ILOILO CITY – The staging of the Sound of Music in this city was not purely for entertainment but was also a benefit show as part of the 79th anniversary of Saint Paul University Iloilo here.
THE musicale Sound of Music is staged as part of the 79th anniversary of Saint Paul University Iloilo (SPUI) in Iloilo City. (Tara Yap)
“Part of the proceeds are going to be given to the Ati indigenous people, the students subsidized by the university as well as a creative arts program for selected communities,” said director and choreographer Romie John Delariarte.
Under the leadership of president Sister Teresita C. Baricaua, SPUI identified the Ati indigenous community in Cabatuan town, Iloilo province as one of the beneficiaries.
The youth from Barangay Barrio Obrero in Iloilo City will have a free workshop on dance and theater.
This rendition of the musical based on the memoir of Maria von Trapp is a production of SPUI in partnership with Iloilo Prima Galaw and SPUI Alumni Association Inc. Among the musical’s cast and crew were faculty, alumni, and staff.
Playing Maria was Sophia Margaret Cervales while Atty. Earl Camara played Captain Von Trapp. Dr. Don Garcia portrayed Max Detweiler.
The older audience were humming along to some of the beloved songs of the musical including “Do-Re-Mi,” “My Favorite Things,” “Edelweiss,” and the titular song.
“We endeavored to bring the art of theatre closer and more relevant to the Ilonggos, especially the youth,” added Delariarte.