PETA Relives Aegis Music with Rock Musical "Rak of Aegis"

No it is not a cheap knockoff of the hit musical Rock of Ages.  Though the director admitted that the title is a direct influence, this upcoming musical from the Philippine Edcational Theater Association (PETA) is all original and of course mostly inspired by the late 90's band Aegis.

JORITV: You're a Good Man Charlie Brown Cast Sings "Happiness" (PressCon)

Here's another video featuring the cast of 9 Works Theatrical's latest offering, You're a Good Man Charlie Brown performing the curtain call number during the Press Con I attended last month.  Watch the video after the jump.

JORITV: You're a Good Man Charlie Brown Presscon: My New Philosophy

Hello guys.  Just been doing some stuff outside blogging (yes I have life outside blogging) and I'm just about to call it a night and hit the sack when I decided to just post something for everyone.  This video is taken during the press conference of 9 Works Theatrical's first offering for this year titled You're a Good Man Charlie Brown.  The video features Tonipet Gaba as Schroeder and Sweet Plantado-Tiongson as Sally Brown. They are performing the opening number for the second act titled "My New Philosophy"which shows the character's funny yet  profound way of thinking.  Watch the video after the jump.

JORITV: Mamma Mia International Tour (Manila) - Dancing Queen

Another sneak peek video from Mamma Mia International Tour featuring Sara Poyzer as Donna Sheridan, Jennie Dale as Rosie, Kate Graham as Tanya, Chalotte Wakefield as Sophie Sheridan, David Roberts as Sky and the rest of the company performing Dancing Queen.  Watch the clip after the jump.

JORITV: Mamma Mia International Tour (Manila) - Mamma Mia

Yesterday I finally got the chance to see Mamma Mia! live on stage.  It is an open book that I really hate the movie version of this musical despite the fact that it stars Meryl Streep.  Don't get me wrong, I like Meryl Streep and I worship her for being one of the most excellent actress alive but still there is something about the movie that makes it so wrong.  I'll discuss it in details on my review but for now, here is a teaser video of the show.

JORITV: Khai Lim Releases First Single and Music Video: Lose Control

When I first met this gorgeous lady years ago, other than being a skilled host and dancer she caught my attention by wowing us with her magnificent voice.  That time I know that she will soon go places as a professional singer.  True enough last year she ended up joining the all girl singing group Kitty Girls with Jocelyn Oxlade and Ayanna Oliva.

JORITV: Rent's "Take me or Leave Me" by Glee Versus Rent Manila Cast

I've been losing faith over FOX's Glee ever since it returned from the Christmas break.  I dunno, maybe the songs don't interest me at all or the story is beginning to become tiring and boring.  But the latest episode just show me a little glimmer of hope.  But before you throw rocks on me, I'm not talking about the Bieber fever.  What excites me is when Rachel (Lea Michelle) and Mercedes (Amber Riley) performs "Take me or Leave Me" from the broadway hit musical "Rent".  Watch the clip below.

JORITV: Joel Trinidad Raves His New Theater Company and Original Musical

If there are actors on stage that I will never forget, Joel Trinidad is definitely one of them on my list. First saw him on Avenue Q years ago, Joel already proven to all his audience that he got what it takes to be a stage actor. He can make you cry and he can also make you laugh.  Noticing the popularity of stage musicals in the Metro, Joel decides to stage his original musical and sell it to the public under his newly established Theater Company.

JORITV: Ciara Talks About Her Greatest Challenge Ever: Rent

Weeks ago we got a chance to sit down with Mrs. Ciara Sotto-Oconer and talk about her latest theater project in 9 Works Theatrical. Ciara talks about the advantages of trying acting on stage, shifting from wholesome image to a wild and sexy one and the joys of working with a talented cast and Director. Watch the video after the jump.

JORITV: Rent February 2010 Tribute Video

I was cleaning up some clutters on my files when I find this video file hidden somewhere beneath all other files and I can't believe that I never published it before. Here is a Tribute Video that I made for 9 Works Theatrical's first run last February.

JORI vs. CLU 2.0: TRON Legacy FB App Promo

Got to try this cool app in facebook. It utilizes face mapping enabling your face to be transfered inside the Grid as a Light Cycle driver.

JORITV: Analin Bantug and Shiela Martinez Invites you to Watch TWS

Hello guys here are Analin Bantug and Shiela Valderama Martinez playing Holly and Julia Sullivan in 9 Works Theatrical's The Wedding Singer Musical.

JORITV: The Wedding Singer Musical Sneak Preview Reel

Here is an unofficial Sneak Preview Reel for 9 Works Theatrical's The Wedding Singer. Snippets comes from behind the scenes footage during presscon, mall tours and Press night. Just a quick look for those who don't have any idea about the show.

JORITV: Iya Villania and Gian Magdangal Invites Everyone to watch The Wedding Singer

Here are this year's lead actors from the Manila run of The Wedding Singer Musical inviting everyone to watch the show. Iya Villania playign Julia Sullivan known to be played by Drew Barrymore from the original movie and Gian Magdangal as Robbie Hart the Wedding singer notably played by Adam Sandler on the film.

JORITV: If I Told You - The Wedding Singer Musical Manila Presscon

Gian Magdangal (Robbie Hart) and Shiela Valderama-Martinez (Julia Sullivan Alternate) performs the one of the most touching songs in the musical, "If I told You".

JORITV: Grow Old with You - The Wedding Singer Musical Manila Presscon

Gian Magdangal (Robbie Hart) and Iya Villania (Julia Sullivan) performing a sample of "Grow Old With You" from the hit musical The Wedding Singer.

JORITV: It's Your Wedding Day - The Wedding Singer Musical Manila Presscon

This is The Wedding Singer Musical Cast performing Opening number "It;s your Wedding Day" during the press conference held months ago in Rockwell.

Looking Back on Memories: Cats Now and Forever

I was just organizing my files on my laptop when I stumble upon some of my past materials during the Cats Manila staging here in Manila. Seeing the photos and videos just brings back that night a month ago when we shared a love affair with these feline creatures of the night. So for just one moment for those who watched it and for those who missed it, here are some excerpts from Cats Now and Forever.

Vice Ganda: New Face of Globe Prepaid

Weeks ago Globe Telecom officially announced their newest addition to the long list of Globe prepaid endorsers and he is none other than the host comedian and star of the upcoming remake of Petrang Kabayo, Vice Ganda.

Rachel Alejandro and Felix Rivera Together Again in Xanadu

After stints on 3 runs of Avenue Q, Rachel Alejandro (Avenue Q, Rent) and Felix Rivera (Avenue Q, Spelling Bee) finally reunites on the funny and magical Broadway musical Xanadu.