Charge your creative side and check out the country’s longest running art fair, watch the best Spanish films, or see the new works of local comic artists this weekend.
Friday, October 13
ManilArt 2017
Through October 15
SMX Convention Center, SM Aura Premier
Taguig City
Around 37 select galleries are featured at the three-day art fair that focuses on the Mindanao region. For more information, visit ManilArt’s Facebook page.
Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra Season Concert II
8 p.m.
Cultural Center of the Philippines
Pasay City
The concert’s program featuring cellist Ray Wang include W.A. Mozart’s Symphony No. 32 in G, E. Lalo’s “Cello Concerto in D minor” and I. Stravinsky’s “Petrushka (Complete Ballet).” For more information, visit Cultural Center of the Philippines’ Facebook page here.
Pelíkula 2017
Through October 15
Greenbelt 3 Cinemas
Makati City
Now on its 16th year, Pelíkula is showcasing 20 of the best recent films from Spain and Latin America. Fore more information, visit Instituto Cervantes de Manila’s Facebook page.
Robinsons Malls Giant October Sale
Through October 15
Robinsons Malls nationwide
Enjoy up to 70% discount on your favorite brands. For more information, visit Robinsons Malls’ Facebook page.
The Sound of Music
Through October 22
The Theatre at Solaire
Pasay City
This critically-acclaimed production follows the story of Maria and the Von Trapp family set in Austria just before World War II. The musical features most-loved songs such as “Do-Re-Mi,” “My Favorite Things,” “So Long, Farewell,” “Something Good,” “Edelweiss,” and “Climb Every Mountain.” Ticket price starts at Php 1, 500. For more information, call TicketWorld at (+632) 891-9999.
“Ibong Adarna” by Gantimpala Theater Foundation
AFP Theater
Quezon City
The play follows the story of three brothers, Don Pedro, Don Diego and Don Juan who were sent by their mother Reyna Valeriana to capture Ibong Adarna, whose magical songs can cure Haring Fernando’s illness. For more information, call Gantimpala Marketing Office at (+632) 998-5622 or (+632) 872-0261.
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.
Venice Grand Canal’s Pizza and Beer
Through October 15
Venice Grand Canal
Taguig City
Besides beers and pizza, Venice Grand Canal is also bringing your favorite OPM artists to bring you good music. Scheduled to perform on October 13 are Orange & Lemons, BRISOM and Sponge Cola; while on October 14 are The Itchyworms, Aia de Leon and Barbie Almalbis. For more information, visit Venice Grand Canal’s Facebook page.
Saturday, October 14
KOMIKET 2017
Through October 15
Centris Elements
Quezon City
Discover the newest works of about 450 comics creators, illustrators, and writers; meet your favorite comics superstars including Arnold Arre, Gerry Alanguilan, Pol Medina Jr., and Manix Abrera; listen to talks; get freebies; and more at this awesome event. For more information, visit Komiket’s Facebook page.
Badu VS. Everythang Tour 2017 A.D
Harbour Garden Tent, Sofitel Philippine Plaza
Manila City
Known as the Queen of Neo Soul, Erykah Badu is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, DJ, and activist; and is known for hits like “Didn’t Cha Know,” “Bag Lady,” and “Love of My Life (Ode to Hip-hop).” Ticket price starts at Php5,775. For more information, call (+632) 470-2222.
Ampalaya Monologues: Two is Bitter than One
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
PETA Theater Center
Quezon City
In celebration of their second anniversary, Ampalaya Monologues is presenting a one-night show featuring six short one-act plays written by Mark Ghosn and performed by actors of Theatre in Alternative Platforms (TAP). Ticket price is at Php500. For more information, visit Ampalaya Monologues’ Facebook page.
Nickelodeon’s Worldwide Day of Play
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Filinvest Tent, Alabang
Muntinlupa City
A free-entry event, Nickelodeon’s Worldwide Day of Play aims to encourage kids to head outdoors with their families. It features different activities including games, fitness activities, and an apperance of your well-loved characters such as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, SpongeBob SquarePants, and Patrick Star. For more information, visit http://www.nick-asia.com.
Swan Lake
October 7, 8, 14, and 15
Aliw Theater
Pasay City
Ballet Manila’s second offering for its 22nd performance season dubbed Flights of Fantasy is the classical tale of the Swan Lake. Image sourced from Ballet Manila’s Facebook page.
The timeless and one of the most-loved classical tale of Swan Lake follows the story of Odette who was turned into a swan by a sorcerer whose spell can only be broken by true love. For more information, call Ticketworld at (+632) 891-9999.