Halloween is about to become an action-packed quest as Rockwell invites young masters to step into the ultimate training academy for little kids who seek adventure! This October 25 at The Fifth at Rockwell, the young masters must unleash their powers, conquer thrilling challenges, and restore balance to the world.
Journey through the four forces of nature: test your strength with Earth, flow through Water, unleash the energy of Fire, and soar with the freedom of Air. Complete the quest and unlock exciting tricks and treats from The Magicians and Nutty Scientists. Lastly, show off your powers in a fired-up dance session with Wushu Arena.
Wear your best Halloween costume, trust your instincts, and get ready for an unforgettable quest.
How to join the Masters of the Elements
Each child participating in the Halloween activities will be required to have an Elemental Training Kit that serves as an All Access Pass. Pre-order your Elemental Training Kit on shop.TheRockwellist.com.
The kit includes the following:
One (1) Participant ID
Two (2) Companion Wristbands
One (1) Young Master’s Loot Bag Pass
One (1) Photobooth Pass
Five (5) Activity Passes
All Elemental Training Kits will be available for claiming during mall hours beginning October 16 to October 24, 2026 at The Rockwellist Pop-up (R1 Level, Power Plant Mall). Kindly present your order confirmation email upon claiming. There will be no deliveries made for the Elemental Training Kit.
Event loot bags will only be available for claiming upon registration on the event day, October 25, 2026, using the Young Master’s Loot Bag Pass found inside the Elemental Training Kit.
Make sure to bring your Elemental Training Kit and its contents to be able to join the activities.
ASUS Philippines today announced the latest ASUS Zenbook 14, an ultraportable laptop designed to complement users’ lifestyles and ambitions. Available with Intel (UX3480AA), AMD (UX3480KA), and Snapdragon (UX3480QA) processors, the new lineup combines Zenbook-exclusive Ceraluminum craftsmanship in eye-catching new colors with AI-powered performance and a sleek, lightweight design.
“The goal isn’t perfection. The goal is to help the laptop age better over time,” said Rachelle Lozares, Consumer Notebook Product Marketing Lead at ASUS Philippines. At the heart of the new Zenbook 14 is a simple philosophy: great design is not about adding more – it’s about refining what matters.
Thinner, lighter, and stronger, the Zenbook 14 is built with longevity in mind, designed to retain its premium look and feel over time and remain a lasting companion as users’ needs and lifestyles evolve. Today’s laptop is more than a productivity tool; it’s a companion that reflects individual style and identity, with new colorways designed to make that experience distinctly personal.
The Zenbook 14 is also intended for mobility without compromise in mind, weighing as little as 1.1kg to make it easy to bring from one setting to another without sacrificing performance. Its slim, refined form combines nature-inspired elegance with durability, while all-day battery life helps users stay productive throughout the day. Smooth multitasking, AI-powered performance, an available vivid 16:10 OLED display, dual speakers, and full I/O ensure that work, entertainment, and everything in between remain within reach.
The Art of Mobility without Compromise
Designed for modern Filipinos who work, learn, and connect from anywhere, ASUS Zenbook 14 balances premium craftsmanship with effortless mobility. Weighing as light as 1.1kg and housed in a durable all-metal chassis, the laptop is built to move seamlessly between classrooms, offices, cafés, and travel destinations.
The lid is crafted from ASUS-exclusive Ceraluminum, a high-tech material that delivers exceptional durability while creating a distinctive ceramic-like tactile experience. The new generation of Zenbook 14 introduces three nature-inspired colorways – Arctic Blue, Komodo Coral, and Zabriskie Beige – bringing personality and self-expression to premium computing. Engineered to resist scratches, smudges, and everyday wear, Ceraluminum transforms the laptop from a productivity tool into an object users will genuinely enjoy carrying and using every day.
Combined with up to 33 hours of battery life, fast charging capabilities, and a compact USB-C charger that can also power other everyday devices, Zenbook 14 is designed to keep pace with life on the move.
Intelligence in every interaction
ASUS offers the Zenbook 14 across three distinct processor platforms, each certified as a Copilot+ PC featuring dedicated NPUs delivering up to 50 TOPS AI performance:
Zenbook 14 UX3480AA: up to Intel Core Ultra 9 Series 3 processors with up to a 50 TOPS NPU
Zenbook 14 UX3480KA: up to an AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 processor with a 50 TOPS NPU
Zenbook 14 UX3480QA: Snapdragon X processor with a 45 TOPS NPU
Each model is designed to support AI-enhanced experiences, helping users browse, create, collaborate, and multitask more efficiently. From AI-assisted productivity tools to intelligent search, content creation, and Copilot+ PC experiences, Zenbook 14 brings powerful AI capabilities into everyday workflows.
Designed for smooth, sustained performance, the improved thermal system uses a larger fan and refined airflow to move heat away more efficiently, maintaining quiet and comfortable operation throughout the day. Added dust protection helps maintain consistent operation, and the system supports up to a 35W TDP, a 25% increase over the previous generation.
See More, Connect All
ASUS Zenbook 14 is designed around the belief that the best technology should feel effortless. It features a vibrant ASUS OLED display with a spacious 16:10 aspect ratio and up to 89% screen-to-body ratio, giving users more room to focus, create, and consume content. Local configurations offer stunning ASUS OLED display for exceptional visual clarity and smoothness.
Dual speakers enhanced with Dolby Atmosdeliver immersive audio, while a larger smart-gesture touchpad and comfortable backlit keyboard create a more intuitive interaction experience.
For enhanced on-the-go connectivity, every Zenbook 14 includes a comprehensive set of I/O ports, including USB-C, USB Type-A, HDMI, and an audio combo jack. This effectively eliminates the need for dongles in everyday use, making it easy to connect to any peripheral.
The new ASUS Zenbook 14 delivers a signature combination of refined design, intelligent performance, and thoughtful usability, making it an ideal entry point into on-the-go computing for the new mobile generation. It offers premium design without the premium price tag, and it feels as good as it performs.
Best Paired with the new ASUS ZenMouse MD202
The ZenMouse MD202 is a refined wireless mouse featuring a premium Ceraluminum top cover designed to match perfectly with the Zenbook series. Available in Moher Gray and Scandinavian White, its ceramic-like finish delivers a distinctive tactile feel while resisting wear, scratches, shocks, and smudges. The ZenMouse also features dual-mode Bluetooth and 2.4GHz connectivity, supporting up to four devices simultaneously, while its Track-on-Glass sensor enables precise tracking across a wide range of surfaces.
Designed for seamless productivity, the ZenMouse combines long-lasting performance with extensive customization. Its rechargeable battery provides up to seven months of use, while USB-C fast charging delivers up to 16 hours of use from just one minute of charging. Through the MyASUS app, users can assign shortcuts for frequently used functions and customize mouse sensitivity from 800 to 4200dpi, allowing the ZenMouse to adapt to different workflows and tasks.
Starting October 7, the latest ASUS Zenbook 14 (UX3480) series will be available in the Philippines in three CPU configurations: Intel and AMD in Arctic Blue and Snapdragon in Komodo Coral. The Snapdragon in Zabriskie Beige will follow later this Q4 2026.
The Intel configuration starts at an introductory price of PHP 106,995, while the AMD configuration starts at PHP 86,995. The Snapdragon configuration is introduced at PHP 76,995.
The new lineup will be available nationwide at officialASUS Exclusive Stores. Every unit comes bundled with the ASUS No. 1 Quality and Service Package, an ASUS laptop sleeve, a lifetime license of Office 2024 Home, a free 1-year Microsoft 365 Basic subscription with 100GB of cloud storage, up to 700GB of ASUS Cloud Storage, and 3 months of Google AI Pro.
Starting mid-October, the ZenMouse MD202 will be available exclusively at ASUS Exclusive Stores in Moher Gray and Scandinavian White for PHP 4,995.
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In almost every Filipino household, moms are the ultimate caregivers. They wake up early to prepare meals, manage tight budgets, and make sure everyone is ready for school or work. Yet when it comes to their own health, many moms do something heartbreakingly common—they brush off pain and delay doctor visits to save money.
This pervasive tiis-sakit mentality often leaves families vulnerable, as minor symptoms can escalate into serious medical emergencies that lead to unexpected expenses.
To help break this cycle, iCare has partnered with host, actress, and ultimate Wais Mom Melai Cantiveros-Francisco as the new face of its iCare Prepaid Cards. Together, they are changing the way Filipinos think about healthcare—not as an expensive luxury, but as an affordable and essential part of everyday family life.
Known for her infectious humor and practical wisdom, Melai candidly shares how her perspective on healthcare changed when she became a mother to her two daughters.
“Nung nagkaanak na ako, naging open na ako sa HMO kasi doble na ang iniisip namin. Hindi mo na kailangang hintayin na magkasakit kayong lahat sa pamilya bago kayo magpatingin sa ospital,” she shared. “Panatag ka na dalhin sa ospital ang pamilya mo nang hindi nangungutang. Sobra akong happy na nag-a-adjust ang iCare para sa masa.”
For years, quality healthcare coverage was viewed as a benefit reserved for corporate employees or individuals with substantial savings. iCare is changing that by offering affordable, prepaid HMO plans that eliminate long-term commitments, expensive premiums, and complicated paperwork.
“Yung goal ng iCare is to be stress-free para sa mga magulang at sa mga tao kapag nag-oospital. Hindi ka na ma-stress kapag bayaran na ng hospital bills,” Melai added.
Quality Healthcare Starting at Just ₱100
iCare’s prepaid HMO plans give Filipinos an easy and affordable way to access quality healthcare without breaking the bank. With a one-time payment, customers can choose the coverage that best fits their needs—from emergency room (ER) treatment to inpatient confinement.
The ER Care Choice plan, starting at just ₱100, provides short-term coverage for emergency room treatment and confinement due to accidents and viral or bacterial illnesses. Meanwhile, the K12 Health Cover/Dengue Flex plan, starting at ₱500, provides up to ₱50,000 worth of outpatient and inpatient coverage for emergency cases caused by dengue, leptospirosis, and COVID-19.
All prepaid HMO plans can be used across iCare’s extensive network of more than 2,000 partner hospitals and clinics and over 50,000 accredited doctors nationwide.
Say YES to Better Health Today
When every member of the family is healthy, they can focus on what truly matters—studying, working, and creating meaningful moments together. Melai treasures every opportunity to bond with her daughters, whether it’s playing pickleball or enjoying movie nights at home.
Like many Filipino moms, Melai’s love for her family means always giving them the very best. Despite her busy schedule, she makes time for her husband and daughters—and plans ahead with iCare so they can receive quality healthcare whenever they need it.
“Hindi na pwedeng papetiks-petiks ka at hindi ka maghanda kapag may tao ka nang under your responsibility. Dapat lahat ng best for them, always mo talagang ibibigay,” Melai said.
For too long, many Filipinos have delayed seeking medical care because they believed healthcare was beyond their means. But protecting your family’s health shouldn’t have to wait until an emergency happens.
With iCare’s prepaid HMO plans, more Filipino families can break the cycle of ignoring symptoms and putting off essential medical care. Protecting loved ones from sickness and high medical bills is now easier than ever.
Challenge the tiis-sakit mentality and give your family the protection they deserve. With iCare Prepaid Cards starting at just ₱100, peace of mind is truly within your reach. Say YES to better health today! To learn more about iCare Prepaid Cards and find the plan that’s right for you and your family, visitwww.icare.com.ph.
In 2025, Marit Larsen and Marion Ravn gave M2M the ending the duo never got: the first headlining tour of their career that sold out across Asia and numerous countries around the world. Now comes TWO, a brand new global tour that will start in March 2027 in Singapore, Manila, Hong Kong, Jakarta, and reaching Mexico. MANILA will be on April 2, 2027 at the Araneta Coliseum. Tickets will go on-sale on Saturday, October 24 at 10AM via TicketNet.com.ph and TicketNet outlets nationwide. Presented by Wilbros Live.
“The Better Endings Tour exceeded our wildest dreams. We had no idea how full those rooms would be, or how natural and beautiful it would feel to get the band back together, hearing thousands of people singing these songs at the top of their lungs,” says Marit Larsen. “What was dreamt up as just that – a better ending – ended up sparking a whole new thing that we can’t help wanting to investigate further. I think we both knew, sitting on the floor backstage after our last show, that we had to keep going.”
TWO is built on the songs that made M2M a global phenomenon – “Don’t Say You Love Me”, “Mirror Mirror”, “Pretty Boy” and “The Day You Went Away” among them. But anyone expecting a repeat of 2025 will be surprised. The show has been reworked and reimagined, and will include new songs.
“In this new chapter, we dive deeper into what merging two very connected, yet undeniably different souls and songwriters can mean. We continue to bring different elements to the table, as we always have, but it turns out this time around our shared vision keeps pulling us towards each other. There is some magic there,” says Marion Ravn.
The name says it all: two childhood friends from Lørenskog, Norway, who found worldwide success as teenagers, went their separate ways and found their way back to each other. A second tour. And, for the fans who missed out last time, a second chance.
“At last, it feels like we’re writing the rest of our story together, side by side, the TWO of us.”
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De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), through its School of Arts, Culture and Performance (SACP) proudly announces the upcoming theatrical production of REX.
Scheduled to run from November 12 to 22, 2026 at the Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater in Circuit Makati, REX exemplifies Benilde’s commitment to community-driven, socially relevant theater-making.
REX is a multi-sectoral institutional collaboration bringing together Benildean students, faculty, alumni, and industry professionals.
The production bridges diverse academic programs across the college—including Theater Arts, Production Design, Dance, Music Production, Multimedia Arts, Photography, and Creative Industries Management—demonstrating how academic learning integrates with professional stagecraft.
A Benildean Lens on Timeless Realities
Written by Palanca Hall of Famer and faculty of Digital Film in DLS-CSB, Joshua Lim So, and directed by acclaimed director, set designer, and chair of the Theater Arts program DLS-CSB, Tuxqs Rutaquio, REX adapts Sophocles’s ancient tragedy Oedipus Rex into a contemporary Filipino context.
The production shifts the classical narrative from a divine plague to the pressing social crises facing modern Filipino communities: flood control failures, questionable public infrastructure, and political dynasties.
Set in the city of Tebes,
The story follows the Po family and their company, St. Paul the Apostle Constructions, as torrential rains leave over a hundred citizens dead. As the household attempts to protect its interests, long-buried truths emerge, exposing how systemic corruption swallowing leaders leads to collective tragedy.
Institutional Synergy and Artistic Leadership
The creative execution features design and artistic contributions from Benilde faculty and alumni, including Movement Designer Christine Crame (Dance), Lighting Designer Jose Joaquin Aranda (Theater Arts), Sound Designer and Engineer TJ Martinez (Music Production faculty and alumnus), Costume Designer Phillip Domingo (Production Design alumnus), and Projection Designer Ces Valera (Production Design faculty and alumna).
The production is spearheaded by a dedicated Benildean leadership team, including Project Manager Baha Vergara (Theater Arts), Production Manager Irene Romero (Theater Arts alumna), Deputy Production Manager Hazel Gutierrez-Marges (Theater Arts), Marketing & Promotions Manager Erri Rojo (Creative Industries Management), Stage Manager Kate Loreno (Theater Arts alumna), Deputy Stage Manager Axl Fernandez, Technical Director Renz Sevilla, Asst. Technical Director Dexter Sy.
Complementing the student actors from the BA Theater Arts program of DLS-CSB are veteran actors Eula Valdez and Martin Del Rosario, leading the ensemble.
This marks their onstage reunion 12 years after both earned Gawad Urian awards for their performances in the critically acclaimed independent film Dagitab (2014).
Joining them are professional actors Bong Cabrera (Theater Arts faculty), Sheryll Ceasico, Emilio Macabantad (Theater Arts alumnus), and EJ Jallorina.
Jallorina—a Goin’ Bulilit alumna playing a trans woman character—continues her advocacy for authentic queer representation and for breaking media stereotypes on stage.
Together, the ensemble will deliver a performance that will highlight both student talent and seasoned craft.
Schedule & Ticketing Details
The production has a total running time of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. Venue: Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater, Circuit Makati Performance Dates: November 12–15 & November 19–22, 2026
Opening / Press Night:
Nov 12 (7:00 PM) Gala Night: Nov 13 (7:00 PM) Weekend & Matinee Shows: Nov 14, 15, 21, 22 (2:00 PM & 7:00 PM) | Nov 19, 20 (7:00 PM)
Seating Capacity (300 Seats Total):
Trono ni Rex (VIP Center Elevated Bleachers) Tanaw ng Tebes (Front Floor Level) Sa Gilid ng Lihim (Side Seating)
Ticketing: Open to the general public, as well as Benilde students, faculty, and alumni.
Tickets are available online via Ticket2Me.net.
Ticket claims begin 1 hour before showtime; doors open 30 minutes prior.
For more details on DLS-CSB theatrical productions and institutional updates, follow Benilde Arts on Facebook (facebook.com/benildearts) and Instagram (@benildearts)[cite: 5].
Manila-based Filipino actor Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante will play Sandra, a leading member of the Cornley Drama Society who takes on the role of Florence Colleymoore in the company’s increasingly disastrous 1920s murder mystery. She joins principal cast members from Britain, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States, bringing together a company of performers from five countries for the Manila season.
She will be joined by Tom Babbage (Chris), Owen Jenkins (Robert, West End), Sebastiano Pitruzzello (Max, 2025 Australia and New Zealand 10th Anniversary Tour), Liam Horrigan (Jonathan, West End and UK tour), Tom Hayward (Dennis), Olivia Charalambous (Annie, Australia and New Zealand), Jake Curran (Trevor, West End) and Stephanie Astrid (female understudy, Sandra at the Sydney Opera House). The production is directed by Hannah Sharkey.
Carlos Candal, CEO and Founder of GMG Productions, on assembling a global cast:
“For GMG Productions, this casting is deeply personal. Seeing Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante, a Filipino artist of extraordinary calibre, who was also a member of our Filipino-led production of Come From Away, and who brings such a hilarious, unhinged spirit to the stage, stepping into one of theatre’s most iconic roles fills us with pride. Bringing her together with world-class performers from Britain, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States is exactly what we set out to do when we founded GMG: to give Filipino audiences the chance to experience theatre at the highest level, with one of our own shining at its heart.
If this company were any more international, we’d need subtitles; luckily, the chaos of THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG needs no translation at all.”
Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante has spent over a decade onstage, making her professional debut in 2011 as Liesl in Resorts World Manila’s The Sound of Music. Since then, she has taken on a diverse range of roles, including Carrie in Carrie the Musical, Barbara Smith in Run for Your Wife, Annette in the Asian tour of Saturday Night Fever, Medium Alison in Fun Home, Lauren in Kinky Boots, Cynthia Weil in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and Johanna in Sweeney Todd. Most recently, she portrayed Carrie Pipperidge in Repertory Philippines’ Carousel, earning her first Gawad Buhay Award for Female Featured Performance in a Musical.
Awarded the 2014 WhatsOnStage Award for Best New Comedy, the 2015 Olivier Award for Best New Comedy and a Tony AwardⓇ for its Broadway transfer, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG has grown from a first performance at The Old Red Lion 10 years ago—attended by just four paying customers—to a global phenomenon now playing in over 30 countries and seen by more than two million people. Created by Mischief’s Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer and Henry Shields, the award-winning smash-hit comedy continues to delight audiences in the West End and around the world, arriving in Manila as part of its international journey following acclaimed runs in more than 50 countries over the past decade.
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG follows the Cornley Drama Society as it attempts to stage The Murder at Haversham Manor, a 1920s murder mystery. But as opening night unfolds, everything that can go wrong does: the set collapses, props disappear, cues are missed, lines are forgotten and the performers must battle on through escalating chaos.
Tickets for THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, playing at The Theatre at Solaire from November 6 to 22, 2026, are available through ticketworld.com.ph. For updates and exclusive announcements, visit www.gmg-productions.com or follow @gmg.productions
ABOUT THE CAST
Tom Babbage as Chris
Originally from Somerset, Tom trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. His theatre credits include Murder for Two (SJT and Bolton Octagon), The Little Mermaid (Watermill), The Two Gentlemen of Verona (RSC), Putting it Together (Playground Theatre/Salisbury Celebrate Voice), Fun at the Beach Romp-Bomp-A-Lomp!! (Southwark Playhouse), The Fair Maid of the West (RSC), The Motive and the Cue(National Theatre), Boundless as the Sea and Miss Littlewood (RSC/Cunard), Cluedo (UK premiere and tour), The Play That Goes Wrong (UK Tour and West End – Duchess Theatre), Peter Pan Goes Wrong (UK Tour), The Wizard of Oz (Brewhouse Theatre Taunton), Toys – The Musical(CityWalk Dubai), The Garden (Tristan Bates Theatre), Around the World in Eighty Days (Brewhouse Theatre Taunton), Arianna in Creta (Royal College of Music), and Widows and Children First! (Jermyn Street Theatre).
His film and television work includes Amandaland (BBC), The Candidate, Memories: Brothers – A Lasting Legacy, Beauty, Spaceboy, Brief Intermission, Easy Ride (music video), and Cracking Shakespeare (educational film).
Workshop credits include Cockfosters (Riverside Studios), Caroline: A New Musical (NT Studios), The Two Gentlemen of Verona (RSC), That Bastard, Puccini! (RJG Productions), Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badgers Drift (Nicholson Green Productions), a confidential RSC workshop, Iolanthe (JB Theatre Productions Ltd), Legends of Arahma (Central Studio, QMC), Bedbug and Featherboy (both National Theatre), and The Wall (Pink Floyd and Complicité, directed by Simon McBurney).
Tom is also an established voiceover artist, working across video games, commercials, podcasts, and audiobooks for publishers including HarperCollins, Macmillan, and Bloomsbury; his 2025 recording of Tiny Hercules has been shortlisted for “Best Children’s Audiobook” at the British Audio Awards.
Owen Jenkins as Robert
Owen trained at The Oxford School of Drama. His theatre credits include The Play That Goes Wrong (West End), The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy (Riverside Studios), Doctor Who: Time Fracture (Immersive Everywhere/BBC), David Walliams’ The First Hippo on the Moon(International Tour), An Enemy of the People, David Baddiel’s Animalcom, and One Duck Down (UK Tours), as well as Stranger Things and Wishmas (Secret Cinema), The Jolly Christmas Postman (Oxford Playhouse), Raymond Briggs’ The Bear (Birmingham MAC), The Game’s Afoot, and The Marvellous Imaginary Menagerie (Les Enfants Terribles). His screen credits include Milk (Blue Ethel) and Trickle (Ravanburn).
Owen is also a director, writer, and voice-over artist. He is an Artistic Director and writer for award-winning theatre company FacePlant Theatre and co-creator of critically acclaimed audio series At Your Peril.
Sebastiano Pitruzzello as Max
Following the 2025 Australia & New Zealand 10th Anniversary Tour of The Play That Goes Wrong, Sebastiano returns to his professional theatre debut role as Max. His previous credits include the Australian premieres of STOP/OVER (Three Fates Theatre) and BACON (Melbourne Fringe 2023). He graduated from Federation University Arts Academy in 2019.
Liam Horrigan as Jonathan
Liam is an actor and writer from Essex who trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. His theatre credits include The Play That Goes Wrong (West End and UK Tour), Cluedo and Cluedo 2 (UK Tours), Haywire (The Barn Theatre), Cockfosters (Southwark Playhouse), Ben Hur (Barn Theatre), The Devils (Embassy Theatre), and A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Webber Douglas Studio). His audio credits include The Queen Philippa (2handers/BBC) and DMs Are Open (BBC Studios), and his film credit is Third Bench on the Left (CPO Productions).
Liam is also a co-host of the award-nominated podcast You’re On Tonight, which explores the experiences of actors, understudies, and swings stepping onstage at the last minute.
Tom Hayward as Dennis
Tom Hayward is an emerging performer from Wellington, New Zealand. In 2023, he completed his Bachelor of Creativity in acting for stage and screen at Te Auaha. That same year, he performed in the HATCH showcase for TAHI (New Zealand Festival of Solo Performance), where he demonstrated his skills as a comedic actor and playwright.
Last year, Tom made his professional theatrical debut, playing Dennis in the Australia and New Zealand tour of The Play That Goes Wrong. He is now excited to jump back into that same world to help bring the joy of Mischief Theatre to a brand-new audience.
Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante as Sandra
Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante is a Manila-based actor, singer, and host with over 15 years of experience on stage. Most recently, she played the Baker’s Wife in Theatre Group Asia’s sold-out and critically acclaimed production of Into the Woods. She also portrayed Antonia in Repertory Philippines’ Man of La Mancha and Raquel in Barefoot Theatre Collaborative’s Anthropology.
Her theatre credits include Carrie Pipperidge in Repertory Philippines’ Carousel, for which she received the Gawad Buhay Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Musical, as well as Medium Alison in Fun Home, Carrie in Carrie the Musical, Barbara Smith in Run for Your Wife, Annette in Saturday Night Fever the Musical (Manila, Malaysia, and Singapore), Lauren in Kinky Boots, Una in Blackbird, Cynthia Weil in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and Johanna in Sweeney Todd (Manila and Singapore).
Olivia Charalambous as Annie
an Australian actor and director who graduated from the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) with a Bachelor of Dramatic Art (Acting) in 2013. Her selected performance credits include Les Misérables (10th Anniversary Production, Cameron Mackintosh), Spring Awakening (Original Australian Cast, Sydney Theatre Company), Puffs (Original Australian Cast, TEG/LifeLike Touring), Young Frankenstein (Hayes Theatre Co), and Hamlet: Prince of Skidmark (The Listies/Critical Stages/Sydney Theatre Company).
Her directing credits include Disney’s Camp Rock, Skank Sinatra, Between the Lines JR, Pursuing Pleasure, Spring Awakening, The Understudy, Carrie: The Musical, and Zoë’s Killer Instinct. She recently launched The OC Project, a Melbourne-based company delivering performance-based workshops for corporate and education settings, alongside directing and creative development for live performance.
Olivia returns to the Mischief family as Annie in The Play That Goes Wrong, having previously performed the role throughout Australia and New Zealand in 2015.
Jake Curran as Trevor
Trained at Drama Centre London, Jake Curran’s credits include: film roles in Clayface (2026), Over Your Dead Body (2026), The Owners (2020), Maze Runner: Death Cure (2018), Journey’s End (2018), Fury (2014), Robin Hood (2010), Wrong Turn 3 (2009), Stardust (2007), The New World(2005), and Oliver Twist (2005).
Television appearances in Harry Potter (2026), Robin Hood (2025), EastEnders (2022), The Confessions of Frannie Langton (2021), Gangs of London (2021), Spotless (2015), Whitechapel (2013), Murder on the Homefront (2013), Mayday (2013), Inspector Lewis (2012), Doctors (2011), Summer in Transylvania (2011), Waking the Dead (2011), Criminal Justice (2008), Primeval (2007), Casualty (2003, 2013), The Bill (1998, 2004), The Demon Headmaster (1996), and Grange Hill (1995).
Theatre work in The Play That Goes Wrong (2018, 2019), Christie in Love (2016), A Haunting (World Premiere, 2016), The Young Visitors(2016), Noonday Demons (2015), Fred and Madge (World Premiere, 2014), The Boy Who Cried (2014), and Diary of a Nobody (2014, 2015, 2017); and short films including Boom Chicks (2026), Lily’s House (2026), Lazar (2025), Egg (2025), Full Tank (2025), The Regent (2025), Thou Shalt Not See (2024), Undercurrents (2023), The Ceiling (2022) (Winner of Best Ensemble Award at The World Indie Film Awards), The Moth(2021), The Anchor (2011), Dirt (2011), and Ribbon (2010). Jake is also the writer/director of the films The Psychedelic Biker Killings and Twindrome.
Stuart Vincent, Understudy
Stuart Vincent is a British mixed-heritage actor and professional hip-hop dancer. His theatre credits include the West End production of The Play That Goes Wrong and the lead role of Amir in the UK and Ireland tour of The Kite Runner. On screen, he has appeared as Ross in the BBC soap opera EastEnders, Terry in the feature film When the Screaming Starts, and Cem in Good Luck, an award-winning short film written and directed by BAFTA Award-winning filmmaker Franz Böhm. Alongside his acting career, Stuart brings over 16 years of professional hip-hop dance experience, contributing to his dynamic physicality and commanding stage presence.
Tom Bulpett, Male Understudy
Tom trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. His theatre credits include The Grapes of Wrath (National Theatre), The Play That Goes Wrong (West End), Macbeth (Chichester Festival Theatre), The Importance of Being…Earnest? (UK Tour), The Burial at Thebes (RCSSD), Seahorse (Theatre 503), and Road (Warwick Arts Centre). His screen credits include Dept. Q (Netflix), Casualty (BBC), The Mummy (Universal Pictures), Quiz (ITV), and Father Brown (BBC).
Stephanie Astrid, Female Understudy
A Green Room Award-winning performer, most recently known for playing Sandra in The Play That Goes Wrong. Her theatre credits include Viola in Twelfth Night (Melbourne Shakespeare Company), Queen Angelica in The Grinning Man, Miss Thorn in Ruthless!, Pam in 50 Shades!, Joyce Byers in Stranger Sings, Genevieve Gryffindor in Voldemort and the Teenage Hogwarts, and Stephanie Necrophorous in NINE. She has also performed in the Australian premiere of Midnight: The Cinderella Musical and Disney’s My Son Pinocchio.
Her voiceover credits include Trudie Poodle in The Underdogs podcast and S.A.M.A.N.T.H.A in Busy Bodies with Mr Snotbottom, winner of Best Kid’s Podcast at the 2023 Australian Podcast Awards. She is represented by Ian White Management.
Hannah Sharkey, Director
Hannah trained at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and was one of twelve directors selected for Stonecrabs’ Emerging Directors Programme in 2014, where she was marked “One to Watch.” She is currently Director of Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle for Virgin Voyages, having previously directed the West End, Off-Broadway, UK tour, and Edinburgh productions.
Hannah was previously Associate Director on Magic Goes Wrong in the West End and Resident Director on the West End production of The Play That Goes Wrong, as well as Director of the Portuguese and Mexican replica productions.
Other directing credits include Cinderella (Theatre Royal Bath/UK Productions), Nomad (The Soho Theatre Young Company at Edinburgh Fringe), Storms (The Vaults), and Low Level Panic (The Albany Theatre).
Johnson’s Mombassadors, content creator Lottie Bie and beauty queen Samantha Bernardo, recently gained a new understanding of something they now have to navigate as first-time moms: caring for their babies’ skin.
Through firsthand experience with the science, they learned that newborn skin, unlike adult skin, loses moisture faster, making it more prone to dryness and irritation. Family bar soap may seem sufficient or convenient for bath time, but babies need a range of bath and lotion products formulated to protect their delicate newborn skin.
It’s one of the many things first-time moms have to learn along the way. After all, they’re often bombarded with an endless stream of advice: the dos and don’ts, signs to watch out for, and products to use. As they say, there’s no manual for motherhood. The good thing is that Johnson’s Baby is there to help moms along the way, educating them on how to preserve their baby’s soft, healthy-looking skin, perfect for every pisil and gigil.
Hydration is protection
This is where a mother’s instinctive touch meets science.
At the recent “Johnson’s Baby HaploScience: Proving the Power of Gentle Care” event, held on Oct. 9 at LEAP Studios in Makati City, moms got a closer look at the science behind gentle newborn care through immersive experiments, interactive activities, and research presentations.
According to Neha Sahatpure, Kenvue Research & Development Scientist, “The biggest misconception is that a baby’s skin is the same as an adult’s skin and that babies can use the same products.” For the first time, Johnson’s Baby brought moms closer to the products by highlighting their safety and gentleness, superior hydration and moisturization, and gentle cleansing properties through fun experiments.
Doctors and nurses also shared baby-care tips, promoting the right regimen of cleansing, moisturizing, and massaging with Johnson’s Baby. They debunked common newborn skincare misconceptions and answered questions from moms, including why the products they use on their own skin may not necessarily be suitable for a newborn’s.
The brand also launched the new formulation of the Johnson’s Baby Milk+Rice Bath & Lotion regimen, which provides 72-hour hydration. The formulation contains milk proteins, rice extracts, Vitamin B5, and is now enriched with aloe vera.
With more than 132 years of expertise in baby care, Johnson’s Baby, the no. 1 baby-care brand prescribed by doctors, has continued to develop products specifically formulated for babies’ delicate skin. With its latest formulation upgrade, the brand continues to fulfill its promise of providing gentle care.
What moms learned
Samantha Bernardo and Lottie Bie, Johnson’s Baby’s new “Mombassadors,” said the experience made them rethink some of their own assumptions about newborn skincare.
“I didn’t realize before how quickly newborn skin can lose moisture. I always thought that a newborn’s skin was naturally healthy as is and didn’t need any additional care. That’s why I hardly used products on my baby before,” Lottie said. “Sometimes, we think that what we normally use at home, like family soap, will do. Now, I’m more conscious about choosing products that are specially formulated for babies because some family products contain harsh ingredients that may damage a newborn’s skin.”
Meanwhile, motherhood has taught Samantha Bernardo that preparation can only take you so far.
“I have always been used to preparing for different things in my career, but motherhood is definitely one experience you can’t really prepare for,” Samantha Bernardo said. “There are always new things to learn, and knowing why a baby’s skin needs extra attention helps me make better choices.”
Johnson’s Mompreneur Affiliate Program
Being a mom is tough, even more so in this challenging economy. But moms don’t have to figure everything out on their own, thanks to Johnson’s Baby.
Johnson’s Baby proudly launches its Mompreneur Program, a community where mothers can learn how to care for their babies, connect with fellow moms, and earn more for their families.
According to Samantha Onglatco, Brand Manager for Baby Care at Kenvue Philippines, “The Johnson’s Mompreneur community gives moms access not only to baby-care tips, but also to useful skills that can help them create content and earn through social commerce platforms. We have connected mothers with resources, such as training sessions and workshops, to help them grow their content creation skills.” The program also supports aspiring mompreneurs through content creation and affiliate opportunities that can provide additional sources of income.
For mothers who may already feel overwhelmed by childcare and everyday economic pressures, the community aims to offer information, support, and inspiration to help them grow.Indeed, motherhood may not come with a manual. But having the science to understand what their babies need, products formulated to address those needs, and a community they can turn to can help moms make everyday choices with greater confidence. That leaves plenty more room for cuddling, kissing, and all that gigil, from the very first haplos to all the little moments that follow.
PUMA continues to strengthen its presence in global motorsport by bridging high-speed racing with everyday street culture. To bring this dynamic energy closer to the local audience, PUMA hosted a delegation of Filipino celebrities and influencers in Singapore on October 7 for an exclusive meet-and-greet session with Formula 1 stars Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris.
From left to right: Chenee Jimenez, Derick Lauchengco, Julia Baretto, Andie Syyap, Dominique Roque, Miccolo Solis, Ruth Jimenez, Sofia Andres, Daniel Miranda, Macoy Averilla
Interactive Games with F1 Drivers
Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris
The group representing the Philippines included Julia Barretto, Dominic Roque, Macoy Averilla, Daniel Miranda, Sofia Andres, Chenee Jimenez, Derick Lauchengco, Andie Syyap, Miccolo Solis, and Ruth Jimenez.
Charles Leclerc and Dominic Roque Lando Norris and Miccolo Solis
During the exclusive session, the personalities experienced firsthand the high-energy atmosphere that defines PUMA’s F1 partnerships. Unlike a traditional viewing experience, the event’s highlight was the exclusive interactive games. Dominic Roque engaged in a game of Feather Chapteh, reminiscent of the traditional Filipino street game “sipa”, with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc. Meanwhile, professional racer Daniel Miranda and content creator Miccolo Solis teamed up for a “Guess the Time” challenge with McLaren’s Lando Norris, testing their split-second racing instincts to accurately guess when the timer stopped.
Motorsport Meets Manila Street Style
Julia BarrettoSofia Andres
This gathering created a seamless cultural crossover, showcasing how the fast-paced world of F1 connects with the Philippine lifestyle and fashion communities. During the official livestream event, Julia Barretto brought the brand’s racing collections to life by showcasing her Ferrari fit, while Sofia Andres presented an exclusive McLaren fit check. These behind-the-scenes moments and driver interactions highlight how PUMA connects the local community with global sporting icons.
Driving the Future of Racing Lifestyle
From Left to Right: Andie Syyap, Chenee Jimenez, Derick Lauchengco, Dominique Roque, Daniel Miranda, Miccolo Solis, Macoy Averilla, Ruth Jimenez
The Singapore trip served as a natural, live showcase of the PUMA x F1 aesthetic. Throughout the event, the Filipino personalities blended motorsport-inspired apparel with their own distinct streetwear styles, demonstrating the everyday versatility of PUMA’s racing collections off the track.
PUMA Philippines Representatives with Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc
As F1 continues to grow in popularity across the Philippines, PUMA ensures that fans and fashion enthusiasts alike can express their passion for the sport through authentic, stylish apparel.
Catch the PUMA x F1 Singapore Highlights
Experience the intersection of speed and style. Follow PUMA Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for exclusive behind-the-scenes highlights and updates from the Singapore meet-and-greet.
Porvenir, in partnership with ArtDirected, brings its Filipino adaptation of Tennessee Williams’ Summer and Smoke to Art Directed Studio, located at the Upper Level of Circuit Lane, next to Blackbox Theater, Ayala Malls Circuit, Makati, for eight performances on October 24–25 and 30–31, 2026.
The Circuit Makati engagement marks a new chapter for the production as it moves into a larger, 100-seat space and welcomes a new audience in Makati.
Rather than simply transferring the original staging, the company will reimagine EL FUEGO DEL ALMA for Art Directed Studio, responding to the architecture and possibilities of its new home while retaining the intimacy that defined its original run.
The production will reunite its original cast for the Circuit Makati engagement. While the staging will be adapted to the new venue, audiences can expect the same ensemble of performers who brought the characters and their stories to life during the production’s previous run.
“This invitation gives us the opportunity to discover the production again,” says director and dramaturg Mark Mirando. “EL FUEGO DEL ALMA was created in close proximity to its audience, so bringing it into a new space means asking new questions about how the audience encounters the story. More than extending the run, we want this version to belong specifically to Circuit Makati.”
Translated into Filipino by award-winning playwright Eljay Castro Deldoc and directed by Mirando, EL FUEGO DEL ALMA reimagines Tennessee Williams’ Summer and Smoke for Filipino audiences.
At the heart of the play is a struggle between the spiritual and the physical, between desire and restraint, and between the lives people are expected to lead and the lives they secretly long for.
The ARTober performances will also serve as a benefit run for Porvenir. Proceeds from the engagement will support the company’s plans to bring its work beyond Metro Manila through a regional tour.
“For us, reaching a larger audience also means looking beyond Manila,” Mirando adds. “We want this run to help us take the next step toward bringing the production to audiences in other parts of the country.”
EL FUEGO DEL ALMA runs at Art Directed Studio, Upper Level, Circuit Lane (next to Blackbox Theater), Ayala Malls Circuit, Makati.
SHOW SCHEDULE
October 24, Saturday – 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM October 25, Sunday – 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM October 30, Friday – 7:00 PM October 31, Saturday – 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 7:00 PM
TICKET INFORMATION
Early Bird tickets are priced at ₱1,000, while regular tickets are ₱1,250.
Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/EFDACircuit
EL FUEGO DEL ALMA is presented by Porvenir in partnership with ArtDirected, as part of Circuit Makati’s ARTober celebration, with Circuit Makati, ARTober, Art Directed, and Ayala Malls Circuit as event partners.
The hottest tech drop of the year is officially here, and if you’re wondering where to get the iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max with the best deals, there is only one answer: The Loop.
Pre-ordering the iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max at The Loop, whether online until October 15 or in person during the October 16 midnight launch at 20 stores nationwide, delivers far more than just a new phone. It unlocks a major upgrade with curated premium accessories, complementary lifestyle gears, bang for your buck prices, and seamless trade-in deals, making the midnight launch event an unmissable opportunity.
Elevate your everyday aesthetic right out of the box. Here’s why your iPhone 18 purchase should be at The Loop:
Pre-order to get amazing freebies (From October 2 to 15)
Every pre-order at The Loop comes with an iPhone 18 Pro Shopping Voucher worth ₱5,000. Unlike other freebies, this exclusive perk gives you the freedom to shop for any premium accessory of your choice (Apple-branded accessories excluded).
In-store pre-order allows you to snag freebies worth ₱12,880 with aniPhone 18 Pro Shopping Voucher (₱5,000), Kooduu Sensa Play Mini, powered by SOUND by JBL (₱6,990), and a LAUT Zip Pocket Wrist Strap and MagSafe Wallet (₱890).
Meanwhile, Pre-order at The Loop on Shopee (until October 15) gives you a chance to receive freebies worth ₱16,160 with an iPhone 18 Pro Shopping Voucher (₱5,000), Kooduu Sensa Play Mini (₱6,990), LAUT Zip Pocket Wrist Strap and MagSafe Wallet (₱890), Before Anything Else Flow 10K mAh Wired Powerbank (₱1,290), and Before Anything Else Flipcharm (₱1,990).
Sleep can wait: join The Loop’s Midnight Launch celebration!
Why wait when you can be among the first to unbox the iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max? The earlier you line up, the bigger the freebies such as:
The lucky 1st customer will take home the ultimate package worth ₱79,149, which includes Rokid AI Glasses (₱38,000), Polar Loop (₱12,399), Polaroid NOW+ Gen 2 (₱12,390), Insta360 Snap Selfie Screen with Light (₱5,990), JBL GO Essential 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (₱3,500), Belkin Soundform Isolate Noise Cancelling Headphones (₱2,990), Before Anything Else Flipcharm (₱1,990), and ADAM elements Vionta P5 Pro 5-in-1 Pocket Power Bank 5000mAh (₱1,890).
2nd to 10th customers: up to ₱28,759 with Polar Loop, Insta360 Snap Selfie Screen with Light, JBL GO Essential 2, Belkin Soundform Isolate, Before Anything Else Flipcharm, ADAM elements Vionta P5 Pro.
11th to 20th customers: up to ₱16,260 with JBL GO Essential 2, Belkin Soundform Clearfit Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds (₱2,890), Insta360 Snap Selfie Screen with Light, Before Anything Else Flipcharm, ADAM elements Vionta P5 Pro.
21st to 100th customers: up to ₱7,380 with JBL GO Essential 2, Before Anything Else Flipcharm, ADAM elements Vionta P5 Pro. Meanwhile, the 101st to 200th customers will get ₱5,000 iPhone 18 Pro Shopping Voucher, and the 201st customer and beyond will still walk away with a ₱3,000 iPhone 18 Pro Shopping Voucher.
Exclusive Midnight Launch event freebies
Catch The Loop’s midnight launch event on October 15, Thursday night, with official sales transactions starting exactly at 12:01 AM on October 16, 2026. Head over to the main event hub at UP Town Center (Phase 2, Level 1) as customers who line up will get additional freebies from Micropack, on top of the Midnight Launch Selling freebies!
1st customer gets a bundle worth ₱12,980: Micropack 15000mAh 4-in-1 PD Fast Charging Magnetic Wireless Power Bank (₱7,590), Micropack 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger Station (₱4,890), Micropack Umbrella (₱500).
For 2nd to 5th customers, a total of ₱5,390: Micropack 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger Station and Umbrella. 6th to 10th customers get a total freebie of ₱4,290: Micropack 10000mAh 35W Fast Charging 15W Magnetic Wireless Charging Power Bank with USB-C Cable (₱3,790) and Umbrella.
Meanwhile, 11th to 20th customers will receive a loot worth ₱3,490: Micropack Super Mini 35W Fast Charging Power Bank with Detachable USB-C Cable, 10000mAh (₱2,990) and Umbrella. The21st to 50th customers get ₱2,090 worth: Micropack 35W GaN Universal PD Fast Charger with Extra Plug (₱1,590) and Umbrella. The 51st to 100th customers receive a Micropack Umbrella (₱500) ,and the 101st to 200th customers will get aMicropack Tote (₱300).
The night is also packed with live music, bank partner booths with exclusive promos, prizes, and giveaways, and a curated display of the latest iPhone accessories from ADAM elements, Anker, Before Anything Else, BleeqUp, Belkin, EcoFlow, JBL, Loop, OURA, PLAUD, Polaroid, Polar, RingConn, Rokid, SHOKZ, and Yaber.
The Loop is everywhere! With the main fete at the UP Town Center, The Loop’s midnight launch is also happening in 19 other stores. In Metro Manila and Luzon, join the fun atUptown Mall BGC, SM North EDSA Annex, SM Makati, Robinsons Place Manila, S Maison, Ayala Malls Feliz, Ayala Malls Solenad, SM City San Mateo, SM City Calamba, SM City Cabanatuan, SM Center Dagupan, SM Baguio, Clark Cityfront Mall, and Xentro Mall Vigan.
When in Visayas and Mindanao, go toAyala Center Cebu, Ayala Malls Central Bloc, Ayala Malls Centrio CDO, Robinsons Place Dumaguete, and SM City Davao.
All the style, zero stress with flexible payment & perks Stack your freebies with exclusive offers from The Loop’s partners. Get the iPhone 18 Pro 256GB at the 24/0 Exclusive Launch Price of ₱94,990 (SRP ₱99,990), or the iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB at ₱99,990 (SRP ₱108,990), with 0% installments as low as ₱3,957.92/month for the Pro and ₱4,166.25/month for the Pro Max over 24 months.
BPI Flexipay Zero: ₱2,000 off Exclusive Launch Discount, valid until November 2, 2026; Metrobank: ₱1,000 off Exclusive Launch Discount, valid until November 30, 2026; PNB: ₱6,000 cashback with a minimum spend of ₱90,000, valid on 0% interest for 24 months only; Security Bank: ₱5,000 instant discount with a minimum spend of ₱60,000, valid on 0% ChargeLight Installment and Charge Now, Pay Later on 12- and 24-month terms, October 2 to 18, 2026; UnionBank: 0% installment up to 36 months (minimum spend ₱90,000), plus ₱1,000 cashback and ₱1,500 eGC with a minimum spend of ₱100,000, October 5 to 16, 2026; SPayLater (Shopee exclusive): 0% interest for up to 12 months, until October 15, 2026; and MariBank (Shopee exclusive): 0% interest for 3 to 6 months, until October 15, 2026.
Out with the old, in with the bold via UpTrade With UpTrade, upgrading gets even easier. Buy now, trade in later, and lock in up to ₱58,500 in base trade-in value (for an iPhone 17 Pro 1TB, Grade A/B, upon assessment). Add an UpTrade boost of up to ₱12,000 (valid until October 31, 2026) for a total of up to ₱70,500 in upgrade credit. Other iPhone models are also eligible.
Note: The boost applies to Grade A/B units only; Grade C units receive base appraisal only. Device return and trade-in completion must be done within 7 days of purchase. Trade-in value is subject to device assessment.
Don’t settle for a basic unboxing. Live your style and experience the iPhone 18 hype only atThe Loop. To learn more about the iPhone 18 pre-order mechanics, visit The Loop’s official website and Facebook page.
