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  • Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo to Direct CCP’s 53rd Anniversary Gala

    Musical theater artist Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo returns to directing live shows with Musikal II, the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ 53rd anniversary gala on September 10, 8:00 p.m. at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo.

    Yulo envisioned Musikal II to herald the return of the Filipino musicals, after the two years of the pandemic.

    “Every artist has a story to tell on how they survived during the pandemic. As you very well know, it hit our industry the hardest.  But a lot of artists found ways to survive,” Yulo said.

    “Streaming performances, selling food they baked or cooked themselves, teaching online, and even selling recording devices, ring lights, etc.  We artists know how to improvise when pushed into a corner.  Musikal II is my return to directing a live show.  So I am very excited.”

    Musikal II consists of songs from original Filipino musicals from 2015 to 2021.

    It will feature songs from Eto Na! Musikal nAPO!, Kanser the Musical, Felix Starro, Ang Larawan, LapuLapu, ang Datu ng Mactan, Guadalupe, Awitin Mo at Isasayaw Ko, F(r)iction, Changing Partners, Ang Huling El Bimbo the Musical, Binondo, A Tsinoy Musical, Dekada ‘70, A Game of Trolls, Mabining Mandirigma A Steampunk Musical, Aurelio Sedisyoso A Rock Sarswela, The Quest for the Adarna, Ding Ang Bato, Kung Paano Ako Naging Leading Lady, Himala, Isang Musikal, and Daluyong ng Diwa.

    Stephen Sondheim’s Follies was Yulo’s inspiration for Musikal II.

    “The premise of Follies is they all return to a theater that has run its course and is about to be demolished.  And as you see them you also see the “ghosts” of their younger selves roaming the theater,” Yulo explained.

    “So Musikal II is a reunion in a theater abandoned when the pandemic hit. They reminisce about performances of the past and recreated them using items they find from the shows.  Some are seen from the memory of a particular individual and some are re-enacted. So in essence there are realms.  Reality and Memory.”

    Leading artists from various theater companies will perform in the show.  Among them are Bituin Escalante, Bayang Barrios, Arman Ferrer, Shiela Valderrama-Martinez, Carla Guevara Laforteza, Sandino Martin, Reb Atadero, Delphine Buencamino, Topper Fabregas, Upeng Fernandez, Vic Robinson, Ricci Chan and Juliene Mendoza.

    One of the challenges they faced in mounting the show was the availability of material and original cast.  “Remember no theater company had really done any shows the last 2 years,” Yulo pointed out.

    With Yulo on Musikal II’s creative and production team are Ejay Yatco and Vince De Jesus, musical directors/arrangers, choreographers Daniel Cabrera and PJ Rebullida, Lights Designer John Batalla, Sound Engineer Aji Manalo, Set Designer Ricardo Eric Cruz, Technical Director Dong Calingacion, and Stage Manager Ed Murillo.

    According to Yulo, the two new compositions of Vince De Jesus, specially commissioned for Musikal II will highlight the production.  Entitled Muling Gisingin and Nandito Pa Rin Ako, these will be performed by the all-star cast.

    This event is invitational but certain sections are free and open to the public. Tickets for the public will be released at the CCP Main Ramp two hours before the performance on a first-come, first-served basis.

    The show will be live streamed on the CCP Facebook page.

    Please check the health and safety protocols at https://bit.ly/staysafeatCCP. For more information, visit the CCP (www.culturalcenter.gov.ph) and follow the official CCP social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest updates.

  • Panda Express® Original Orange Chicken Turns 35, Treats Fans with Deals, Promos

    The Original Orange Chicken® turns 35! The Original Orange Chicken of Panda Express®, the largest Asian dining concept in the world, is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, and what better way to celebrate its birthday than to gift its fans with deals to fill their tummies.

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    From now until September 30, 2022, fans of this culinary creation can enjoy special deals and other surprises on their dine-in, web app, and delivery purchases.

    “For 35 years, The Original Orange Chicken has been a quintessential American Chinese dish that stood the test of time and remains Panda’s best-selling menu item,” said Jimmy Wang, Executive Director of Culinary Innovation at Panda Express. “This iconic dish has revolutionized the concept of American Chinese cuisine – a timeless cuisine that takes a hybrid approach of bridging cultures, ingredients, and flavors while respecting its roots.”

    Origin of the Original

    Panda Express was founded by husband-and-wife tandem, co-CEO and co-founders Andrew and Peggy Cherng in 1983. They popularized American Chinese cuisine by using authentic Chinese recipes adapted to global tastes, which successfully established the brand as the largest Asian dining concept in the US and the largest American Chinese concept in the world.

    Since the opening of the first Panda Express® location in the Philippines in late 2019, the bestselling Original Orange Chicken, a wok-tossed crispy chicken entree coated in sweet, tangy sauce, has drawn strong support from Filipino foodies. The dish was inspired by Panda’s co-founder Andrew Cherng’s hometown flavors of Yangzhou, China.

    The Original Orange Chicken is Panda’s most popular dish and represents about a third of the entire business. In 2021, Panda Express® served over 117 million pounds of Orange Chicken worldwide!

    Anniversary Deal

    Starting August 15th through September 30th, dine-in guests may enjoy P35 off coupons for their Original Orange Chicken bowl, plate, and bigger plate orders. For those who are using the web app to purchase their Panda favorites, there will be a free medium pail of Orange Chicken on minimum order value of P750. For more information about the offers, visit order.pandaexpress.com.ph; offers cannot be combined with other promotions and discounts.

    Meanwhile, take P135 off on Original Orange Chicken large ala carte orders via GrabFood  available from September 1st through September 30th.

    To date, Panda Express has eleven stores in the whole of Metro Manila that are open for dine-in, take-out, and delivery through order.pandaexpress.com.ph, GrabFood, and foodpanda. Delivery locations include select areas in Manila, Pasay, Makati, and Quezon City.

    These stores are located in Don Antonio, Quezon City; SM Megamall; SM North EDSA; SM Grand Central; SM Southmall; Robinsons Place Manila; Shell SLT, SLEX Southbound; Double Dragon Meridian Park; SM Mall of Asia; Greenmeadows and Betterliving, Parañaque.

    To get more information on Panda Express, you may visit www.facebook.com/PandaExpressPH/ (Facebook) and @PandaExpressPH (Instagram).

  • CCP Celebrates 53rd Anniversary with Musikal II Featuring Songs from Filipino Musicals

    In celebration of its 53rd anniversary, the Cultural Center of the Philippines will hold a one-night musical spectacle on September 10, 8:00 p.m. at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo. 

    Dubbed “Musikal II” the gala will provide a rousing start to the moving out and improving the CCP Main Building that will bring it up to par with the world’s best facilities.  The CCP building will be closed beginning January 1, 2023, for rehabilitation for two years.

    Musikal II

    The “Hanggang sa Muli” show starts with a gala Musikal II which consists of songs from original Filipino musicals from 2015 to 2021.  

    It will feature songs from Eto Na! Musikal nAPO!, Kanser the Musical, Felix Starro, Ang Larawan, LapuLapu, ang Datu ng Mactan, Guadalupe, Awitin Mo at Isasayaw Ko, F(r)iction, Changing Partners, Ang Huling El Bimbo the Musical, Binondo, A Tsinoy Musical, Dekada ‘70, A Game of Trolls, Mabining Mandirigma A Steampunk Musical, Aurelio Sedisyoso A Rock Sarswela, The Quest for the Adarna, Ding Ang Bato, Kung Paano Ako Naging Leading Lady, Himala, Isang Musikal, and Daluyong ng Diwa.

    Leading artists from various theater companies will perform in the show.  Among them are Bituin Escalante, Bayang Barrios, Arman Ferrer, Shiela Valderrama-Martinez, Carla Guevara Laforteza, Sandino Martin, Reb Atadero, Delphine Buencamino, Topper Fabregas, Upeng Fernandez, Vic Robinson, Ricci Chan and Juliene Mendoza.

    On the creative and production team are Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, director, Ejay Yatco and Vince De Jesus, musical directors/arrangers, choreographers Daniel Cabrera and PJ Rebullida, Lights Designer John Batalla, Sound Engineer Aji Manalo, Set Designer Ricardo Eric Cruz, Technical Director Dong Calingacion, and Stage Manager Ed Murillo.

    The two new compositions of Vince De Jesus, specially commissioned for Musikal II will highlight the production.  Entitled Muling Gisingin and Nandito Pa Rin Ako, these will be performed by the all-star cast.

    Yulo envisioned Musikal II to herald the return of the Filipino musicals.

    This event is invitational but certain sections are free and open to the public. Tickets for the public will be released at the CCP Main Ramp two hours before the performance on a first-come, first-served basis.

    The show will be live streamed on the CCP Facebook page.

    Please check the health and safety protocols at https://bit.ly/staysafeatCCP.

    For more information, visit the CCP (www.culturalcenter.gov.ph) and follow the official CCP social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for the latest updates.

  • The CCP Presents Their Special Concert Series 2022

    The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) presents the SPECIAL CONCERT SERIES, a series of solo concerts by eminent Filipino musicians on September, October, and November 2022, 7:30 in the evening at the CCP Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez (Black Box Theater).

    Stefanie Quintin, a soprano with “a voice with remarkable flexibility and a truly commanding musical presence”, starts the series off on September 7. She performs music from the Renaissance to the present day and includes several world premieres in her repertoire. Among her many accomplishments is the premier performance of works by such composers as Dr. Ramon Santos, the Philippine National Artist for Music, and the American composer Eli Marshall.  She has given solo performances at the AsiaEurope New Music Festival in Vietnam, the Yilan International Arts Festival in Taiwan, the soundSCAPE Festival in Italy, the Baroque Festival in Singapore, and the International Bamboo Organ Festival in the United States (Philippines).

    The second concert in the series features trombonist Ricson Poonin on October 12.  As a soloist, Poonin is noted for exhibiting his signature musicality, sound technique, and adaptability.  He graduated from the UST in 2009 with a Bachelor of Music, Trombone Performance Major.  He won first place in the UST solo competition and the National Music Competition for Young Artists Solo Category C.

    Finally, guitarist Ivar Fojas will be featured on November 16.  Ivar is a Fulbright scholar who, in 2011, earned a doctorate from the University of Arizona’s acclaimed Bolton Guitar Studies Program.  Prior to beginning his Ph.D. studies, Ivar was a busy performer who gave solo recitals and was a featured soloist with orchestras such as the Manila Symphony Orchestra and Peace Philharmonic Philippines.  He has participated in master workshops given by classical guitar greats.

    For more information about the event, please follow the official CCP social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

    Beyond simply performing, each artist will share their skills and knowledge with selected participants in Master Classes.  For those who want to be part of the Masterclass, please call the CCP Artist Training Division at 8832-1125 loc. 1605 or email artist.training@culturalcenter.gov.ph

  • Sarah Brigthman Celebrates The Holidays with ‘A Christmas Symphony’ Coming to Manila This December!

    Last year, the world’s biggest-selling Soprano and legendary GRAMMY® Award-nominated artist Sarah Brightman entertained her first-ever Christmas tour Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony … and it warmed hearts of both fans and critics alike, being named the ultimate holiday event! Given the overwhelming response, and in celebration of her favorite time of the year, Sarah begins a new Christmas tradition, by taking her A Christmas Symphony Tour internationally for the first time! The tour will be coming to Manila on December 7, 2022 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

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    Presented by Wilbros Live and Smart Araneta Coliseum. Accompanied by orchestra and a choir, this beautiful holiday show will feature Sarah Brightman performing show-stopping renditions of classics from the Christmas canon, along with personal holiday favorites and many of her greatest hits.

    Known as the world’s best-selling Soprano and UNESCO Artist for Peace Ambassador, Sarah Brightman has amassed sales of more than 30 million, receiving awards in over 40 countries. She originated the role of Christine Daaé in the world-renowned The Phantom of the Opera on both West End and Broadway stages and has performed at such prestigious events including the Concert for Diana, The Kennedy Center Honors and the Barcelona and Beijing Olympic Games. Sarah’s albums Eden, La Luna, Harem, Symphony and Dreamchaser were each chart-topping Billboard hits and were all accompanied by world tours. Her most recent full-length studio album HYMN was released in 2018 and debuted at #1 on the Classical and Classical crossover Billboard charts. The HYMN world tour began in South America in September 2018 and concluded in her hometown of London, England in November 2019. Brightman has been recognized for her outstanding contribution to music and theatre with a ‘STAR’ on the world-renowned, majestic Hollywood Walk of Fame, in addition to receiving an Honorary Doctor of Arts (Hon DArt).

    Tickets to Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony in Manila goes on-sale on Saturday, September 10 at 10AM via TicketNet.com.ph, TicketNet outlets nationwide or Call 8911-5555 for more information.

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  • 5 Reasons Why the K-Drama ‘Little Women’ is Your Next Must-Watch Netflix Series

    After the refreshing legal drama Extraordinary Attorney Woo and the action-packed heist film Seoul Vibe, Netflix is set to bring us yet another exciting title from South Korea, this time a thrilling drama that promises a lot of hard-hitting twists– Little Women.

    Before its premiere this September 3, we’re giving you five reasons why you should catch the new series when it finally drops on Netflix this weekend.

    1. The director of Vincenzo is back to bring us a new gripping mystery.

    Vincenzo is one of the K-dramas that got us thrilled and entertained as we stayed at home in 2021. This year, Vincenzo‘s Kim Hee-won is back on the director’s chair to bring us yet another gripping mystery. For Little Women, Hee-won joins forces with writer Chung Seo Kyung, who is known for her works in the masterpiece The Handmaiden and Decision to Leave. Seo Kyung wrote this new tale where three sisters who live in poverty find themselves going against the richest and most influential family in Korea.

    “Writer Chung Seo Kyung reimagined the novel Little Women, starting with the question ‘What if the sisters came to Korea?” explained director Hee-won at a recent press conference for the series. “The tightly-knit narrative is brought to life by the production designer Ryu Seong-hee and the powerful cast performances. It was a great experience to work with this dream team.”

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    2. The show is led by three strong women played by brilliant actresses.

    Little Women is led by three sisters with diverging personalities, but love and protect each other nonetheless. Playing the eldest sister, Oh Injoo, is Kim Go-eun, who has exhibited her acting skills in titles like Yumi’s Cells, Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, and The King: Eternal Monarch.

    “Injoo is a hardworking girl and always does her best, who seems to think it is the reason for her existence-she is complex and multifaceted, so I dived into the character from various angles,” said Go-eun about Injoo.

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    Photo from ‘Little Women’ trailer

    The second sister is Oh Inkyung who is played by Nam Ji-hyun from 100 Days My Prince. Wiser than the eldest, In-kyung also loves her sisters but she does not want to be enslaved to money like Injoo. Finally, Park Ji-hu of All of Us Are Dead fame plays the youngest sister Oh Inhye, an art prodigy who feels that her sisters’ love are a little burdening.

    Director Kim Hee-won stated, “The three actors have such a warm chemistry with their kind personalities and professional attitudes. They are supportive of each other, which makes them a perfect ensemble”.

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    3. Wi Ha-Jun & more well-known actors complete the cast.

    Also joining the cast of Little Women are more well-sought and veteran actors that will bring life to the characters surrounding the Oh Sisters’ lives. Wi Ha-joon of Squid Game and Bad and Crazy will play the mysterious character of Choi Do-il.

    “The more I read into the script, the more I found him mysterious,” shared Ha-jun at the press conference. “’What was his upbringing like? How did he end up with such convictions and values? Why does he act that way? How does he feel about In-joo?’ I had endless questions about him, wanting to find out more about him. I found that appealing and wanted to flesh that out about him.”

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    Also part of the cast are  Kang Hoon (Into Your Time, Twenty Five Twenty One), Kim Mi-Sook (Artificial City, Man in the Kitchen), Uhm Ki-Joon (The Penthouse, Defendant), Uhm Ji-Won (The Cursed: Dead Man’s Prey), Jeon Chae-Eun (If You Wish Upon Me), and Jo Seung-Yeon (The Perfect Couple) to name a few.

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    Photo from ‘Little Women’ trailer

    4. It’s a drama that “little women” can relate to.

    Much like the novel that inspired the drama, Little Women aims to tell stories about the women of the world sunk in poverty and feeling powerless. “I dared to use the title Little Women with reverence and gratitude for the novel, and because the story is relatable to all girls in poverty in any place, any time,” said writer Chung Seo-kyung in a statement. “I wanted to add our story to the story of little women all around the world. I wanted to write a story where people in their teens to their 30s are the main characters.”

    Director Hee-won also added that Little Women “contains both a reality relatable to all, and the mysterious workings of the imagination. Though it seems like a small and trifling story, there’s a large and deep implication underneath.”

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    5. Expect a detailed mystery with beautiful mise-en-scène

    Director Kim Hee-won is known for the amount of details she puts into her work, making the audiences coming back for more. In her latest drama, the director says that she wanted to “Overturn people’s expectation that Little Women is just a cozy and warm story,” and reflect the dark truth in our society through the issues each sibling is faced with.

    Hee-won also expressed her admiration for the show’s writer, Chung Seo-kyung; production designer Ryu Seong-hee; and music composer Park Se-joon. “It is an honor to work with director Ryu on her first series who did a perfect job in painting the perfect picture,” stated Hee-won. “She created never-before-seen, elaborate sets that were all unique but under a unified theme. Music composer Park Se-joon who worked on Vincenzo with me, composed different genre tracks including classical music, which imbued power into the entire production.”

    With such a powerhouse of creators paired with a talented cast, viewers can expect Little Women to be a work of art with a fast-paced storyline, compelling motive, and a beautifully put together mise-en-scène.

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    The 12-episode drama, Little Women, starts streaming on Netflix this September 3. Follow us on  Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to get the latest news on film, TV, and more updates around the city!

  • Prime Video Celebrates Singapore Premiere of The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power With More Than 200 Guests at the Flower Dome

    Prime Video concluded its Gala Premiere of the highly anticipated series, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power last September 1 at the Flower Dome in Singapore. The event was attended by more than 200 guests, among them celebrities from Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand, as well as Erika North, Director of Prime Video, government representatives, brand partners and fans ofThe Lord of the Rings franchise. Attendees were among the first in Southeast Asia to watch the first two episodes of the series. Prime Video will launch The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power today, September 2 in more than 240 countries and territories around the world. 

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    A star-studded line-up to celebrate its premiere

    Celebrities in attendance from Indonesia were Arief Muhammad, Chicco Jerikho, Febby Rastanty, Iqbaal Ramadhan, Jerome Polin, Mikha Tambayong and Nana Mirdad. From the Philippines, Anne Curtis-Smith, Donny Pangilinan, Ian Veneracion, Jericho Rosales, Karylle and Yael Yuzon, as well as Piolo Pascual. From Singapore, the event was attended by Eswari Gunasagar, Nurul Aini, Pierre Png and Sonia Chew. Hailing from Thailand, top tier celebrities in attendance were Ananda Everingham, Baifern Pimchanok Luesvisadpaibul, Chutavuth Pattarakampol, Mario Maurer, Monchanok Saengchaipiangpen, Neng Sarun Naraprasertkul and Prin Suparat.

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    From left to right: Piolo Pascual, Donny Pangilinan, Ian Veneracion, Jericho Rosales

    An immersive, full sensory experience

     The Singapore premiere offered guests and immersive, full sensory experience: Themes of Light versus Dark, Hope versus Despair were brought to life through visual cues, interactive displays and through the food served. The juxtaposition of themes took attendees on a journey of wonder and discovery.

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    From left to right: Donny Pangilinan, Karylle Yuzon, Yael Yuzon, Ananda Everingham,Baifern, Nana Mirdad, Andrew White

    About The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Series

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    Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power brings to screens for the very first time the heroic legends of the fabled Second Age of Middle-earth’s history. This epic drama is set thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings books, and will take viewers back to an era in which great powers were forged, kingdoms rose to glory and fell to ruin, unlikely heroes were tested, hope hung by the finest of threads, and one of the greatest villains that ever flowed from Tolkien’s pen threatened to cover all the world in darkness. Beginning in a time of relative peace, the series follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared reemergence of evil to Middle-earth. From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains, to the majestic forests of the elf capital of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the farthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone. The series is led by showrunners and executive producers J.D. Payne & Patrick McKay and stars a celebrated cast led by Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Robert Aramayo, Owain Arthur, Maxim Baldry, Nazanin Boniadi, Morfydd Clark, Ismael Cruz Córdova, Charles Edwards, Trystan Gravelle, Sir Lenny Henry, Ema Horvath, Markella Kavenagh, Tyroe Muhafidin, Sophia Nomvete, Lloyd Owen, Megan Richards, Dylan Smith, Charlie Vickers, Leon Wadham, Benjamin Walker, Daniel Weyman, and Sara Zwangobani.

  • National Geographic’s September Lineup is Amped with Adrenaline, Gastronomic Adventures, and More

    National Geographic is bringing you more exciting and compelling titles to catch on the channel this month of September! Dive into the minds of the world’s greatest athletes with an adrenaline-filled adventure in Edge Of The Unknown With Jimmy Chin. Get a front-row seat to intimate interviews and archival footage from the world’s top adventure athletes as they recount their personal stories of transcendence on the journey to perfect the mastery of their craft.

    Follow the world’s all-star top chefs on a culinary journey with host Phil Davenport, showcasing the skills that made them the culinary inspirations that they are today in Eating Inn. 

    Through windy railroads and mountainous terrain, hop onboard an adventure of a lifetime in World’s Greatest Train Journeys From Above. Embark on a stunning venture across world-famous and lesser-known national parks in America in America’s National Parks. 

    As the 21st anniversary of the 9/11 attacks draws near, follow Luis Rivera’s mission to search for his missing wife in 9/11: Missing Carmen Rivera. Check out the highlights of National Geographic’s programs this month:

    Epic Adventures

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    Edge Of The Unknown With Jimmy Chin

    Premieres every Monday from September 15 at 10pm on National Geographic (Singtel CH 201, Starhub CH 411), (Astro CH 551), (Skycable CH41 SD | CH195 HD)

    Grab onto the edge of your seats as you witness how some of the world’s top athletes prepare mentally, physically and emotionally for their high-stakes endeavours. Redefine the psychological and physical limits of the human body with Jimmy Chin as he uncovers how athletes adapt and evolve, even after being confronted by fear, devastating personal loss, and Mother Nature at her harshest. 

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    World’s Greatest Train Journeys From Above

    Premieres every Tuesday, September 6 at 10pm on National Geographic (Singtel CH 201, Starhub CH 411), (Astro CH 551), (Skycable CH41 SD | CH195 HD) 

    Follow some of the world’s most extraordinary railway journeys from above as you’re taken on the adventure of a lifetime! Marvel at spectacular scenery and explore the engineering marvels of the world with the people behind the exceptional engineering, as well as the people who live alongside the railroads. 

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    America’s National Parks 

    Premieres every Tuesday, September 6 at 9pm on National Geographic (Singtel CH 201, Starhub CH 411), (Astro CH 551), (Skycable CH41 SD | CH195 HD) 

    Embark on a stunning venture across world-famous and lesser-known national parks in America. Admire the geological wonders of America, from the iconic Grand Canyon National Park to the rugged beauty of Badlands National park, and get an inside glimpse into the lives of the wild inhabitants who have made these beautiful parks their home. 

    A Culinary Journey 

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    Eating Inn

    Premieres every Thursday from September 15 at 7pm on National Geographic (Singtel CH 201, Starhub CH 411), (Astro CH 551), (Skycable CH41 SD | CH195 HD) 

    Get an in-depth glimpse into how celebrity chefs Daniel Boulud, Gordon Ramsay, Wolfgang Puck and more tastefully design some of the world’s best culinary experiences. From travelling to five star venues across Asia to Alsace in France, join Phil Davenport as he brings the hidden wonders of the culinary world right to your doorstep. 

    Remembering 9/11

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    9/11: Missing Carmen Rivera 

    Premieres every Sunday from September 11 at 10pm on National Geographic (Singtel CH 201, Starhub CH 411), (Astro CH 551), (Skycable CH41 SD | CH195 HD) 

    Follow Luis Rivera as he embarks on a determined, months-long mission to search for his missing wife, Carmen, following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. 

    Man’s Best Friend

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    A Dog’s World (Stunt)

    Premieres Monday from September 5 at 8.30pm on Nat Geo Wild (Singtel CH 207, Starhub CH 413), (Astro CH 550), (Skycable CH66 SD | CH193 HD)

    Get ready for a ball of a time with Nat Geo Wild’s favourite canine companions! Go behind the scenes with the amazing veterinarians who tirelessly work together to help our furry friends feel their very best.

  • Catch Explosive Action, Familiar Favourites and a Special Batman Day Line-up on HBO Go, Warner TV and Cartoon Network this September

    This month, HBO premieres two thrillers, The Protégé and Last Night in Soho, while all-new seasons of The Cleaning Lady, DC’s Stargirl and Young Sheldon return on Warner TV. Cartoon Network presents two brand-new series premiere – Monkie Kid brings us MK, a young boy who discovers the Monkey King’s staff and finds himself on a mission to defeat evil, and Mumfie, a young elephant with the best intentions. To top it off, celebrate Batman Day with the best of the Caped Crusader’s films and animated series on HBO, HBO GO and Cartoon Network!

    Killer instincts and mystery on HBO and HBO GO

    The Protégé

    Premieres Saturday, September 10 on HBO and HBO GO

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    The Protégé – Maggie Q and Samuel L. Jackson

    Rescued as a child by the legendary assassin Moody and trained in the family business, Anna is the world’s most skilled contract killer. But when Moody the man who was like a father to her and taught her everything she needs to know about trust and survival is brutally killed, Anna vows revenge. As she becomes entangled with an enigmatic killer whose attraction to her goes way beyond cat and mouse, their confrontation turns deadly and the loose ends of a life spent killing will weave themselves ever tighter. Stars Samuel L. Jackson, Maggie Q and Michael Keaton.

    Last Night in Soho

    Premieres Saturday, September 24 on HBO and HBO GO

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    In this psychological thriller by acclaimed director Edgar Wright, Eloise an aspiring fashion designer, is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s, where she encounters a dazzling wannabe singer, Sandie. But the glamour is not all it appears to be, and the dreams of the past start to crack and splinter into something far darker. Stars Thomasin McKenzie and Anya Taylor Joy.

    DC’s Stargirl Season 3

    Premieres Thursday, September 1 on Warner TV

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    DCs Stargirl S3 – Brec Bassinger

    Follow high school sophomore Courtney Whitmore as she inspires an unlikely group of young heroes to stop the villains of the past. This new drama reimagines Stargirl and the very first superhero team, the Justice Society of America, in an unpredictable series that focuses on the character that started creator Geoff Johns’ career as a comic book writer when he created her in 1999. Stars Brec Bassinger, Luke Wilson, Amy Smart, Yvette Monreal, and Anjelika Washington.

    The Cleaning Lady Season 2

    Premieres Tuesday, September 20 on Warner TV

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    The Cleaning Lady – Elodie Yung

    A whip-smart Cambodian doctor comes to the U.S. for medical treatment to save her ailing son, but when the system fails and pushes her into hiding, she refuses to be beaten down and marginalized. Instead, she becomes a cleaning lady for organized crime, using her cunning and intelligence to forge her own path in the criminal underworld. Stars Elodie Yung, Adan Canto, Oliver Hudson, Martha Millan and Sean Lew.

    Young Sheldon Season 6

    Premieres Friday, September 30 on Warner TV

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    Young Sheldon S6 – Raegan Revord and Iain Armitage

    It isn’t easy growing up in East Texas when you’re a once-in-a-generation mind capable of advanced mathematics and science in a land where church and football are king. As a vulnerable, gifted and somewhat naïve Sheldon deals with the world, his very normal family must find a way to deal with him. His father struggles with a son he doesn’t understand while his mother fiercely protects and nurtures her son in a town where he just doesn’t fit in. Sheldon’s older brother, Georgie, does the best he can in high school, but it’s tough to be cool when you’re in the same classes with your odd 9-year-old brother. Finally, there’s Sheldon’s twin sister, Missy, who sometimes resents all the attention Sheldon gets, but also remains the one person who can reliably tell Sheldon the truth. Stars Iain Armitage, Zoe Perry, Lance Barber, Annie Potts, Montana Jordan and Raegan Revord.

    Fun adventures and escapades on Cartoon Network

    Monkie Kid

    Premieres Saturday, September 3 on Cartoon Network

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    HBO GO – Monkie Kid

    A young boy named MK, who is obsessed with the old legends, discovers Monkey King’s staff that was left on top of a hill to imprison the Demon Bull King. When the Demon Bull King is released, MK must go on a journey of self-discovery to become the hero this generation needs. Through trials and tribulations, MK will discover new powers, responsibilities, and ways of defeating the villains in this futuristic world.

    Mumfie

    Premieres Saturday, September 24 on Cartoon Network

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    HBO GO – Mumfie

    Meet Cartoonito’s Mumfie, a beautifully optimistic young elephant, and his best friends Pinkey and Jelly Bean! In the intriguing episode ‘The Three Promises’, Mumfie is sure he can keep all three promises to his friends, but for how long? Then in ‘Incredible Jelly Bean’, Jelly Bean tells everyone that he can speak every language in the world. Also check out ‘A Little Joke’ where it is Neighbours Day and Mumfie and his friends are busy preparing the festivities, but they are plagued by a mysterious joker who has decided to disrupt the preparations.

    Celebrate Batman Day on HBO, HBO GO and Cartoon Network

    The Batman

    Premieres Saturday, September 17 on HBO

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    The Batman – Robert Pattinson

    Set in his second year of fighting crime, Batman uncovers corruption in Gotham City while facing a serial killer known as the Riddler. The star-studded ensemble of Gotham’s famous and infamous cast of characters includes Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz, Andy Serkis and Colin Farrell. Stream The Batman on HBO GO.

    Batman Day Programming Stunt

    From Saturday-Sunday, September 16 – 17 on HBO GO

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    Zack Snyders Justice League – Ray Fisher and Ben Affleck

    Grab some popcorn and spend your weekend with the Caped Crusader through Seasons 1 and 2 of Batman: The Animated Series on September 16. Not to be missed are also some of the very best crime-fighting action from The Batman, Zack Snyder’s Justice League, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and The Dark Knight on September 17, all streaming on HBO GO.

    Animated Action

    On Saturday, September 17 on Cartoon Network

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    HBO GO – Batman The Brave and The Bold

    Enjoy an epic Batman marathon of LEGO Batman: The Movie – DC Super Heroes Unite, Lego DC Batman: Family Matters, Batman: The Brave And The Bold, and Justice League Action.

    Channel numbers for your reference:

    • Cartoon Network: Cignal: Ch. 74 (SD), Ch. 220 (HD), Sky Cable: Ch. 43 (SD), Ch. 178 (HD)
    • Boomerang: Cignal: Ch. 76, Sky Cable: Ch. 42
    • Warner TV: Cignal Ch. 235 and Sky Cable Ch. 34 (SD) and Ch. 197 (HD)
    • HBO: Cignal: Ch. 53 (SD), Ch. 210 (HD), Sky Cable: Ch. 54 (SD) and Ch. 168 (HD)

    Subscribe to HBO GO online at https://www.hbogoasia.ph/ or the mobile app via the App Store or Play Store. Or access HBO GO via Cignal, Globe and Skycable. HBO GO is also available on Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV – and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.

  • Muchos in Boracay Brings You Latin American Flavors by the Beach

    Muchos—much, many, a lot of. 

    And, true to form, Muchos, Boracay’s hottest Latin American Kitchen and Bar, delivers a lot of flavor and zing to the island’s famed shores. While this fresh hotspot by Station 1’s beachfront just opened its doors in March 2022, it has easily become one of Boracay’s bounce-back beacons— helping revive the island’s vibrance, injecting post-pandemic freshness, and offering superb sensorial pleasures and great eats. Muchos veers away from the typical mex-mix restos and embraces the Latin vibe with mucho gusto. Think: South American spices, fun bursts of palate surprises, traditional Latin fare (Brazilian, Peruvian, Bolivian, etc.), a showcase of the diverse tastes and colors from Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America. The result? A true reflection of the Latinos’ colorful cultural history on every plate, all while pulling from the freshest catch and produce available in Malay, Aklan.

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    So far, the Muchos concept has been warmly received by Boracaynons and visitors alike. It has been gaining raves for both its diverse menu and couture cocktails. Its tequila and mezcal bar (the first of its kind here on the island!) and its margaritas are now island faves. Its tacos and Latin mains now have an avid following. With a trusty ceviche lineup and ultra-fresh Latin bowls, guests can enjoy the tropical freshness in creative ways. Muchos also adds to the fun Boracay vibe with novel experiences to try— Friday serenades, sunset hangs, Latin dance nights. These shake up the usual bar rounds, and help create interesting and lasting memories of the island paradise. And since the kitchen bar is right on the beach, Muchos is a convenient walk along the shore and has a breathtaking view of Boracay’s majestic sunset.

    Sunset view from Muchos
    Dinner at Muchos

    Muchos has become an easy fave of island regulars who want that extra TLC when it comes to food and service—a luxury on an island that’s often too busy for that personal touch. This, according to Muchos’ restaurateur couple Patrick and Shria Florencio (also of Boracay’s Nonie’s and Little Taj), is what truly sets Muchos apart: its standing belief that “everyone deserves nourishing food and excellent service.” Muchos is a family endeavor, and joining the duo are Patrick’s brother, a passionate Mariachi performer; Patrick’s sister, a fiery Flamenco dancer; and their sister-in-law, a lovely Latina who hails from a quaint town in Brazil. They all agree that the dining experience is more than just yummy grub; it’s a holistic experience. It’s food with fab ingredients, service that makes you feel at home, and a cultural treat that still honors its island home, Boracay.

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    Tacos and Cholula
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    At Muchos, they’re definitely not scrimping on anything—interiors, food, cocktails, or experiences. Diners will surely get the best Latin-Boracay experience on the island during every visit. At this Latin kitchen bar, everything is always a little extra—because islanders deserve Muchos of the good life.

    Muchos is located on the Ground Floor of the Zuzuni Hotel, Station 1 Beachfront, and is open from 11 AM – 11 PM daily. For more information about Muchos or reservation, contact this number: 0969 101 0140.