What does it mean to discover our real selves through our relationships with others?
This is the story of the much-awaited original Filipino musical HANDOG as it attempts to answer this profound question at the iconic Metropolitan Theater in Manila City on October 14, 2023 with two heart warming shows at 3PM and 8PM.
The Artists: From left back row, Chellie Maynes, Kevin Batulan,Vince Conrad,Drei Arias,Joseph Billeza,Karl Jingco, and Ryan Ayangco. From left front row, JM Avelino, Victoria Mina, Dianne Fabros, Migui Moreno, Michelle Bunoan, Dea Formacil, Hannie Jade Del Mundo, Trixie Esteban, Rexter Nagaño, Carlos Deriada Jr., Noelle Polack and Gabo Tolentino (not in photo).
Produced by J&A Productions, consisting of BNI Eagles members, namely Engr. Carol Rufino, IDr. Loubelie Gardiola, Mr. JC Lumba and Mr. Erwin Reyes. HANDOG will tell the story of Gary, Paul, Amanda, Uncle Ped, Chel, Mike, Robert and Lizette as they navigate loss, sacrifice, and the redemption that comes from embracing the power of giving and love.
By the end of musical, the team that make up the whole production – from the artists and project head to the chapters of BNI and an array of community builders – hopes to ignite BNI’s seven core values: givers gain, building relationships, life-long learning, traditions and innovation, a positive and supportive attitude, recognition and accountability.
The Executive Team: From left, April Villarta-Manuud – Over-all Project Director and Creative Team’s Managing Director & Editor-in-Chief, JC Lumba – J&A Producer, IDr. Loubelie Gardiola – J&A Producer, Engr. Carol Rufino – J&A Producer, Erwin Reyes – J&A Producer, and IDr. Leslie Ledesma – Project Deputy Head and Editorial Admin Assistant.
In a press conference for HANDOG, organized by PMCM Events Management, April Villarta – Manuud, over-all Project Director and Creative Team’s Managing Director and Editor-in-Chief, said: “Join us in forging connections that unlock our potential, fostering ‘UNWAVERING SUPPORT’ and embracing BNI’s core values.”
The Artistic Team: From left, Dino Dumlao – Audio Director / Consultant, Joseph Matheu – Lighting & Technical Director, Charlotte Despuez – Stage Manager, Luisito Nario – Director, Barbie Dumlao – Librettist and Musical Director, Jobelle Ramos – Playwright, Orly Dela Cruz- Orchestrator and Arranger, Lawyn Cruz – Production Designer and PJ Rebullida- Choreographer (not in photo).
The J&A Productions’ Producers: From left, JC Lumba of Expanse Realty, IDr. Loubelie Gardiola of Lourel Development Corporation, Engr. Carol Rufino of C-Force Outsourcing, and Erwin Reyes of iChoose Insurance Agency.
The press conference was hosted by the spectacular Dragon’s Nest, Paperwork, Paperspace and was made possible by the esteemed major sponsors like C-Force Outsourcing, Lourel Development Corporation, Expanse Realty, and iChoose Insurance Agency. Behind the curtain is J&A Productions and BNI Eagles Chapter that wove their magic to create this musical masterpiece by Handog’s Artistic Team spearheaded by its Director Luisito Nario, Librettist and Musical Director Barbie Dumlao, Playwright Jobelle Ramos, Orchestrator and Arranger Orly Dela Cruz, Choreographer PJ Rebullida, Lighting & Technical Director Joseph Matheu, Audio Director/Consultant Dino Dumlao, Production Director Lawyn Cruz, and Charlotte Despuez as Stage Manager. Also, with the efficient support of Project Deputy Head, IDr. Leslie Ledesma.
The play was also brought to fruition thanks to the generous sponsors including 1-Pentagon Credit and Lending Corporation, ALDumao Window Treatments, Joanne Glass and Aluminum Supply, AJSL Hardware and Elevators, Basta Manibela Gilbert Garcia and Alveo Land Corporation.
Part of the proceeds of this grand musical affair will go to BNI Foundation’s Business Voices. So don’t miss your chance to align with greatness through sponsorship and reserve your seats now! Reach out to J&A Productions at 0917-627-5220 or 0917-868-5978 or email handog.musicalplay@gmail.com. Let’s make HANDOG an experience to remember!
