by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jun 17, 2023 | Entertainment
The Philippine Ballet Theatre has a mission to relay age-old tales of the Filipino people reflecting our country’s culture. They aspire to create and perform stories deeply rooted in our heritage. PBT will open its 37th season with a brand-new full-length Filipino ballet entitled “Ibalon”.
Lifting from the well-known Bicolano epic “Ibalon”, Artistic Director and Choreographer Ronilo Jaynario focuses on the love story of Handyong (The Warrior) and Oryol (The Cursed Creature). Jaynario emphasizes that his choreography is a re-imagination of a love story against a backdrop of Philippine mythology. Indulging in creative liberties he created nuances and plot twists to make the story a powerful display of love in movement. He hopes to leave his audience captivated with colorful dances inspired by Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
This story will be luxuriously told with original music by Paulo Zarate. Zarate explains that in creating the music, his approach was an exaggeration of what the music would have sounded like in ancient times. Filipino instruments in that period were more percussive and rhythmic. He took this into consideration but added bold and moving melodies, incorporating details of Filipino elements that he researched, to make the music more epic. Zarate wanted to create music that would have a theatrical or cinematic effect on the audience, pushing them to the edge of their seat in excitement or sweeping them into the love story of Handyong and Oryol.
Matthew Davo as the warrior Handyong and Eloisa Jessa Tangalin as the cursed princess Oryol will take you on a voyage into the heart of our culture and history. With PBT’s rising stars, the storytelling of our ancestral stories will come alive with music and dance.
Together, Jaynario and Zarate wanted to leave a lasting imprint on Philippine Dance history. Nobody talks about old Filipino stories anymore, but creativity can change that. Something new and something old can create beautiful captures of our culture. PBT’s “Ibalon” runs from July 28, 2023, to July 29, 2023, at the beautiful Samsung Theater. All proceeds from July 29 will benefit the fundraising campaign for the 65th Anniversary of the Ramon Magsaysay Awards.
| Title | Ibalon |
| Venue | Samsung Performing Arts Theatre |
| Date and Time of Performances | July 28, 2023, Friday 8:00 pm |
| July 29, 2023, Saturday 8:00 pm |
For ticket inquiries and reservations, you may contact the following numbers.
- Landline: 86711697
- Mobile: 09688708887
- Via Ticketworld: and 8891-9999/ ticketworld.com.ph
- Or message their social media platforms on Instagram and Facebook Page.
Ticket prices
- P2500 – Orchestra Center
- P2,000 – Orchestra Sides
- P1,500 – Loge
- P 500 – Balcony I
- P350 – Balcony II
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jun 15, 2023 | Events
Rizal Park Hotel is thrilled to announce an exceptional Father’s Day celebration, offering an array of enticing promotions and indulgences for dads and their loved ones. From luxurious room packages to delectable dining experiences and sweet surprises, Rizal Park Hotel has curated a memorable Father’s Day weekend to honor and appreciate fathers.
An all-in Father’s Day Room Package:
For only P10,000, treat Dad to a well-deserved getaway with an overnight stay in a Deluxe Room. The package includes breakfast for three at Cafe Rizal and a sumptuous dinner or lunch, also for three, at Cafe Rizal. It’s the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories and show appreciation to the special man in your life.
Feasts for Dad:
Cafe Rizal is pulling out all the stops to satisfy Dad’s cravings with an extraordinary feast. On June 18, indulge in “A Trio of Roast Beef” featuring Top Blade, Rib Eye, and Tenderloin, accompanied by an assortment of Japanese, Chinese, and Western favorites. The lunch buffet is available from 12 noon to 3 pm, while the dinner buffet is served from 6 pm to 9 pm. The price per person is P2,000, offering an unforgettable dining experience for the whole family.
All dads dining at Café Rizal buffet will have the exciting opportunity to ‘Pick a Prize!’ Special gifts await from Luminisce, JG Superstore, and Tiger Sugar.
Special Set Menu at Imperial Court:
Imperial Court’s special set menu is a culinary masterpiece designed to delight and impress. Gather the family and indulge in a memorable dining experience. Price starts at only P20,000 per table for 10 guests, this culinary journey promises to create treasured moments.
The Deck’s Buy One, Take One Beer:
Raise a toast to Dad at The Deck, where you can enjoy a buy one, take one offer on beers from June 16 to 18, between 4 pm and 8 pm. For only P150 per bottle, savor your favorite brews with stunning views of the city skyline as the backdrop.
Sweet Gestures for Dad:
Surprise Dad with a sweet treat on his special day. Rizal Park Hotel presents a selection of special cakes available for pre-order from June 13 to 16. Choose from an exquisite assortment including Red Velvet (Tools Theme), Chocolate (necktie theme), and Lemon Zest Cake (beer theme) priced at P2,000 per cake. Make Dad’s Day even sweeter with these delightful creations.
For reservations and more information, please contact 0917 622 9280. To know more about Rizal Park Hotel and its facilities follow https://www.facebook.com/RizalParkHotel and https://www.instagram.com/rizalparkhotel1911/
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jun 9, 2023 | Business
HP recently launched the HP GCash ‘back-to-school’ promo, an annual tradition eagerly anticipated by parents and students alike as the new school year looms. Small wonder since shoppers get an incredible opportunity to earn up to P6,000 in GCash cashback when they purchase selected HP Laptop PCs, including the powerful and cutting-edge Victus 15 laptop.
Through the years, HP has recognized the importance of providing top-quality devices to students as they gear up for a new school year. This exclusive promotion allows families to reinvest their substantial cashback rewards into other essential back-to-school items, such as textbooks, stationery, and school uniforms.
State-of-the-art Victus 15 laptop
At the heart of the promotion lies the state-of-the-art Victus 15 by HP laptop—a sleek and powerful device designed to tackle heavy academic workloads while delivering an exceptional gaming experience. Equipped with an AMD Ryzen™ processor and NVIDIA graphics, the Victus 15 by HP can effortlessly handle even the most demanding applications and games. Meanwhile, its large, high-quality display makes it perfect for educational videos, school projects, and occasional online classes.
The Victus 15 by HP laptop offers more than just impressive hardware. It boasts a long-lasting battery, ensuring students can rely on it throughout the day. Its comfortable keyboard and trackpad are ideal for composing assignments and working on research papers. Additionally, the Victus 15 by HP provides a range of ports and connections, enabling seamless integration with other devices such as printers, external storage, and extra monitors.
Other HP laptop PCs on tap
While the Victus 15 by HP takes center stage, the HP GCash Back-to-School Promo extends to a wide selection of other HP laptop PCs. Whether students require lightweight models for their on-the-go lifestyle or high-performance machines for graphics-intensive projects, HP has them covered. Some of the best-selling models of the HP Smart Tank printer are likewise included in the promotion, ensuring students can achieve seamless integration and maximize productivity throughout the new school year.
To participate in the HP GCash Back-to-School Promo, interested individuals can check out the official HP website or visit authorized HP retailers in nearby malls. Detailed information about participating products, the redemption process, and the terms and conditions can be found on the dedicated promo page.
To learn more about this promo, please visit the HP Philippines Facebook page for details.
Promo is from May 25 until July 31, 2023. Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-167737 Series of 2023.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jun 8, 2023 | Art and Science
Manila Vice Mayor, public servant, accomplished actor, and multi-talented artist, John Marvin “Yul Servo” Nieto, is set to captivate art enthusiasts with his highly anticipated solo exhibit, Directions II, at the exclusive Art Gallery of The Manila Hotel.
While widely recognized for his acting prowess, Yul Servo Nieto’s passion for art extends beyond the screen. This exhibition showcases the artist’s unique vision and exceptional creativity, where he masterfully transforms discarded metal scraps into stunning works of art. “We are honored that Vice Mayor Yul Servo Nieto granted our request for him to hold his second solo exhibit in our art gallery,” says Marvin Kim Tan, Director of Sales and Marketing of The Manila Hotel.
Following the resounding success of his debut exhibit, Yul Servo Nieto pushes the boundaries of artistic expression even further in his latest endeavor. Directions II serves as a testament to his unwavering commitment to environmental consciousness and the power of art to evoke meaningful conversations.
Yul Servo Nieto draws inspiration from his father, Martin Nieto, an architecture graduate and a visual artist, who became one of the enterprising pioneers of the giant billboard advertising industry in the Philippines. While his father’s media of choice are oil and acrylic, Nieto explores the world of metal sculpture. Despite their divergent artistic paths, their love for arts is a common ground of support for each other’s endeavors.
Embark on an inspiring artistic discourse at Yul Servo Nieto’s Directions II exhibit as he showcases masterful pieces on the walls of The Manila Hotel’s Art Gallery starting June 12, 2023.
Net proceeds from the sale of Servo’s works will go to selected beneficiaries and charitable organizations.
For more information, please contact +632 852700111 or +632 53015500.
About The Manila Hotel
The Manila Hotel is situated in the heart of the City of Manila. Defined by its history, elegance, and world-class service, The Manila Hotel maintains to be the choice hotel of the most distinguished clientele. Over the years, The Manila Hotel continuously provides the best services and amenities for a truly memorable experience. It has more than 500 well-appointed rooms and 22 function rooms including three (3) ballrooms.
Apart from these, the hotel offers five-star relaxation and wellness experiences with the Manila Hotel Spa, adult and children’s pools, and Manila Hotel Health Club. The hotel is home to the Heritage Museum, a treasure trove of priceless memories that narrate its illustrious past. It also has an Art Gallery which offers a window into a contemporary world, captured through the objective point of view of different artists.
It has six (6) dining outlets, each offering a unique culinary adventure: Café Ilang-Ilang which is a favorite spot for its extensive selection of International buffet delights; Champagne Room with its Old European style fine dining and also hailed as the most romantic room in Manila—it features European cuisine in a posh, fine-dining setting; Tap Room, an Old English pub-inspired outlet where one can enjoy an evening of live music; Lobby Lounge which is ideal for casual dining, aperitif, post-dinner nightcaps, or leisure meetings; Red Jade, a fine dining restaurant that serves authentic Chinese cuisine; and Delicatessens that offers the hotel’s signature pastries, breads, chocolates, and pralines.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jun 4, 2023 | Health and Wellness
Self-made entrepreneur Marzen Salazar remembers the many moments when she would catch her grandmother in front of the mirror, filling in her eyebrows faded over time.
Humans are said to be capable of nearly 10,000 facial expressions. The slightest twitch of a facial muscle, the direction of the eye, and the movement of eyebrows all mean a plethora of emotions – the non-verbal cues that make up the unspoken daily chatter.
Yet as one grows old, it becomes more difficult to do so; the muscles loosen, but most significantly, the eyebrows thin along with the lashes.
“My grandmother always draws about her eyebrows. She would try it but (I) would never be satisfied,” remembers Marzen. “When I was growing up in the ‘90s, eyebrow tattooing was a popular solution to the fading of the brow for the elderly and people with thin strokes – but even tattoos have their limits.”
Today, as Marzen recalls her time growing up in Laguna with her lola, Marzen is gradually and decisively building her own business to provide a better solution for eyebrows, lashes, and other facial care woes.
In 2020 during the beginning of the pandemic, Marzen boldly launched Miss Derm – a clinic specializing in eyebrows, lashes, and facial treatment services, including microblading.
A relatively new technology for Filipinos, microblading uses small needles to create soft and subtle hair-like strokes and deposit pigment on the skin. It is a form of cosmetic tattooing but, unlike the traditional tattoo that embeds pigment deep into the skin, microblading only injects pigment superficially on the body and thus is only semi-permanent.
At Miss Derm, microblading is only done by certified microblading artists. Artists undergo intensive training to provide the highest level of quality and care for customers.
More than just a business
From one clinic in Makati, Marzen expanded Miss Derm to two more locations: Las Pinas and Quezon City – one additional business address each year. Despite travel restrictions, Miss Derm’s number of patrons has grown through word of mouth, attracted by the quality of premium services to help customers with their facial care needs.
“I’ve always been motivated by the fact that the services we do at Miss Derm directly affect our customers’ disposition. If eyes are the windows to the soul, eyebrows, and lashes are the frames that help define what you want to express and how you want to be seen. We want to help our customers increase their confidence and wear a brighter face every day,” says Marzen, a former wedding photographer-turned-communications manager in Oman.
Aside from its popular Elite Brows/Lips Package, Miss Derm offers a wide range of microblading, microshading, eyeliner, and blading solutions. Customers will also find a menu of no-needle procedures, including Brow Lamination, Lash Lift, Lash Extensions, and HIFU Skin Tightening for the face, neck, and body.
Miss Derm’s complete facial care and skincare solutions prove to be perfect for customers who desire convenience and a highly personalized level of care. At Miss Derm, artists converse with customers about their needs and suggest ways to achieve how they want to look.
This level of service and hospitality is the product of Marzen’s entrepreneurial instincts, of putting customers at the heart of the process, and ensuring that employees are taken care of.
Despite Marzen’s location in Oman, she has overseen the growth and initial success of Miss Derm with flying colors remotely, flying to Manila to visit the clinics when needed, but talking directly with her clients daily. “When customers chat with our social media channels for feedback or bookings, they’re likely talking to me. I always had a passion for talking with customers, especially women. As a wedding photographer in Laguna and Oman, I deal with women regularly. One should listen and be attentive; they know what they want. When you delight them with great service and you build a positive working relationship, they will come back for more and they will treat you like family,” says Marzen.
Miss Derm is located in Makati (9/f Centuria Medical Makati), Las Pinas (304 Aurora Bldg, Zapote-Alabang Road), and Quezon City (20 Shorthorn Street). To stay updated about Miss Derm, follow https://www.instagram.com/missderm/
Matthew Davo as the warrior Handyong and Eloisa Jessa Tangalin as the cursed princess Oryol will take you on a voyage into the heart of our culture and history. With PBT’s rising stars, the storytelling of our ancestral stories will come alive with music and dance.
Surprise Dad with a sweet treat on his special day. Rizal Park Hotel presents a selection of special cakes available for pre-order from June 13 to 16. Choose from an exquisite assortment including Red Velvet (Tools Theme), Chocolate (necktie theme), and Lemon Zest Cake (beer theme) priced at P2,000 per cake. Make Dad’s Day even sweeter with these delightful creations.
While the Victus 15 by HP takes center stage, the HP GCash Back-to-School Promo extends to a wide selection of other HP laptop PCs. Whether students require lightweight models for their on-the-go lifestyle or high-performance machines for graphics-intensive projects, HP has them covered. Some of the best-selling models of the HP Smart Tank printer are likewise included in the promotion, ensuring students can achieve seamless integration and maximize productivity throughout the new school year.
Yul Servo Nieto draws inspiration from his father, Martin Nieto, an architecture graduate and a visual artist, who became one of the enterprising pioneers of the giant billboard advertising industry in the Philippines. While his father’s media of choice are oil and acrylic, Nieto explores the world of metal sculpture. Despite their divergent artistic paths, their love for arts is a common ground of support for each other’s endeavors.
Self-made entrepreneur Marzen Salazar remembers the many moments when she would catch her grandmother in front of the mirror, filling in her eyebrows faded over time.
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