Set during a night of drinking among friends, Boxstage Manila opens its new theater season with Tagay Para Sa Ex, a stage production about love, breakups, and the honest conversations that often surface only after a few drinks. Written and directed by Dudz Teraña, president of Boxstage Manila and...
When the Yuchengco Museum first opened its doors in September 2005, it became more than just a landmark—it became a space where art, culture, and heritage could thrive in the central business district of Makati City. The man behind it was Ambassador Alfonso T. Yuchengco. Throughout his...
Art has the power to tell stories, spark conversations, and bring communities together. Yet for many Filipinos, opportunities to experience and own original works of art can still feel out of reach. This July, your most-loved SM Supermalls continues its commitment to making art more accessible...
These three novels are wonderful examples of the illuminating literary fiction being written today. Two capture the vibrant lives of women in their sunset years, while the third is an entertaining window into 19th-century England - among the best novels I’ve read this year. "The Correspondent" by...
A third Minions movie has hit the theaters, what makes this stand out from the crowd? Surprisingly, a lot more than one would think. “Minions & Monsters” has plenty of charm, wit, and laughs for what one might usually dismiss as sequel slop. Ever since the Minions first graced the big screen in...
The category is Filipino fierceness! That 's how a 2021 Manila Bulletin article began when we followed local houses whose early work helped pave the way for ballroom culture to gain wider recognition. Back then, the ballroom scene and the art of voguing were mostly confined to bars. With the...
The evolution of a sculptor’s practice is rarely a straight line; more often, it is a continuous process of unfolding, transformation, and becoming. For Jinggoy Buensuceso, this journey reaches a major milestone this June as he brings his immersive exhibit to Luenrit Yaowarat in Bangkok,...
There’s something about the tension felt in “Widow’s Bay” that makes it a solid series. Apple TV has been on a roll with its offerings in recent years. So far, heavy hitters like Dan Erickson’s “Severance,” Vince Gilligan of “Breaking Bad” fame’s “Pluribus,” and the...
When Milly Alcock first popped up for a short cameo in James Gunn’s “Superman,” she was quick to win over audiences for her snarky, carefree attitude. Now, it 's her time to shine in her solo movie with David Guillespe’s “Supergirl.” Does she have the power to carry an entire film,...
For three decades, Hoseki Jewelry Art has transformed precious materials into pieces meant to be worn, cherished, and passed down through generations. This year, the Filipino jewelry house is marking its 30th anniversary not with another jewelry collection, but with an art exhibition inspired by...
Senator Loren Legarda reminded Filipinos that Dr. Jose Rizal’s vision for Philippines remains unfinished, and it is the duty of Filipinos to carry out the national hero’s aspiration of freedom and dignity. Speaking at Wilhelmsfeld, Germany, where Rizal once longed for home and completed the...
Concert culture has always demanded a certain level of commitment. Fans camp outside venues overnight, spend eye-watering amounts on resale tickets, and willingly stand shoulder-to-shoulder with strangers for hours just to get the best view of their favorite artists. According to Olivia Rodrigo,...
