After bedazzling spectators with its Las Vegas-inspired shows for 10 years, Club Mwah is going folkloric, conceiving a Filipiniana entertainment showcase as homage to local traditional music and dances.
Club Mwah’s new weekend show “Follies-piniana,” premiered two months ago as part 2 of a twin bill, the first part of which is a cluster of Broadway excerpts and Las Vegas-“Moulin Rouge” inspired productions.
The Luzon Suite has the Banaue Rice Terraces as backdrop for dancers moving to the tune of “Salidumay” wearing authentic G-strings made of woven cloth and studded with gold.
The Pandanggo Sa Ilaw-cum-Binasuan segment is stylized, conceptualized and choreographed by resident director-choreographer-designer Cris Nicolas, with performers in luminous gold-orange “patadyong.”
The Maranao Suite is replete with colorful vintas and bronze-skinned dancers doing the Muslim royalty dance, segueing into the Singkil. The costumes are all designed by Cris Nicolas.
Executive producer Pocholo Mallilin informs that after receiving two awards for artistic excellence, Club Mwah will receive another distinction from the prestigious Asia Pacific Awards Council as The Most Outstanding Entertainment Theatric Club in Asia for 2014.
Club Mwah is located on Boni Ave. in Mandaluyong City. It is open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Show starts at 9:30 p.m.
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Casino Filipino Launches ‘March To Summer’
Casino Filipino (CF) features world-class Filipino theater artists, mainstream local bands and seasoned performers in its branches and satellites this March.
“Our theme, ‘March to Summer’ matches the fun and excitement of the summer season. Our audience will surely enjoy our star-studded shows this month,” says Pagcor’s Assistant VP for Entertainment Bong Quintana.
“March to Summer” was launched last March 5, with several celebs hitting various CF branches including Viva Hot Babes’ Jennifer Lee (CF Hyatt), singer-comedienne Ethel Booba (Amigo Terrace Hotel, Iloilo), balladeer Chad Borja (CF Parañaque), and world-class theater performers Jenine Desiderio (CF Parañaque), Robert Seña (CF Pavilion) and Isay Alvarez (CF Angeles).
Isay says it’s a great opportunity to be invited as performer in Casino Filipino. She commended Casino Filipino for supporting local artists. “With the influx of foreign productions being staged in partnership with some big production groups here in the Philippines, Casino Filipino can play a big role in producing world-class shows.”
The second salvo of “March to Summer” happened on March 7, with performances by Jenine Desiderio (CF Cebu), Isay Alvarez (CF Davao), model-actor Carlos Agassi (Lancaster, Mandaluyong City), comedian Petite (Ronquillo, Manila) and Robert Seña (CF Tagaytay).
Casino Filipino will feature Ney (CF-Hyatt) and Jimmy Bondoc (Binondo and Ronquillo) on March 15.
Meantime, Imago will be at CF-Pavilion today, while Moonstar 88 will be will be at CF-Olongapo on March 12 and R&B singer Luke Mejares in Ilocos Norte on March 14.
Callalily will rock CF-Tagaytay on March 15 while singer Aicelle Santos will have a show in Lancaster in Mandaluyong on March 21.
R&B singer Kris Lawrence has shows at CF-Bacolod on March 22 and Madison Arcade in Mandaluyong City on March 28.
Casino Filipino will also hold its monthly Game Shows at CF Parañaque today. Special guests are comedian Ate Shawie and Friends.
Other guest performers are Renz Verano (CF Bacolod, March 8), Bugoy Drilon (CF Angeles, March 12), Eva Eugenio (CF Hyatt, March 13), Carmen Soriano (CF Tagaytay, March 14), Rico The Magician (CF Pavilion on March 15 and CF Olongapo on March 22), Hansen Nichols (CF Davao, March 15), and Frenchie Dy (CF Cebu, March 29).
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A Parade Of Lights
The first-ever “Parade of Lights,” a spectacular exhibition-cum-competition of 26 colorful floats, will be held today in Tanauan, Batangas as organized by former Tanauan City Rotary president now Mayor Thony Halili in cooperation with the Sports Development Council under the leadership of former Tanauan City Rotary Club District Governor Tato Dimayuga.
“It’s the first time we’re having ‘Parade of Lights’ and it will continue to shine every year. It will be one of the city’s annual highlights to showcase the ingenuity and creativity of our constituents,” Halili said.
Attractive prizes are in store for the winning floats. Invited as judges are former beauty queen-supermodel Melanie Marquez, actor Patrick Garcia, entertainment writer and DZMM broadcaster Jobert Sucaldito and Dr. Vicki Belo.
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Tidbits: Happy birthday greetings today, March 8, go to former Senators Ramon Revilla Sr. and Robert “Sonny” Jaworski, Ms. Lenny Parto, Sarah Balabagan, Chiquita Atienza, Ed dela Luna, Col. Apolonio Reyes, Billy C. Ramirez, Juanico J. Dizon, Carmelita J. Fernandez, Onix Ador, Mary Joy Rodriguez, Maricar Rizza Nueno, Barbs Atienza-Soliven, Cheleann Abejo Sy Piecco, Baw Bernardo, Jackie Serrano, Ernel Acosta, Aida Fernandez, Renato “Boy” Samson, Nico Salva and Bryan Termulo… Happy wedding anniversary to Danny and Lilia Cruz; Joey and Maylene Olabre…March 9 celebrators are Rosemarie Gil, Nonong “Dero” Pedero, Dr. Avelino P. Aventura, Arielle Matias Pizarro, Atty. Zeny Alcantara, Peachy Buan, Queenie B. Naidas, Michael Jay Foz, Iris Brillon, Virgilio Almario, Pat Pecache, Philip Cuazon, Sr., Ida Bata, Agnes Bantugan, Bro. Ernie Sanchez of DWIZ’s Pari Ko, Jhenilyn Jubahib, Joey Salgado, Angeli Gonzales of Star Magic, Manila Bulletin’s Amyline Quien Ching, and Dr. Rebecca Singson of Makati Med and Asian Hospital & Medical Center… Happy wedding anniversary to Levy and Irene Banag… March 10 celebrators are renowned violinist John Lesaca, TJ Manotoc, JC de Vera, Rosanna Marquez, Pete Dacuycuy, Alex C. Estrada, Erlinda “Ada” Santiago, Nelson Gumatay, Marissa Z. Burgos of Rajah Tours, Hazel Luigi Nicolas, Toffer Lorenzo, Pia Hontiveros-Pagkalinawan, Raquel Basilio-Dungo wife of Manila Bulletin’s photographer Bob Dungo and Julia Barretto-Padilla of Star Magic…Belated birthday greetings to Bernie "Bong-Bong" Nombreda, Kagawad Rogelio Picones (March 6), John Jemmar Celestial (March 6), Rudy Santos (March 1) and Roselyn Napili (March 7)…
Club Mwah’s new weekend show “Follies-piniana,” premiered two months ago as part 2 of a twin bill, the first part of which is a cluster of Broadway excerpts and Las Vegas-“Moulin Rouge” inspired productions.
The Luzon Suite has the Banaue Rice Terraces as backdrop for dancers moving to the tune of “Salidumay” wearing authentic G-strings made of woven cloth and studded with gold.
The Pandanggo Sa Ilaw-cum-Binasuan segment is stylized, conceptualized and choreographed by resident director-choreographer-designer Cris Nicolas, with performers in luminous gold-orange “patadyong.”
The Maranao Suite is replete with colorful vintas and bronze-skinned dancers doing the Muslim royalty dance, segueing into the Singkil. The costumes are all designed by Cris Nicolas.
Executive producer Pocholo Mallilin informs that after receiving two awards for artistic excellence, Club Mwah will receive another distinction from the prestigious Asia Pacific Awards Council as The Most Outstanding Entertainment Theatric Club in Asia for 2014.
Club Mwah is located on Boni Ave. in Mandaluyong City. It is open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Show starts at 9:30 p.m.
• • •
Casino Filipino Launches ‘March To Summer’
Casino Filipino (CF) features world-class Filipino theater artists, mainstream local bands and seasoned performers in its branches and satellites this March.
“Our theme, ‘March to Summer’ matches the fun and excitement of the summer season. Our audience will surely enjoy our star-studded shows this month,” says Pagcor’s Assistant VP for Entertainment Bong Quintana.
“March to Summer” was launched last March 5, with several celebs hitting various CF branches including Viva Hot Babes’ Jennifer Lee (CF Hyatt), singer-comedienne Ethel Booba (Amigo Terrace Hotel, Iloilo), balladeer Chad Borja (CF Parañaque), and world-class theater performers Jenine Desiderio (CF Parañaque), Robert Seña (CF Pavilion) and Isay Alvarez (CF Angeles).
Isay says it’s a great opportunity to be invited as performer in Casino Filipino. She commended Casino Filipino for supporting local artists. “With the influx of foreign productions being staged in partnership with some big production groups here in the Philippines, Casino Filipino can play a big role in producing world-class shows.”
The second salvo of “March to Summer” happened on March 7, with performances by Jenine Desiderio (CF Cebu), Isay Alvarez (CF Davao), model-actor Carlos Agassi (Lancaster, Mandaluyong City), comedian Petite (Ronquillo, Manila) and Robert Seña (CF Tagaytay).
Casino Filipino will feature Ney (CF-Hyatt) and Jimmy Bondoc (Binondo and Ronquillo) on March 15.
Meantime, Imago will be at CF-Pavilion today, while Moonstar 88 will be will be at CF-Olongapo on March 12 and R&B singer Luke Mejares in Ilocos Norte on March 14.
Callalily will rock CF-Tagaytay on March 15 while singer Aicelle Santos will have a show in Lancaster in Mandaluyong on March 21.
R&B singer Kris Lawrence has shows at CF-Bacolod on March 22 and Madison Arcade in Mandaluyong City on March 28.
Casino Filipino will also hold its monthly Game Shows at CF Parañaque today. Special guests are comedian Ate Shawie and Friends.
Other guest performers are Renz Verano (CF Bacolod, March 8), Bugoy Drilon (CF Angeles, March 12), Eva Eugenio (CF Hyatt, March 13), Carmen Soriano (CF Tagaytay, March 14), Rico The Magician (CF Pavilion on March 15 and CF Olongapo on March 22), Hansen Nichols (CF Davao, March 15), and Frenchie Dy (CF Cebu, March 29).
• • •
A Parade Of Lights
The first-ever “Parade of Lights,” a spectacular exhibition-cum-competition of 26 colorful floats, will be held today in Tanauan, Batangas as organized by former Tanauan City Rotary president now Mayor Thony Halili in cooperation with the Sports Development Council under the leadership of former Tanauan City Rotary Club District Governor Tato Dimayuga.
“It’s the first time we’re having ‘Parade of Lights’ and it will continue to shine every year. It will be one of the city’s annual highlights to showcase the ingenuity and creativity of our constituents,” Halili said.
Attractive prizes are in store for the winning floats. Invited as judges are former beauty queen-supermodel Melanie Marquez, actor Patrick Garcia, entertainment writer and DZMM broadcaster Jobert Sucaldito and Dr. Vicki Belo.
• • •
Tidbits: Happy birthday greetings today, March 8, go to former Senators Ramon Revilla Sr. and Robert “Sonny” Jaworski, Ms. Lenny Parto, Sarah Balabagan, Chiquita Atienza, Ed dela Luna, Col. Apolonio Reyes, Billy C. Ramirez, Juanico J. Dizon, Carmelita J. Fernandez, Onix Ador, Mary Joy Rodriguez, Maricar Rizza Nueno, Barbs Atienza-Soliven, Cheleann Abejo Sy Piecco, Baw Bernardo, Jackie Serrano, Ernel Acosta, Aida Fernandez, Renato “Boy” Samson, Nico Salva and Bryan Termulo… Happy wedding anniversary to Danny and Lilia Cruz; Joey and Maylene Olabre…March 9 celebrators are Rosemarie Gil, Nonong “Dero” Pedero, Dr. Avelino P. Aventura, Arielle Matias Pizarro, Atty. Zeny Alcantara, Peachy Buan, Queenie B. Naidas, Michael Jay Foz, Iris Brillon, Virgilio Almario, Pat Pecache, Philip Cuazon, Sr., Ida Bata, Agnes Bantugan, Bro. Ernie Sanchez of DWIZ’s Pari Ko, Jhenilyn Jubahib, Joey Salgado, Angeli Gonzales of Star Magic, Manila Bulletin’s Amyline Quien Ching, and Dr. Rebecca Singson of Makati Med and Asian Hospital & Medical Center… Happy wedding anniversary to Levy and Irene Banag… March 10 celebrators are renowned violinist John Lesaca, TJ Manotoc, JC de Vera, Rosanna Marquez, Pete Dacuycuy, Alex C. Estrada, Erlinda “Ada” Santiago, Nelson Gumatay, Marissa Z. Burgos of Rajah Tours, Hazel Luigi Nicolas, Toffer Lorenzo, Pia Hontiveros-Pagkalinawan, Raquel Basilio-Dungo wife of Manila Bulletin’s photographer Bob Dungo and Julia Barretto-Padilla of Star Magic…Belated birthday greetings to Bernie "Bong-Bong" Nombreda, Kagawad Rogelio Picones (March 6), John Jemmar Celestial (March 6), Rudy Santos (March 1) and Roselyn Napili (March 7)…
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