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West Side Story Update

Apparently, last night's show was a Premier Gala Night. It also served as a fund-raiserfor a foundation called BayaNiJuan. Cocktails were provided by Tamayo's catering. Upon registering at the ticket booth, we were given back issues of Metro and Society magazines. Free coffee was also served during the intermission. I didn't know that the show begins at 8PM. All I knew was that cocktails start at 6PM. Since we were early, we had the chance to sample the hors d'oeuvrs first. The open bar served wines, spiked juices and virgin drinks. Really not bad for the price we paid for our tickets. I was glad to see Joanna Ampil star as the female lead, Maria. Being a singer myself, I am not quite impressed by Karylle's singing style. Ms. Ampil has a wonderful voice. However, the words tend to be unclear when she sings the upper register. She delivered her lines well. I just hoped her Puerto Rican accent was more consistent throughout the play. All-in-all, her West ...

West Side Story

My mother got us tickets to the West Side Story's run tomorrow night. Knowing that it will formally open on Friday, tomorrow's show at the Meralco Theater may just be a dress-tech rehearsal. That explains the 50% discount we got. Not bad pa rin, since we're having cocktails before the show. Will see how it goes. I hope Karylle doesn't fumble with her musical numbers.