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After an unplanned hiatus, The Surelys are back with an episode on Ang Balyena by Aninag Theatre. Join Anne and Dans as they attempt to unpack the layers of this tension-filled piece.Content Warning: This episode contains discussion on grooming, sexual assault, physical violence, and alcoholism. Listener discretion is advised.

How do theater companies decide the shows they put on? We asked the producers! Pau talks to GMG Productions’ Sam Sewell and The Sandbox Collective’s Toff De Venecia to get their insights on the Philippine theater scene today through a producer’s lens, the trends they’re excited about, and many of the considerations they have before a show even makes it to the stage.***This episode was completed as part of the ArtsEquator Fellowship 2024

With a very busy year just about to close, there's a lot to talk about in the world of theater. Join Pau as she catches up with Theatre Titas' Cheese Mendez and TheaterFansManila's Frida Tan about all things theater: from the Wicked film adaptation, revenge theater in the Philippines, thoughts about what the local industry needs right now, down to some dream prods we wish to see. This episode was completed as part of the ArtsEquator Fellowship 2024.

We talk to one of the most in-demand musical directors today, Ejay Yatco, and ask him all about the process, the misconceptions people often have about musical directors, as well as how he worked on some of our favorite musicals this year. Plus, some thoughts and hopes on the future of musical theater in the Philippines. This episode was created as part of the ArtsEquator Fellowship 2024.

We read everything, Justice Hernandez! Mula readings to feelings, sinamahan namin sina Chris, Erik, Torran, at Josh sa kanilang unang mga trial sa laro ng buhay bago pa man sila maging ganap na lawyer. Samahan sina Dans at Pau in cross-examining this musical adaptation of the 2017 film na isang classic coming-of-age story kung saan bida ang sacrifices, perseverance, principles, and friendship. Laban? Game!