April 26, 2012

THE AVENGERS movie review

it was just really exciting scene after scene watching the collective Avengers in one screen. Thor, Ironman, Captain America, Black Widow, the Incredible Hulk, Hawkeye and Nick Fury giving us a serving of what they can do in the (hopefully) first installment of The Avengers by Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Pictures.
even not as a comic fan, i just enjoyed the whole movie with all those not-Michael Bay blasts and action. the more interesting execution of the characters by Robert Downey, Jr. (Ironman) and Chris Evans (Captain America) is that in spite of their superhero abilities, the more human persona gets out of their wits. even gods Thor (Chris Hemsworth) and Loki (Tom Hiddleston) were even deceived by the earthlings in their stay. the mission is to acquire the Tesseract, a strong mineral from space capable of producing power for living or to destroy. aimed to be protected by S.H.I.E.L.D. Director Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson), he secretly forms a plan of bringing together incredible humans to resist evil plans when the Tesseract was acquired by other individuals.
my only thing from the promotions and movies produced that Black Widow and Hawkeye were not given as equal billing like Iron Man, Captain America, Thor and the Hulk which weve known the origins from previous movies. but they were given equal shining opportunities throughout the movie. what i mean are the stunts and fighting techniques that they all used. everything is super though maintained to be human: Hawkeye recycles his arrows, Captain America and Tony Stark's funny dialogue and the Hulk -- just smashes! Mark Ruffalo, by the way, did a splendid job on the character. even the graphic Hulk is incredibly fascinating, the closest modifications to Mark's face.
seeing it in 3D is ok with those pointing things coming out of the screen. you can maximize the great movie experience with the good quality of sound from the cinema. but all in all, the movie isn't too stressing from all the blasts and violence. but parental guidance is still recommended.

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April 24, 2012

laugh it hard 4 DA BEST

ABS-CBN's premiere comediennes Pokwang, Pooh, K Brosas and Chokoleit will redo their gags at the Music Museum for the repeat run of 4 DA BEST PAK NA PAK. a stand-up comedy show with a little musical serving from the 4 people. the much anticipated return is due to the success of the previous line up last March, still at the Music Museum.
in an interview conducted, the group are very excited for their upcoming shows on May 4, 11 and 12.

there's so much more to expect said K Brosas. double the fun and laughter, said Pooh. Chokoleit also remarks that there will be more surprises than the first show. as some people have seen it from the first run, they are also invited to see it again, said Pokwang.

Pooh, Pokwang, K Brosas and Chokoleit

so how they support each other's jokes and what does it take to be a comedienne? K Brosas and Chokoleit say that's innate and will come out naturally. K admitted that she was too shy when she was starting her stints at bars but she eventually let out her spiels as she gets used to the craft.

4 DA BEST The Repeat is presented by Andrew de Real under Amine Entertainment production. hurry up as tickets start to go by calling SM Tickets at 4702222 and Ticketworld 8919999. tickets are priced at Php 2750 / Php 1980 and Php 1100.

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April 20, 2012

GARY V ON HIGHER GROUND concert

i was able to celebrate with Gary Valenciano in his 29th anniversary in the industry with his ON HIGHER GROUND concert which is happening every Thursdays and Fridays this summer at the Music Museum. presented by ABS-CBN and Manila Genesis Entertainment.
what to like about the concert for one is of course, Gary Valenciano. most people grew up with the music of Mr. Pure Energy. his never fading dance moves and remarkable voice pumped up the energy out of the eager audience ready to party.

he had a very nice line up of songs for us each night. starting with Tara Na, and a suite of his songs that are greatly remembered going back 29 years before. and the stage is so nice! the plain geometric white background transforms into different scenarios: techno, boombox, and even a nice landscape as he sings, Walang Hanggan theme song.
with special guest, Julianne, you'll have an acoustic serving of Warrior is a Child. Sarah Geronimo also appears in the concert in a special duet.
concert is directed by Paulo Valenciano with musical direction by Mon Faustino. congratulations to Gary Valenciano and we're looking forward to the 30th anniversary concert!

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April 16, 2012

THE LUCKY ONE movie review

from the author of The Notebook, Dear John and more romance novels, Nicholas Sparks, comes another inspiring movie that may save someone's life. The Lucky One, presented by Warner Bros. Pictures opens here in the Philippines on April 19, 2012.
a former war hero, US Marine Sgt. Logan Thibault, (Zac Efron) gets fortunate escaping death while finding a photo in the middle of nowhere where it has drove him out of an accident. then after his duty and coming back to the United States, he searches for the woman on the photo and hoping to thank her. and so as he founds Beth (Taylor Schilling), he couldn't say the words and even so, he fell in love with her. Beth happens to be involved with someone and bore a child whom Logan didn't have a hard time connecting with the family except from the former husband, Keith (Jay Ferguson).
along the way, he struggles in his secret hiding how he was able to come to Beth. but after all, he enjoys the company and as a marine duty, he protects his lucky charm. dealing with Keith was not easy but as accustomed to soldiers, he also protects citizens like him but he wasn't able to do it able a dreadful accident.

in the movie, you will see how soldiers find it hard to adjust from war to a citizen life. it should be well understood that we should take care of them in return. on the other hand, love story is pretty predictable. boy finds girl, girl clueless about the boy suddenly falls in love. then secrets will be revealed, etc. there are also no remarkable lines like we were used to from other Nicholas Sparks movies. Zac Efron and Taylor Schilling may have missed the chemistry factor teaming up in this movie. the steam is somehow funny rather than hot.
watch The Lucky One from Warner Bros. Pictures. starring Zac Efron and Taylor Schilling as Logan and Beth starting April 19 2012 in Philippine theaters.

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FUN ROCKET SCIENCE for kids this summer

At least this is a rocket launching that I would support. Not only that they will help young kids to understand science, it is a fun activity too.

The Philippine Science Centrum and the SkyXplore invites you to join this exciting activity and will teach you and your partner (working as a team) how to make and launch a rocket made of plastic bottles and strips. With your rockets assembled, your team will compete with other teams for event competitions on ACCURACY and DISTANCE.
LAUNCH YOU ROCKET THIS APRIL
(Water Rocket Workshop & Competition)
Philippine Science Centrum & Riverbanks amphitheater
Riverbanks Center, Marikina City.
April 28-29, 2012.

What are you waiting for? Choose a buddy and register your team... 20 teams per category will be accommodated.

REGISTRATION FEE: Php. 250.00/participant inclusive of:
- Workshop materials
- Snacks and lunch for two (2) days
- Access to the Philippine Science Centrum
- Certificate of Participation
- A chance to win cash prizes and items to event competitions

Kindly download, accomplish and submit the REGISTRATION FORM at www.science-centrum.ph together with your payments to PFST Secretariat, Philippine Science Centrum, E-com Bldg., Riverbanks Center, Marikina City. For further details please call (02) 942-5091 and (02)942-4137 and look for Ms. Cheryl Mulat.

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April 12, 2012

CAREDIVAS back for a limited run

the hit musical CAREDIVAS will be back for a limited run and what's more special is it will be seen in a friendly place like Onstage at Greenbelt 1! surprised? Repertory Philippines welcomes the divas in their home and all will be painted in pink. this is in celebration of both theater companies in their more than 45 years of co-existence and this time, to hail to the Philippine theater scene.
Chelsea (Melvin Lee), Shai (Vincent De Jesus), Kayla (Jerald Napoles, Ricci Chan), Thalia (Dudz Teraña, Jason Barcial) and Jonee (Phil Noble, Buddy Caramat) literally will be far from their home at the PETA Theater but it will be a great privilege for them to share their story to the busy Makati district and teach us how some OFWs thrive to increase their income to upgrade the lives of the families here in the Philippines. we'll these five gays laugh, cry and even fall in love in a place where they slave themselves.

Melvin Lee (Chelsea) and Vince de Jesus (Shai)

Jerald Napoles (Kayla), Jason Barcial (Thalia) and Buddy Caramat (Jonee)
recall all the songs that portray their lives as friends and individuals who struggle each other's lives. here is Good Gurlz which is one of Vince de Jesus' (musical director) compositions for the stage play.

Good Gurlz - The Divas

Repertory's Joy Virata is joining the divas along with Mike Salomon and the rest of the crew of PETA for this special run. directed by Maribel Legarda and written by Liza Magtoto who weaved her researches from personal experiences and interviews into a great musical.
CAREDIVAS by PETA (Philippine Educational Theater Association) aims to educate the public how OFWs live and risk their lives for a better living. special run starts on April 27 - 28, 2012 with 3PM and 8PM shows at Repertory Philippines' home, Onstage, Greenbelt 1 at Makati City.
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STRIP introduces BOYZILIAN WAXING

ape age is now over. but for most men, waxing especially in the private area is a taboo concept.
if you are a bit worried of your body hair, especially that hides your manhood, Strip Ministry of Waxing is welcoming you to try their Boyzilian service. yes, a clean "down under" is creating a fad not because you want to show off your potential instrument, but to maintain good hygiene among men. Boyzilian is an exclusive Strip service, registered and patented internationally and guaranteed best and decent procedure in the industry.
Strip's services are developed in Singapore and uses their own waxing ingredients and clean instruments. the ingredients are also guaranteed underwent extensive research and development procedure that will give you great results without harming your skin. meanwhile, waxing spatulas will never be used from somebody to someone and will directly be disposed. and to make sure it's absent for any kind of bacteria, temperature as high as 95 degrees will take care of the waxes that will go on your skin. for one, honey waxing is not available in Strip because it may cause allergies to some. they follow the HSQ - Hygiene, Speed and Quality guidelines for every service that they have.

Hygiene - prioritized in the salon. as mentioned, instruments and ingredients are guaranteed clean and safe for your body.
Speed - you don't have to worry about time because waxing is just a fast procedure. taking around 15 minutes.
Quality - you'll enjoy the results and they will give you an after-wax care.

instruments and waxes
in its franchise branch in Serendra at The Fort, Taguig City, i tried the Boyzilian waxing service. first timers like me are hesitant at start but i'm liking the results. here's the technique, talk to your attendant constantly so that you'll get comfortable of the procedure. bravery and strong will is also required for this. be ready to control your greatest shouts because it IS pretty painful.

let's talk about the attendants. Strip's attendants are nice and treat them as a doctor to get out the malicious things in your head. but if you cannot help your physical reactions like erections, it would also be beneficial because hair can be easily removed from a stretched skin. as noted by Strip, the male and female ratio of their customers are about 40:60. meaning there i a great number of coming customers to Strip. as perceived that waxing is for gay men, professionals, teens, boyfriends come to Strip for hygienic purposes and not just being forced by their partners or friends.
visit STRIP Ministry of Waxing in the areas nearest you. if you're in the south area of Manila, there is a STRIP salon located at Makati in Greenbelt and at the 2nd floor of Serendra district at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. and you don't have to be shy to share that you did the Boyzilian.

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April 11, 2012

FORBIDDEN BROADWAY hits Manila on May 11

the longest-running musical revue will be taking Manila by storm! Upstart Productions led by Joel Trinidad brings Forbidden Broadway in the Manila theater scene starting May 11, 2012!
the cast includes 4 of Philippine theaters' young and talented playing pivotal roles: Liesl Batucan, Caisa Borromeo, OJ Mariano and Lawrence Martinez. they will give us a new appreciation on Broadway's most-loved musicals like Rent, Mamma Mia, The Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Les Miserables, Cats and Hairspray among others.

Joel Trinidad with the Cast of Forbidden Broadway
Forbidden Broadway was conceived in 1982 by a jobless Gerard Alessandrini as he mocked different popular shows on Broadway. ever since, the show has been the talk of the town and developed different version that garnered praises all over Broadway. it started at a small stage at a Palsson's Supper Club in New York Upper West Side transforming it to different settings in simple representations of each play spoofed.

but catch Forbidden Broadway - Manila in Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati City starting May 11 to 27, 2012 with matinees at 3:00PM and 8:00PM shows. directed by Joel Trinidad and Only Torres for musical direction.

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April 9, 2012

stop the NOKOR MISSILE TEST

on April 12 - 16, North Korea will be testing a missile which may land on the Philippine Deep. a photo below shows which area will greatly be affected by the missile when it hits the waters.
yes, it may exclude the area where people inhabits the land. but look at the picture on how it will affect one source of Filipino living. the Philippine Deep has been documented as the most diverse water area in all the world. a large ecosystem of different marine animals and plants thrive within the deepest ocean floor.

to the government, i think you have forgotten that we have an increasing number of marine life like the whale shark and the pawikans. NGOs, and probably you, have been telling future generations that we have the richest soil and waters. let us all experience this diversity of the seas. not just seen in the books and pictures.
i hope this is a call to action. don't just stand there and wait what will happen when the missile strikes. we have been very welcome to Koreans entering our country and we look down at their money that boosts our tourism industry. we can be self-sustainable. and there's a lot of things to do. we've done it before Muroroa Attoll and i hope we can stop this too.

i strongly disagree if this missile test happens just for a diplomatic agreement. any military action like this must never be done in the first place, regardless of where it may strike.

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April 4, 2012

NKOTBSB concert in Manila this June

generation X, prepare for this great comeback! New Kids on the Block and the Backstreet Boys will be under one roof as they hold their concert at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on June 3, 2012.

Ovation Productions has released the poster for this one of a kind concert in their Facebook page and going viral in the Philippine cyberspace.
meet Jordan and Jonathan Knight, Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, and Danny Wood together with A. J. McLean, Howie Dorough, Brian Littrell, Nick Carter and Kevin Richardson sing the songs which their generation loved.

so watch out for future updates about this concert in this blog and Ovation Productions.

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April 3, 2012

TITANIC in 3D review

ok, so many people saw i than i did. but James Cameron's Titanic never fails to bring giggles and tears to everyone who sees it, especially now when it will be re-released in 3D. it will be in memoriam of the lives lost when the ship sank 100 years ago at the North Atlantic.
again, we immerse in the story of Rose Dewitt-Bukater (Gloria Stuart) who narrates back the experience when she saw the news that "The Heart of the Ocean" is missing from an expedition. of course we all know the story of Rose (Kate Winslet) and Jack (Leonardo DiCaprio) who found love in this unfortunate ship. the modern Romeo and Juliet still deserves their title as the top-grossing couple of all time.
go sit in the theaters and the movie still captures the audience's feelings as if they are seeing it the first time. we are again inspired by Rose's story and how she describes the unsinkable ship like how she smells the fresh paint of the Titanic, the furnitures and even the people who wore the finest clothes at their time.

there might been almost unnoticeable additions in the 3D version. before i think it was a censored version especially this part.
Titanic is still recommended to be seen in theaters. watch it in 3D starting April 7 in theaters.

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April 1, 2012

Lady Gaga Born This Way World Tour

i am really excited. somebody please take me here:
Ovation Productions will be bringing Lady Gaga here in Manila again for the Born This Way Ball World Tour! on May 21 and 22, 2012 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. i wish i could really get in here. i missed her first concert at the Araneta Coliseum and i hope i had the 100% chance to see her in person! i've been listening to the tracks over and over again and it was a pleasure to watch the Monster Ball 3x on ETC! so please, please, please, somebody give me free tickets! make this your birthday gift for me because it's my birthday the next day. ;)

here's a shout out to @LadyGaga: the Philippines loves you! you can come back anytime you want! the paws are up!

tickets are now on SALE!

PATRON - Php 15,840
LOWER BOX (Reserved Seats) - Php 11,620
LOWER BOX (Standing) - Php 11,620
UPPER BOX (Free Seating) - Php 5,280
UPPER BOX (Standin) - Php 5,280
GENERAL ADMISSION (Free Seating) - Php 2,120
GENERAL ADMISSION (Standing) - Php 2,120

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announcing the winner of JEKYLL & HYDE giveaway

the promo for the Jekyll & Hyde giveaway has ended and now it's time to announce the winner. thank you to those who gained interest and joined this contest.
out of 49 entries, of course excluding my name in the list, i made a final tally of the names here:
Joshene Bersales - 21 entries
Cecile Cinco Writery - 19 entries

this is no April Fools' Joke. congratulations to Joshene Bersales for winning my Jekyll & Hyde giveaway! don't forget to watch Jekyll & Hyde by Repertory Philippines which is extended upto April 22 2012. featuring Jett Pangan and Michael Stuart Williams alternating the title role. Cris Villongco, Kalila Aguilos and Junix Inocian complete the main cast as well. this is directed by Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo.

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