Marlisa Live In Manila!

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MARLISA: A BREAKTHROUGH

Marlisa, (born Marlisa Ann Punzalan) is a breakthrough not only because of the reason you're thinking–that she's of Filipino descent. She has gone to break records in Australia, origin talk aside.

Jumpstarting her music career pre-X Factor, Marlisa immersed herself in the live music scene by joining competitions starting at age 9, earning her first win at Sydney Eisteddfod Performing Arts Challenge in 2009, and 3 more gold medals in 2013. At age 12, she has already done a solo concert at a live music venue at Sydney, The Basement, with the show dubbed as "Marlisa and Friends" with a setlist of cover songs. Deeply engaged to her roots, she had also been tagging along the Australian leg of concerts of Pinoy acts such as Sharon Cuneta, Jose Mari Chan and Aegis.

But what catapulted Marlisa's name into brighter limelight is that at only 15, she has wowed the judges of The X Factor Australia, garnering all four yeses upon audition. Marlisa eventually won the season's round of competition, becoming the first champion from the show's Under 25 category and ultimately the youngest winner of the entire series. With the aforementioned under her belt, she immediately signed a recording deal with Sony Music Australia. Tied in as the winner's single of the 6th season of The X Factor Australia, Marlisa recorded "Stand By You", written by Australia's premiere songwriters DNA Songs (Anthony Egizii and David Musumeci), serving as her music career's pilot single which debuted at number 2 on the ARIA (Australian Recording Industry Association) charts only 3 days after release, just behind Ed Sheeran's "Thinking Out Loud" and running ahead The Veronicas' "You Ruin Me" and Taylor Swift's "Shake It Off".A close race, as "Thinking Out Loud" tallied 29,157 copies sold while "Stand By You", with only half-a-week's worth of sales during the eligibility week, garnered an impressive 27,666.Eventually, the single nabbed a platinum certification for sales tallying more than 70,000 copies sold.

With the help of the song's inspirational message and Marlisa's very own vocal prowess, "Stand By You" paved the way to international mark when it also charted on New Zealand, Singapore and neighboring territories including the Philippines. Her self-titled debut album had also been released shortly afterwards, featuring the said single plus 10 re-recordings of her performances during the course of The X Factor, debuting at number 6 on the ARIA albums chart. Amazed by the performance of her records on charts, Marlisa gave thanks to her supporters: "Thanks to all as well, my album is doing very well at No. 2 on both the Australian artist singles chart and Australian artist albums chart!! Also no. 6 on the ARIA albums chart!! So happy you love my album."

Track list of the debut album, MARLISA:

1. Stand By You

2. Yesterday

3. All By Myself

4. Hopelessly Devoted To You

5. Let It Go

6. Nothing Else Matters

7. Try

8. Titanium

9. Somewhere Over The Rainbow

10. Girl On Fire

11. Impossible

MARLISA is now available in all record stores featuring the lead winner's single "Stand By You"! Get it on digital through iTunes via hyperurl.co/MarlisaSelfTitled or through Spinnr.ph!

MARLISA LIVE IN MANILA!

With a promising international career, Marlisa gives back to her roots with a strong sense of eagerness for MARLISA Philippine PromoTour this February. The 15-year-old will be visiting the country with 3 days' worth of itinerary, touring the Metro to promote her music:

• February 13 (Fri.) / 2 PM: Lucky Chinatown Atrium

• February 13 (Fri.) / 7 PM: Eastwood Mall Open Park

• February 14 (Sat.) / 7 PM: Venice Piazza at McKinley Hill

By the 15th, Marlisa will be meeting with media for some performances and interviews, allowing her local fans to get to know more of her and her music.

A busy life but a very exciting feat for a young girl, Marlisa and her sound are definitely ready to take over.

MARLISA Philippine Promo Tour is brought to you by Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, Eastwood Mall, Lucky Chinatown, Venice Piazza at McKinley Hill.

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Backroom Artists Stage Concerts on Valentine's Day

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Be ready to be entertained this Valentine's Day.

Whether you're in love or have fallen out of love, it's time to celebrate the love month.

Backroom artists have lined-up Valentine shows for everyone.

The comedic tandem of Pooh and K Brosas will stage a unique "love" concert at the Casino Filipino Pavilion on February 11. 

"Sa mga loveless, gugulong kayo sa tawa. Kalimutan niyo muna bf or gf, enjoy lang pag may time," says Pooh. "Let us enjoy ourselves," adds K who is also scheduled to stage a concert in KL Central , Malaysia on February 15.

Pooh and K will prove once more that laughter is the best medicine as they tickle your funny bones on February 18 for The Funny Valentine concert at Skydome SM North Edsa.

Bossa Nova Queen Sitti holds a Valentine show on February 11 at Casino Filipino Bacolod and will fly abroad for a concert in Du Arena Yas Island, Abu Dhabi on February 13. "Everybody looks forward to celebrating the love month. I'm excited to be part of that special celebration," says Sitti.

Ai Ai delas Alas sings and dances her way to audiences’ hearts in a special show at Solaire Resort and Casino on February 12. 

"Dance with me. Sing with me. Let's have fun together. Masarap pag may kasama siyempre habang ikaw ay sumasayaw," says Ai Ai.

For inquiries, call Backroom Inc at 4351108, 4351120 and 9280717 or email at backroominc@hotmail.com.

Me. I Am Mariah. World Tour Live in Manila on Oct. 28

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Mariah Carey is bringing her "Me. I Am Mariah. World Tour" to Manila on October 28 at the Mall Of Asia (MOA) Arena. The one and only pop diva Mariah will kick off her world tour in Asia that will include the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, China and Japan.

Mariah is the best-selling female artist of all time with more than 200 million records sold worldwide to date and 18 Billboard No. 1 singles (17 self-penned) including Hero, Fantasy, Always Be My Baby, Honey, One Sweet Day, Without You, Touch My Body, We Belong Together, Don’t Forget About Us and the global smash hit Christmas single All I Want For Christmas Is You, more than any solo artist in history.

With her distinct five-octave vocal range, prolific songwriting and producing talent, Mariah has defined the modern pop performance. She has been recognized with five Grammy Awards, nine American Music Awards, Billboard’s Artist of the Decade Award, the World Music Award for World’s Best Selling Female Artiste of the Millennium and BMI’s Icon Award, to name a few.

In 2012, she joined the brand-new panel for American Idol’s Season 12 together with Randy Jackson, Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban. She released and topped the dance charts worldwide with her smash hit single Triumphant (Get’ Em). Mariah also filmed The Butler, a movie by Lee Daniels who had previously cast her in Precious, a role which won Mariah accolades for her dramatic performance.

Here are some videos of Mariah Carey famous hits.

This is the second time the singer will perform in the country, the first in 2003 for her Charmbracelet Tour.

Last May this year 2014, Mariah released her 14th album, Me. I Am Mariah... The Elusive Chanteuse.

The Elusive Chanteuse which has received positive reviews from both the media and public. The album features the smash hits #Beautiful (featuring Miguel), You’re Mine (Eternal) and You Don’t Know What To Do.

Me. I Am Mariah. World Tour Live in Manila is brought to you by Wilbros Live.

Tickets will be on sale beginning Friday, Aug. 15, via smtickets.com or call 374-2222 or 470-2222.)

"Hanggang Wakas", The Voice PH Grand Champion Mitoy Yonting's debut album

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The Voice Of The Philippines’ first grand winner, Michael 'Mitoy' Yonting,  held an album launch with a press conference last Saturday, August 9, 2014 at  the Newport Mall, Resort World Manila.

Music has always been part of Mitoy’s life growing up listening to his father’s collection of Elvis Presley, Paul Anka, and Neil Sedaka. Singing along to these albums honed his interest and has been singing ever since. But he wasn’t just a singer.

Mitoy surprised everyone and emerged as a powerful vocalist – far from the comedian he once was. His voice brought him places but his perseverance and faith took him farther than he’d ever hoped for.

A natural person, born to entertain, cracking jokes on the side, making use of his wide vocal range to wow audiences from his hometown Pangasinan. Eventually, he formed the band Draybers and have been playing gigs all over the country.

During his press conference and debut album launch, he shared his life stories before being the grand winner of The Voice of the Philippines. 

Through his hard work and his undeniable talent, people noticed his unique voice. After joining TV contests, he landed several roles on different comedy shows like H3O Ha Ha Ha Over along with Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, and Gladys Guevarra. He also became known in the noontime show Eat Bulaga along with the character Chuchay (played by Gladys Guevarra). The tandem became a hit and further showcased Mitoy’s pipes and comedic timing. That early, he was driven to do all sorts of jobs while gigging to provide for his family. And sometimes it wasn’t enough. 

He kept working and performing until he was called to audition for The Voice Of The Philippines. Mitoy’s The Voice journey almost didn’t happen.

“Sa totoo lang, wala akong planong sumali, dahil medyo may edad na nga ako. May mga tao na nag-encourage sa akin, sa huli na-kumbinse din ako,” And he impressed everyone, especially his world-renowned coach Lea Salonga, whom has nothing but praises about him. 

“Hindi ko malilimutan yung sinabi sa akin ng isang popular na tao sa industriya: ‘Pagkatapos [mong manalo] ng The Voice finals, ngayon lang naging totoo yung essence ng contest,” he shared. It was a tough competition, but his old and new fans rallied behind him every step of the way.

After winning The Voice of the Philippines. Mitoy was one of the cast of Home Sweetie Home, ABS-CBN's sitcom in January 2014. And there, he is now an actor in teleseries and movies. 

Winning the competition made one of his biggest dreams come true – getting signed by a major label. 

His debut album "Hanggang Wakas" was finally released by MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines).  “Hanggang Wakas” featuring :

“Pinaikot-ikot (the hit carrier single written by Vehnee Saturno)

“Pangakong Tapat” (Aster Adriano)

 “Ikaw Hanggang Wakas”

 “Magulang” featuring Bassilyo

 “Kaibigan”

“Handog” (his fave especially his version of Florante's song

And an ode to his incredible life as well as

“Minahal Kita”

“Solitaire”

“Hahabol-habol”

It also includes “Somewhere”- his duet with his coach, Tony Award winner Ms. Lea Salonga as well as his medley of Air Supply hits- “Every Woman In The World”, “I Can Wait Forever” and “Here I Am”. 

Mitoy continues to connect to more audiences worldwide, through his songs and his story. As wide as his vocal range, his future promises even broader possibilities for him. And everyone awaits his next big move!

Here are videos I did during the album launch as he sings songs from the Hanggang Wakas album. 

“Hanggang Wakas”, the new album from Mitoy Yonting is now out under MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines) in CDs at Astroplus and Odyssey outlets and digital downloads via spinnr.ph and iTunes. It can also be streamed via Deezer and Spotify.

For bookings and inquiries, contact Sammy Samaniego of MCA Music Artist Management at +632 9162504 local 107, +639178565174 and +639209682991.

For more new and updates on Mitoy Yonting, log on to : 

www.facebook.com/mcamusic or www.twitter.com/mca_music.

Stephen Bishop's "Timeless hits Tour" in Manila

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Stephen Bishop, American singer-songwriter, actor, and guitarist is here in Manila, Philippine for "Timeless Hits Tour" on August 13, 2014 08:00 PM at Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila, Pasay City.

A clarinetist with hopes of becoming a History teacher, Stephen was forever changed after watching the Beatles one night on "The Ed Sullivan Show." He convinced his brother to buy him an electric guitar. He bought a "Mel Bay" chordbook and began to learn to play guitar and make up chords as well, writing his first song, "Surf’s Turf.." a pathetic sounding intrumental. He formed a band called, "The Weeds" and began to play at local fraternity parties incorporating his own original songs with various songs from top 40.

He started playing around town singing his songs in person for artists like, “Barbra Streisand...Bette Midler...Diana Ross." Shortly thereafter, he was signed to ABC Records who released his first album, "Careless." His two hits from that album were, "Save It For a Rainy Day," and "On and On.." Soon the album went gold, as well as his next album, Bish.

He sang the hit theme, "It Might Be You," from the movie, "Tootsie," as well as writing and/or singing 13 other films including, "Animal House," and "Separate Lives.." from "White Nights." His songs have been performed by artists such as: Phil Collins, Eric Clapton, Barbra Streisand, Art Garfunkel, Steve Perry, Stephanie Mills, Kenny Loggins, Johnny Mathis, Phoebe Snow, David Crosby, The Four Tops, Aswad and Pavarotti.

Stephen was nominated for two Grammy’s and awarded an Oscar nomination for his song, "Separate Lives". His newest album is entitled, "Be Here Then"  released in January 2014.

More details and updates, visit stephenbishop.com.

Watch him perform his greatest hits live at Newport Performing Arts Theater - Resorts World Manila on August 13, 2014 at 8:00PM!

Stephen Bishop at Misono Japanese Restaurant

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Stephen Bishop, the two times Grammy nominated and legendary American singer, famous with hit theme, "It Might Be You," from the movie, "Tootsie," as well as writing and/or singing 13 other films including, "Animal House," and "Separate Lives.." from "White Nights" in now in Manila.

Singer Stephen Bishop & CEO Robert Laurel Yupangco at Misono Japanese 

Last August 8, 2014 at Misono Japanese Restaurant along Jupiter Street, Bel Air, Makati, Stephen Bishop held an exclusive dinner with his avid fans who were composed of Businessmen and local press.

On Wednesday, August 13, 2014, Stephen will have a one day concert at Resorts World Manila for his "Timeless Hits Tour" with hits like "Something new in my life, Save it for a rainy day, Never letting go, It might be you, Separate Lives and On & On." 

Special guest & host will be J Micheals with an appearance from Joyce Pring at 8:00pm, Newport Performing Arts Theater. 

"He started playing around town when he was just starting singing his songs in person for artists like, “Barbra Streisand, Bette Midler, Diana Ross." Shortly thereafter, he was signed to ABC Records who released his first album, "Careless." His two hits from that album were, "Save It For a Rainy Day," and "On and On.." Soon the album went gold, as well as his next album, Bish." (From Stephen Bishops biography)

Bishop with his songs; It Might Be You, On and On & Separate Lives among his popular songs that topped the charts years ago but still we can hear on the radio till now. 

His songs have been performed by artists such as: Phil Collins, Eric Clapton, Barbra Streisand, Art Garfunkel, Steve Perry, Stephanie Mills, Kenny Loggins, Johnny Mathis, Phoebe Snow, David Crosby, The Four Tops, Aswad and Pavarotti.  In Eric Clapton's autobiography he mentions Stephen as one of his favorite songwriters.

Stephen was nominated for two Grammy’s and awarded an Oscar nomination for his song, "Separate Lives". His newest album is entitled, "Be Here Then" was released in January 2014.

For more details and updates, visit his website - stephenbishop.com.

Roxie Rocks Chicago The Musical at the Solaire!

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CHICAGO The Musical has everything that makes Broadway great - a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz, one show-stopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you've ever seen.

Whether you're looking for your first Broadway musical and capture the magic, watch out as the curtain rises for the theatre at Solaire

Solaire Resort and Casino announces the opening of THE THEATRE at Solaire this November; a new state-of-the-art, certified lyric theatre in the heart of Entertainment City. 

This majestic performance venue boasts of an astronomical line-up of performance artists and events; both local and international, in the months to come.

THE THEATRE at Solaire opens its doors for the holidays with the first International Broadway show CHICAGO from December 2 to 21, 2014.

This spectacular opening and amazing entertainment line-up for The Theatre signifies the continuance of Solaire’s contribution to the flourishing arts and performance scene in the Entertainment City.

Visit solaireresort.com for details.

David Blaine ‘Real or Magic’ LIVE in Manila, September 12

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Ovation Productions presents David Blaine ‘Real or Magic’ LIVE in Manila, September 12, 2014, 8:00pm at Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City.

One of the world's best magicians of all time. He is best known for his high-profile feats of endurance, and has made his name as a performer of street and close-up magic. Now he's coming to Manila for one-night-only show as part of his Asia Tour on September 2014.

Is he for real? Or is he a con job? Filipinos can decide for themselves when the world’s most intriguing magician hits Manila for a one-night-only live show.Magician David Blaine, who has been wowing and spooking audiences worldwide with his trailblazing brand of magic for almost two decades, is set to cast a spell on Philippine audiences in a 90-minute live show on September 12 at the Araneta Coliseum, according to promoter Renen de Guia of Ovation Productions.

This is not an entirely new venture into the world of magic by Ovation Productions, having promoted another very popular magician also by the name of David in Manila in 1989, David Copperfield!

Dubbed Real or Magic, Blaine’s first ever show in the Philippines will feature a slew of tricks that have blown the minds of anyone who has ever seen videos of his ‘street magic’ performances. The 41-year-old magician’s Manila stopover is part of his first Asian tour.

The show’s title references Blaine’s TV special last year in which he performed inexplicable tricks to the stupefaction of celebrities such as Will Smith, Kanye West, Ricky Gervais, Katy Perry, and a very freaked-out Harrison Ford — who jokingly told Blaine to “Get the f*** out of my house.”

Born in New York to Puerto Rican-Italian and Russian parents, Blaine became an overnight success at 24 when he debuted his Street Magic in 1997. The show, in which he performed minimal yet enigmatic tricks for impromptu audiences on the street, was a success.

Eschewing the glitzy Vegas-style showmanship of magicians like David Copperfield, Blaine’s less-is-more approach, lazy Brooklyn drawl and ultra-cool manner — not to mention his dark, brooding looks — won him a great league of fans across the world who just can’t seem to believe what they see.

Later, Blaine expanded his magical repertoire by featuring himself in a series of spectacularly staged death-defying endurance performances, some of which were inspired by his idol Harry Houdini. These endurance performances have seen Blaine: sealed in a coffin-like box at the bottom of a three-ton tank of water for a week; encased in ice for 63 hours; standing unsecured on top of a 30m high narrow pillar for 53 hours; and dangled in a plastic cube above the Thames for 44 days with only water to sustain him. He even managed to break a Guinness World Record in 2008 live on The Oprah Winfrey Show when he held his breath underwater for 17 minutes and 44 seconds — the record has since been broken. Meanwhile, the last spectacle saw him being zapped by a million volts of electricity produced by eight Tesla coil towers for 72 hours. 

While the magician who’s been called our generation’s greatest probably won’t replicate such endurance tests for his live show, audiences can be assured that they’ll be feted to other head-scratching Blaine specialities — from how-did-he-do-that card tricks to pushing needles through his arm to twisting off a chicken’s head and putting it back on. But is it magic? Is it real? You decide.

David Blaine ‘Real or Magic’ LIVE in Manila, September 12, 2014 at the Araneta Coliseum is presented by Ovation Productions in cooperation with AXN, Philippine Star, Manila Bulletin, BusinessWorld, ABSCBN, MYX ,Philstar.com, Inquirer.net, Manila Concert Scene, Philippine Concerts, WhenInManila.com, Rappler.com, SoundCheckManila, Pep.ph, 105.1 Crossover, 96.3 EasyRock, Retro 105.9, Monster Radio 96.3, and Mellow 947. 

 Available at Ticketnet outlets or online www.ticketnet.com.ph or call 911-5555.

TICKET PRICES(inclusive of Ticketnet service charges)

VIP - P6,865 (Reserved Seating)

PATRON - P5,810 (Reserved Seating)

BOX PREMIUM - P4,755 (Reserved Seating)

BOX REGULAR - P3,700 (Reserved Seating)

UPPER BOX - P2,115 (Free Seating)

GENERAL ADMISSION - P1,060 (Free Seating)

BROTHERS ACT at Bistro RJ

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J Brothers will be having a show entitled BROTHERS ACT at Bistro RJ in Dusit Thani Hotel on July 30, 2014 (Wednesday) at 9 pm.

Art and music describes J Brothers. They are comic illustration artists. In between their gigs, they still do illustration jobs. They used to work for Graphic Arts Services, Inc. (GASI); Philippine Animation Studio, Inc. They did illustrations for Fantastic Four, X-Men, Biker Mice from Mars and showcasing their own creations through Exodus.

On BROTHERS ACT at Bistro RJ they will be performing songs popularized by the Brothers Four, Everly Brothers, Bee Gees, Doobie Brothers etc. aside from their hit songs. The show will have the very special participation of The Tiongco Brothers, the Philippines’ National Treasure in Live Entertainment. They are the only trio of brothers that has maintained their level of performance and popularity for more than five decades. A record to break in the Philippine entertainment history.

The song “Pasaway?”, the monster hit single in 2004 as written and sang by the J Brothers. In the 90’s Jay, Jim and Joy Jimenez more popularly known as the J Brothers has these hit ballads “Sana’y Bigyan Mo Ng Pansin.” “Sorry Na”, “Wait For Me”, “Labanan Ang Tukso” “Dear Ana” etc. 

The J Brothers haven’t gone into early retirement, even without Joy who now resides abroad, Jay and Jim is busy with their live performances. The J Brothers literally grew up onstage. Their exposure to music and performing live before an audience started with the encouragement of their parents. Born to parents Joel Jimenez who was then Scout Executive of the Manila South Council of the Boys Scouts of the Philippines and their mother who was assistant to the Dean of Music and Arts Department at the Philippine Normal University. They have toured the Philippines performing before they left for Holland and Japan. Their come back brought series of hits in mid 90’s to 2004.

Tiongco Brothers are the idols of their parents and uncle. Brothers Act is fully supported by the Senior Citizens Council of Bgy San Antonio Chapter, Makati City.

For more details about the show, please call up 02-3453115/ 09282801551/ 09165681357.

Multi Media Concert "Dancing in the Light" all set on July 24

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Dancing in the Light, an evening of dance-theater and inspirational talk is based on the book Companion of God by Dadi Janki.

“Dancing in the Light ” is a multi-media concert that interprets profound truths through the arts. The words of wisdom of spiritual leader and life coach Dadi Janki come alive through theatre, dance, music, video and sculpture.

This one-woman show is performed by Marge Enriquez, directed by Bart Guingona and choreographed by Douglas Nierras. The videos were shot on location at Avellana Art Gallery by Galileo Te of Indioboy productions. 

“Dancing in the Light ” will be shown on July 24 at 7:30 pm at Onstage, Greenbelt 1. 

The free concert is made possible through Calata Corporation, Piandré, Belo Medical Group, Century Properties, Fila, Neurobion, Penshoppe, Prestige Brands, Manila Broadcasting Company, Natimars Foundation, SM Hotels and Conventions Corp., Vonotec and Watsons.

For details, contact 0917-980-3541.

Al Gatmaitan's "In Pursuit of a Dream" on May 23

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AL GATMAITAN, one of the country’s topnotch tenors will take his summer studies at the New York University Steinhardt School for Music and Performing Arts Professions this coming June. 

But before he takes a bite of the Big Apple, catch AL GATMAITAN: IN PURSUIT OF A DREAM – a special fund raising concert presented by The Philippine Opera Company and Grupo Reposo, in collaboration with LRI Design Plaza. With Karl Estudillo, collaborative pianist, directed by Will Fredo. 

The concert is on May 23, 2014 (7:30 p.m.), at LRI Design Plaza located at 210 Nicanor Garcia St., Brgy. Bel Air II, Makati. 

Special guest artists include: Soprano Gabri Panlilio, Mezzo Soprano Clarissa Ocampo, Soprano and stage actress Tricia Amper-Jimenez, Film, Tv and stage actress Liza Dino, Singer and songwriter Aiza Seguerra, and World renowned concert pianist Raul Sunico.

Ticket price is Php 1,000.00. 

For inquiries, please call telephone numbers 8229609, 0917-8072223 and 0917-5224183.

The Righteous Brothers' Bill Medley and the Platters in Manila

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Relieve your memories with these classic hits as The Righteous Brothers' Bill Medley and the world famous The Platters is coming back to Manila on May 2014. Concert will be on May 9, 2014 8:00 pm at Solaire Resort & Casino Grand Ballroom.

Bill Medley’s "YOU'VE LOST THAT LOVIN' FEELING" is ranked as having had more television and radio airplay than any other song in history, according to Broadcast Music, Inc (BMI). 

In 2003, The Righteous Brothers were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Three #1, Seven Top 10 & Thirteen Billboard Top 40 Hits; including: "YOU'VE LOST THAT LOVIN' FEELIN' from the movie Top Gun, "UNCHAINED MELODY" from the movie Ghost, "(YOU'RE MY) SOUL AND INSPIRATION" and Medley scored another monumental hit, from the movie Dirty Dancing, "(I'VE HAD) THE TIME OF MY LIFE" which sold 14 million copies, earned an Oscar, a Golden Globe and a Grammy. 

Lead by Sonny Turner, the original member of The Platters, relive your memories with The Platters’ classic hits Only You, The Great Pretender, My Prayer, Twilight Time and Smoke Gets Into Your Eyes and many more. 

Check this video teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qep527m-V8A&feature=youtu.be

Magkabilaan, Lahing Kayumanggi Dance Company's 20th Anniversary Concert

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The Lahing Kayumanggi Dance Company in partnership with the Philippine Baranggay Folk Dance Troupe and PETA Theater Center proudly presents “Magkabilaan” --- the 20th anniversary concert to pay homage to the late Dr. Paz-Cielo A. Belmonte, Founder & Artistic Director of the Philippine Baranggay Folk Dance Troupe (PBFDT).

 Magkabilaan” shall celebrate Lahing Kayumanggi’s and Philippine Baranggay Folk Dance Troupe’s long standing partnership and exchange programme spanning two decades.

“MAGKABILAAN” will be held on April 25 and 26 (Friday & Saturday), 7:30PM at the PETA Theater located at No. 5 Eymard Drive, New Manila, Quezon City.

Special guests include the alumni of the Philippine Baranggay Folk Dance Troupe, longest folk dance company since 1946; Hail Mary The Queen Children’s Choir and talented singer / fashion designer Leo Almodal. 

Starting as a small informal group of people in London who were nostalgic about Philippine music and dance, Lahing Kayumanggi has become a professional dance company with five professional dancers and musicians leading 35 enthusiastic members from the Filipino community. Their increasing reputation for quality, authenticity and innovation has led them to receive wide acclaim for their performances all over the UK in venues including the Philippine Embassy, World Travel Markets, Filipino Barrio Fiestas and community events, the prestigious Queen Elizabeth Hall, Royal Festival Hall, as well as some countries in the continent. For four years running, Lahing Kayumanggi was a regular and popular feature on BBC TV’s Generation Game.

 

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In December 2006, Lahing Kayumanggi received the Presidential Banaag Award ‘in recognition of its unwavering dedication to artistic excellence, raising the cultural awareness and ethnic pride of the Filipino community in the United Kingdom, and supporting cultural and humanitarian activities in the Philippines’. In 2012, the Lahing Kayummanggi Dance Company won the ABS-CBN Gawad Geny Lopez Jr.  - Bayaning Pilipino Awards (Europe).

For the past 65 years, the Philippine Baranggay Folk Dance Troupe (PBFDT) continues to play an important role in folk dance education among the Filipino youth here and abroad  towards the appreciation, preservation and promotion of their Philippine cultural heritage. By traveling to the different stages of the world across Asia, Europe and North America, the PBFDT has showcased the diverse multi-cultural Philippine life through a panorama of songs, dances and music with its customs, traditions, and various religions in their authentic form. Through the pioneering leadership of the founding Artistic Director Dr. Paz-Cielo A. Belmonte, awardee of the ‘Gawad CCP Para sa Sining at Sayaw’ (1990), Philippine Centennial Awards (1999) and the ‘Gintong BAI Awards’ (2005), the PBFDT continues to be one of the leading dance companies in the Philippines.

A recipient of the Philippine Presidential Medal of Merit Award ‘Patnubay ng Kalinangan sa Sayaw’ (1971), the PBFDT aims to further research and study unrecorded Filipino folk dance and music as well as, developing and sharing the ever evolving story of the Philippines on world stages, carrying on the spirit of cooperation, friendly association and harmonious living—which the word ‘Baranggay’ has become synonymous with throughout the Philippines and the world.

Considered as one of the country’s top children’s choir, the Hail Mary the Queen Children’s Choir (HMtQCC) has been active in both local and international chorale scenes, traveling extensively for performances and competitions. They won as the World Choir Olympic Champion in the Music of the Religions Category in Bremen, Germany (2004); the First Asian Choir Games in Jakarta, Indonesia where they garnered Gold medal in the Gospel and Spiritual category and Silver medals in Musica Sacra and Musica Contemporanea categories 2007. In the local chorale arena, HMtQCC was given the Gold Award in the Children’s Choir Category in the First National Choral Competition organized by the Cultural Center of the Philippines in August 2009.

In recognition of their multi-awards, they received the Ani ng Dangal from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts in 2009. In 2010, HMtQCC was the Grand Prize winner in the ABS-CBN Star Records’ Sa Yo Lamang Chorale Fest. Recently, together with Jamie Rivera, they won the Best Inspirational/Religious category in the 24th Awit Awards given by the Philippine Association of the Record Industry, Inc (PARI).

Leo Almodal who is a fashion designer by profession has dressed up the country’s top beauty queen titlists Venus Raj, Shamsey Supsup and other celebrities.

“Magkabilaann” is directed by Ronnie Del Barrio; Artistic Director - Lamberto Cruz and Lighting Director - Katsch Catoy.

Costumes were designed by Barge Ramos, Edgar Madamba, Lito Perez, Herbert Custodio, Pipoy Bernardo and Edna  Encarnacîon.

Tickets are at Php 400.00 / Senior citizen: Php 320.00

 Call  +63 915 524 0799 for ticket reservations.

 Or email:  tickets@lkdance.org.uk

Let's Make A Memory Live with Rex Smith at Solaire

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Let's Make A Memory with Rex Smith Live! 

Solaire presents The Ultimate Valentine’s moments with International balladeer Rex Smith on February 16, 2014, 8.00 pm at the Solaire Grand Ballroom.

American actor and singer Rex Smith is known for his billboard top songs “You Take My Breath Away,” Simply Jessie, Let’s Make a Memory, You Take My Breath Away, Everlasting Love, SpeechlessDon’t Give Up On Us, Forever and Foolish Heart. 

Smith love the Philippines and performed during the 1970s regularly stages concerts in the Philippines. He has also performed in Broadway for musicals such as Grease, Pirates of Penzance and Sunset Boulevard.

Rex Smith Live featuring Olivia and with special guests Mark Mabasa, Lucky Robles, Lilibeth Garcia and JV Decena.

#DontGiveupOnUs #LetsMakeAMemory with #SimplyJessie #RexSmith at Solaire Resort Grand Ballroom ! 

Tickets are available at the Solaire Concierge and Ticket World (www.ticketworld.com.ph).For more information, please call (+632) 888.8888.

Dream KPOP Fantasy Concert in Manila 2014

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The Dream KPOP Fantasy Concert 2 will be on February 2, 2014 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

The Dream KPOP Fantasy Concert 2 will feature best of the best KPOP groups namely Super Junior-M, BTOB, BAP, A-Prince, Block B and A-Jax.

Check this out on ticketnet outlets and via online at www. ticketnet.com.ph. You may also call 911-5555 for other inquiries.

Ticket Prices:

SVIP (Patron Standing) - P12,600

VIP Diamond (Patron Seated) - P12,600

VIP Platinum (Lower Box VIP) - P11,025

Platinum (Lower Box Regular) - P9,975

VIP Gold (Upper Box A VIP) - P6,300

Gold (Upper Box A Regular) - P5,250

VIP Silver (Upper Box B VIP) - P4,200

Silver (Upper Box B Regular) - P3,150

Gen Ad (Gen Admission) - P1,575

Pag-asa sa Pag Gising - Side A, Freestyle and South Border

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PAG ASA SA PAG GISING a fundraising concert for the benefit of Yolanda survivors featuring three awesome bands - SIDE A, SOUTH BORDER and FREESTYLE on January 3, 2014 at the Solaire Ballroom. 

Side A, South Border and Freestyle will band together for the very first time ever, to stage a fund raising concert for the benefit of the sirvivors of typhoon Yolanda. Many have attempted to produce such a concert but it is only now that they will all be together on the same stage! The Solaire Resort and Casino has generously provided us with their ballroom for this special event.

The title of this back to back to back concert is "PAG ASA SA PAG GISING." This is also the title of the song all 3 bands collaborated on to support this cause. The message of the song is to promote HOPE and to uplift their outlook in life as they rebuild and restore their lives. 

All band members have waived their talent fees to do this concert and creating the song. Literally and figuratively the bands will be doing this purely for the love.

We are hoping and relying on the big hearts of others so that we can stage this concert without spending a single centavo. Our objective is to turn over all the money we make from ticket sales to the Philippine Red Cross. 

For more info and updates,  visit Facebook. ( https://www.facebook.com/PAGASAsaPAGG...)

For Tickets call:

TicketWorld: 891-9999

Solaire Concierge: 883-8987'