The Philippines’ biggest and most exciting celebration of toys, collectibles, cosplay, gaming, comics, and pop culture returns bigger than ever as TOYCON NEXUS x POPLIFE Festival 2026 takes over the SMX Convention Center Manila from June 12 to 14, 2026. Bringing together every corner of fandom...
The largest pop culture convention in Southeast Asia returns as Toycon Philippines celebrates its 23rd anniversary in partnership with the Pop Life Festival. Happening on June 12 to 14, 2026 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, this year’s theme, “All Fandoms, One Toycon,” will transform the...
Marjane Satrapi will forever be known for creating the iconic graphic novel and animated film "Persepolis." According to a statement sent to Agence France-Presse, Marjane passed away from sadness, just one year after the passing of her husband, Mattias Rippa. She was 56. In "Persepolis," we are...
When venturing out to Bantayan Island, you can sense the calmness of the waves, bringing serene feelings like never before. Coconut trees stretch out and sway in the gentle breeze. It 's a feeling Dutch Filipina artist Martha Atienza knows all too well, having been partly raised on the island...
Here are three novels - one a Crime Fiction adventure from a noted South Korean female author, the second is a Horror/Fantasy set in Japan. And the third is the first novel from a Chinese-American author whose short stories have won a Nebula and Hugo. "Mrs. Shim Is A Killer" by Kang Jiyoung This...
Imagine you find yourself entering the wrong door one day, only to get yourself trapped in a seemingly endless hallway. As you make your way around, there is nothing but the humming of the fluorescent lightbulbs above and the dull, yellow walls stretching on. In what feels like hours, just...
“Live and die in the moment and repeat that cycle.” This is the uncompromising mantra behind “Child World Grotto,” a collaborative exhibit by Ana Verayo and Ernest Concepcion at Modeka Art. Running until June 6, the project marks a fascinating convergence between Ana’s calculated...
The Virgin Labfest (VLF) officially comes of age in its 21st edition, stripping down all pretense of innocence while showcasing the bold Filipino voice and spirit. As it nurtures emerging and established playwrights, directors, actors, and designers, it revels in the artistic and creative desires...
In “Spider-Noir,” Nicolas Cage acts as an alternate universe private detective Spider-Man, where the world is set in the 1930s Prohibition era of New York City. It’s Marvel’s latest entry for its television series slate, not for Disney, but rather a joint project by Amazon Prime Video and...
Warm lights, a crucifix platform, the sound of the orchestra’s overture, and a woman dancing. Then, the ensemble rushed from the audience area, shouting and eager to present the Messiah onstage. Those were the elements that welcomed the audience to “Jesus Christ Superstar” as soon as the...
The ongoing exhibit of artist Ivan Co at Gallery C, Level 3 of the Conrad Manila is entitled “Harbinger Metropolis,” and it runs until July 25. The nine items on display are kinetic sculptures that are, in themselves, wonderful pieces to observe and ponder. But what made the experience extra...
Filipino culture, cuisine, arts, and biodiversity were showcased through three newly launched board games at the All aBOARD EXPO 2026, held from May 28 to 31 at the M.I.C.E. Center in Quezon City. Led by the Quezon City government, the event gathered board game enthusiasts and creators,...
