A lot of exciting events are in store for you this weekend! Check out action-packed AsiaPOP Comicon, stylish Arte Fino, or meet prized authors at the Philippine Readers and Writers Festival.
Friday, August 25
AsiaPOP Comicon
Through August 27
SMX Convention Center
Pasay City
AsiaPOP Comicon 2017 brings the cast of Netflix’s “Stranger Things,” including Noah Schnapp, Joe Keery, Dacre Montgomery, and Sadie Sink; celebrities Ray Fisher, Cyborg of “Justice League,” as well as Tyler Hoechlin, Superman of “Supergirl,” celebrated comic artists Alan Quah, Carl Potts, Rodney Ramos, Stanley Lau (Artgerm), and Whilce Portacio; and more. For more information, visit https://www.asiapopcomicon.com
Arte Fino
Through August 27
Penthouse, 8 Rockwell
Makati City
The newest arts and crafts fair in the metro, Arte Fino features 70 exhibitors of clothes, bags, fashion accessories, fine jewelry, and small furnishings from local brands that embody the modern Filipino. For more information, visit Arte Fino’s Facebook page.
2017 Philippine Readers and Writers Festival
Through August 27
Raffles Hotel
Makati City
The three-day festival features book signings, discussions, and panels about books, literature, and culture from top writers and artists. Headlining the event are authors Mark Z. Danielewski and Pierce Brown known for House of Leaves novel and Red Rising series respectively. For more information, visit National Bookstore’s Facebook page.
Trendsetter’s Bazaar
Through August 27
Megatrade Hall 1, SM Megamall
Mandaluyong City
Shop for trendy items like prints and pastels, make up in nude shades, fashionable accessories, and more. For more information, visit Trendsetter’s Bazaar’s Facebook page.
Festa Della Pasta
Through August 31
Venice Grand Canal Mall
Taguig City
The two-week festival is featuring a bazaar of local and Italian pasta and gourmet items; pasta-making demo by Enderun College, Chef Sau Del Rosario, and Chef Angelito Santos; plus other exciting activities. For more information, visit Venice Grand Canal Mall’s Facebook page.
West Side Story
Through August 26
The Theatre at Solaire
Pasay City
Inspired from Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, this acclaimed musical follows the story of two rival gangs in New York, and promises a showcase of action, romance, and excitement on stage. For more information, call TicketWorld at (+632) 891-9999.
Repertory Philippines’ Beauty and the Beast
Through December 14
Onstage, Greenbelt 1
Makati City
A production of REP Theater for Young Audiences as it celebrates its 25th anniversary, Beauty and the Beast is a magical tale about true love. For more information, calling REP Theater at (+632) 843-3570 or Ticketworld at (+632) 891-9999.
Robinsons Malls’ Red Hot Sale 2017
Through August 31
Robinsons Malls nationwide
Enjoy up to 50% discount on your favorite brands. For more information, visit Robinsons Malls’ Facebook page.
Rainbows and Unicorn Fair
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays of August
Eastwood Mall Atrium
Quezon City
Apart from shopping for rainbow-colored treats, enjoy various colorful activities such as fashion shows, workshops, and more. For more information, visit Eastwood City’s Facebook page.
Saturday, August 26
Ballet Manila’s Ibong Adarna
Through September 3
Aliw Theater
Pasay City
Inspired from the legend of a mythical bird whose singing voice can cure the sick, this two-act ballet is featuring flying sequences, as well as innovative costumes and set design. For more information, visit Ballet Manila’s Facebook page.
Shangri-La Plaza Presents The Company LIVE
6:30 p.m.
Grand Atrium, Shangri-La Plaza
Mandaluyong City
For more than three decades, The Company has been a respected group both in the live entertainment and recording scenes, and has been known as Asia’s premiere vocal harmony group. See their vocal prowess at this one-night only event. For more information, visit Shangri-La Plaza’s Facebook page.