I remember when I was high school, my parents would bring me along to watch Repertory plays at the Insular Life building. I liked it so much and became a regular season ticket holder….and did not miss a single play. It was very entertaining and it was cozy because the theater was small so no matter what seat you were in, you felt close to the actors and as if you were part of the play. I remember Michael Williams, Miguel Faustman, Baby Barredo and Joy Virata. I really liked them.
Repertory now has found its new home at Greenbelt On Stage. We have recently watched Aladdin Jr, Sound of Music and Cinderella. After watching Sound of Music, my kids wanted to audition for REP as they saw kids their age acting and singing. Though judging by the kids reactions, they seemed to enjoy Cinderella the most as it had more elaborate props and settings, it was funny and most important interactive. I am so glad that there is theater in our country that my children can go to so they can get exposed to the arts. We need to patronize the local arts so that they can continue and improve the quality of their productions. I wish REP more success and I hope that they will continue to bring joy and laughter through stage.
There are still two more plays remaining for the year:
LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST – September 15 to October 7
Shakespeare entertains audiences through exuberant physical comedy and witty wordplay in Love’s Labor’s Lost as the King of Navarre and his cohorts vow to spend three years devoted to study only to find themselves tempted by ladies and love when the Princess of France and her entourage arrive in Navarre on a diplomatic visit.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
In the little village of Anatevka, Tevye, a poor dairyman, tries to instill in his five daughters the traditions of his tight-knit Jewish community in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, “Fiddler On The Roof” has touched audiences around the world with its humor, warmth and honesty. It’s universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness. “FIDDLER ON THE ROOF” has all the elements of good family entertainment familiar music; a beautiful story filled with love, humor and a bit of sadness, and a lot of lively dances and production numbers. Even children will find it entertaining. Without question, “Fiddler” will be a hot ticket in town, as it should be.
As Rep turns 40 this year, “Fiddler” is a fitting celebration of its rich tradition and promising future.
For tickets, call REP 887-0710 or TICKETWORLD at 891-9999
Website: www.repertory-philippines.com