The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) is set to launch its third and thickest anthology of Virgin Labfest (VLF) one-act plays—which includes prize-winners, as well as the works of a bestselling author-cum-spoken-word artist and the creator of the Zsazsa Zaturnnah graphic novels—at its Silangan Hall on July 6, 2017 at 6 p.m.
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Virgin Labfest 13: Diverse plays in a divisive time
This Wednesday, the 13th Virgin Labfest (VLF) will begin its three-week run, and like in previous years, theatergoers in and outside of Metro Manila shall flock to the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) to watch many of Philippine theater’s finest talents try to bring a dozen untried, untested, and unstaged one-act plays to captivating life in a time of …
Read More »Award-winning ‘Pamilya Ordinaryo’ in Cine Lokal’s July lineup
Almost a year after it premiered to great acclaim at the 12th Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival, Eduardo Roy Jr.’s Pamilya Ordinaryo (Ordinary Family) will be screened in SM theaters from July 7 to 13, 2017 as part of the Film Development Council of the Philippines’ (FDCP) Cine Lokal program.
Read More »Watsons’ grooming products for men: Making guys look, feel their best
by Alvin I. Dacanay Many shoppers know Watsons as a top health-and-beauty retailer that offers body-boosting and appearance-enhancing products to women. But they often overlook the fact that the store chain also carries similar products for men. Obviously, it knows that more guys today are looking beyond the basic soap, shampoo, and deodorant, and realizing that exerting more effort in …
Read More »Data-saving Twitter Lite launched in the Philippines
Representatives from Twitter Southeast Asia recently launched Twitter Lite in the Philippines, allowing users to save up to 70 percent of data and continue browsing the popular online microblogging site, even when their data connection becomes erratic.
Read More »Indigenized liturgical robes showcased in designer-turned-monk’s exhibit
By Albert-Anthony Abando / Philippine News Agency Sixty liturgical vestments from 20 ethnolinguistic groups in the Philippines are now on display as part of a recently opened exhibition at the Ayala Museum in Makati City.
Read More »Paint the town red with new, enhanced HSBC Red Mastercard
Love, passion, energy, power, luck, and strength—all these are reflected in the color red. These things are what most, if not all people, want in life—from their relationships to their careers. So when it comes to aspirations or goals in life, don’t settle for anything less than “red.”
Read More »New Nokia Android phones, reimagined 3310 unveiled in the Philippines
By Alvin I. Dacanay More than three months after it created major buzz at the Mobile World Congress 2017 in Barcelona, the reimagined, slimmer and lighter Nokia 3310, plus three Android-powered smartphones bearing the once-dominant Finnish brand name, were launched in the Philippines ahead of their availability in stores at the end of June.
Read More »10 fellows named to VLF 13 Writing Fellowship Program
The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) is pleased to announce the 10 fellows accepted to the Virgin Labfest (VLF) 13 Writing Fellowship Program, which will take place from July 4 to 16, 2017.
Read More »Make special memories with Dad at Manila Pavilion Hotel
Any man can be a father, but it takes someone really strong and loving to be called “Dad”. On Father’s Day, take the chance to spoil him with delightful treats and promotions from Manila Pavilion Hotel.
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