August 25, 2015

1:24 PM 0

How to behave inside the theater


Since I am fresh from watching a ballet show, I think it is appropriate that I talk about some etiquette inside the live theater.  This is also a good opportunity for parents to start instilling proper behavior when watching theater performances. 

1. Do not be late. Your are not watching in the cinemas. Be at least 30 minutes early for the show because in some shows, the ushers close the door once the the performance starts and you will only be allowed to enter during the intermission. 

2. Turn off or put your phone in silent mode. Any sound coming from your phone may disrupt the concentration of the actors or the performers. Show courtesy as well to the people around you. When you are texting, the light from your phone can be distracting too.  

3. Eat before the show, not during the performance. Just keep in mind that the you are in the theater to watch and be entertained- not to eat. Give yourself enough time to get a meal before the show. 

4. Mind your manners. You can whisper if you want to say something but other than that, wait till the end of the show to share your thoughts. People don't want to hear your opinion during the performance. Creating annoying sounds like "Hmmp," "Ssshhh" or even snarls are disruptive.

5. Try not to fall asleep. If the show is boring, try your best not to sleep because your snoring can be insulting to the performers on stage. 

6. Respect the space and comfort of the people around you. I sat with a lady who put up her feet on the seat in front of her. Yes, there were no people seated but I just can't stress how disrespectful that act was for me. 

7. Dress appropriately. You don't necessarily have to wear a gown but at least dress clean and respectable. 

Following these basic theater etiquette will not only benefit you but it will also benefit the viewers and the performers. It helps to create an environment suited for enjoyment. Anyway, that is the goal why we watch live shows- so we all get entertained!

August 24, 2015

10:58 PM 0

Tatlong Kwento ni Lola Basyang kind of night!


Tatlong Kwento ni Lola Basyang

When I was very young, I enjoyed stories being told by my grandmother and my aunt. I guess it was one of the blessings I am thankful I got to experience while growing up. These stories were a mix of fairytales, legends, and stories with lessons. It stirred my imagination and creativity. This is precisely what Tatlong Kwento ni Lola Basyang gives its viewers. A fantasy filled stories told through dancing!

I was one of the people who got lucky to find a promo Tatlong Kwento ni Lola Basyang’s show in Aliw theater. This is the opening show for the 20th performance season of Ballet Manilla. 

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The 3 stories told by Lola Basyang, performed by Luz Fernandez (the original Lola Basyang’s voice from the radio drama show in the 80s) are “Ang Principe ng Mga Ibon,” Ang kapatid ng Tatlong Maria,” and “Ang Mahiwagang Biyulin."

Ang Prinsipe ng mga Ibon is about a princess who fell in love with a bird prince. Their love was tested when the princess’ father disapproved their unusual relationship even after the bird prince saved the princess from the Giants that threatened the kingdom. 

Ang Kapatid ng Tatlong Maria is a story of a brother who was set by his parents to find his three sisters who were captured by a beast. I would say that the kids would really enjoy the huge snake!

Ang Mahiwagang Biyulin is the lightest story of the three. It also has this comedic touch which will make the audience laugh. This is a story of a poor boy who worked hard for a rich man for years but was not paid accordingly. He was rewarded by an old lady with a magical violin that can put people to trance when played because of the poor boy’s kindness and generosity. 


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The three stories will surely fill your eyes with colors, your ears with beautiful music, and their dances will leave you at awe. If you want your kids to start appreciating arts at a young age, have them see performances like this!

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Severino Reyes’ “Tatlong Kuwento ni Lola Basyang” goes onstage at Aliw Theater on Aug. 21, 22, 28 and 29 at 8 p.m. and on Aug. 23 and 30 at 3 p.m.

Tickets are available at Ticketworld outlets, www.ticketworld.com.ph, or call 8919999 and the Ballet Manila marketing hotline at 552 7502.

August 21, 2015

11:18 AM 0

I am Beginning Again


In our lives, we continue to search for who we are and what we want in life. Events closes a chapter and opens another one. I must admit that my blogs are like these chapter in life. I open one and use it for years until I decide to start another one because I think that is what is perfect and what I need at that time. 

Now that I am in my 30s, I think I have matured enough to really commit to a personal blog that I will maintain for as long as my memory words and my physical body is healthy. 

I am just excited to share to my readers about my life and what I do that I have to squeeze in this post amidst my busy schedule today. 

This is the Day I will be totally back to blogging!