MANILA, Philippines — Early 1940s. The Philippines is starting to gain more independence and power. It is opening its doors to new ideas. Its culture and tradition are diversifying. But not in Don Ramon’s household.

While many Filipino families of the time embrace change, Don Ramon obstinately maintains a severe hold on his family, specially his children. He forbids them from going out with friends yet does not welcome the idea of entertaining visitors at home either. He distrusts their peers and dictates what they can and cannot do in life. It was too late when Don Ramon realizes that in his search for light, he ended up alone in the dark.

In celebration of National Artist for Theatre Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero’s birth centennial and to cap its 36th Season, Dulaang UP presents one of his most celebrated works, The Forsaken House, under the direction of multi-awarded theater icon Tony Mabesa.

The play stars theater luminaries Irma Adlawan, Tess Dumpit, Leo Rialp, Ces Quesada, Espie Tinio-Garcellano, Menggie Cobarrubias and Joel Lamangan, together with the Dulaang UP ensemble and some of today’s young and versatile breed of theater actors.

The Forsaken House runs from Feb. 15 to March 4, at the Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero Theater, UP Diliman. For inquiries, please contact Ms. Cherry Bong Edralin at 0917-7500107 or the DUP Office at 926-1349.

The perfect prom with the Candy Prom Special

For a lot of teens, February means one thing – prom. It’s that special occasion where girls get to dress up, be pretty, go on a date, and have fun. In the January-February issue of Candy, its annual Candy Prom Special is dedicated to helping you achieve the prom of your dreams.

Find the most flattering prom dress for your body type and get inspiration your favorite Hollywood stars like Leighton Meester, Naya Rivera, and Lily Collins for gorgeous hair and make-up looks.

Candy also answers your top prom questions and provides you with a scheduled timeline on when to do what, from two months away to prom night itself! From letting you in on what you should keep in your purse to tips on how to be a good date, the Candy Prom Special makes sure you’re at your best and ready to rock your prom night.

The Candy Prom Special features Kylie Padilla on the cover and comes with every copy of the January-February issue of Candy, which also shows you how to start 2012 right. Learn how to form lasting good habits with Candy’s 12 resolutions for a rockin’ 2012, and get smart life tips as Candy gives you the 13 things you need to know before you turn 16.

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