Repertory Philippines Announces its 2013 Season
Often called the “most professional English-speaking theater company in the country,” REPERTORY PHILIPPINES is the only company in the Philippines that has been doing what it knows best—performing shows of wholesome, quality entertainment—so that Philippine audiences can enjoy the pleasures and gain the lessons uniquely offered by the theater experience.
The heart of the program of Repertory Philippines is its season of plays, staged from January to April running every weekend of the year except for the months of May, June, and July. Each season features four plays with genres ranging from musical, comedy, drama or classic. A children’s play is also featured in a theater season.
Since 1967- 2012, Repertory Philippines has produced well-known shows as Les Miserables, A Chorus Line, Carousel, West Side Story, Man of La Mancha, Fiddler On The Roof, My Fair Lady, Sound of Music, Evita, Woman in Black, Kiss of the Spider Woman, Equus, Private Lives, Amadeus, Man of La Mancha, Jekyll and Hyde and more than 300 other plays. The works of Shakespeare are also a regular part of Repertory Philippines’ program. Some productions include A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Merchant of Venice, Much Ado About Nothing, and Romeo and Juliet. For young audiences, the very popular REP Children’s Theater has produced musicals such as Pinocchio, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin (Jr.), Jack and the Beanstalk, Seussical and The Wizard Of Oz.
In celebration of the 46th year of Repertory Philippines, the year 2013 proudly marks the 76th theater season with an exciting line-up of shows that will surely be one of the best theater treats everyone will experience like no other.
Herewith is a summary of the productions:
Translated by Beverley Cross and Francis Evans
Playdates: January 25, 26 ; February 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 & 16, 2013 – 8:00PM
January 26, 27 ; February 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 & 17, 2013 – 3:30PM
The classic '60s sex comedy hit of errors that won the 2008 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play. Bernard, a playboy juggles three fiancées, all flight attendants, with careful planning and the reluctant assistance of his housekeeper. But weather delays and the invention of a faster Boeing jet send his elaborate love life into chaos.
Starring Michael de Mesa (a Repertory debut) and Michael Williams.
Directed by Miguel Faustmann.
Book, Music and Lyrics by Douglas J. Cohen
Based on the novel by William Goldman
Playdates: March 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 & 23, 2013 – 8:00PM
March 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 & 24, 2013 – 3:30PM
A devilish blend of humor, romance, and murder in a theatrically charged musical comedy thriller based on a bestselling novel and renowned movie. With a Fred Ebb Award for Musical Theatre Songwriting, a Richard Rodgers grant, and a nomination for Best Revival by the New York Outer Critics Circle.
Starring Michael Williams and Carla Guevara-Laforteza.
Directed by Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo.
Adapted for the stage by Terry Johnson
Based on the novel by Charles Webb and the Screenplay by Calder Willingham and Buck Henry
Playdates: April 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27, 2013 – 8:00PM
April 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 & 28, 2013 – 3:30PM
From a hallmark cult movie to a comedy smash hit on Broadway and the West End, THE GRADUATE tells the story of an innocent and directionless college graduate who is seduced by an older woman while he falls in love with her daughter.
Starring Cherie Gil, Reb Atadero and Cara Barredo.
Directed by Jaime del Mundo.
(THE GRADUATE is strictly for Adults 18 years old and above)
Music by Jim Eiler and Jeanne Bargy
Adapted from the book by Lewis Carroll
Playdates: August 17 – December 15, 2013
This is Alice's incredible journey into a world unlike her own where she meets the most surprising set of wild characters. With music, mayhem, and interactive play, Repertory's Children's Theater continues its mission to leave its audiences with a sense of wonder and a love for stage with Jim Eiler and Jeanne Bargy's musical, ALICE IN WONDERLAND.
Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan
Music and Lyrics by Mel Brooks
Playdates: November 15 – December 15, 2013
As a big Broadway musical, The Producers once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor. This classic cult comedy broke all records and won a record 12 Tony Awards - including Best Musical - more than any other musical ever !
Directed by Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo and Jaime del Mundo.
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