Rising through adversity
Ballet Manila’s “Rise!” captures the essence of rising through adversities and fulfilling its artistic director and CEO Lisa Macuja Elizalde’s “phoenix rising” pronouncement after the home theater was razed by a fire.
“Rise!” is a double-bill show that will begin with a pop program entitled “Ballet & Ballads” and a retelling in ballet of the opera “La Traviata,” as choreographed by Elizalde.
“Rise!” is a rare treat for fans, as it will feature elements of performing arts such as opera, popular music, OPM (Original Pilipino Music), and orchestral music.
Featuring conductor Maestro Gerard Salonga as the musical director and orchestra conductor, the show will be graced by singers Bituin Escalante, Jade Riccio, and Ivan Nery.
Supporting these prominent artists is a creative team led by Macuja-Elizalde with theater artist Michael Williams as the stage director, playwright Luna Inocian as the scriptwriter, and Gerardo Francisco Jr. and Martin Lawrance as choreographers. There will be a 12-person opera ensemble and 60-piece orchestra handpicked by Salonga.
“Rise!” will be staged tomorrow, Oct. 7, at 8 p.m. and Oct. 9 at 5 p.m. at the Aliw Theater. Visit www.ticketworld.com.ph or call the Ticketworld hotline at 88919999. Visit www.balletmanila.com.ph and @BalletManilaOfficial on Facebook and Instagram.
Meat(less) is more!
We all love our meat and can now enjoy all the delicious flavor of meat without the guilt. Kenny Rogers partnered with Beyond Meat, one of the world-renowned brands that offers plant-based meat, and now offers its new plant-based menu.
First launched in July 2021 with Kenny’s Beyond Mashed Potato and Kenny’s Beyond Burger, Kenny Rogers Roasters’ highly successful plant-based menu is growing with the addition of two new flavorful and guilt-free options: Kenny’s Beyond Basil Bowl and Kenny’s Beyond Bolognese.
Kenny’s Beyond Basil Bowl is a savory umami Beyond Meat plant-based protein mixed with sweet basil and a hint of chili served over rice.
Kenny’s Beyond Bolognese hits anyone’s healthy spot with spaghetti tossed in a rich and savory tomato sauce and Beyond Meat plant-based protein. There is also the bestselling Kenny’s Beyond Burger, a classic quarter-pound Beyond Meat plant-based burger patty with lettuce, tomato, cheese and mayo sandwiched in between wheat buns.
My personal favorite was the Beyond Basil Bowl.
These plant-based offerings made with Beyond Meat give customers healthier options without compromising taste and flavor. Beyond Meat expertly innovates meat substitutes that are low in cholesterol, saturated fats, and free of antibiotics and hormones.
Hurry to the nearest Kenny Rogers Roaster store because these offerings are available for a limited time only!
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