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Saturday, August 29, 2015

Indonesian Food Festival at Nostalgia Dining Lounge

One of the most vibrant and colorful cuisines in the world will take center stage from September 8 to 18 at The Nostalgia Dining Lounge with an Indonesian Food Festival that is sure to rock your palate. 

The dynamic and flavorful Javanese fare will be presented with the culinary expertise of Executive Chef Deden Suherman and Sous Chef Sulistyo Antonius flying in all the way from Oakwood Premier Cozmo Jakarta, Indonesia.   

Experience their sumptuous and intense-flavored offerings such as the savory Satay, appetizing Java Rice to tangy Mie Goreng, among others. Your favorite Indonesian cuisine can’t get any more authentic than this! Special set menus are available daily for lunch and dinner with a weekday lunch buffet at only Php999 nett.



Nostalgia Dining Lounge is located at the 6/f of Oakwood Premier Joy~Nostalg Center Manila, along 17 ADB Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City. For reservations, please call 637.7888 loc. 8604 or email premiermanila@oakwoodasia.com.

Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Kids Fest Manila

Kids Fest Manila spectacle shows for the whole family bonding:

The Gruffalo

A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood…Join Mouse on an adventurous journey in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the award winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Mouse sets off on a daring adventure through the deep dark wood in search of hazelnuts, meeting the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the party mad Snake on the way. Will the story of the fabled Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these wily woodland creatures? Armed with only a nut map and a little courage, Mouse must outwit them all, and after all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up and their adults, in a show that’s toured around Britain and the world. Let your imagination run wild!


Quotes/Reviews:
“Irresistibly charming!” The Times
“Monstrous fun!” Daily Mail
“No. 1 Children’s Show!” The Independent
“An altogether winning performance!” New York Times

Production info:
Directed by Olivia Jacobs. Creative Producer Toby Mitchell. Designer Isla Shaw.
Lighting by James Whiteside, music by JollyGoodTunes, and choreography Morag Cross.
Adapted from the book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler
Illustration © Axel Scheffler and Macmillan Children’s Books


Aliens Love Underpants


Of every shape and size But there are no underpants in space So here's a big surprise! Aliens Love Underpants tells the story of a gang of mischievous aliens on a visit to earth, travelling not to visit earthlings, but simply to steal their underpants! Silly, quirky and irresistibly fun, the show follows the aliens as they ransack the washing line on their search for pants – big and small, red or green. The love Grandma’s spotted bloomers, while Grandad’s long johns make for the perfect slide! 

The book, written by Claire Freedman and illustrated by Ben Cort, was selected for Richard and Judy’s Children’s Book Club with the help of pupils from schools around the UK, and has been hugely popular since it was first published in 2007.

This zany and hilarious tale based on the best-selling children’s book is wonderfully brought to life on stage for the very first time. With stunning effects, madcap action, original music (and lots of aliens of course!) this fantastically fresh and funny production will delight the whole family. You'll laugh your PANTS off!
               
Quotes/Reviews:
“…there is much magic and mischief here – and that, really, is the essence of all
great family theatre.” The Guardian
“A close encounter of the most entertaining kind!” Metro

Production info:
Directed Adam Bampton-Smith. Set and Costume Design by Isla Shaw. Lighting by Will Evans and choreography by Emma Clayton. Sound Shock Productions.

Based on the book by Claire Freedman & Ben Cort
Adapted and directed by Adam Bampton-Smith
Aliens Love Underpants © Claire Freedman and Ben Cort 2007


Dinosaur Zoo


Dare to get up close and personal! Direct from the West End, Dinosaur Zoo brings these awesome prehistoric creatures to the stage as you’ve never seen them before! From cute baby dinos to teeth-gnashing giants, observe and interact with extraordinary life-like dinosaurs in this imaginative and hilarious live show. But watch out. Not all of these ravenous reptiles are as tame as they seem! Join after the show for a ‘meet and greet’ with the dinosaurs.

Quotes/Reviews:
“PUPPET-TASTIC! Thoroughly entertaining. A delight” Time Out, Critic’s Choice
“Educational theatre at its best.” The Stage

Tickets available at:
TICKETWORLD 891.9999
www.ticketworld.com.ph

Presented by 
Lunchbox Theatrical Productions 
                     and
Concertus +632 403-8678
www.facebook.com/Concertus

Monday, August 24, 2015

The Amazing Bubble Man makes his first ever visit to Manila

Louis Pearl - The Amazing Bubble Man makes his first ever visit to Manila at RCBC’s Carlos P. Romulo Theater from 23 - 27 September!

Louis Pearl, The Amazing Bubble Man has been thrilling audiences around the world for nearly 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. He has performed to more than one million people, including royalty and celebrities, in hundreds of cities around the world. He is also a favourite at the world-famous Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where he returns this year for his eighth successive season.


From square bubbles, layers of bubbles inside bubbles, fog-filled bubbles, volcano bubbles to flying UFO bubbles and even people inside bubbles – The Amazing Bubble Man is set to enchant adults and children alike with his unique blend of skill and humour.

With infectious enthusiasm, The Amazing Bubble Man explains some fascinating facts about bubbles, bringing science to life and into the realm of fun. As well as exploring the dynamics of bubbles, The Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of amazement from all ages.


This wondrous 75 minute show combines breath-taking artistry, colourful music, plenty of audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep all ages entranced. Louis Pearl says of his show, “The kid in everybody gets excited. The audience connects with what's happening onstage at a pre-verbal place. There's so much joy."

Producer James Cundall, Chief Executive of Lunchbox Theatrical Productions, says “I saw Louis Pearl’s Amazing Bubble Show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and was absolutely mesmerised. I had no idea you could do so many amazing things with bubbles!”

“I went to talk to Louis after his performance about touring internationally – I thought ‘if a producer with 25 years in the entertainment business can be blown away by bubbles then surely people all around the world will be amazed by this incredible show too.’”

Louis Pearl, The Amazing Bubble Man is produced by Concertus Manila and Lunchbox Theatrical Productions in association with Louis Pearl.

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“By the end of this show, your spirits will be soaring up with the helium-filled bubbles floating about the ceiling.” EDINBURGH FESTIVAL REVIEWS, 2010

“Just brilliant” The Guardian, UK

“Makes the audience squeal with delight” San Francisco Chronicle





About Louis Pearl
Louis Pearl was born in San Francisco and in 1980 started his own toy company, making amongst other things a big bubble-making toy - ‘The Bubble Trumpet’. To help sell the toy he learned a few bubble tricks and soon he was performing at summer camps. Encouraged by the response Louis Pearl developed a stage show, and started touring around California, before taking his show to a wider audience around the USA and overseas, becoming an established sell-out performer at the famous Edinburgh Festival Fringe. He has written two books about bubbles, made a video called “Light, Camera, Bubbles” and produced many bubble inventions.

Types of bubbles invented by Louis Pearl:
 People-Inside Of Bubbles
 Square Bubbles
 Spaceship Bubbles
 Universe Bubbles
 Centipede Bubbles
 Edible Bubbles
 Bubble Brains
 Trampoline Bubbles
 Trumpet Bubbles
 William Tell Bubbles
 Bubbles in Bubbles
 Kids in Bubble
 Wearing Bubbles

SEASON DETAILS:
Date: 23 - 27 September, 2015
Venue: RCBC Carlos P. Romulo Theater
WED/THURS/FRI
SEAT ZONE PRICE
Orchestra AA to H 2,700
Orchestra J,K,L 2,500
Orchestra Back 2,300
Loge Center 2,000
Loge Sides 1,800
Balcony 900
SAT/SUN
SEAT ZONE PRICE
Orchestra AA to H 2,950
Orchestra J,K,L 2,800
Orchestra Back 2,600
Loge Center 2,000
Loge Sides 1,800
Balcony 1,000
*Ticket prices are exclusive of TicketWorld fees
INTERNET: www.ticketworld.com.ph
www.facebook.com/ticketworldinc
www.facebook.com/ConcertusManila

TICKETWORLD BOOKING LINE: 891-9999
MEDIA CONTACT: BAMBI RIVERA-VERZO ANNA YULO
Executive Producer Media and Marketing Associate
Concertus Concertus
Email: bambi@concertusmanila.com Email: anna@concertusmanila.com
Tel: +632 403-8678 Tel: +632 403-8678
Mobile: +63917-537-0539 Mobile: +63917-827-9856

 Smoking Bubbles
 Amazing Bubble Hat
 Trapped in a Bubble
 Juggling Bubbles
 Fog- f i l led Bubbles


Monday, August 10, 2015

Ang SOAP Opera ng Buhay Ko” (The Concert: Voices of Healing)

Ang SOAP Opera ng Buhay Ko” (The Concert: Voices of Healing) The University of the Philippines Medical Alumni Fund, Inc. (UPMAF) will hold a concert called “Ang SOAP Opera ng Buhay Ko” (The Concert: Voices of Healing) at the new Marriott Grand Ballroom on August 26, 2015 to riase funds towards the creation of the New UP College of Medicine Academic Center,  a 7-story multi-million peso undertaking. 


The dinner concert will feature several of the biggest names in the international and local concert scene, including the 50-piece ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Gerard Salonga, this special night will bring together Lea Salonga, Ryan Cayabyab, Jed Madela, Vice Ganda, Mark Bautista, Cris Villonco, Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, Bituin Escalante, Pinky Marquez, Franco Laurel, The Tux, Caisa Borromeo, Baihana, Catherine Fisher, among others, as they join the community in a collective voice of healing. A 70-strong chorus composed of The Mass Appeal, Ateneo Chamber Singers and UP Medicine Choir will also fill the grandiose ballroom. 

This will be Lea Salonga’s last concert before she flies to New York to star in a show called “Allegiance,”  which previews in Broadway on October 20!

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Sofia’s Face and Body Cream with UV Filters

Last Monday, July 27, 2015 was the launching of Sofia’s Face and Body Cream with UV Filters, which was held in Beauty and Butter at SM Megamall.
 

 
As an apprentice Blogger, it was my first time to attendi an event like this and it was really a blast! We were pampered with a complimentary manicure and pedicure. We were also provided with a sample of the SVR whitening gluta soap and Sofia’s Face and Body Cream with UV Filters.
 

 

I was impressed by the effect of Sofia’s Face and Body Cream, as used by Ms. Sofia's assistant. In just one week of usage, the girl had a whiter skin from face to body. 
 
The owner, Ms. Sofia Veronica Relosa, also presented the new packages for the distributors and resellers of their products. And it made me all the more interested in using it. I'm having a reunion with friends, I want them to see the difference. If this products works on me, I will spread the good news like fire and will be one of the living testimony of Sofia’s Face and Body Cream.
 
Indeed it was an afternoon of some “ME” time enjoying the “kikay” treat by SVR Infinity.
 

 
Thank you everyone for being so accommodating.  Kudos to the management and staff of Beauty and Butter at SM Megamall. God bless #SVRinfinity. Special mention goes to Joy Mendiola of Occasions of Joy for teaching and giving me an opportunity to learn about blogging.
 
 
www.svrinfinity.com
(+63)9175618818
(02) 3588762
(02) 6228273

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Platinum Karaoke introduces its “BIRIT” Ambassadors

Platinum Karaoke, makers of high quality and high definition karaoke machines and accessories perfect for every home, recently launched its two new exciting products MAJOR HD10 and BRAVO together with the introduction of two very talented “BIRIT” ambassadors at a fun and lively event recently held at the Luxent Hotel in Quezon City.

An amazing brand that is sure to bring about fun and enjoyment just like how the event turned out, Platinum Karaoke offers thousands of songs, high-definition video and images, very affordable and up-to-date upgrade, and excellent sound quality. 

Introduced during the affair were the two new Platinum Karaoke models. The first is the HD Wireless Bravo which boasts of excellent high-definition sound, quarterly song updates, multimedia playback, multiple HD video backgrounds and is highlighted by over 6,600 OPM and English Songs, among others. Bravo also has a remarkable portability feature as it comes with its own carrying case that can be taken wherever, whenever. It has high-resolution image and background videos of nature, international MTVs and clips as well as animated 3D characters.

The MAJOR HD-10 Karaoke, on the other hand, is not just a karaoke system but a full entertainment package in itself. MAJOR is equipped with high-end specifications which include dual core processor, 1 TB Hard Disk Drive storage, creating a reliable and very powerful karaoke player. MAJOR prides itself with innovative multimedia functions that enable the user to play, store, edit and copy any media files in the karaoke player acting as a media console at the same time. 

Platinum Karaoke also has its own advanced recording studio to program all songs as close to the original. Every high-end and mid-level unit is programmed with live-recorded background vocals and the Training Song Technology, which is an automatic function wherein pre-recorded vocals are played to guide the user on the right vocals and tone to hit as the song plays. The brand is likewise definitely all about fun and happiness and the chosen ambassadors are indeed the epitome of both -- Vice Ganda and Angeline Quinto.

As Platinum Karaoke aims to provide millions of Filipinos locally and all over the world high definition music and entertainment, the brand has chosen Vice Ganda, being a versatile and total performer with comedic 
nature, and a trendy recording artist. Vice Ganda indeed well-represents the unique features and benefits of Platinum Karaoke - high definition at ‘Bonggang’ sound.

He quipped with delight, ‘I am very happy to be chosen as one of the brand ambassadors of Platinum Karaoke for many reasons. First, I believe in the product as I personally have one, and actually use it at every fun get-together at home with family and friends.’ 

Vice Ganda happily added, ‘To my amazement, their song list is more updated than the Karaoke bars and with sound so superb that even my non-singing friends suddenly sounding like pros! Secondly, karaoke-singing is very close to what I truly love doing which are SINGING and having FUN! But more importantly, I am sharing this delightful endorsement with someone that is almost a sister to me, my good friend Angeline Quinto!’  


As a champion singer, Angeline Quinto is Platinum's confident choice to embody its high-definition features. Aside from having one of the most beautiful voices in the country, she is also a talented actress. She continuously strives to be better in her craft, just like how Platinum innovates and releases new models that will fit the needs and lifestyle of Filipinos.

Angeline shared with the audience, “It's a privilege for me to be chosen as one of the brand ambassadors for Platinum Karaoke because even before I entered the industry, talagang kumakanta na ako using the karaoke. Dati kailangan ko pa magbayad para makakanta sa karaoke, pero ngayon meron na akong Platinum at brand ambassador pa!’


She added with excitement, ‘Very significant ang Platinum Karaoke sa career ko kasi malaki ang tulong sa akin nito sa pag-aaral ng mga kanta. Minsan, hindi ko na kailangang humingi ng study materials dahil using my own Platinum Karaoke, naaaral ko na ang mga ito at the convenience of our home. Saan ka pa?’
Truly, Platinum Karaoke is the only choice for both Vice Ganda and Angeline Quinto. With thousands of songs more than what its competitors provide in the market, you get to “Birit Pa More” with their two new products, and two amazing and inspiring performers. 


Platinum Karaoke is available in all leading music stores nationwide. For more information, please visit www.platinumkaraoke.ph, like The PlatinumKaraoke in Facebook and follow Twitter and Instagram accounts @platinumkaraoke.

Sunday, July 5, 2015

The Parenting Emporium

The Parenting Emporium, located at No. 29, 1st Street, New Manila, Quezon City,  was launched to the public last Friday, July 3, 2015.
 

 
Present at the event are the owners,  Beng Feliciano and Maricel Cua, with Senator Bam Aquino and his family as special guests of honor for the ribbon cutting.
 


The Parenting Emporium is a social enterprise that has only one aim — to help make the parenting journey easier for you by providing products and support services that address every family’s concerns relating to pregnancy, health, nutrition and education.
 
Beng and Maricel firmly believes in giving back so a certain percentage from all TPE purchases go back to their advocacy work. 


Contact numbers: 725-3723 / 738-6272 / 0917-6247246
Address: No. 29, 1st Street, New Manila, Quezon City