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Bluey’s Big Play is Coming to the Philippines From July 31 to August 9, 2026

Ticket pre-sale starts on November 21 at 12 NN, followed by the general on-sale on November 22 at 12 NN via www.InsigniaPresents.com. he Olivier Award-nominated Bluey’s Big Play: The Stage Show will be live at the Newport Performing Arts Theaterfrom July 31 to August 9, 2026.

Featuring brilliantly created puppets, this theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series is packed with music, laughter, and fun for the whole family. Audiences of all ages will get to see Bluey, Bingo, Mum (Chilli) and Dad (Bandit) as they’ve never seen them before.

When Dad feels like a little bit of afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. With an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush, this is Bluey – for real life.

“Bluey has quickly become a beloved part of family life in the Philippines, with fans embracing the series’ heartwarming stories and spirit of learning through play,” said Sophia Spinelli, VP of Brands and Marketing, BBC Studios Asia. “The response to the theatrical stage show from fans around the world has been nothing short of amazing and we’re absolutely delighted to have Manila as the second Asian stop in Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Showworld tour. We can’t wait for Filipino families to experience the world of Bluey and her family in a brand new way and live on stage in their city.”

Andrew Kay, Producer, HVK Productions said: “We are absolutely thrilled to bring Bluey’s Big Play to Manila! Sharing the magic of Bluey with families in the Philippines is incredibly exciting. The story, the music, and the humourof Bluey resonate with children and adults alike and we can’t wait to see the joy and laughter it brings to audiences there. Manila is such a vibrant city and we are looking forward to creating unforgettable memories for families together.”

Since premiering in Australia in 2020, Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show has toured globally across the UK, Ireland, Canada, the US, Europe, Singapore, South Africa and the UAE and has been seen by millions of fans worldwide.

Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show features original voices from the TV sensation, including the instantly recognizable voices of Melanie Zanetti as Mum and David McCormack as Dad. The larger-than-life puppets are commanded by a talented international cast. It is directed by Rosemary Myers of Windmill Theatre Company, and presented by BBC Studios and Andrew Kay in association with Windmill Theatre Co.

Since bursting onto TV screens in Australia in 2018, Bluey has enjoyed a plethora of critical success at home and abroad, most recently winning Best Children’s Program at the 2025 TV WEEK Logie Awards. Bluey has also won a 2022 BAFTA Children & Young People Award in the International category and picked up its sixth AACTA Best Children’s Program award, adding to its International Emmy.

A global-ratings hit, Bluey was the most-watched series globally on Disney+. In the Philippines, Bluey first premiered in 2020 and is available to watch on Disney+.

Pre-sale tickets will be available from 12:00PM (local time) on Friday, November 21, exclusively for Insignia Presents newsletter subscribers.

General ticket sales for the shows will open at 12:00PM (local time) on Saturday, November 22. For more information please visit www.InsigniaPresents.com.

November 3, 2025
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.

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.

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.

August 29, 2024
Atsuko Okatsuka’s International Full Grown Tour Comes to Manila with a New Show Added

Get ready for a night of laughter as Atsuko Okatsuka brings her International Full Grown Tour to Manila! The stand-up comedy show is set to take place at Samsung Hall, SM Aura, BGC on July 13, 2024.

Atsuko Okatsuka, known for her fearless and boundary-pushing comedy, is ready to delight Manila audiences with her sharp wit, charisma, and infectious energy. From Los Angeles to Manila, Atsuko’s unique brand of humor guarantees an unforgettable evening of entertainment.

In her International Full Grown Tour, spanning across Asia with legs in Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and now Manila, promises a night of laughter and fun that audiences won’t want to miss.

Due to popular demand and the success of her sold-out first show, we have added a new show on the same day at 6 PM. This additional show will allow more fans to experience Atsuko’s dynamic stand-up comedy performance live.

The Samsung Hall at SM Aura, BGC, offers the perfect setting for Atsuko’s comedy spectacle. With its convenient and central location, Samsung Hall provides the ultimate venue for comedy enthusiasts in Manila.

Tickets for Atsuko Okatsuka’s International Full Grown Tour in Manila at 8 PM are sold out, while tickets for the 6:00 PM show are now available for purchase online at www.InsigniaPresents.com or at any SM Tickets branches nationwide.

For more information and ticket inquiries, please contact Emma at emma@insigniapresents.com.

June 10, 2024
UMI’s Buzzworthy ‘Talking To The Wind’ Tour Hits Manila on April 11

In a much-anticipated return, the rising soulful R&B sensation, UMI, is set to captivate Manila once more. As part of the Insignia Concert Series’ second year, UMI will be gracing the stage of Samsung Hall, SM Aura, in the heart of BGC, Taguig, on a breezy Thursday evening, April 11, 2024. Fans are in for a treat as UMI brings her “Talking To The Wind” tour to the Philippines, promising a night filled with heartfelt melodies and soul-stirring performances.

After leaving a lasting impression with her performance last year, UMI is back, armed with a fresh EP and a massive new single. Her latest EP, “Talking To The Wind,” showcases UMI’s evocative storytelling and velvety vocals, featuring hits like “happy im” and “why dont we go.” Adding to the excitement, fans will also get to experience her recent collaboration “wherever u r (feat. V of BTS)” live.

Tickets for this soulful rendezvous are priced at PHP 3,800 and are set to go on sale starting Wednesday, February 7, 2024. As the seats fill, anticipation grows – ensure your place by purchasing tickets online at www.InsigniaPresents.com or at any SM Tickets outlets nationwide.

In a unique twist, concert-goers have the exclusive opportunity to partake in a VIP Meditation Experience before the show. Imagine the tranquility of centering your mind and energizing your spirit under the guidance of UMI herself. This serene session promises to be a rejuvenating prelude to an evening of soulful music, providing attendees with a moment of calm before the euphoric storm of melodies.

Tickets for the VIP Meditation Experience are priced at PHP 4,000 and available as a ticket upgrade separate from the live concert ticket. Fans are encouraged to purchase their tickets early on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, as availability is limited. Tickets can be purchased online at www.InsigniaPresents.com.

For more information about UMI and her upcoming concert in Manila, please visit www.InsigniaPresents.com.

January 31, 2024
Corey Taylor, Frontman of Slipknot and Stone Sour, Announces CMF2 Tour Stop in Manila on April 1, 2024

Metal heads rejoice! Corey Taylor, the iconic frontman of Slipknot and Stone Sour, is finally coming to Manila and is set to take the stage at the New Frontier Theater on Monday, April 1, 2024!

Known for his powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence, Corey Taylor is no stranger to metal & rock fans worldwide. With a career spanning over two decades, he has amassed a dedicated global following, and his live performances are nothing short of legendary. Fans can expect an evening filled with his biggest hits, both as a solo artist and as frontman of Slipknot and Stone Sour.

The upcoming concert promises to be a highlight of Manila’s 2024 music calendar, with a setlist that spans Taylor’s illustrious career and showcases his versatility as a musician and entertainer. From chart-topping hits like “Through Glass”, “Duality” and “Before I Forget” to hits from his solo album, “CMFT” and “CMF2”, Corey Taylor is going to deliver an unforgettable night of rock & roll!

Tickets for the Corey Taylor Manila show will go on sale starting Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at 12:00 PM and will be available for purchase through www.InsigniaPresents.com or at any Ticketnet outlets nationwide.

For more information and updates on the event, please visit www.InsigniaPresents.com or follow us on social media @InsigniaPresents.

January 24, 2024
[EVENT CANCELED] Insignia Presents Manila’s Premier Annual Halloween Tradition: Folklore Festival at Mall of Asia Arena

[19-Oct-23] Folklore Halloween Festival, originally scheduled for Saturday, October 28th at the Mall of Asia Arena, has been canceled. The event producer, Insignia Presents, will soon release an official statement regarding this cancellation.

SM Tickets refund process from Folklore Festival organizers

Mark your calendars for an extraordinary Halloween celebration! On October 28, 2023, the Mall of Asia Arenawill come alive with Folklore: A Halloween Festival, an event that promises a night of unparalleled entertainment and debauchery.

Headlining the Halloween festivities are two international music stars: Bebe Rexha and T.I.

Bebe Rexha is a global chart-topping, multi-platinum superstar who has delivered electrifying performances globally. Her single “I’m Good (Blue)” with David Guetta has been lauded with various award nominations and has been streamed and viewed billions of times worldwide. Bebe Rexha and Guetta followed up their smash hit with theirnew single “One In A Million”.

Sharing the spotlight is T.I., a name synonymous with hip-hop royalty. Known for his iconic lyrics and impactful storytelling, T.I. has dominated the charts and earned numerous awards throughout his career. With hit like “Whatever You Like”, “Bring Em Out” and “Live Your Life”, attendees can expect an unforgettable night of hip hop hits, bringing his signature style and charisma to Folklore: A Halloween Festival.

Adding to the excitement is the country’s largest Halloween costume contest, where participants can compete for a jaw-dropping PHP 1,000,000 in cash and prizes. Individual and group costumes will vie for thecoveted title of Halloween’s best-dressed, making this contest a thrilling spectacle of creativity and imagination.

Folklore: A Halloween Festival will transport attendees to a realm of mystique and wonder with enchanting Halloween-themed photo booths and activations. As Folklore: A Halloween Festival aims to establish itself as Manila’s annual must-attend Halloween event, it promises to set a new tradition for many years to come.

Get those costumes ready and don’t miss out on this extraordinary Halloween celebration! Tickets range from PHP 2,500 to PHP 6,500 and will go on-sale on Saturday September 23 at www.InsigniaPresents.com or at any SM Tickets outlet nationwide.

For more info please visit www.InsigniaPresents.com or follow our social media accounts @FolkloreMNL or @InsigniaPresents.

September 22, 2023