MANILA, Philippines - Believe, The Pop Musical will have its Manila run on Oct. 6, 8 p.m. at the Music Museum. The show is a mix of the drama of theater and the energy of a musical concert.
Conceptualized and directed by Bill Ramos and Marq Dollentes, Believe is a story of the transforming power of love and the miracles it can do. It promises to inspire, uplift, heal and empower through songs of faith, hope, joy and courage.
Believe is headlined by a powerhouse cast composed of Isabella, Keith Martin, Radha, Guji Lorenzana, Marq, Benjie Layos and Mae Ann Araneta.
The actors portray characters facing common challenging human issues — his own mortality, loss of loved ones, identity, self-love and self-esteem. In the story, the Spirit comes in whimsical guises and uses people, relationships, and situations as a call to always choose to see love in a world of fear.
Among the featured pop songs in the stage play-cum-musical concert are Bring Me To Life, I’m Your Angel, She’s Out of My Life, No Matter What, Reflections, Voice Within and Because of You. The songs were given a fresh and new arrangement by Bob Aves, Naldy Rodriguez, Bond Samson, Obette del Rosario and Keith Martin.
Another highlight is the specially-made video support directed by Will Fredo and Mark Espina. Set design is by Firma Manila, costumes by fashion designer Jun Escario and hair and make-up by Ruel Papa. Media partner is MTV Philippines.
The show is a production of One World of Music and Light and presented by The Philippine Society of Medical Oncology. It also serves as a fundraiser and the opening activity of the annual convention of the Cancer and Health Awareness Outreach Program.