Events
‘On Air Na! Pinoy News Anchors Live!’ tackles evolving news anchoring
Metro Manila, Philippines - A groundbreaking contribution to Philippine media literature, “On Air Na! Pinoy News Anchors Live!” has been released as the first comprehensive guidebook on news anchoring. Published by the University of Santo Tomas, the book will be officially launched this month at the University of Sto. Tomas campus. Written by Jose Maria G. Carlos, former assistant vice president for News at CNN Philippines, the book traces the evolution of news anchoring, delving into the ethical, editorial, and production challenges that news anchors face today. It also examines the critical success factors behind building an effective and credible career in news broadcasting. Drawing from over 40 years of experience in broadcast journalism, Carlos presents a rich tapestry of…
Filipino students invited to pursue higher education programs in the EU
Metro Manila, Philippines - The European Higher Education Fair (EHEF), one of the biggest fairs in the country, returns this November to inspire Filipinos to aim higher, dream bigger, and make their mark in the global arena. The EHEF 2025 will offer a hybrid experience, with onsite activities on 21 and 22 November at the Midtown Atrium in Robinsons Manila, and online thematic webinars on 24 November. The Fair serves as a gateway to world-class education in the EU, offering students, academicians, and researchers the opportunity to explore pathways that can shape their future. “To study and pursue higher education in the European Union is a one-of-a-lifetime experience as the EU offers world-class education, new cultures, friendships, and boundless opportunities,”…
European Higher Education Fair offers study opportunities for Filipinos
Metro Manila, Philippines - Filipino students looking to study abroad will have more opportunities to explore higher education in Europe as the European Higher Education Fair (EHEF) 2025 returns next month with its biggest lineup yet. Organized by the Delegation of the European Union (EU) to the Philippines and the embassies of EU member states, EHEF is an annual event that connects Filipino students, researchers, and educators with universities and scholarship programs across Europe. The fair aims to make European education more accessible to Filipinos by showcasing degree programs, research grants, and exchange opportunities available throughout the EU. For the first time, Latvia, Romania, and Slovakia will participate, joining the Czech Republic, Germany, Ireland, Spain, France, Italy, Hungary, the Netherlands,…
REP teams up with Ballet Philippines and Manila Symphony Orchestra for family-friendly twin bill
For the first time in Philippine performing arts history, three of the country’s premier cultural institutions are joining forces to bring together music, drama, and dance on one stage in a world-class, family-friendly production. Repertory Philippines (REP) is teaming up with Ballet Philippines (BP), the country’s premier classical and contemporary dance company, and Manila Symphony Orchestra (MSO), a renowned and long-running orchestra in Asia, to present a double-bill of beloved classic tales—the symphonic tale for children Peter and the Wolf and the full-length ballet Little Red Riding Hood. Written by Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev, each character of Peter and the Wolf is represented by a corresponding instrument in the orchestra: the bird by a flute, the duck by an oboe, the cat by a clarinet, the grandfather by…
Critically-acclaimed musical “Side Show” to open this July
After mounting critically-acclaimed productions of “Little Shop of Horrors: A Bloodthirsty Musical Comedy” and “Next to Normal,” The Sandbox Collective continues its 2025 season with “Side Show The Musical” this July. Set in 1930s America, “Side Show The Musical” is a fictional depiction of the life and times of real-life conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton, who found fame and notoriety in the vaudeville circuit in the 1920s and 1930s. Featuring a stellar mix of Philippine theater veterans and rising stars, the show is set to captivate audiences with a brand new staging of the original 1997 version of “Side Show.” THE HILTON TWINS Alternating in the role of the conjoined twins, Violet and Daisy Hilton, are powerhouse pairs Tanya…
12th Travel Madness Expo
The 12th Travel Madness Expo (TME 2025) is happening on July 11–13 at the SMX Convention Center Manila. Whether you're a seasoned traveler, planning your first adventure, or looking for amazing travel deals, TME 2025 is your one-stop destination for everything about travel! What to expect: - Exclusive airfare and tour packages - Big discounts from airlines, cruise lines, hotels & resorts - B2B networking opportunities - Land travel, property, insurance, and lifestyle booths - Travel essentials and new destinations to explore! Free entrance for BPI and Robinsons Bank credit and debit cardholders! Just present your valid card at the BPI Registration Booth to claim your free entrance ticket. Regular Entrance Fee: ₱150/day Visit www.travelmadness.org for full event details.
SM Mall of Asia Proudly Presents: A Celebration of Being Proud and Powerful
This Pride Month, SM Mall of Asia goes all out with a celebration that boldly honors the vibrant spirit and brilliance of the LGBTQIA+ community. It’s more than a party—it’s a proclamation. Join us as we embrace what it means to be Proud and Powerful. Proud and Powerful Divas Show – A Dazzling Kickoff Mark your calendars for June 26, 2025, at 5 PM, as SM Mall of Asia’s Main Mall Atrium transforms into a spectacle of talent, glamour, and empowerment. The spotlight will shine on none other than Precious Paula Nicole and Maxie Andreison, queens who’ve conquered hearts and screens as winners of “Drag Race Philippines.” Before and after their fierce performances, the celebration pulses louder with live DJ…
Pride Fit Festival 2025: The Philippines’ First Functional Fitness Duo Competition for the LGBTQIA+ Community and Allies
Pride in Motion On June 28, 2025, something bold is taking over the SM Mall of Asia Sky Park Amphitheater: Pride Fit Festival 2025, the first functional fitness duo competition in the Philippines created by and for the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies. It’s a powerful celebration of Pride Month — bringing movement, visibility, and identity together in one unforgettable day of competition. Fitness Meets Visibility Pride Fit Festival is built on team-based workouts drawn from functional fitness — testing strength, coordination, and teamwork. Competitors enter as pairs, whether male-male, female-female, or male-female, and go head-to-head in a judged format that mirrors classic fitness competitions. Everyone’s Welcome. And Everyone Gets Something. The competition is structured to be challenging, accessible, and…
BLACKOUT: The community is the new frontier
This coming BLACKOUT in June, the community takes center stage. Forged by community leaders, organizations, fans, hobbyists, and more, BLACKOUT cements its stand as being an event that’s not just a festival. A space for everyone In one corner, a tattoo artist is at work. In another, a group of fans waits for their favorite performer to walk on stage. Backstage, our PPOP idols are getting ready to make their mark. Meanwhile, gaming tournaments are held in various parts of the venue. Music, arts, or gaming, BLACKOUT seeks to create a space where anyone and everyone can find their people. Whether you’re a concert-goer, gamer, artist, or a TTRPG enthusiast, there is a place where one can feel belongingness. Tier…
Repertory Philippines to stage Yasmina Reza’s Tony & Olivier award-winning comedy “ART”, West End’s Victor Lirio directs
Repertory Philippines (“REP”) is set to stage this month its 88th season offering of Yasmina Reza’s Olivier & Tony Award winning comedy, ART, with a translation by Christopher Hampton and directed by Victor Lirio. Preview performances are scheduled for June 11th and 12th at 8 p.m. and opening night on Friday, June 13th at 7:30 p.m. Regular performance schedule runs Friday to Saturday at 8 p.m. with matinee performances on Saturday and Sunday at 3 p.m. through June 29, 2025. All performances will be at REP’s recently inaugurated Eastwood Theatre in Quezon City. REP’s production of ART will be comprised of New York, London, and Manila-based creatives. The international cast features London-based Filipino-British actor Martin Sarreal, who appeared in Season 3 of the hit…
