The Star Magic SCPA introduces an expanded curriculum that includes acting, singing, dancing, directing, and character building, along with master classes taught by some of the industry's most respected mentors.
Star Magic reintroduces workshop classes as Star Magic School for the Creative and Performing Arts
Mar 31, 2025 04:50 PM
At a glance
The dream of becoming the next big star is now within reach with Star Magic School for the Creative & Performing Arts (SMSCPA), formerly Star Magic Workshop, at a media conference on March 26.
The event, held at ABS-CBN Studio 3, gathered industry experts, media personalities, and artists eager to embark on their creative journeys.
Hosted by VJ Ai Dela Cruz, the event celebrated Star Magic's legacy as the country’s premier talent management and training hub. Now, it is evolving into a more comprehensive institution that nurtures performers across multiple disciplines.
The Star Magic SCPA introduces an expanded curriculum that includes acting, singing, dancing, directing, and character building, along with master classes taught by some of the industry's most respected mentors.
The event was graced by the presence of the Head of ABS-CBN TV Production, Direk Laurenti Dyogi, and Star Magic and ABS-CBN Business Unit, Mr. Raymund Dizon. Also present were Mr. HB Benitez III, Star Magic SCPA Kids Acting Coach, Teacher Alecx Lorica and Teacher Marcel David, Star Magic SCPA Meisner Acting for teens and adults, Meann Espinosa, SCPA Theater Acting Coach, Direk Jon Moll, Director of renowned ABS-CBN TV Programs, Mr. Kirby Balagtas, Executive Director of You Me Us MNL, Mr. Dale Recina, Creative Producer of You Me Us MNL and, Mr. Troi Bautista, Producer and Multimedia Manager of You Me Us MNL.
Voice mentors Teacher Julie Anne Reyes and BGYO and BINI Coaches Anna Graham and Jerwin Nicomedes were also present, as well as the Head choreographers of BINI and BGYO, Coach Mickey Perz, Coach Reden Blanquera, Coach Matthew Almodovar, Coach Aennon Tabungar, and Coach Josh Junio.
The event featured performances by Talia Concio, who graced the stage with an energetic performance, and boy group BGYO, who captivated the audience with their latest single, Divine.
Additionally, former Pinoy Big Brother housemates Kai Montinola and Jasmine Scales shared their experiences with the Star Magic Workshops, highlighting the transformative impact on their artistic development.
When asked about what style Star Magic does to keep their talents relevant and impactful to the audience, Mr. Raymund Dizon answered, “... That's the advantage of having subject matter experts in the school, because they have different point of views na nai-instill sa ating mga star dreamers to keep them relevant…” (what's the advantage of having subject matter experts in the school, because they have different points of views that have been instilled in our star dreamers to keep them relevant…)
Coach Mickey Perz also shared, “…In social media, many people have talent, but talent will always bring you to a certain level; now, how do you nurture that? That's when you put skill into it.”
He added: “The way you will nurture your talent is to get the right equipment… so you can always move on to what is current. You have to understand that if you want to evolve, you must humble yourself enough na you have to work hard for what you want.”
To share a few words regarding what dreamers can expect from the acting courses of SMSCPA, teacher HB Benitez said, “...acting is more than just memorizing and reciting lines; acting is about truth; it's about exploring the complexities of the character and delving into the depths of the human experience and illuminating the truths that connect us all; that's why we, at SMSCPA have expanded and have added more acting courses…”
Coach Julie Anne also proudly shared, “Dito rin nanggaling si Sofronio Vasquez, our champ for The Voice Season 26 US, he was with us sa Star Magic workshops for five consecutive classes, from basic to master class.”
Naming some of the Star Magic graduates that Coach HB is most proud of and memorable for him, he said, “Yung mga nanggaling sa workshop na talagang ipinagmalalaki namin, yung talagang nag excel sila sa napili nilang field… sa acting it would be the likes of Joshua Garcia, Arjo Atayde, Alora Sasam for comedy, Dimples Romana, actually ang dami nilang nag start sa workshop, foundation muna nila yung training bago sila sumikat…”
The mentors introduced the different courses throughout the event, including the Meisner Core Program for acting, the Popshop Workshop for singing and dancing, and the Voice Workshop to refine vocal skills. They also shared their insights into the value of proper training in honing showbiz talent, discipline, and professionalism.
The onsite enrollment of the workshops opened on March 29 & 30. It will continue on April 5 & 6, with limited slots available. Aspiring artists can register and secure their place by signing up at forms.abs-cbn.com/starmagicscpa. For more updates and information, follow Star Magic SCPA on their official social media accounts: Facebook:
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