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And if he does find it, will he be able to handle the truth?
Indigo Child was staged at the Bantayog ng mga Bayani auditorium in 2016 as part of Never Again: Voices of Martial Law, a series of one-act plays that tackle the harsh realities of living under the Martial Law era, and at the CCP in 2017 as part of Pista Rizalina: Festival of Arts and Ideas.
A filmed version, featuring Skyzx Labastilla and Rafael Tibayan, is the one currently available online, directed by José Estrella (play), and Ellen Marfil (video).
They are joined by fellow guest artists, JayLo Conanan for costume design, and David Esguerra for lighting design.
It is a farce and a tribute with several layers: the musical form of the zarzuela that has been labeled as “outdated” has been reinvented for new audiences without compromising its roots, and the historical narrative also resonates with the present time.
Vera states that amidst the humor and entertainment, Walang Aray also provides commentary on the institutions of old.
“While we’re aware these things indeed happened and may happen again, we’re also here to remind people that theater, always...ALWAYS dies and is born anew.”
Walang Aray celebrates the joys and victories of Filipinos, while remembering our colorful history in the theater, and against our oppressors.
The musical is top-billed by Star Magic’s “hottest musical couple” #KDLex, KD Estrada and Alexa Ilacad, alternating with triple threat theater artists Gio Gahol, Jon Abella, Marynor Madamesila, and Shaira Opsimar, as Tenyong and Julia.
EXCLUSIVE PODCAST: KD Estrada, Alexa Ilacad Sit Down with BroadwayWorld
by Oliver Oliveros - Apr 11, 2023
After that extended Holy Week break, the charming love team of KD Estrada and Alexa Ilacad are back to starring in PETA’s post-pandemic first offering: the Gen Zers’ not-so-serious take on the classic zarzuela 'Walang Sugat,' via the musical comedy 'Walang Aray,' featuring the book and lyrics by Rody Vera and music by Vince Lim.
Video: KUNG PAANO NANALO SA KARERA SI ROSANG TABA Cast, Musicians Take Opening Weekend Bows
by Oliver Oliveros - Mar 27, 2023
Dean Francis Alfar’s short story for children, “How Rosang Taba Won a Race” (Kung Paano Nanalo si Rosang Taba sa Isang Karera), is now a one-act play with music, adapted by playwrights Rody Vera and Maynard Manansala, and produced by Dulaang UP.
Check Out Performance Photos from PETA's New Musical, WALANG ARAY
by Oliver Oliveros - Nov 29, 2022
Before media guests and prospective show investors, Philippine Educational Theater Association has just presented some photos from the company’s newest original musical comedy, 'Walang Aray,' a humorous, entertaining tribute to a classic favorite, Severino Reyes’ 19th-century zarzuela 'Walang Sugat.'
Video: PETA Welcomes KD Estrada and Alexa Ilacad
by Oliver Oliveros - Nov 28, 2022
Philippine Educational Theater Association, which produced hit musicals 'Rak of Aegis' and 'Care Divas,' has officially welcomed young stars-singers KD Estrada and Alexa Ilacad to its family.
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Phi Palmos Leads DELIA D., A New Musical
by Oliver Oliveros - Jan 23, 2025
Newport World Resorts (NWR) premieres another original Filipino musical, 'Delia D,' featuring songs from Jonathan Manalo, songwriter, and music producer known for hit songs 'Gusto Ko Nang Bumitaw,' 'Pagbigyang Muli,' and 'Pinoy Ako.'
Iza Calzado Stars in TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS
by Jude Cartalaba - Dec 5, 2024
TV film actress Iza Calzado is Sugar in the Philippine premiere of the play 'Tiny Beautiful Things,' produced by The Sandbox Collective, celebrating its 10th anniversary.
The piece was shelved and for more than ten years, it remained in the ‘baul.’”
In 2018, Vera presented Walang Aray to PETA, and Artistic Director Maribel Legarda suggested having original music for the show instead of the initial plan of using OPM songs. In one confrontation, Felisa reveals many secrets that Jerome finds hard to believe.
After much adjustment and revisions to translate the musical from screen to stage, Walang Aray was first performed in a PETA Lab show in 2018 and 2019 under the direction of Ian Segarra, with original music and musical direction by Vince Lim, generating an enthusiastic and positive response from audiences and critics alike.
Vera’s updated stage version of Walang Aray is literature and history brought to life in the most cutting-edge and entertaining way, as the musical masterfully blends the timelessly old with modern terminology, funk and pop music, and tongue-in-cheek comedy.
The musical features young PETA artists at the helm of its creatives: Ian Segarra (director), Vince Lim (musical director, lyricist, composer, and sound designer), Gio Gahol (choreographer), and Julio Garcia (production designer).
And I think that’s exactly what makes this ‘slight’ adjustment from the original zarzuela relatable to us today,” Vera explains.
As the first show to hit the PETA stage after the COVID-19 pandemic, Walang Aray represents the hope that theater can now enter a new chapter after years of global tragedy and hardships. But where does he start?
Felisa is a rebel who was caught, tortured, and then committed to a halfway house after being diagnosed as bipolar due to multiple traumas. But is it just poking fun at the villains of our history? Tickets are available via www.ticketworld.com.ph.
Exclusive: Cedrick Juan Clinches Biggest Role Yet
by Jude Cartalaba - Dec 21, 2023
'GomBurZa,' a film based on the lives of three Filipino priests deemed subversive during the Spanish colonial era, is the 'biggest project' for Cedrick Juan.
The event will happen at the Manila Metropolitan Theatre tomorrow, April 22, 2025, starting at 8:30 a.m.
PAROKYA NI EDGAR Musical Plays Last Two Weeks at Newport Performing Arts Theatre
by Oliver Oliveros - Jun 10, 2024
How can Newport World Resorts top its biggest original Pinoy musical hit, ''Ang Huling El Bimbo'?
The cast also features PETA artists Jarred Jaicten, Bene Manaois, Kiki Baento, Carlon Josol Matobato, Gie Onida, Norbs Portales, Neomi Gonzales, Johnnie Moran, Yeyin de la Cruz, Ayla Garcia, Ada Tayao, Tom Bienvenida, Donn Boco, and Gerard Dy, with Gardo Exconde and Csairus Habla as the swings.
Walang Aray will run at the PETA Theater Center from Feb 17 to May 14, 2023.
Photos: Lea Salonga, Arielle Jacobs, and More in Theatre Group Asia's INTO THE WOODS
by Oliver Oliveros - Aug 7, 2025
Billed as Theatre Group Asia's (TGA) first musical production, check out photos from Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's 'Into the Woods.' Learn more about the show here!
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Walang ArayPETAPhilippine Educational Theater AssociationRody VeraSeverino ReyesWalang SugatZarzuelaIan SegarraGio GaholJulio GarciaJayLo CunananDavid EsguerraKD EstradaAlexa IlacadFilipino Musical