Blog

  • Heart Evangelista Continues to be Uratex Ambassadress, Advocates the Importance of Sleep in Overall Health

    Uratex, the leading foam company in the Philippines, is strengthening its long-time partnership with Heart Evangelista as its ambassadress in uplifting the importance of sleep among Filipinos.

    Uratex Heart Evangelista

    As the country’s International Fashion Style Icon, Heart gives great value to sleep and rest as one of the most essential things in life. For her, a quality sleep can be rewarding enough to foster success, great health, and happiness.

    Sleeping for the prescribed amount of time is necessary, but having good sleep products like Uratex’s mattresses and pillows can make a huge difference in energizing you for the next day.

    Uratex Heart Evangelista Premium Touch

    “I am a fan of anything in life that gives you comfort, that will give you good health and Uratex Mattresses does just that. I do treasure my sleep and I make sure that I do invest in top quality mattresses so I can get the best rest that I need and be more productive in life,” Heart shared.

    As Uratex’s Ambassadress, Heart Evangelista joins the brand in sharing the value of having a good night’s sleep for its #LoveMyGisingWithUratex campaign.

    According to Milieu Insight and Intellect’s research on sleeping, many Filipino adults who are currently employed admitted to experiencing poor quality of life due to a variety of stressors. This has resulted to most of them having difficulty finding good sleep.

    A quality sleep, as reported by a study from The National Academies, is important because the lack of rest can lead to serious health problems, including obesity, diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and weaker immune function.

    “Major restorative functions in the body such as tissue repair, muscle growth, and protein synthesis occur almost exclusively during sleep,” the Harvard Medical School also noted in another study.

    Uratex and Heart Evangelista hope to become a bridge for the Filipinos in reinforcing that good, healthy sleep can come a long way.

    With this, Uratex has lined up a variety of mattresses that are fit for the specific needs of everyone.

    Uratex Heart Evangelista Orthocare

    For a refreshing and cool sleep, Airlite gets the job done with its breathable fabric and sleep cool technology, and Trill is a mattress in a box that can help you experience comfort and undisturbed sleep. For those with back problems, Uratex’s Orthocare creates great support for your body during long sleep. The Senso Memory Frost on the other hand is perfect for those looking for something cool and comfortable. Thanks to its DuoFrost technology, SensoFrost is Uratex’s coolest memory foam mattress to date. And finally, the Premium Touch is the go-to mattress if you’re eyeing for a five-star hotel staycation sleep experience at home.

    Uratex’s array of mattresses, among its other quality products for sleeping, made the brand consistently recognized as a Trusted Brand for Mattress category at the Reader’s Digest Awards. This recognition was consistently given to Uratex for 13 years, including the Awards’ 2022 edition.

    Uratex Heart Evangelista Senso Memory

    “I know they say 8 hours (is what we need) but 8 hours on the plane, 8 hours on the car is different from the 8 hours on the bed. I do need a mattress that will take care of my spine and posture. Uratex offers a few different things like a cooling bed mattress and one with memory foam. Everything is just tailor-fit to your lifestyle,” Heart Evangelista shared on the comfort of Uratex’s mattresses.

    “Uratex is truly honored to have Heart Evangelista in promoting the importance of a good night’s sleep for all. Our long relationship with Heart has truly made a mark in ensuring Filipinos get the best possible sleep they need, and with our current collaboration through the #LoveMyGisingWithUratex, we’re hoping to elevate the sleeping experience of more,” said Mr. Christian Cheng, Brand Marketing Executive of Uratex Philippines.

    To learn more about Uratex and its products, visit www.uratex.com.ph. You may also follow /UratexPhilippines on Facebook, and @uratex_ph on Instagram for updates and upcoming promos.

  • Awaken your senses at Kapitolyo’s newest, Stay Up Espresso Bar

    Stay Up Espresso Bar prides itself on simple yet thoughtfully crafted coffee. Newly opened in Kapitolyo last November 3, the cafe-bar branch stirs in unique experiences to elevate the typical cafe experience. 

    Stay Up 2

    What started as a small neighborhood cafe in Las Pinas, Stay Up Espresso Bar expanded to Katipunan to provide students with pick-up-and-go coffee blends and beverages. For their Kapitolyo branch, located at 16 United Street, Stay Up Espresso Bar aims to provide a fun, inclusive space for all to enjoy. The team behind this pet-friendly cafe has curated a series of themed nights sure to excite people of all personalities and passions.  

    Stay Up 6

    Separating itself from the traditional coffee shop, Stay Up Espresso Bar pitches the exciting cafe concept of themed events from tarot readings to 80’s nights, stand-up comedy, drag performances, and more, all to keep you and your favorite coffee drink company. 

    Stay Up 3

    Among their best sellers are their No Sleep Spanish Latte, Psycho Flip Breve Drink, Blueberry Cheesecake, and Revel Bar, each guaranteed to keep customers fueled for a long workday ahead, or a  fun night out. 

    Stay Up 9
    Myx Chanel, Marina Summers, Lady Morgana, Eva Le Queen, and Baus Rufo with the owners of Stay Up Espresso Bar
    Stay Up 7
    Precious Paula Nicole
    Stay Up 8
    Vinas De Luxe

    With performances 3 times a week by up-and-coming drag queens, your brunches, afternoons, and evenings are never dull. For PHP 1,500.00, you get to enjoy themed events alongside the many different food and drinks. 

    Stay Up Espresso Bar

    Stay Up Espresso Bar keeps its doors open from Tuesday to Sunday, 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM to keep you and your barkada company.

  • Interview with Jason Momoa & Marlow Barkley of Netflix’s ‘Slumberland’

    Aquaman star Jason Momoa and young actress Marlow Barkley are headlining Netflix’s next magical film Slumberland! The film will take viewers to the world of dreams and nightmares, where the girl Nemo who just lost her father in a storm, joins forces with the rough-around-the-edges but lovable outlaw Flip to hunt for a treasure that can make dreams come true.

    Watch the trailer for Slumberland below:

    Before the film drops on Netflix this November 18, we got to chat with Jason Momoa and Marlow Barkley in virtual roundtable interview where they talked about the new fantasy adventure film. Check out highlights from the interview below:

    For Jason Momoa, would you say that you enjoy playing fun characters like Flip more than the serious and intimidating characters you’ve played in the past?

    Jason Momoa: Yeah, it’s better for the soul, better for your well-being to be laughing and having fun over being grumpy and fighting all the time. So it’s nice to have some levity.

    For Marlow Barkley, do you have any tips for the younger people who might be experiencing the same hardships as Nemo?

    Marlow Barkley: I think that making sure to keep the things that make you happy and bring you joy very close to you, and if you can to block out any negative thoughts or ideas I think is very important. And specifically, keep friends close because I find that friends can be very very helpful and inspiring at difficult times. And just remember that any fear, no matter how big, can be overcome as long as you are brave and strong, and I hope they can use Nemo as an inspiration to do that.

    Slumberland 3
    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    What’s an adventure you’ve had in the past that’s beyond your wildest dreams?

    Jason Momoa: When I was around 19, one of my biggest dreams was to go to Tibet. I wanted to go backpacking and live with nomads and visit different temples out there. I went to Tibet, and whatever I thought it was gonna be, it was beyond my wildest dreams. And it was truly the only place, it felt like a dream world when I was there.

    Marlow Barkley: I’d say, I think I’m living the life– I think I’m going on an adventure beyond my wildest dreams right now. I think that I’m very lucky to be able to do that at such a very young age, and I have Jason and my family and my friends to guide me through that. I think that right now, it’s pretty crazy. I could have never imagined that I would be here right now.

    Slumberland 1
    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    Can you tell us more about your casting, what made you say yes to the project and what was reaction being cast in the film?

    Marlow Barkley: I read the script and I definitely knew that I would watch it even though I wasn’t in it. Secretly I was hoping that [I get to do this movie] because it was amazing and it was everything that I wanted in a script and more. It has emotions, and it was funny, and action. And so I really put my all into that audition and it paid off and I think that the time filming it was even better than I could ever imagine.

    Jason Momoa: This was pitched to me by director Francis Lawrence who I love and trust, and I just thought it was wonderful, the idea of it. Then I got the script, read it, and you know I cried, I laughed… And then we cast this beautiful lady and it’s a dream job, and it just doesn’t happen very often so I feel very lucky to be part of the film.

    Slumberland
    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    Do you have any memorable moments during filming you’d like to share?

    Jason Momoa: We have a lot.

    Marlow Barkley: Any blooper is really fun, but there’s this one… We’re filming this very emotional scene, and in between takes we thought it would be a good idea to play tag– but not the kind of tag where you’re running around, chasing each other, and yelling tag. It’s the kind where you stand still, look over at someone, touch them and say tag. That’s it.

    And Jason was it, and he did not like to be it. So in the middle of the scene, very emotional, right before the big climax he goes, “And I just want to say tag you’re it, well that didn’t work” and I was like “Dude, why did you think that you can incorporate tag into this emotional scene?” [Laughs] and Francis was like “Uhh, cut? Let’s go back to one.”

    Jason Momoa: Yes, we did all kinds of fun stuff. Not long enough for this interview, you’ll see it all in the bloopers.

    Slumberland 2
    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    What do you think are the lessons that both the young audiences and parents can pick up from the film?

    Marlow Barkley: I think that kids can learn that they can overcome their fears, no matter how great they are. And that if you have something that’s special to you, and everybody else stops you or underestimates you, hold on to that dream and keep people that you love in your life, and you’ll be able to accomplish even greater dreams, one you could never imagine.

    Jason Momoa: I say to reconnect with your inner child. Doesn’t matter how old you are, just have fun and keep that little sparkle alive. Otherwise, what’s the point?

    —
    Directed by Francis Lawrence from a script by David Guion and Michael Handelman, Slumberland also stars  Chris O’Dowd, Kyle Chandler, Weruche Opia, India de Beaufort, and Humberly González. Stream it exclusively on Netflix starting this November 18.

  • Film Facts: 5 Things to Know About ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’

    Once again, we are about to hear Wakanda’s powerful battle cry in cinemas when Black Panther: Wakanda Forever releases in Philippine theaters this November 9. As the trailer revealed, there’s a lot of change in the African kingdom with their king gone, and a war brewing against the Talocan. But the question remains, who will protect Wakanda now?

    Check out the trailer for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever below:

    Before Black Panther: Wakanda Forever hits theaters this week, we’ve rounded up a few facts about the movie that you might want to know. Check them out below:

    On filming the sequel without Chadwick Boseman

    After the passing of Black Panther‘s lead star, Chadwick Boseman, in 2020, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige announced that they will not use CGI or recast T’Challa back into the MCU. Feige then recently shared with Empire that the recasting “felt like it was much too soon,” adding that “The world is still processing the loss of Chad. And Ryan [Coogler] poured that into the story.”

    Meanwhile, Letitia Wright also talked about filming without her onscreen brother. “I will always have moments [of doubt] on set, and I’ll be like, ‘Oh man, I don’t know if I can do this’,” Wright told People. “I could just hear [Boseman] be like, ‘Sister, you’re great. You got this. I’m proud of you.’ That really just kept me moving forward.”

    Black Panther
    Photo: Black Panther trailer

    ALSO READ
    Beyond Black Panther: 7 Must-Watch Chadwick Boseman Films

    A new Black Panther

    The trailer has also revealed that a new heroine takes up the mantle of the Black Panther. While the identity of the new Black Panther has not been explicitly revealed, fans speculate it to be Letitia Wright’s Shuri, the younger sister of T’Challa and the Princess of Wakanda. Aside from being next in line in the royal family, Shuri’s Black Panther is also canon in the comics, as she took up the mantle when her brother was in a coma. The official poster for the film also puts Shuri front and center, possibly hinting at the new hero’s identity.

    BPL1160 comp DDO v0237.1180 R2
    Photo: Marvel

    The MCU’s take on Namor and Atlantis

    After Killmonger’s rebellion and their battle with Thanos’ army, the next threat looming over Wakanda is a war against Namor. In the comics, Namor is actually a hero and the king of Atlantis but in the MCU, the character played by Tenoch Huerta debuts as an antagonist and his kingdom will instead be called the Talocan– a nation that is inspired by Aztec mythology. Despite these changes, those familiar with the comic book character will still see one of his most curious abilities in the comics brought to life on the big screen, which is flying with little wings on his feet.

    Introducing Ironheart

    The MCU continues to set up young heroes including Ms. Marvel, Kate Bishop, and America Chavez. Another young superhero is also introduced in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever— Riri Williams also known as Ironheart, who will soon have her own MCU series. In the comics, Ironheart was an engineering student who recreates the Iron Man suit and receives guidance from an AI Tony Stark. As for the MCU, it appears that Ironheart may not be as tied to Stark, but Shuri and Wakanda will play a role in the new hero’s origins.

    The Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack

    The first trailer for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever emphasized the effect of music in a film, with Tem’s rendition of No Woman No Cry making the trailer even more emotional. For the film’s full soundtrack, Rihanna returns with ‘Lift Me Up’, a tribute to Chadwick Boseman. The soundtrack also includes music from Future, Burna Boy, Stormzy, Fireboy DML, Ckay, E-40, PinkPantheress, Rema, Snow Tha Product, Tobe Nwigwe, and more.

    —
    Black Panther: Wakanda Forever opens in cinemas nationwide this Wednesday, November 9.  Book your seats in advance and buy your tickets here.

  • Visum Ventures Forges Partnership with Chef-Restaurateur Happy Ongpauco-Tiu

    Visum Ventures, one of the Philippines’ fastest-growing and progressive F & B companies, recently forged a business partnership with Chef-Restaurateur Happy Ongpauco-Tiu’s Happy Concept Group. Visum is behind Koomi, the country’s favorite natural drinking yoghurt from Australia, Oh My Greek, Zig, Sante by Zig, Meraki by Oh My Greek, T2, and Salt and Ice Bar.

    As part of the partnership, Visum will help in the expansion of Chef Happy’s restaurants, Tsokolateria and Pamana, by opening more locations in the metro.

    John Michael Hilton CEO and President of Visum Ventures with Chef Restaurateur Happy Ongpauco Tiu of Happy Concept Group
    John-Michael Hilton, CEO and President of Visum Ventures with Chef-Restaurateur Happy Ongpauco-Tiu of Happy Concept Group

    Same values, aligned in the same direction

    Chef Happy used to be very apprehensive when it came to having business partners.  “I’m a one-woman show. I’m the chef. I’m the head of operations. I’m in charge of social media” she says.   “Now that I have multiple restaurant brands with a total of 10 branches, plus a catering company and 2 Home retail stores, I realized that there’s too much on my plate.  I have dreams and goals that I want to achieve but my family is my priority. The best solution for me to achieve my goal of expanding my brands is to partner with a company that has values that aligns with mine.”

    Chef Happy believes that company is Visum Ventures.  She admires them for being resilient during the pandemic, so much so that they were expanding while other restaurant groups scaled down their operations.  “I’m really excited because there has always been a clamor for me to open in Metro Manila,” she enthuses.   Currently, Tsokolateria and Pamana are destination dining places located in Tagaytay, Boracay, Palawan and Baguio.  As part of the partnership, Visum and Happy Concept Group will join forces to expand Tsokolateria and Pamana, making it more accessible to everyone.

    For his part, John-Michael Hilton, CEO and President of Visum Ventures, says that the joint venture with Chef Happy is a great opportunity for Visum to strengthen its portfolio of brands.  “We have complementary capabilities aligned in the same direction.  Chef Happy’s exceptional culinary skills, business savvy and commitment to great food bodes well for the growth of the brands she has conceptualized and developed through the years. We are excited to partner with her and help grow her well-loved concepts.”

    “We aim for her brands to be more accessible to Filipinos, as we believe in Chef Happy and her amazing food, and what she has to offer. At Visum Ventures we love curating concepts both internationally and locally, serving world experiences one plate at a time.” Says Hilton.

    Hilton shares that they have already secured spaces at SM Aura, Greenbelt 5, Estancia, and Greenhills as initial areas of expansion in Manila, with more coming soon.  

    Happy partnership

    Chef Happy is known for her “food from the heart” comfort food made of childhood memories Her Pamana restaurants specialize in heirloom Filipino recipes passed on from generation to generation of the Ongpauco family, while her Tsokolateria artisanal cafe is well-patronized for its delicious food and beverages made with cacao.

    “What a perfect match — with the kitchen being my playground where I can continuously create happy dishes, while Visum helps me with all the operations. Imagine what’s there to come in the future, especially now that I have Visum” says Chef Happy.

    Follow Visum Ventures, Happy Concept Group, Tsokolateria, and Pamana Restaurant on Facebook and Instagram.

  • New at Fresh Co. Salads & Wraps: Delightful Sweet and Savory Crepes

    Fresh and delightful can best describe what dishes are served at Fresh Co. Located at My South Hall at Level 1,  S’Maison and a food concept of The Bistro Group, this cozy nook is the ideal place to get your fill of healthy salads, wraps and now, a variety of  DELICIOUS CREPES.

    FreshCo Crepes
    Fresh Co Crepes Shrimp Spinach

    Thin and delicate, these crepes have savory and sweet fillings. 

    Fresh Co Crepes Chicken and Mushroom

    Choose from these mouth-watering and  rich savory buckwheat crepes: the meaty Chicken ‘Shroom (chicken mushroom, bechamel sauce, fried oyster mushroom, parmesan cheese shavings, parsley leaf); the Japanese-inspired Kani On My Mind  (romaine lettuce, kani, ripe mango diced, tobiko, Japanese mayo, lemon wedge);  the light yet filling Salmon Like You (bechamel sauce, smoked salmon, cream cheese, quickmelt cheese, dill fresh, alfaalfa sprouts, fried capers, served with lemon wedge);  the mushroomy  Truffle In Love (bechamel sauce, smoked salmon, cream cheese, quickmelt cheese, dill fresh, alfaalfa sprouts, fried capers, served lemon wedge); the bold, spicy and slightly smoky My One and Only Pepperoni (pepperoni, olives, bechamel sauce, quickmelt cheese, pickled white onion, dried parsley);  Shrimply Irresistible  for seafood lovers (shrimp and spinach mix, bechamel sauce,  arugula Italian vinaigrette, served with lemon wedge);  and the classic combination Say Ham and Cheese (pineham, bechamel sauce, asparagus spears, quickmelt cheese, emmental cheese, asparagus spears).

    Fresh Co Crepes Tiramisu

    If you’re sweet tooth is aching to be satisfied with something sugary or saccharine in taste, there are five sweet crepes to choose from. Have you had Tiramisu Crepes? Try these at Fresh Co.  Tiramisu Like Crazy has tiramisu cream mix, chocolate ganache, biscoff cracker, whipped cream, powdered sugar, mint leaf and served with vanilla ice cream for added freshness.

    Fresh Co Crepes Kani Mango

    A classic combination that never fails to please is The Apple of My Eye (apple cinnamon mix, caramel fudge, whipped cream, roasted walnuts, powdered sugar, mint leaf and served with vanilla ice cream). Simple yet satisfying is the Lemon  Appetit  with plain crepe batter, lemon juice , sugar, served with lemon wedge.  Mango flavor takes center stage  in It Takes Two To Mango,  made with mango raisin mixture, whipped cream,  streusel  crumble, powdered sugar, mint leaf  and served with vanilla ice cream.

    What do you feel like eating today?  Something fresh, light, savory or sweet?   Drop by at Fresh Co at My South Hall, Conrad S’maison. It is open  10am -10pm . Follow freshcoph

  • Rockwell reveals its all-out Christmas treats for Christmas 2022

    Rockwell Christmas goes all-out with Christmas this year: the towering Christmas trees, festive decor, shimmering dura lights all over the Center, and the much-awaited car raffle. The thrill of Christmas is truly here.

    Rockwell Christmas Car Raffle

    Rockwell will be raffling off its most exciting car yet – a Porsche Macan. From November 4, 2022 until January 31, 2023, customers get the chance take this ride home, when they spend the Php 1,000.00 in a single-receipt purchase from shop.TheRockwellist.com, or any store at Manansala Retail, Joya Retail, One Rockwell Retail, Edades Retail, 8 Rockwell Retail, Proscenium Retail, and Balmori Retail (not including carts, kiosks, bridgeway exhibits, or other temporary exhibits); Php 2,000.00 in a single-receipt purchase from any store at Power Plant Mall (not including carts, kiosks, bridgeway exhibits, or other temporary exhibits), except The Marketplace by Rustan’s; or Php 3,000.00 in a single-receipt purchase at The Marketplace by Rustan’s at Power Plant Mall. Shoppers must fill out their entries on The Rockwellist mobile app.* 

    The Rockwellist Elite promo also returns this Christmas for those who love shopping in Rockwell.  Customers who spend Php 500,000 or earn 5,000 points from November 4, 2022 to January 31, 2023 will be entitled to free cinema and parking daily at Power Plant Mall and Santolan Town Plaza.  Rockwell will offer the new VIP Tier, Elite Gold, for customers who spend 1M or earn 10,000 points and up during the promo period. In addition to free daily parking, they’ll also get to enjoy free movies at Power Plant Mall’s VIP Cinema. 

    *View the full mechanics in this link.

    More surprises are in store for Rockwellists this year through the mobile app. From December 1 till December 25, customers can check their app for daily prizes such as merchandise, cinema tickets, and parking passes. 

    For gift shopping, mall-goers can head over to the holiday fairs across the mall entrance near Zara, along Hidalgo Drive. Rockwell partners with Urbanpod Events on November 7 to 13; Flair on November 21 to 27; The Tasting Club on December 12 to 23; and its own curated fair on November 14 to 20 and December 5 to 11. 

    Exclusive items on shop.TheRockwellist.com will be offered as well, like the new Rockwellist tote, a tumbler in partnership with Klean Kanteen, and special chocolate sets curated by CMV Txokolat and renowned chefs from regions where Rockwell’s properties are – in Manila, Batangas, Cebu, Laguna, Bacolod, and Pampanga.

    Finally, Rockwell’s Christmas thrills won’t be complete without the kids. After years of on-and-off restrictions, kids are free to celebrate the season they know best. A kids’ corner with workshops will be waiting for them at the South Court, R1 Level. Children better watch out for Rockwell’s Roving Santa on weekends, starting on November 26. 

    A whole lot of cheer awaits patrons. Visit Rockwell’s Facebook and Instagram pages to know more. 

  • Salinlahi IV Art Exhibition by Lydia Velasco

    Lydia Velasco, alongside her entire family, is a prominent artist in our generation. The whole Velasco clan will also be present in the exhibition to further showcase their talent and artistic heritage. 

    SALINLAHI IV Art Exhibition

    Drybrush Gallery was formed in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting as a pure online gallery, they have now opened their physical gallery to be a vehicle for artists to showcase their artworks. By narrating the history of the Philippines, its culture, and the common tale captured in each piece, they hope to increase community understanding of Philippine art and its talent.

    WHEN: Exhibition runs until November 11, 2022
    WHERE: Drybrush Gallery, MOA Square, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City

  • Sarah Brightman brings first-ever Christmas concert tour to the Big Dome

    International superstar and famed Broadway and West End actress Sarah Brightman is set to bring the critically acclaimed holiday special-turned concert series entitled “A Christmas Symphony” to the Big Dome on December 7.

    Sarah Brightman brings first ever Christmas concert tour to the Big Dome 2

    Make the Holidays more magical with the Angel of Music as she serenades the Filipino audience with some of the most beloved Christmas carols at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. To further heighten the festive mood in this once in a lifetime music experience, Brightman will be accompanied by an orchestra and choir.

    She is expected to sing Christmas standards like “Silent Night,” “I believe in Father Christmas,” and “Happy Xmas (War is Over).” But aside from those masterpieces, she will also sing some marvelous Andrew Lloyd Webber creations and covers such as “Pie Jesu” and “A Christmas Dream.”

    “Sarah Brightman is the world’s biggest-selling soprano. That’s why we know that this concert is a holiday treat for her Filipino fans. This is one of the most anticipated shows this Holiday season, so we hope that Filipino music lovers will book their tickets early,” Irene L. Jose, COO of Uniprom said.

    Sarah Brightman brings first ever Christmas concert tour to the Big Dome

    Brightman is widely credited as a pioneering force in the classical crossover music movement and is globally renowned for her vocal range of over three octaves. She has the distinct record of being the only artist to have simultaneously topped the Billboard Dance and Classical Music charts.

    She has sold over 30 million units and has received 180 gold and platinum awards in over 40 countries. One of her most iconic works is “Time to Say Goodbye” which she sang with Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli. But aside from her stellar music record, the Grammy Award-nominated artist also made a name for herself in musical theater, as she originated the iconic role of Christine Daaé in the smash hit Phantom of the Opera.

    Meanwhile, Sarah Brightman’s “A Christmas Symphony” has had many iterations in the past years. In 2020, A Christmas Symphony was a livestream event which was seen all over the world. Last year, the American public broadcaster PBS aired A Christmas Symphony throughout November and December. The latter was shot at the historic Christ Church Spitalfields in London and the venue was transformed into a winter wonderland to evoke the magnificence of this musical extravaganza. Now, the special is Brightman’s first-ever Christmas tour that is being brought to many countries around the globe and enchanting audiences the world over.

    “Christmas is a special event for us Pinoys,” Jose said. “This special music event promises to make our Holidays more remarkable through the power of music. So, make sure that you don’t miss out!”

    To purchase your tickets for Sarah Brightman’s “A Christmas Symphony,” please visit this link.

    For more information about Smart Araneta Coliseum, please visit https://smartaranetacoliseum.com/. To inquire about how you can book an event, click this link for Smart Araneta Coliseum.

    You may also visit https://ticketnet.com.ph/ to see all the upcoming events at the Smart Araneta Coliseum and the New Frontier Theater and book tickets for these events. You may also like and follow them on https://www.facebook.com/TicketNetPH/.

  • Disney Animation’s “Strange World” – All-New Featurette Now Available

    A new featurette is now available for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ action-packed adventure “Strange World,” revealing how the voice cast describes the upcoming feature: crazy, bizarre, adventurous, mysterious, thrilling, mind-blowing and, of course, strange.

    Featured stars include Jake Gyllenhaal, who lends his voice to Searcher Clade, a family man who finds himself out of his element on an unpredictable mission; Dennis Quaid, who voices Searcher’s larger-than-life explorer father, Jaeger; Jaboukie Young-White, who is the voice of Searcher’s 16-year-old, adventure-seeking son, Ethan; Gabrielle Union, who provides the voice of Meridian Clade, an accomplished pilot and Searcher’s partner in all things; and Lucy Liu, who voices Callisto Mal, Avalonia’s fearless leader who spearheads the exploration into the strange world.

    STRANGE WORLD firstLook final v02 111621
    STRANGE WORLD ONLINE USE teaserTrailer12 6k film.0085

    Opening in Philippine cinemas this Nov. 23rd, the feature film introduces a legendary family of explorers, the Clades, as they attempt to navigate an uncharted, treacherous land alongside a motley crew that includes a mischievous blob, a three-legged dog and a slew of ravenous creatures. “Strange World” is helmed by Don Hall (Oscar®-winning “Big Hero 6,” “Raya and the Last Dragon”) and co-director/writer Qui Nguyen (co-writer “Raya and the Last Dragon”), and produced by Roy Conli (Oscar®-winning “Big Hero 6,” “Tangled”).