Following the raging success of
hit rock-comedy musical, Rak of Aegis, the Philippine Educational
Theater Association (PETA) shows no sign of slowing down as they bring
back another theater favorite and classic, Noli at Fili Dekada Dos Mil
in September at the PETA Theater Center.
A modern retelling of Rizal's masterpieces written by acclaimed
writer and academic, Nicanor Tiongson, Noli at Fili Dekada Dos Mil
brilliantly captures the revolutionary philosophies of Rizal's two
greatest novels, Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo. Together with
the visual prowess of theater stalwart, Soxie Topacio, audience members
are promised a powerful and moving theater piece.


In his notes, Tiongson reflects that he mainly focused on Rizal's idea on the "cancer of society" which he feels strongly about. "Iyon pa rin ba ang sakin na pumapatay sa lipunan ngayon? Ano kayang isyu ang maaring itapat dito sa kasalukuyan? Sunud-sunod na mga iskandalo sa gobyerno kaugnay ang garapal na korupsyon ng sistema ang nagpatunay na walang pinag-iba ang kanser sa panahon ni Rizal at sa kasalukuyan."



This run welcomes a mix of fresh-faced actors and veteran thespians. Lucho Ayala, a budding actor known for his acting stints in various GMA shows, Kahit Nasaan Ka Man, Indio, One True Love, and Blusang Itim, as the hero, Ibarra. His love interest, Clarissa (Maria Clara), will be played by two experienced performers, Kris Bernal, recognized for her acting roles in major GMA productions, and Liza Dino-Seguerra, a skilled artist who has experience not only in theater acting but also in film and TV. Other cast members include: Jojo Atienza, Renante Bustamante, Roi Calilong, Buddy Caramat, Mikou David, Eric dela Cruz, Rhenwyn Gabalonzo, Gio Gahol, Neomi Gonzales, Joseph Madriaga, Nicole Manlulo, Kitsi Pagaspas, Joanne Pamintuan, Norbs Portales, Bembol Roco, Raffy Tejada, Jack Yabut, and many others.
Noli at Fili Dekada Dos Mil will reopen at the PETA Theater Center on the weekend of September 10 until September 13; moving to a bigger venue at the Springs Production Studios on New Manila for the coming shows (September 18 to September 27). The run will end with a Rizal themed festival entitled, "Sa Aking Mga Kabata: An arts festival on the life and works of Rizal" on September 25 to 27 packed with an exciting line-up of workshops, performances, and lectures that will surely spark the viewer's passion for nation building.
Contact Details:
For
more information on Noli at Fili Dekada Dos MIl, please call PETA at
(63 2) 725-6244. Tickets for the gala night on September 10 are
available on www.ticketworld.com.ph.
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