamlessly convey a narrative or theme. It is packed with thrilling action and humor leaving its viewers, young or old, watching with bated breath.

The amazing show will feature a series of jaw-dropping routines like a Russian swing, where acrobats do impressive high jumps as they are tossed from one large floor-mounted swing to another.

Acrobats and contortionists will gracefully perform high in the air and on-stage, thrilling audiences with various acts involving suspended aerial cubes, high bars, and hanging poles. Trapeze artists will also showcase their gymnastic skills with beautifully choreographed aerial stunts.

Fire-breathers, hoopers, jugglers, and strongmen will also show off their skills alongside clowns that bounce along the sides of the stage.

It is going to be an exciting visual display of talent mixed with an amusing play of lights and music that perfectly set the mood for every act. It also promises an extravaganza of action and spectacular choreography as well as colorful and elaborate costumes. 

Sure to capture the thrill and excitement that Christmas brings, “Le Grand Cirque” shows will run from December 25, 2016 to January 3, 2017 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. For more information, visit Ticketnet website at www.ticketnet.com.ph or call its hotline at 911-5555.

Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival at Araneta

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Celebrate Christmas with your family and Disney favorites Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Goofy, together with Ariel, Belle, Rapunzel, and sisters Anna and Elsa in the enchanting world of Disney on Ice presents Magical Ice Festival at Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City.

For everyone, young and old, kids and kids at heart, Christmas is never complete without the colorful, magical show that makes Christmas dreams and fantasies come to life —Disney on Ice. And this holiday season, the awe-inspiring Disney On Ice returns for another spectacular performance on ice. 

Now on its 33rd show worldwide, Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival will once again capture the hearts of the Filipino fans, both parents and their children, who will watch the show at the Big Dome.

This year’s grand production will wow viewers as it features Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Tangled, Beauty and the Beast, and – for the first time – the Academy Award winning and number one animated feature film of all time, Frozen!

“We are taking a fresh new spin on how we’re presenting the Disney stories. We are weaving together the four worlds of royal sisters Anna and Elsa, Ariel, Belle and Rapunzel as they each embark on their own epic journey,” says producer Juliette Feld.

Disney on Ice presents Magical Ice Festival showcases a medley of splendid set elements, impressive light display and costume pieces, along with show-stopping performances by a cast of world-class skaters!

Sure to amaze and delight kids and young at heart, Disney On Ice will take you to an unforgettable magical journey as you get whisked away into the wintry world of Disney movie’s Frozen! 

“Everyone will be in awe as they watch Ariel slowly pulled upwards and then rapidly twirl above the ice. This is the first time that we’ve captured her transformation like this in a production. That’s what makes Magical Ice Festival different, we selected scenes we’ve never done before and then took our time on the details to make them truly special,” says director Patty Vincent. 

“In our more than 30 years of producing Disney On Ice shows, Feld Entertainment has been waiting for a film like Frozen,” says producer Nicole Feld.

“By pulling together moments from classic Disney stories to the newest feature film sensation Frozen and combining them with elements of comedy and music, we developed a truly unique way to re-tell each fairytale,” says producer Juliette Feld.

The show runs from December 25 to January 3. Tickets are now on sale. 

For more information, visit TicketNet website or call 911-5555.

Thrilla in Manila II: Experience the Fight of the Century LIVE at the Big Dome

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40 years after the historical Ali-Frazier boxing match held at the iconic Smart Araneta Coliseum, the Thrilla in Manila fever is back, as the world stops to witness another mega-fight.

Experience the epic Pacquiao-Mayweather bout at the Big Dome on May 3 at 9 AM via live feed, provided by official media partner TV5, through its approximately 30-foot giant screens!

Watch it in bigger-than-life action via the Cube – the specially-built high resolution giant screens that guarantee image clarity from all angles of the coliseum, making it impossible to miss every single blow from clashing titans of the ring.

The paying audience is definitely in for a humongous treat as it promises to give them the actual thrill of watching from the ringside of MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas!

Expect another scorching show from The People's Champ with NO COMMERCIAL BREAKS through the country's mecca of sports and entertainment – the historic Araneta Coliseum, home to the most exciting sporting events for more than 50 years.

Buy your tickets early and for every purchase, get a free ticket to the 2015 Commissioner's Cup Finals of Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). Promo runs from April 15 to April 22.

Tickets for the Pacquiao-Mayweather fight are now for sale. For inquiries and ticket purchases, log on to www.ticketnet.com.ph or call 911-5555.

For more information, visit www.aranetacenter.net and www.facebook.com/aranetacenter for more information.

Sergio Mendes returns to Manila for a live concert at the Smart Araneta on Nov. 15

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The catchy and delightful sound that instantly stirs listeners to sing, sway and swoon to its beat will sweep the local concert scene when bossa nova legend Sergio Mendes returns to Manila with his band for a live concert on Saturday, November 15, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City.

The Big Dome show will kick off the two-city tour dubbed “Sergio Mendes & Brasil 2014 Live In Manila!” that will end with another concert on November 16 at the Waterfront Hotel Cebu. To be featured in the shows is Joe Pizzulo. 

To be mounted by Ovation Productions, the musical event will spotlight the bossa nova sensation from Brazil as he showcases his wonderful and easy-listening sound and style that made him the most popular musician in South America and an international star in the past fifty years.

Mendes will take concert-goers through a breathtaking array of hits, such as “Mas Que Nada”, “Magalenha”, “One Nation”, “Timeless”, “What Do We Mean To Each Other”, “For Me,” “Night And Day”, “The Look Of Love”, “Fool On The Hill”, “Timeless”, “Scarborough Fair”, “Pretty World”, “Never Gonna Let You Go”, “Funky Bahia”, “Chorado”, and “What The World Needs Now”.

His other hit songs are “The Trouble With Hello Is Goodbye,” “Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing”, “If I Ever Lose This Heaven”, “Going Out Of My Head”, “Put A Little Love Away”, “Waiting For Love”, “Waters Of March”, “Please Baby Don’t”, “So Many Stars” “Night And Day”, “Like A Lover”, “Love City”, “Bridges,” and many more.

As a young boy in Niteroi, Brazil, Sergio Mendes attended the local conservatory of music with the hopes of becoming a classical pianist until he switched at the age of 15 to bossa nova when the popular craze for the jazz-infected derivative of samba swept Rio de Janeiro in the mid-to-late-50s.

Moving to the United States in 1964, he achieved instant success with his band Brasil ’66 following the release on A&M Records of its self-titled debut album that featured a mix of light jazz, a bossa nova beat and contemporary soft pop melodies. 

The original line-up of Brasil ’66 comprised of Mendes (piano), vocalists Lani Hall and Bibi Vogel (later replaced by Janis Hansen), Bob Matthews (bass), Jose Soares (percussion) and Joao Palma (drums), with John Pisano as guest guitarist.

The debut LP rose to Number 6 nationally with the strong performance of the single, “Mas Que Nada”. The second album, “Equinox”, produced a trio of hits, “Night And Day”, “Constant Rain (Chove Chuva)” and “For Me”. The third album, “Look Around”, climbed to Number 5 behind a Number 3 single of the group’s cover of The Beatles’ “Fool on the Hill” and an accompanying hit with “Scarborough Fair,” based on the Simon & Garfunkel version of the folk song. “Crystal Illusions”, released in 1969, featured a version of Otis Redding’s “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay” and the hit single, “Pretty World”.

Mendes attained mainstream prominence when he performed the Oscar-nominated Burt Bacharach and Hal David song, “The Look of Love”, on the Academy Awards telecast in April 1968. Brasil ‘66’s version of the song quickly shot into the Top 10, peaking at No. 4 and surpassing Dusty Springfield’s version from the sound track of the hit James Bond movie, “Casino Royale”.

From 1968 onwards, Mendes was concededly the biggest star in the world of music, riding on a wave of immense international popularity and performing on a variety of venues, from stadium arenas to the White House, where he gave concerts for both Presidents Lyndon B. Johnson and Richard M. Nixon.

After an absence of five year, Mendes returned to the music and entertainment scene in 1982, celebrating the event with his 1983 self-titled comeback album – his first Top 40 album in nearly a decade and a half – accompanied by his biggest chart single ever, “Never Gonna Let You Go,” which hit Number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. 

In 1984, he recorded “Confetti”, an album that featured the hit songs, “Olympia”, which was also used as a theme song for the Olympic Games held that year in Los Angeles. By the time Mendes released his 1992 Grammy-winning album, “Brasileiro”, he was recognized as the undisputed master of pop-infected Brazilian jazz. During the same period, he performed with a new group, Brasil ’99 and more recently Brasil 2000 and has been integrating the sounds of Bahian hip-hop into his music.

In 2006, Concord Records released “Timeless”, his first album of newly-recorded materials in eight years, and which featured a catalogue of neo-soul and alternative hip-hop guitarists, most prominent of which was will.i.am of The Black Eyed Peas. The album was followed by “Encanto” in 2008 and “Born Tempo” in 2010.

“Sergio Mendes & Brasil 2014 Live In Manila!” is presented by Ovation Productions in partnership with Air21 and Fox International. It is supported by the Edsa Shangri-la, The Philippine Star, Manila Bulletin, BusinessWorld, Crossover 101.5, Monster Radio RX 93.1, Retro 105.9 FM and 96.3 Easy Rock. 

Tickets for the Smart Araneta Coliseum concert are priced at P5,500, P4,500, P3,500, P2,500, P1,500 and P700 and are available at Ticketnet outlets (911-5555) or online at www.ticketnet.com.ph. Tickets for the Waterfront Hotel Cebu show are priced at P4,500, P3,500, P2,500, P2,000, P1500, P1,000 and P800. For inquiries, call 0917-6228705.

Moms get royal treatment at the Araneta Center - All Out Mommy Royalty

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Mothers love and take good care to her children, and even other people under her care. Even with all of these responsibilities, she always manages to keep going with a smile on her face and she is always there if you need a hand. She influenced our lives by being there when we need her most.

She has experienced many difficult obstacles and decisions in her life but has faced each one with integrity and courageousness. 

When we were kids, our moms meant the world to us. And as we grew up, our moms continued to be there to guide us, pushed us to be the best we can be, and serveed as our inspiration. We cannot thank them enough for being such a huge part of our lives.

This month, you can turn the tables and give your moms the royal treatment.

Indulge the Queen of your home at the All Out Mommy Royalty—a Mother’s Day extravaganza at the Araneta Center. For the whole month of May, royal treats for moms worth over P100,000 will be given away! 

On Mother’s Day, May 11th, show your mom some love at the Mother’s Day Royal Bash at the Gateway Activity Area, where mommies can expect fun games and prizes to be given away during the event. 

The Mother’s Day Royal Bash will be made more special with performances from TV5 artists, and a soulful serenade from ASAP Sessionista Princess. Miss Universe Philippines 2014 Mary Jean Lastimosa, Binibining Pilipinas International 2014 Mary Anne Bianca Guidotti, Binibining Pilipinas Supranational 2014 Yvethe Marie Santiago, Binibining Pilipinas Intercontinental 2014 Kris Tiffany Janson, Binibining Pilipinas Tourism 2014 Parul Shah, and runners-up Laura Victoria Lehmann and Hannah Ruth Sison will also grace the event with their moms. 

Get the chance to win pampering packages for your moms in our Mom’s Royal Treat when you buy P500 worth of purchases in any Araneta Center store (Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, Farmers Plaza). Prizes up for grabs include a whole body pampering package from Dermcare Luxe, a luxurious dinner feast for four at Gloria Maris Banquet Hall, an overnight stay for two at Best Western Antel Suites with buffet breakfast, and stylish, high-end travel bags from Vova Rova. 

Plus, take a selfie with your mom and post it on the Araneta Center Facebook page from May 2-15 for a chance to win a special dinner for two at Gloria Maris Banquet Hall. The most creative selfie shots with mom takes home the prize. 

The All Out Mommy Royalty event is brought to you by the Araneta Center, Gateway Mall, Gloria Maris Banquet Hall, Dermcare Luxe, Best Western Antel Suites, Vova Rova, Diet Diva, Kogi Bulgogi, Easy Taxi, Zalora, and Groupon. 

For more updates on Araneta Center events, visit www.aranetacenter.net or like the Araneta Center Facebook page www.facebook.com/AranetaCenter.

JESSIE J to Visit Manila, Sets To Perform at the Smart Araneta Coliseum

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“Jessie J Live in Manila on July 14, 2014 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum presented by Midas Promotions in cooperation with Futuretainment, Inc.

After numerous number one singles and a debut album that headed straight for the top, selling millions worldwide, show-stopping performances in front of a global audience of billions at the Olympics and extraordinary acts for charity that hit the headlines, London-born songstress Jessie J shakes up Manila in “Jessie J Live in Manila.

The 26-year-old pop star burst onto the scene in 2011 with the explosive single, “Do It Like A Dude” in a feisty performance with a video so strong there was certainly no ignoring this talented new singer-songwriter, surfing between tough RnB and rap. That was followed by “Price Tag”, the anti-materialistic anthem of its year, and an album that sold in its millions going platinum several times over. But that was just the beginning of a journey that would see Jessie become the first British woman in history to take six top ten singles from one album and never mind that it was her first outing.

To add to those achievements are some pretty impressive statistics: coming up for 15 million sales, a Brit, the BBC Sound of 2011 award, two number one singles in the UK, number ones in no fewer than 19 countries, a number six hit in the US with “Domino”. There are many more. We could go on. And that’s not to mention her part in The Voice UK, the highly-rated BBC1 Saturday night prime-time show where she has mentored hopefuls alongside legends like Sir Tom Jones and will.i.am.

The former Voice UK coach also released her second studio album Alive in September and shaved off her trademark bob for Comic Relief, donating the hair to be woven into wigs for children who had lost their hair during cancer treatment. “I wrote my first album when I was 18. This is definitely more mature,” she said of her new record on which she wrote and worked on with the likes of Rodney Jerkins, Claude Kelly and Stargate. 

Witness as Jessie J delivers an evening of hits, dance tunes, trendsetter ways and show-stopping vocals which alters from jump-up and rave anthems made for nightclubs to soft ballad highlights including Domino, Laserlight, Thunder, Excuse My Rude, Do It Like A Dude, Wild, Who You Are, Price Tag, and It's My Party. 

Tickets will go on sale on April 8, 2014 at 9:00am at www.ticketnet.com.ph 

and Ticketnet outlets. For inquiries, call 911-5555.

Girl Power! Binibinis celebrate International Women’s Day

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GIRL POWER – Binibining Pilipinas 2014 candidates show off women’s rights signs with 

Mr. Brian Poe, Head of the Research Team—Office of Senator Grace Poe- Llamanzares

The 40 candidates of the Binibining Pilipinas celebrated International Women’s Day last March 8 at the Gateway Cinema 5 in a film showing of documentary Girl Rising sponsored by SPARK Philippines Inc (Samahan ng Mga Pilipina para sa Reporma at Kaunlaran), J. Amado Araneta Foundation, and the Araneta Center.

The movie featured the inspiring stories of nine girls all over the world who were born into unforgiving circumstances but overcame adversity. The event also hosted thought-provoking talks on women empowerment from Ms. Czarina Medina-Guce, Executive Director, Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines; Mr. Brian Poe- Llamanzares, Head of the Research Team—Office of Senator Grace Poe- Llamanzares; Bai Rohaniza Sumndad-Usman, Founder, Teach Peace Build Peace Movement; and Zorayda Amelia Alonzo, SPARK Philippines Inc. President.

As representatives of the Philippines to the most prestigious pageants worldwide, the Binibinis embody Filipinas’ strength and character and are champions of women empowerment.  In an interview, the girls share their thoughts on women’s rights, gender equality and International Women’s Day.

What can women do for society?

“Women can do a lot of things in society, and we are privileged to be living in an age where we can enjoy freedom to pursue things we want to do and achieve. For me, as a Binibini, I can inspire women to become better versions of themselves and we advocate women to be empowered Filipinas.”—Binibini No. 31 Angelique Celine De Leon

What are the biggest issues for women that we should address?

“I read somewhere that the Philippines is a hotbed for human trafficking, and women are the most susceptible to this. There are women who are being exploited and violated and they were not given the choice to say no. So I think we should promote projects to push awareness on human trafficking.”—Binibini No. 5 Hanna Mariz dela Guerra

What are your realizations this Women’s month? 

“This day made me realize the importance of gender equality—that women deserve to be treated equally with men and that women are able and capable of reaching their dreams. As a girl who underwent struggles in my life, I keep these thoughts in mind to fuel me to achieve my goals.”—Binibini No. 36 Krystal Alonday

Who are the women you look up to?

“I work with Noraida Abdullah Karim in CFSI (Community and Family Services International) and she is someone I look up to. She is a multi-awarded social worker who specializes in psychosocial care, and she has helped counsel countless women and children who underwent traumatic experiences in war-torn Mindanao. I admire her because of her passion for the advocacy.”—Binibini No. 22 Mary Anne Bianca G. Guidotti

What can you say about gender equality in the Philippines?

“We are blessed that the Philippines is ranked number 5 in the world for gender equality based on a survey. But at the same time, there are still problems that need to be addressed like abuse in women. But it’s a good thing that we have programs that cater to the abused and empower women.”—Binibini No. 3 Joanna Angelica Romero

If you were to win Bb Pilipinas, what advocacy would you have for women?

“I want to have an organization that would foster and support sexually abused teenagers. Like a big sister-little sister project that would help the victims. Because of my exposure to so many news stories on rape and abuse, it became something I feel strongly about.”—Binibini No. 28 Carla Jenina Lizardo

As a beauty queen, how would you help promote women’s rights?

Candidate no. 4 Parul Shah shows off her support for education for women at the

Women’s Day celebration of Spark Philippines Inc., J. Amado Araneta Foundation, 

and Araneta Center

“I would advocate gender equality. Everyone should be treated with mutual respect. Your race, your religion, your culture, or where you’re from—these things shouldn’t matter. Women should have the freedom to achieve anything they want in life.”—Binibini No. 4 Parul Shah

Joanna Angelica Romero, Mary Ainjely Manalo and Julian Aurine Flores stand up for women’s rights and display empowerment signs  at the recently concluded Women’s Day Celebration at the Araneta Center

What can you say about the women’s day festivities in the Philippines?

“I am happy that there is a day for women to be recognized and it’s also an important day for us to be aware of women’s issues. I think awareness is key to solve a lot of social issues women are facing.”—Binibini No. 1 Julian Aurine Flores