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“AYJO ASEAN Tour 2015” hits Manila on September 26, Meralco Theater

We’re All Ears for this New Youth Jazz Orchestra                – Following the successful Asian Youth Jazz Orchestra (AYJO) kick-off concert last February at the Shangri-La Plaza, the pioneer members together with the young musicians who passed the auditions in Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and the Philippines, are slated to render topnotch orchestra performances for the Manila leg of the AYJO ASEAN Tour 2015 on September 26, 2015 at the Meralco Theater. AYJO is a project of The Japan Foundation Asia Center that aims to create cross-border networks of rising talents through international exchange and collaboration. Two Music Directors – trombone player and jazz lecturer Osamu Matsumoto and accomplished pianist […]
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  • Pasig
  • Meralco Theater
  • Concert

    • A Weekend of Great Food and Music at Mandala Park

    De-stressing from a tiring work week entails basking in wholesome experiences. A weekend market meant to do just that now opens as part of the unveiling of a new wellness community that reinstates Liberty Center as Mandala Park, the first and only integrated in-city living and wellness district located on the other side of Mandaluyong.     Launched last Sept. 19, the Mandala Park Weekend Market seeks to set a new standard of accessible wellness experience. All bases were covered in the food department as sweet, savory, and soothing dishes and drinks kept the crowd coming back for more. Among them were vegetable dishes from Edgy Vedgy, whole food snacks […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • Food & Beverage Event

    • Marriott Cafe’s North Asian Showdown

    Traverse and experience Korea, Japan, and China—in one sitting as Marriott Café offers a flavourful buffet journey through North Asia’s finest dishes with guest Chef Suh Dong Jin together with Executive Chinese Chef Law Wing Wui from September 17 to October 15, 2015 in Marriott Manila. What better way to enjoy these festive cuisines but with quality liquor. Guests can enjoy Japan’s Sapporo Beer and Chilled Japanese Sake, and Korea’s Soju and Sake Cocktails. Those who are seeking to learn the craft can enroll at the Asian Cooking Workshop that will be conducted by the experts themselves on September 26 at The Den from 11am to 3pm with a price […]
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  • Food & Beverage Event

    • Snow White at Onstage Captivates New Gen Kids

    “Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all?” The iconic line from the Disney classic Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs echoes again as Repertory Philippines brings the beloved tale of challenges, love, friendship, and triumph to the stage. Not just a simple re-telling, Repertory’s version of the Michael Valenti and Elsa Rael’s adaptation comes with an enthralling fusion of live music with mesmerizing choreography and classical ballet. This live entertainment is designed to appeal to the sense of wonder of today’s young generation whose idea of entertainment is mostly virtual – computer games and gadgets. Repertory Philippines aims to transcend generations and inculcate in the young […]
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  • Makati
  • Greenbelt
  • Theatre Play

    • Les Miserables Comes to Manila, ticket sales starts Sept 29

    The phenomenal musical Les Miserables will come to Manila on March 11, 2016 for a limited run that will bring in the new production’s brilliant cast including the Philippines’ very own Rachelle Ann Go as Fantine. Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new production of Boublil & Schönberg’s legendary musical adaptation, LES MISÉRABLES, will launch the Asian tour starting in Manila at The Theater at Solaire Resort and Casino. The announcement sets a wave of anticipation among musical fans who are thrilled to get the chance to see the stage performance in its full splendour in Manila by early next year. Tickets are going on sale starting Tuesday, 29th September. Joining Rachelle Ann, […]
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  • Parañaque
  • Solaire Resort & Casino
  • Theatre Play

    • BMXplore Brings the World’s Finest Flatlanders to Manila

        BMXplore Manila treats us to some fancy, gravity-and-physics-challenging manoeuvres using BMX bikes through the BMX Flatland, an event that incorporates hip-hop dance, gymnastics, and various rhythmic and dynamic bike tricks with nothing less than two of the world’s finest flatlanders Jorge “Viki” Gomez of Spain and Matthias Dandois of France.     As part of their #BMXplore tour, the two world-famous champions will be showing off their ramp-less skills all across Metro Manila from September 30th until October 5th flyin’, flowin’ and flippin’ street-flat style.   They are also slated to welcome biking enthusiasts at the PhilBike Expo 2015 and a series of activations on the said period. The […]
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  • SMX Convention
  • Fair & Expo
  • Games, Contest & Tournament
  • Sports

    • Michael Learns to Rock Back in Manila on Sep. 19

    [photo from Midas Promotions website] The Danish band that rocked the 90’s with their massive hits The Actor, 25 Minutes, Sleeping Child, Nothing to Lose, among others returns to Manila after 7 years for a one-night concert on September 19 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. The pop/soft rock band was originally a quartet composed of Jascha Richter (vocals, keyboards), Mikkel Lentz (guitar), Kåre Wanscher (drums) and Soren Madsen (bass), until Madsen left in 2000. The group that made waves internationally, first in Scandinavia and then reaching as far as Asia first broke into the music scene with their self-titled debut album that carried their first hit The Actor. More albums […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Smart Araneta Coliseum
  • Concert

    • Dora The Explorer Comes to Manila

    The hugely popular and beloved character is set to explore Manila from October 8-11 at the Meralco Theater with an all new live musical adventure that is sure to delight Philippine fans. Kids and adult alike will have the chance to see Dora, Boots, Diego, and their gang as they search for Dora’s teddy bear in the City of Lost Toys in a fun-filled musical. Don’t miss this act, song, and dance along spectacle that has delighted over 2 million fans worldwide. [photo credit: Vivre Fort Entertainment website] Dora The Explorer Live is presented by Vivre Fort Entertainment in partnership with Life Like Touring and Nickelodeon. Book your tickets as […]
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  • Pasig
  • Meralco Theater
  • Just For Kids
  • Theatre Play

    • Asian Food Expo 2015 Set on Sep 9-12

    Asian Food Expo (AFEX), the country’s largest showcase in the food and beverage industry will be staged from September 9 to 12, 2015 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City (Main Hall & Hall D-Tent). (Photo from AFEX) For over two decades, AFEX has carried the goal of serving the Food Industry, its investors and entrepreneurs. It is an annual event that boasts of full house participation of industry players with a diversified roster of companies and top of the line exhibits. The expo has gone a long way from its beginnings and has been able to gather together leaders in Food Processing, Packaging and Handling Machinery, Equipment and […]
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  • World Trade Center
  • Fair & Expo

    • Drawn From Life: Beginner-friendly Sketching Sessions

    Learn from professional art coaches in Googoohit’s Drawn From Life, a creativity + coffee night of sketching sessions for a good cause where you can learn the basics or share your expertise as a portraitist. It will be held on September 17, 2015 (6-9PM) at Croque Café & Bakery along Arnaiz Avenue San Lorenzo Village Makati City. Photo from Googoohit Facebook Open to artists of all levels, it features models who can sit still or pose for about 10 to 30 minutes long. Registration is just PhP600 which includes refreshments and materials that you can bring home. To join, just visit their website www.googoohit.com or their Facebook page www.facebook.com/googoohit . […]
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  • Makati
  • Art & Fashion Show
    • photo credit https://www.facebook.com/themasskarafestival

    Join the Fun in these Upcoming Festivals

    It’s rave partying done the traditional Filipino way – the fiestas! The Philippines is known not only for its 7,107 amazing islands but also for its great love for street partying – the colorful fiestas all year round. And for expats who want to experience how the locals party ‘til they drop, you can check out and head to the various festivals that are happening very soon in various towns and cities in the Philippines where everyone is invited to join in the fun. These feasts are actually meaningful revelries and are not simply about merrymaking but go as deep as celebrating a cultural heritage, or expressing gratitude for bounty, […]
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  • Bacolod
  • Festival

    • Avail of Discounted Tours at the Philippine Travel Mart from Sep 4-6

    The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) will be staging the 26th Philippine Travel Mart at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City on September 4-6 2015 to be led by Tourism Secretary Ramon R. Jimenez, Jr. as the guest of honor. The event’s theme for the year is “PHILIPPINES: The Fun Capital of Asia” promoting the best in Philippine travel and the tourism opportunities of the ASEAN integration. The Philippine Travel Mart is the longest-running Travel Trade Exhibition that focuses on the promotion of domestic and inbound tourism. Local and foreign travel enthusiasts flock to the exhibit every year to get the best deals in tour packages, airfare, and accommodations […]
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  • SMX Convention
  • Fair & Expo

    • 5 New Theatre Shows for 2015

    Get ready for a busy second half of 2015, theater aficionados! The producers of WICKED and The Phantom of the Opera are bringing five international hit productions to Philippine shores. – Singin’ in the Rain runs until September 6 only at The Theatre at Solaire. Singin’ in the Rain Capturing the charm and lightheartedness of the classic movie musical, Singin’ in the Rain brings to stage the story of silent film actors during Hollywood’s transition to talking films. Yes, the timeless dance routine in the movie is recreated on stage with 12,000 liters of water! Catch this Olivier-nominated stage musical at The Theatre at Solaire until September 6. – Seven […]
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  • Makati
  • Parañaque
  • Solaire Resort & Casino
  • Concert
  • Theatre Play

    • Ron Davis II “Emotional Dissonance” Art Exhibition

    FIG Organic Mediterranean Restaurant + Bar presents the first art exhibition of Ron Davis II entitled “Emotional Dissonance” on September 5, 2015, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Ronald Lopez Davis II is an Abstract Artist born in Manila but grew up most of his life in San Francisco, California. Working primarily with oil, his mix media works combine a play of colors and textures creating a warm and dynamic energy on the canvas. His works can be found in private collections in Berlin, Barcelona, San Francisco, Berkeley, New York and Florida.  During his years as an undergraduate in Business at San Francisco State University, he had minored in Fine Arts […]
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  • Makati
  • Art & Fashion Show

    • Gear Up for the ASEAN Integration on Sept 5

    Manila Workshops and LifeQuest Training and Consultancy will be hosting the Gear Up for the ASEAN Integration Conference on September 5, 2015, at the SMX Convention Center, SM Aura Premier, in Taguig City. – – As early as 2007, the ASEAN has been preparing for the economic integration of its ten member states. The unified ASEAN Economic Community is anticipated to facilitate free movement of products, services, and labor in the region. This conference then aims to help business people and professionals better understand this and take advantage of the opportunities that will be available. Among the talks to look forward to during the conference are: • “Customs Integration and […]
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  • Taguig
  • SM Aura
  • Summit & Conference

    • L’Apertivo Italiano: Experience Italy After Work!

    Hump Day got you bad? Let go of all your Wednesday stress at the most chic weekday social! The Italian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines, together with The Italian Embassy, The Dante Alighieri Institute and Travelife Magazine, invites you to L’Apertivo Italiano on August 26, 2015 from 6 to 10PM at the Makati Diamond Residences! – – From the word aperire, which means to open, L’Apertivo Italiano aims to introduce to the curious and the interested the Italian tradition of having drinks pre-dinnner time. These are usually taken to “open” one’s appetite. This is very different from the “happy hour” tradition that we are used to as it promises […]
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  • Makati
  • Legazpi Village
  • Food & Beverage Event
  • Games, Contest & Tournament

    • Globe to Globe Hamlet Stops by PH on August 23

    Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre is bringing Hamlet to Manila on August 23, 2015, at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. This is part of the Globe to Globe initiative, a two-year tour to show the production to every country in the world. – The Globe to Globe Hamlet is touted as a “completely unprecedented theatrical adventure.” Photo from the Cultural Center of the Philippines – The Philippines will be the company’s 125th stop in their global tour, travelling 184,597 kilometers since the Globe to Globe Hamlet launch on April 23, 2014, the 450th birth anniversary of playwright William Shakespeare. “With almost a hundred countries played in, the Hamlet tour has already […]
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  • CCP Complex
  • Theatre Play

    • Future Classics 2015

    The rich history of music is glorified at the Future Classics 2015, a three-part concert on Aug. 20, 27, and 30 at the Ayala Museum. It is a gathering of young artists, displaying their own interpretations of classical pieces that have endured the test of time. The shows start at 6:30 in the evening. – – About the performers: Matthew Calderon is a Mozart in the making and is the opening concert of the event with his “Big B’s” concert featuring the works of classical composers Bach, Beethoven, Berg and Brahms in a piano solo. An 18 year-old musician pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Music, major in Piano Performance at […]
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  • Makati
  • Concert

    • Study International Education Fair 2015

    In the future, you must go global and have an international career to be successful . Own that success, INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE TODAY! Studying abroad is not as expensive as you think…. – – Study International will again be bringing to Manila, Cebu and Davao representatives from various institutions from UK, Australia, Canada, Singapore and Malaysia to speak to Filipinos who want to study abroad and get an internationally recognized degree and begin their future abroad. – STUDY INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION FAIR 2015 Global Education = Global Success 26 September, 1:00 – 8:00 PM | MANILA | Dusit Thani Hotel 28 September, 4:00 – 8:00 PM | CEBU | Cebu […]
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  • Manila
  • Cebu
  • Davao
  • Fair & Expo
  • Workshops, Classes & Seminars

    • Satisfy your Cravings at the Cheesecake Fair!

    National Cheesecake Day last August 8 may have come and gone but the Cheesecake Fair is still on at the SM North EDSA. It is a heyday extending as a month-long celebration from August 3 – 31, displaying cheesecakes much to the delight of desserts enthusiasts and everyone with a sweet tooth to spoil. Among the desserts stores included in the lineup are Uncle Tetsu, who are known for their soft, decadent cheesecakes; Tous Les Jours, a Korean bakery brand; Banapple who offer quality cakes and pies on the sides; and even doughnut industry giants Krispy Kreme and J.Co Doughnuts. Kitchen of Cakes and Coffee, Patisserie Filipino, Cellos Dips and […]
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  • Quezon City
  • SM North EDSA
  • Fair & Expo
  • Food & Beverage Event

    • Assemble at the Agora Food Market!

    One thing to thank the Greeks for is when they conceptualized the agora, a place that acts as the center of the hustle-and-bustle of ancient city-dwellers. The word literally means “gathering place” or “assembly.” And now, there is one at BGC, organized by Street Smart Magic. The biggest gathering of food merchants, Agora Food Market at Terra 28TH at Bonifacio Global City, Taguig is a heaven for foodies. Block the Fridays Sept. 18, and Oct. 2, 16 and 30 on your calendars and indulge in an awesome gastronomical adventure! Have a chance to feast the eyes on overflowing bounty of food, spices and treats ready to tickle the senses. The […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Food & Beverage Event

    • Author Kevin Kwan to Visit PH for Book Signing Tour

    Hold on to your pearls, because the bestselling author of Crazy Rich Asians and its recently-released sequel China Rich Girlfriend is coming to the Philippines for a two-day book signing activity! Kevin Kwan will be visiting Manila for The Crazy-Rich China-Rich Book Tour on August 15 at Fully Booked High Street and on August 16 at Fully Booked Alabang. Aside from having their tomes signed, fans of the uproarious novels can also satisfy their curiosity for more about the stupendous world of rich Asians through a Q-and-A session with Kwan himself. – – Born in Singapore but raised in the United States, Kwan led a privileged early life, from which […]
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  • Taguig
  • Muntinlupa
  • Alabang
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Book Tour

    • Bombs Away: FREE Sheppard Concert in Manila on August 11

    Up-and-coming Sheppard, the indie pop band behind the anthem Geronimo, is coming to the Philippines on August 11 for a FREE concert at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall! –  – Hailing from the Land Down Under, Sheppard is a family band helmed by George and Amy Sheppard (lead vocals), with their sister Emma on bass, Michael Butler on lead guitar, Jason Bovino on rhythm guitar, and Dean Gordon on percussions. Their first single, Geronimo, released in February 2014, is a reference to the exclamation of skydivers before taking a leap—true to the meaning of the song as shared by George: it is about “taking leaps of faith and […]
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  • Mall Of Asia
  • Concert

    • Manika Manila 2015 on August 29

    – ManikaManila once again brings Manika Manila Tiangge, a ball-jointed doll bazaar and exhibit where doll hobbyists, doll-loving craftspeople, and the curious are gathered for one magical day of dolls at Alphaland Southgate Tower, Makati on August 29, 2015. Find all kinds of dolls and doll-related goods and services on sale — from clothes to furniture and on-the-spot aesthetic service. Check out eye-catching doll booths and keep your eyes sharp because there will be a Booth Display Contest where visitors can vote for their favorite booth display, but keep in mind the voting is only until 5:00 PM. There will also be a Photography Contest where doll-hobbyists can participate and showcase […]
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  • Makati
  • Bazaar
  • Games, Contest & Tournament

    • Steve Aoki Returns to Manila In October!

    Steve Aoki finally makes his return to Manila to rock everybody’s world as he is slated to perform on October 16, 2015 at the Palace Pool Club. – – The Japanese-American DJ and producer is considered as one of the top electro house musician worldwide, he has also founded Dim Mak Records, and has collaborated with various high-profile artists such as will.i.am, LMFAO, and Iggy Azalea. Aoki launched his debut studio album in 2013 entitled Wonderland and has been nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Album, he has recently released his two-part album series Neon Future. Catch Aoki create magical beats that will rock your world as he […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Concert

    • Manila’s 1st Picnic Pop-Up

    – Gone are the days of hanging out in the backyard, lying on the grass while basking under the sun or just simply playing around outside the streets with your good ol’ neighbors who, like you, have grown and aged as time went by, and slowly, have adapted to the urban jungle the Metro has become. Well, some guys decided to bring back these precious moments to life once again! CAPTIVATE MANILA captivates our aged souls by organizing Manila’s 1st Picnic Pop-up happening at Burgos Park at Bonifacio Global City on August 15 from 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The event lets you experience fun the way it was when […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Art & Fashion Show
  • Games, Contest & Tournament
  • Workshops, Classes & Seminars

    • Cinemalaya Film Festival 2015

    The long wait for Cinemalaya 2015 will finally be over, the film festival is set to run from August 7 – 15, 2015 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines and other festival venues. The short film category will be the highlight of the film festival this year with Cinemalaya Foundation picking ten finalists for the short film category out of 150 entries. The ten finalists in the Short film category are: – – The winner of the short film category will receive PHP 150,000 cash prize. There will be no full-length feature category this year but will resume for Cinemalaya 2016 scheduled on August 5-14, 2016 although there will […]
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  • CCP Complex
  • Film Festival

    • Andrea O. Veneracion International Chorale Festival at the CCP

    Photo credit: Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Festival Facebook – A total of 16 international and local choirs will be gathered for the 2nd Andrea O. Veneracion International Chorale Festival at the Cultural Center of the Philippines on July 22- 26, 2015. The Andrea O. Veneracion International Chorale Festival competition showcases choirs for the following categories: Folk Song, Vocal Ensemble, and Chamber Choir. Each category will be judged by an international jury of conductors namely Andre van der Merwe, conductor for Stellenbosch University Choir in Cape Town, South Africa; Brad Allred, conductor Salt Lake Choral Artists in Utah, USA; Silvana Vallesi, conductor to Coro Universidad de Mendoza in Argentina with […]
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  • CCP Complex
  • Concert
  • Festival
  • Games, Contest & Tournament

    • Madonna Meets Manila On February 24

    Photo from madonna.com – For the first time ever, the music icon Madonna is set to land on Philippine soil on February 24, 2016 to hold a one-night-only-concert at Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena. The global pop star has recently released her album Rebel Heart with singles, “Living for Love,” and “Ghostown” has reached # 1 on Billboard Dance Charts. The MNL concert is part of Madonna’s upcoming Rebel Heart Tour which begins at Montreal, Canada this September. Tickets for the concert goes on sale on Sunday, July 26 at 10 AM at any SM ticket outlet. Members of Icon, the official fan club of Madonna, will receive a special […]
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  • Mall of Asia Arena
  • Concert

    • Saturday Market X Future Market at Escolta

    Discover history and a different kind of shopping this coming Saturday! This coming Saturday July 18, break the long weekend boredom by dropping by Saturday Market X Future Market to be held on Escolta Street! The response of creative individuals to consumerism and mass production, the Saturday Market X Future Market is “a bazaar, garage sale, thrift shop, black market and meeting place. Artists, craft makers, designers and hoarders sell their wares: from artworks, limited edition or hand-made clothes, bags, jewelry, accessories, toys, zines, CDs, stickers, second-hand, vintage to unwanted things.” – perfect if you’re in the mood for a unique experience of buying unique purchases! Experience shopping in Manila […]
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  • Manila
  • Bazaar