Photo Coverage: JOE, An Original Filipino Rock Musical, Opens

Manila, Philippines, July 16, 2012 – 2011 BroadwayWorld.com (BWW) Philippines Awards' runaway winner, the Philippine Stagers Foundation ("Cory ng EDSA"), opened its newest theatrical offering, "Joe: The Filipino Rock'sical," an original Filipino rock musical that deconstructs the ideologies of the Philippines' national hero, Jose Rizal, last weekend at St. Cecilia's Auditorium, St. Scholastica's College. 

BWW photographer Dale Bacar shares his photos taken during the show's opening. See his photos below!

"Joe: The Filipino Rock'sical," is written and directed by Atty. Vince Tañada, featuring music by Pipo Cifra and choreography by John San Antonio.

The musical stars Patrick Libao, Atty. Vince Tañada, Monique Azerreda, Kevin Posadas, Jordan Ladra, Cindy Liper, Kierwin Larena, Adelle Ibarrientos-Lim, Chris Lim, Chin Ortega, JM Encinas, Cherry Anne Bagtas, and Gabby Bautista.

"Joe: The Filipino Rock'sical" continues its run at St. Scholastica's College on Saturday, July 21 at 8 a.m., 11 a.m., and 2 p.m.; and on Sunday, July 2 at 8 a.m., 11 a.m., and 2 p.m.

In addition, performances at Tanghalang Pasigueno are set on Sunday, July 29 at 8 a.m., 11 a.m., and 2 p.m.

For more information, visit www.philstagers.8m.com.

Photo Credit: Dale Bacar

Oliver is about to earn his M.S. degree in public relations and corporate communication from New York University while serving as regional editor for BroadwayWorld.com. Over the past 18 years, Oliver has been handling public relations and corporate communication for numerous brands (including Pepsi), Broadway shows, Broadway stars, non-profit organizations, and mainstream celebrities. He also teaches public relations at De La Salle University-Manila. Follow Oliver on Twitter: @OliverOliveros

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