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  • Bar Boys: A New Musical is Back This October

    Bar Boys: A New Musical is Back This October

    EVERYTHING BEGINS TODAY as BAR BOYS: A NEW MUSICAL, the law school musical that surprised everyone, returns this October 2024.

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    In response to the clamor of audiences, Barefoot Theatre Collaborative brings back Bar Boys: A New Musical for a very limited FIVE-WEEK RUN.

    During the curtain call of Mula sa Buwan earlier, the much awaited rerun of Bar Boys was announced by Benedix Ramos (Erik), Alex Diaz (Chris), Jerom Canlas (Torran), Omar Uddin (Josh), and Sheila Francisco (Justice Hernandez). The five cast members are set to reprise their roles while further casting has yet to be announced. 

    The musical will run this October 4 to November 3, 2024 at the Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater, Circuit Makati.

    A musical stage adaptation of the well-loved 2017 Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino film by Kip F. Oebanda, Bar Boys: A New Musical follows the life of four friends and their journey to become defenders of justice in the Philippines. 

    Book and lyrics are by Pat Valera, who will return to direct alongside Mikko Angeles. Myke Salomon, who composed the adaptation’s original songs, also serves as the musical director. Jomelle Era will also return for movement direction. 

    OPENING WEEKEND TICKETS are now available via Ticket2Me (bit.ly/barboystickets). Don’t miss the chance to catch this run of Bar Boys: A New Musical!

  • The Action Sequences in “Transformers One” Are Insane, Says Chris Hemsworth

    The Action Sequences in “Transformers One” Are Insane, Says Chris Hemsworth

    When Chris Hemsworth signed on as part of the star-studded voice cast for “Transformers One,” he thought he’d just be sitting in a chair, reading lines.

    Watch Hemsworth talk about voicing Orion Pax in the “Chris on the Physicality” featurette:

    “The action sequences in this film are insane,” says the actor in a new featurette. “It actually takes a lot more physicality than I first assumed. I thought I’d just be sitting in a chair, reading lines. But I was jumping around and having to throw punches and make noise. There’s a lot of excitement and a lot of fun.”

    In Transformers One, the first-ever fully CG-animated Transformers movie, Hemsworth voices Orion Pax/Optimus Prime. Transformers One is the untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. Hemsworth is joined by Brian Tyree Henry (D-16/Megatron), Scarlett Johansson (Elita-1), Keegan-Michael Key (B-127), Steve Buscemi (Starscream), Laurence Fishburne (Alpha Trion) and Jon Hamm (Sentinel Prime).

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    “Feels fantastic to be officially part of the Transformers franchise,” says Hemsworth in another featurette. “What intrigued me was the origin story. Two best friends that become enemies, and then the birth of a hero.”

    Find out more about what drew Hemsworth to Transformers One in the “Chris on the Franchise” featurette:

    Transformers One, distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures, opens in Philippine cinemas September 18. Join the conversation with the hashtag #TransformersOne and tag @paramountpicsph

  • CANCELLED: The Kid LAROI Announces Debut Manila Show on November 5, 2024, at The New Frontier Theater

    CANCELLED: The Kid LAROI Announces Debut Manila Show on November 5, 2024, at The New Frontier Theater

    Update October 14, 2024: The Kid LAROI’s entire Asia Tour, including the MANILA concert, has been cancelled. Ticket holders will receive refund details soon. Stay tuned for more updates.

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    Australia’s own multi-platinum chart-topping global superstar The Kid LAROI has announced a highly anticipated debut show in Manila on November 5, 2024, at The New Frontier Theater. Armed with his debut studio album THE FIRST TIME and having just dropped the hit new single “Girls,” LAROI’s forthcoming tour will give his Filipino fans the chance to witness his dynamic stage presence live.

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    This will be The Kid LAROI’s debut show in Manila which will be part of LAROI’s broader 2024 Australia, New Zealand, and Asia tour. The Manila concert promises to be a highlight, with fans eager to see LAROI perform his iconic hits such as the 2021 ARIA Award-winning collaboration with Justin Bieber, “Stay,” and the billion-streamed anthem, “Without You.”

    Tickets to THE FIRST TIME show will go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 30, 2024 at 10AM local time at www.ticketnet.com.ph with an exclusive 24 hour presale live on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 10AM local time. Fans will need to download and sign up on the TOP.PH app to access the local presale.

    Expanding on the first-ever headline tour in 2022, which saw LAROI add multiple extra arena shows due to overwhelming demand, this 2024 tour will also showcase LAROI’s most personal and musically complex statement to date in the form of his brand new album THE FIRST TIME. The album, which boasts 20 new songs, features LAROI’s trademark blend of hip-hop, pop, alternative, and indie flavors, further solidifying his place as one of the most dynamic artists of his generation.

    A maiden full-length album from The Kid LAROI, aka Charlton Kenneth Jeffrey Howard, THE FIRST TIME follows on from the rapper’s debut 2020 mixtape Fck Love*. LAROI has rebranded his sound into a style befitting of his international celebrity status, while also serving up one of the most anticipated albums of the year. The album features guest appearances from Jungkook, Central Cee, Baby Drill, Future, Robert Glasper, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, and D4vd, showcasing LAROI’s unwavering creativity and ability to collaborate with some of the biggest names in music.

    THE FIRST TIME album has amassed over 1.2 billion streams globally and debuted at #3 on the ARIA Album chart (#1 ARIA Australian Album), #7 in New Zealand, Top 20 in Canada/Denmark, and top 30 in the US and UK. Its singles “TOO MUCH” and “LOVE AGAIN” both hit the top 10 ARIA singles chart and became radio mainstays. Both singles also cracked the triple j Hottest 100, as did the fan-favorite single “BLEED” (which LAROI says is his favorite song he has ever written). “NIGHTS LIKE THIS” went viral on TikTok earlier this year, with streams surpassing 100 million. “LOVE AGAIN” also saw LAROI nominated for two APRA Awards and two ARIA Awards, including ‘Best Solo Artist’ and ‘Song of the Year’. LAROI was the #2 Most Streamed Australian Artist for 2023 on Spotify, and earlier this year, he unveiled his documentary Kids Are Growing Up.

    In a short amount of time, LAROI has taken the world by storm, with two nominations in 2022 at the Grammy Awards, for Best New Artist and for his work on Justin Bieber’s Justice. He has also secured multiple wins and nominations at the ARIA Music Awards, Billboard Awards, and a National Indigenous Music Award. With over 43 million monthly listeners on Spotify, more than 2 billion views on YouTube, and a recent 31-date North American run alongside Lil Baby, LAROI’s effortless talent and raw charisma are undeniable. This Manila show is set to be an unforgettable night as LAROI continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his commanding performances.

    Tickets to The Kid LAROI THE FIRST TIME Live in Manila go on sale on Friday, August 30, 2024 at 10AM local time.

  • Prime Video Unveils Asia Pacific Premiere of The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 in Singapore

    Prime Video Unveils Asia Pacific Premiere of The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 in Singapore

    Ahead of the global premiere of the highly anticipated second season of The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video, the cast and creators of the series visited Singapore for a special Asia Pacific screening. The star-studded premiere was graced by showrunner J.D. Payne, director Charlotte Brändström, and the talented ensemble cast, including Charlie Vickers, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Megan Richards, Markella Kavenagh, Charles Edwards, Ismael Cruz Córdova, Tyroe Muhafidin, and Trystan Gravelle.

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    During the course of their tour, the team attended a special screening of the series’ first two episodes, with ardent fans of the franchise in attendance alongside media from Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines and India. Kicking off the momentous event was David Simonsen, Director of Amazon Prime Video SEA and MENA, followed by the grand screening. The team of this highly anticipated franchise also took over the city, visiting major attraction site Gardens By The Bay.

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    Building on season one’s epic scope and ambition, the new season plunges even its most beloved and vulnerable characters into a rising tide of darkness, challenging each to find their place in a world that is on the brink of calamity. As friendships are strained and kingdoms begin to fracture, elves, dwarves, orcs, men, wizards, and Harfoots face a growing struggle. In the face of mounting adversity, the forces of good fight fiercely to hold on to what matters to them the most: each other.

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  • VILLARICA triumphs with top campaign at Marketing Excellence Awards — again

    VILLARICA triumphs with top campaign at Marketing Excellence Awards — again

    VILLARICA earned the most trophies for a single campaign at the Marketing Excellence Awards for a second year in a row.

    The pawnshop pioneer received six Gold awards and retained its second overall position in the Philippine edition of the prestigious marketing competition for its “Usisa” campaign. The consumer-goods giant Unilever was hailed as the Marketer of the Year after picking up 17 awards for its numerous brands and campaigns.

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    “We’re not the biggest and that’s okay,” said Hans Villarica, who was proclaimed the Marketing Leader of the Year. “We’re just happy and grateful to be recognized for providing the best services and experiences to our customers.”

    VILLARICA’s “Usisa” entry secured the top prize for Excellence in Experiential Marketing, in Brand Strategy, in Advertising, in Content Marketing, and in TV/Video Advertising at last week’s ceremony at Shangri-La The Fort, Manila. It also won the Silver trophy for Social Media Marketing.

    These recognitions came on the heels of the pawnshop innovator’s strong showing at the 2024 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, where it competed against companies from the region’s 29 markets and notched 10 wins, including People’s Choice for Favorite Company in the Financial Industries. 

    VILLARICA developed the “Usisa” campaign with marketing partners Silver Machine and Dentsu X to make transparency the norm in an industry notorious for opaque processes. It encouraged customers to visit, compare and scrutinize the loan offers of multiple pawnshops for the welfare of their families.

  • Best of Fujii Kaze 2020-2024 ASIA TOUR in Manila

    Best of Fujii Kaze 2020-2024 ASIA TOUR in Manila

    Fujii Kaze – the Japanese singer songwriter announces that he will be taking the “Best of Fujii Kaze 2020-2024 ASIA TOUR” to Asia cities by end of this year. The official tour image, and special website also revealed. 

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    Last year, Fujii Kaze just held his first Asia tour. This time, the tour will be scaled up to an arena venue and titled “Best of Fujii Kaze 2020-2024 ASIA TOUR,” which sets to hit eight cities in the region starting in Singapore from October 26. After kicking off in Singapore, the singer will travel to Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Taipei, Jakarta, Hong Kong, Manila, Seoul and more.  

    Promoted by Ovation Productions and AEG Presents Asia, “Best of Fujii Kaze 2020-2024 ASIA TOUR” in Manila will be taking place on 10 December 2024 at the Mall of Asia Arena. Tickets for the concert are priced from Php 3,800 (exclusive of ticketing charges). General on-sale will take place on August 30 (Friday) / 12 PM PHT via smtickets.com.  

    This tour announcement follows the conclusion of his successful two-day live concerts titled Fujii Kaze Stadium Live “Feelin’ Good,” which consisted of 2 shows with 140,000 people at Nissan Stadium in Japan.  

    “Best of Fujii Kaze 2020-2024”, which was previously available only on Apple Music and Spotify, is now available on all streaming platforms. 

    UPCOMING TOUR DATES

    October 26: Singapore – Singapore Indoor Stadium 
    November 2: Kuala Lumpur – Axiata Arena 
    November 9: Bangkok – Impact Arena 
    November 10: Bangkok – Impact Arena 
    November 16: Taipei – Taipei Arena 
    November 30: Jakarta – Beach City International Stadium 
    December 4: Hong Kong – AsiaWorld-Arena 
    December 10: Manila – SM Mall of Asia Arena 
    December 14: Seoul – Gocheok Sky Dome 
    And more… 

    Best of Fujii Kaze 2024-2024 ASIA TOUR in Manila

    Date: 10 December 2024 
    Show Time: 8PM PHT 
    Venue: Mall of Asia Arena 

    Ticket Prices: Php 8,800 / 8,000 / 7,000 / 5,800 / 4,800 / 3,800 (Plus ticketing charges) 

    Ticketing Link: smtickets.com
    our Information: https://fujiikaze.com/asiatour2024
    Fujii Kaze Official Store: https://fujiikaze.store.hehnrecords.com/
    Fujii Kaze Official Music Store: https://fujiikaze-musicstore.com/ja

    Listen to Fujii Kaze’s latest single “Feelin’ Go(o)d” HERE.   

    “Feelin’ Go(o)d” Official Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyU1t8G0LZw

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  • AOC Masters 2024 Brings International VALORANT Esports Competition to Asia Pacific Middle East Asia

    AOC Masters 2024 Brings International VALORANT Esports Competition to Asia Pacific Middle East Asia

    AOC, a global leader in gaming monitors and IT accessories and the #1 Gaming Monitor brand for three consecutive years from 2021 to 2023*, is thrilled to announce the AOC Masters 2024, set to take center stage at the Thailand Game Show from October 18th to 20th, 2024. This premier event will bring together top gamers and esports enthusiasts from around the world for an unforgettable weekend of competitive gaming, entertainment, and community engagement.

    International VALORANT Tournament Kicks Off with Local Qualifiers

    The AOC Masters 2024 will feature an exciting VALORANT tournament with representatives from 10 regions: Australia & New Zealand, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, the Middle East (MEA), Taiwan, and South Korea. The event will kick off with local qualifiers, giving each region’s top players to realize their dream to play like a pro, competing in a series of competitive events in mid-September 2024 where the exact dates will differ depending on the region. The top two players from each region will earn a coveted spot to represent their country at the main AOC Masters 2024 event in Bangkok on October 19, 2024. This prestigious event’s total prize value will be more than USD 30,000, including a cash prize pool of USD 3000. The qualifying matches will be held in various formats, including 1v1, Tandem Mode, and a 5v5 Show Match. This global high-stakes competition is a testament to AOC’s commitment to fostering local gaming talent and providing elite players with a platform to showcase their skills on the international stage.

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    Consumer promotion: AOC Masters Consumer Promo

    Promo Duration: August 27, 2024 – September 27, 2024

    AOC Monitor Philippines is thrilled to announce the AOC Masters Consumer Promo, an exciting opportunity for you to win a spectacular grand prize! Here’s your chance to embark on a thrilling adventure and experience the vibrant culture of Thailand. Don’t miss out!

    Grand Prize:

    How to Enter:

    1. Purchase: Buy any eligible AOC monitor.
    2. Register: Go to AOC Monitors Promo and fill out the form with your purchase details and required documents.

    For questions, email: marketing@mmdsg.com.ph or visit AOC Philippines on Facebook.

    Local Philippine Qualifiers

    The Local Philippine qualifier registration is currently ongoing. There are two categories in the Philippine Qualifiers, one is for KOL (Key Opinion Leaders) with a single platform following of not less than 15,000 and combined platforms following of 20,000. The other is for non-professional gamers who have not been a professional for the last 12 months. The winner from each group will be representing the Philippines at the regional playoff to be held at the Thailand Game Show from October 18th to 20th, 2024.

    For more information visit the AGON by AOC Facebook page

    Cosplay Contest, Mini Concert, and Interactive Booth Activities

    The event will offer more than just esports competition. Attendees can look forward to a vibrant cosplay contest showcasing creative fan costumes, as well as a mini concert featuring live performances from popular artists – creating a true festival-like atmosphere. Beyond the stage, the AOC booth will host a variety of walk-in tournaments, including TFT and LoL ARAM. This will allow attendees to participate and compete for exciting prizes. Visitors can also take the opportunity to experience the latest high-performance AOC gaming products firsthand, including QD-OLED monitors AG276QZD2 and AG346UCD, Mini-LED monitor Q27G4XM, Google Monitor with AI features Q27G4XY, and more.

    “As a long-standing supporter of the global esports community, AOC is thrilled to present the AOC Masters 2024 tournament,” said Kevin Wu, General Manager at MMD Singapore. “This event embodies our commitment to innovation and fostering elite gaming talent worldwide. We look forward to delivering immersive experiences and showcasing the latest advancements in gaming technology to our passionate fans and players.”

    The AOC Masters 2024 at the Thailand Game Show promises an action-packed weekend filled with gaming excellence and entertainment. Whether you’re a seasoned esports fan or new to the scene, this event has something for everyone. Stay tuned for our upcoming local qualifiers and KOL activities, then join us in Bangkok during the main event for an unforgettable experience.

    * No.1 Gaming Monitor Brand 2023, according to IDC Quarterly Gaming Tracker: Gaming Monitor 2023Q4 (≥144Hz)

  • Female Narratives in Paint, on Canvas

    Female Narratives in Paint, on Canvas

    Creatives, like writers and artists, share a similar vein. When they’re starting out, they write about or create from what they know. As they mature and explore different aspects, however, their style evolves—it becomes richer, more varied. This blossoming of lush creativity is now on display at ARTablado in Robinsons Antipolo where the works of six female artists are in the spotlight. 

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    “Her Art, Her Story: Celebrating Women’s Narratives” explores themes of identity, resilience, and the pursuit of dreams as conjured by Aed Solis, Dolores Van, Elizabeth Esguerra Castillo, Mary Joy Ann Cruz Tuaño, Maxi Cajayon Tungol, and Yam Tamayo. All six are members of the ARTipolo Group.

    Pol Mesina, head of ARTipolo chose the six artists for the ARTablado exhibit because of their distinct styles and their surprising use of color. “They each have their own identities and a sizable portfolio. More importantly, they’re unafraid of showing their emotions through the art they create,” he said.    

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    Solis started out by combining social realism with pastels but has evolved to realism using acrylics. “I paint to discover an art with freedom and no boundaries. I paint to express to others—the society, the environment—the things that I feel. It makes me happy,” Solis said.

    A classically trained artist in charcoal portraiture, Van Duijvenbode describes her art style as “intuitive” and based on strongly-felt emotions. “I paint to reignite my spark [as I am] coming back to a craft I never lost.  I paint because I am passionate and love what I do. I want to inspire others to follow in my footsteps but to continue to go for their dreams,” Van Duijvenbode said.

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    Aside from being a visual artist, Castillo is an author, journalist and poet. The intuitive artist has participated in local and international exhibits where her abstract, expressionist and surrealist style has been on display. 

    “I paint because through art, I can express my innermost emotions,” Castillo said. “When my muse prompts me, I create multiverses which depict worlds in all their beauty and madness. I also believe that art is therapeutic and helps to heal us emotionally, psychologically, spiritually and physically,” she added.

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    Tuaño describes her style of creating as a “progressive artistic experiment” and likens the act of painting to cooking a meal. “Painting and cooking are essentially the same experience: the thrill of creation, reconnection with sentiment or nostalgia, and finally consumption for enjoyment. The way I enjoy painting is similar to the way I enjoy cooking, where I prepare the ingredients, create a dish, and have loved ones and friends enjoy its sumptuous tastes afterwards. Except with art, the consumption never ends; it endures through time,” Tuaño said.

    Tamayo is a practicing lawyer and a self-taught artist. She describes her abstract works as “out of the box” because she wants the end result to feel random and unplanned—like “a colorful mess.”

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    “Painting is a form of release from the stress of having to constantly face adversaries as part of my day job as a litigation lawyer. When I paint, I only see beauty even in the darkest of hues, or the most torturous aspect of the creative journey,” Tamayo said. 

    Tungol is another self-taught artist who bravely works with mixed media. She is known for combining different paints such as oil, acrylic, gouache and raw, powdered pigments with lace, gems, sand and charcoal. 

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    “Painting is an opportunity for me to become productive.  It’s also so I can retain a semblance of individuality,” Tungol said.

    Tamayo put it best when she said, “If the eyes are the window to the soul, I would say a painting is a reflection of one’s innermost being. It is never impersonal. It is you, but in bits and pieces, in curves and lines, in drips and spots.”

    This is not the ARTipolo Group’s first partnership with ARTablado and by the looks of things, it won’t be the last. “We continue to partner with ARTablado because it provides us artists with a platform to showcase our works and to reach a wider audience,” Mesina said, adding that its location inside Robinsons Antipolo makes it accessible to both art enthusiasts and mall goers alike. 

    “Her Art, Her Story: Celebrating Women’s Narratives” runs until August 31 at ARTablado at Robinsons Antipolo. 

  • Help alleviate hunger: GlobeOne App now accepts Rewards points donations for Project PEARLS

    Help alleviate hunger: GlobeOne App now accepts Rewards points donations for Project PEARLS

    In celebration of Project PEARLS’ 14th anniversary, Globe and TM customers can now help combat hunger in the country and give disadvantaged children a better life by donating their Rewards points to the organization through the GlobeOne app.

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    Project PEARLS, a partner of Globe’s hunger alleviation program, The Hapag Movement, has been tirelessly working since 2010 to provide education, empowerment, nutrition, and healthcare to communities in need across Metro Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Zamboanga Sibugay, and Zambales. 

    As it enters another year of service, Project PEARLS is expanding its fundraising efforts to reach more supporters and make an even greater impact.

    “We are happy to partner with Globe in offering this convenient yet impactful way for its customers to contribute to our cause,” said Melissa Villa, Project PEARLS Founder and Executive Director. “Every donation, no matter how small, helps us provide nutritious meals, education, and healthcare to children and families in need.”

    Globe and TM customers can donate as little as one Rewards point to Project PEARLS, making it easier than ever for individuals to support the organization’s vital work. This initiative aligns perfectly with the Hapag Movement’s goal of leveraging technology and partnerships to drive collective action for sustainable development.

    “We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Project PEARLS on its 14th anniversary of making a profound difference in communities across the Philippines,” said Yoly Crisanto, Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer at Globe. “To mark this milestone, we are excited to empower more people to join the fight against hunger by offering our customers the opportunity to donate their Rewards points to Project PEARLS via the GlobeOne app.”

    In addition to the new GlobeOne app donation channel, Project PEARLS is commemorating its anniversary with other exciting initiatives. 

    Project PEARLS has launched a virtual charity auction, offering supporters the chance to bid on exclusive items such as a Taylor Swift-signed acoustic guitar, framed NBA jerseys autographed by basketball legends Kobe Bryant, Lebron James, and Steph Curry, a trip to Tuscany, and more. While primarily targeting US-based supporters, these prizes can be shipped worldwide, expanding the reach of Project PEARLS’ fundraising efforts.

    The anniversary celebrations will culminate in a gala event at the end of the month, bringing together some of Project PEARLS’ biggest partners, including Globe and Canva. This event will highlight the organization’s achievements and reinforce its commitment to creating lasting change in communities across the Philippines.

    Globe’s collaboration with Project PEARLS started earlier this year. The organization became an international partner of the Hapag Movement, enabling US-based individuals and corporations to contribute to the cause through the dedicated platform at https://givebutter.com/c/globe_projectpearls/. This alliance has opened up new avenues for global engagement, particularly among the 4 million Filipino-Americans in the United States.

    The Hapag Movement, launched in 2022, has already made significant strides in addressing hunger in the Philippines. To date, it has provided food packs to over 95,000 Filipinos and produced 2,662 livelihood training graduates, with 2,361 of them successfully starting their own small businesses.

    Despite these efforts, the need for continued support remains crucial. In June 2024, 17.6% of Filipino families reported experiencing involuntary hunger or had nothing to eat at least once, according to the latest Social Weather Stations survey. This is an increase from 14.2% in March 2024.

    Hapag Movement and Project PEARLS call on the public to support its various fundraising activities as every contribution helps the organization move closer to its vision of a world where no child goes hungry.

    To learn more about how to make a lasting difference in the lives of those most in need, visit Project PEARLS/Hapag Movement website.

  • Watch Classic Hollywood Horror Films “Interview with the Vampire” and “Gremlins” in Ayala Malls Cinemas

    Watch Classic Hollywood Horror Films “Interview with the Vampire” and “Gremlins” in Ayala Malls Cinemas

    Be afraid. Be very afraid.

    In celebration of Ghost Month, an August tradition believed to be a time when the spirits of the dead come to visit the living, Ayala Malls Cinemas is holding their annual Thrill Fest on August 21 until September 3. This year’s lineup consists of spine-tingling horror and thriller Hollywood classics that are celebrating milestone anniversaries this year – old goodies that are back once again on the big screen for a limited time only. Even more spooktacular? Movie lovers can watch remastered versions of these frightening old favorites for only P200 – P250.

    Opening this year’s festival, dubbed “Thrill Fest: The Ghost Month Classic Film Series,” are “Interview with the Vampire,” celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and “Gremlins,” originally released in 1984 and turning 40 this year. These two films, starring some of the biggest names in Hollywood – Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Phoebe Cates – will be showing in participating Ayala Malls Cinemas during the first week of Thrill Fest from August 21 to 27.

    Read on to find out why you shouldn’t miss the rare opportunity to watch these classic movies on the big screen!

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    INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE (1994)

    What
    : In “Interview with the Vampire,” 200-year-old vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Brad Pitt) shares his story with reporter Daniel Molloy (Christian Slater), chronicling two centuries of desire, love, yearning, grief, terror, ecstasy and regret.

    Who: Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Kirsten Dunst, Christian Slater, Antonio Banderas. Based on Anne Rice’s popular 1976 novel of the same name

    Why: Beautiful, mysterious and powerful – vampires are endlessly alluring creatures. Throw in both Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt in the mix and it doesn’t get more alluring and classic than that.

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    GREMLINS (1984)

    What
    : In the idyllic small town of Kingston Falls, struggling inventor Randall Peltzer (Hoyt Axton) returns home with an unusual pet, called a Mogwai, as a gift for his son Billy (Zach Galligan). Taking care of the Mogwai is simple as long as they follow three important rules: Keep the Mogwai away from water, don’t expose him to bright lights, and never feed him after midnight. But the rules are broken, and the consequences literally multiply at an alarming rate.

    Who: Zach Galligan, Phoebe Cates, Hoyt Axton. Written by Chris Columbus

    Why: Cute one minute, horrifying the next. From the mind of Christopher Columbus, responsible for children’s classics “Home Alone” 1 and 2, and the first three “Harry Potter” films, the horror-comedy of “Gremlins” was so irresistible that the Steven Spielberg couldn’t pass up the opportunity to produce the film.

    Only on the big screen

    The Thrill Fest runs for two straight weeks, from August 21 to September 3, offering moviegoers a rare cinematic experience. This exclusive opportunity is quite affordable too! For only P200 – P250, audiences can watch these classics where they were originally made for – on the big screen. After “Interview with the Vampire” and “Gremlins” on August 21 to 27, moviegoers can enjoy from August 28 to September 3 two other classics celebrating their anniversaries this year: the horror-slasher “A Nightmare on Elm Street” (1984) and thriller “The Towering Inferno” (1974).

    Catch the classic films of the Thrill Fest for only P250 in the following Ayala Malls Cinemas branches: Glorietta, Greenbelt, The 30th, Circuit, Market Market, Fairview Terraces, Feliz, Trinoma, UPTC, Manila Bay, Harbor Point and Solenad.

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    Movie tickets for the Thrill Fest are at P200 in the following branches: Ayala Center Cebu, Centrio, Capitol Central and Central Bloc.

    Ayala Malls Cinemas ensure an enhanced and enjoyable movie-watching experience, thanks to their state-of-the-art facilities, including plush seating, generous legroom, cutting-edge laser projections, better images and superior audio technologies like Dolby Sound and Dolby Atmos.

    Ayala Malls Cinemas also exclusively offer the rare chance to watch old movies on the big screen, allowing audiences to re/discover timeless masterpieces and experience them the way filmmakers originally intended for them to be seen. Where classic movies are concerned, there’s a whole other – and bigger – world than the smartphone streaming experience. So hurry and book your tickets to the Thrill Fest now!

    Make sure to catch the festival’s four classics – “Interview with the Vampire,” “Gremlins,” “A Nightmare on Elm Street” and “The Towering Inferno” – during their limited festival run in Philippine cinemas from August 21 to September 3. For more information on screening schedules and to book tickets, movie enthusiasts are encouraged to visit the Ayala Malls Cinemas FB and IG pages. You may book your tickets in advance by visiting www.sureseats.com or any of the participating cinemas.