When songwriter/singer/comedian Ogie Alcasid sings, everybody listens, and they do quietly as if trying to absorb each note in the whole musical piece, apart from trying to feel the meaning of the lyric.
His songwriting talent has made him perhaps one of the most long-lasting performers in the local music carousel, spanning three decades of writing and singing as well.
To mark those 30 glorious years, he is holding an anniversary concert on Aug. 24 at th4 Smart Araneta Coliseum. And to make the occasion even more splendid, he will be accompanied on stage by the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra.
“We will have a big fiesta atmosphere during the opening number, with 80 to 100 people [performing] on stage,” shared the ultimate singer-songwriter. “We wanted to celebrate everything that’s Filipino.”
Ogie collaborated with the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra in 2017 for his OPM tribute album Nakakalokal.
His wife Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, for whom he wrote a number of songs that became chartbusters, joins him in the show as a special guest along with the couple’s friend, Vice Ganda.
Also in the OPM icon’s much-awaited show are Rey Valera, Michael V, Janno Gibbs, Yeng Constantino, Moira dela Torre, Leila Alcasid, Sarah Alcasid, Nate Alcasid, Ban Sot Mee, and the Hotlegs.
Paolo Valenciano directs with Gerard Salonga taking charge of the music direction of the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra, also as conductor.
Ogie’s first hit in 1988 was “Nandito Ako.”
Star Events, ABS-CBN Events, and the A-Team are co-producing the concert with. PLDT Home and Belo Medical Group as presenters together with minor sponsors Transmodal International Inc., EO Executive Optical, and Jollibee.
Tickets are available at ticketnet.com.ph and are priced at P5,075 (VVIP with free “Nakakalokal” album), P3,710 (VIP), P3,180 (patron A), P2,650 (patron B), P1,590 (lower box), P745 (upper Box), and P425 (general admission). Call 911-5555 for ticket inquiries.
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Engaged Lotlot in Sarap Diva
This Saturday, Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid will host a surprise mini Bridal Shower for newly engaged Lotlot de Leon.
Lotlot’s daughter Janine Gutierrez will have a surprise gift for her mom. Diego Gutierrez, Lotlot’s only son, will serenade his mom, while the actress’ fiancé will have a surprise message to his soon-to-be wife.
The mother-son tandem of Lotlot and Diego will prepare a special Ginataan dish. And watch out for the wacky trio of “Palabok” as they inject some humor and music on Lotlot’s bridal shower.
Sarap Diva airs Saturdays before Eat Bulaga on GMA 7.
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Weekend movie dates
The Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino is now on its fourth day. Here are a couple of movies you might want to watch at the plexes.
Ang Babaeng Allergic sa WiFi’ is about a girl exiled to a place that doesn’t have WiFi after being diagnosed with some kind of a disorder after years of being dependent on gadgets and WiFi.
The story revolves around Norma (Sue Ramirez), a typical millenial who is dependent on WiFi in her daily interactions with friends and her boyfriend Leo (Markus Paterson). Unfortunately, she develops an allergy to WiFi and is compelled to live with her grandmother (Boots Anson Roa) in a faraway province where she will not be exposed to any radio waves that can worsen her condition.
With no digital gadgets and no WiFi, how will Norma cope? How will her relationship with Leo be affected and how will his brother Aries (Jameson Blake) bridge the gap between their worlds?
Directed by Jun Robles Lana, Ang Babaeng Allergic sa WiFi is produced by The IdeaFirst Company, Cignal Entertainment, and OctoberTrain.
Also, Bela Padilla and JC Santos reunite with director Jason Paul Laxamana to tell a different kind of love story in The Day After Valentine’s.
Bela plays Lani, a simple girl who likes “broken things” and Baybayin, Filipino ancient alphabetic writing system. While JC plays Kai, a guy who’s having a hard time moving on from his past relationship. On a whim, they decide to hang out together on Valentine’s Day. What happens after?
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‘Asia’s Next Top Model’ returns on FoxLife
Hit reality TV series Asia’s Next Top Model is back for another season of fashion, feuds and rigorous competition on FOX Life.
Season 6 introduces one of the most diverse and captivating casts for Asia’s Next Top Model, from Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Myanmar, Taiwan, Thailand, The Philippines, Vietnam, and Singapore. Each contestant will bring her own distinct look and extraordinary background to bag the coveted title of Asia’s Next Top Model.
Asia’s Next Top Model Season 6 will be hosted by Asian supermodel Cindy Bishop for the third season in a row. Renowned celebrity fashion photographer Yu Tsai will once again act as Creative Director to help mentor and guide the models through the competition. Much-loved Asia’s Next Top Model alumni are also coming back in Season 6. Look out for fan favorites including Monika Sta. Maria from Season 3, and Shikin Gomez and Nguyen Minh Tu from Season 5.
“Last season, we saw such a strong response from the AsNTM fanbase, especially in support of our Filipina models. Maureen really won the hearts of the people here and we’re sure the two girls representing the Philippines this season will do the same.” – Said Charo Espedido, FOX Networks Group Philippines Head of Marketing.
Go beyond limits when Asia’s Next Top Model Season 6 premieres on FOX Life with a simulcast livestream on FOX+ on Wednesday, Aug. 22 at 9 p.m..
