Kapuso CoLab: Creating Digital Content That Is Proudly Kapusong Pinoy

Kapuso CoLab: Creating Digital Content That Is Proudly Kapusong Pinoy

GMA Network continues its commitment to digital innovation with Kapuso CoLab, a content-creation event that will bring together top Kapuso artists and the country's leading digital influencers.

A celebration of Filipino talent, Kapuso CoLab will provide the venue and resources for GMA artists, bloggers, vloggers, YouTubers, and social media personalities to create various digital content that is proudly Kapusong Pinoy.

Kapuso stars and digital influencers will collaborate in creating their very own videos at the Kapuso Online Exclusives Studio. At the ArtisTambayan Station, digital influencers will be able to interview the cast of GMA's various drama, comedy, and variety programs. Kapuso singers will also be performing with South Border and Brisom Band at the Playlist Live stage.

Kapuso Brigade, GMA's online advocates, will be present at the Kapuso CoLab to meet their favorite Kapuso stars. They can also create their own content using the various pop-up booths around the studio, including the 360-degree glam booth. KB members can also play 'Hop Pico Piko,' a mobile app inspired by the classic Pinoy street game piko, at the GMA NMI (New Media, Inc.) booth.

Kapuso fans are also invited to join the event online by watching live on facebook.com/GMANetwork.com.

This event, which is a first for the network, will be held on November 20, 6 PM, at the GMA Network Studios in partnership with Trampoline Park, J.Co Donuts and Coffee, Ellana Mineral Cosmetics, PEP.ph, Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff Mule, Andy Cola, PEP.ph, Dolce Biela Cakes, Desserts, and Carts, Color Me Photobooth and Events, Pink Lemon Parties, Aperitif, Noix Gear, and Maybelline New York

Mary Poppins Returns

Mary Poppins Returns in cinemas after 54 years this January 8 in the Philippines, starring Emily Blunt as the iconic character of Mary Poppins, 

Rainbow's Sunset, Aurora, and One Great Love Dominates #MMFF2018 Gabi ng Parangal

Heaven's Best Entertainment's Rainbow's Sunset dominates this year's Metro Manila Film Festival, the movie about two old gay men took home 12 awards including the Best Picture, Best Director for Joel Lamangan, Best Supporting Actress and Actor for Tony Mabesa and Aiko Melendez, Special Jury Prize for Max Collins and Eddie Garcia, and the Best Actress Award for Ms. Gloria Romero.

Rainbow's Sunset also bagged the Gat. Puno Villegas Cultural Award, Best Screenplay, Best Original Theme Song, Best Production Design.

Aluid Entertainment's Aurora bagged most of the technical awards namely the Best Cinematography, Best Visual Effects, Best Sound Design, Phoebe Villamor bagged the Best Child Performer, and they also bagged the 2nd Best Picture. Lead Actress, Anne Curtis was also in the top 3 for the Best Actress Award.

Regal Film's One Great Love got the most nominations in the major awards, winning as 3rd Best Picture and Best Musical Score, and Dennis Trillo winning the Best Actor award. Kim Chiu, Miles Ocampo, JC De Vera, and Direk Eric Quizon were all in the top 3 nominees for the Best Actress, Supporting Actress and Actor, and Director respectively.

Jack Em Popoy wins Best Float, Best Editing, and the FPJ Memorial Award.

Jericho Rosales and Anne Curtis won as Stars of the Night.

Regal Films releases teasers of films to watch out for this 2018

Regal Films has alot of movie in store for all of you after they released the teasers of their first 6 movie offerings for 2019, starting off with Elise, starring Enchong Dee and Janine Gutierrez, followed by Winwyn Marquez and Enzo Pineda starrer Time and Again, next is Jessy Mendiola and Arjo Atayde's Stranded, Teddy Corpuz, Donna Carriaga, and Myrtle Sarossa stars in Papa Pogi, and the much awaited "Ang Henerasyong Sumuko sa Love" starring Jane Oineza, Jerome Ponce, Anjo Damiles, Albie Casino and Tony Labrusca, last and definitely not the least is Dennis Trillo's Mina Anud. 

Sakaling Maging Tayo

Mccoy De Leon and Elisse Joson stars in their first solo movie project "Sakaling Maging Tayo" under Black Sheep, and directed by JP Habac, in cinemas January 16, 2019. 

Bird Box on Netflix

Netflix is bringing the post apocalyptic novel Bird Box to life this season, starring Sandra Bullock and directed by Susanne Bier. The Netflix movie follows the story of a mother and her children trying to escape the plague that is possessing anyone who sees it, will they survive if they can't see what is chasing them?, Bird Box is now available on Netflix Philippines starting December 21.

Andy Brown Live in Manila the acoustic sessions

Andy Brown, the lead singer and guitarist of the popular British Pop Rock Band Lawson,will be performing a one night only acoustic concert at the SM Skydome in SM City North Edsa on Saturday, March 30, 2019.

Andy Brown embarked on a solo career in 2017. During his time with Lawson, Andy together with his bandmates, achieved 7 top 20 UK singles. And their debut album,Chapman Square went multi-platinum all over the world including the Philippines.

This December 14, Andy will be releasing his debut album Cedarmont with singles “Talk of the Town” and “Lay with Me.” He will be performing songs from his debut album, as well as hit songs from Lawson such as “Standing In The Dark”, “Learn to Love Again,” “When She was Mine,” “Where My Love Goes” and many more.

For his show in Manila, Andy Brown goes unplugged and intimate for an acoustic concert along with his band. Andy Brown Live in Manila, the acoustic sessions is presented to by Kbeam Events. Tickets prices for VIP are P2,800 and Regular at P1,940 inclusive of SM Tickets charges. Tickets to Andy Brown Live in Manila will be available on December 18, 2019 at smtickets.com and at all SM Tickets outlets nationwide or call 470-2222.

Marawi's Samira Gutoc: Is She The One?

It's been awhile since the Philippines had a female senator since Santanina Rasul, and that what Samira Gutoc's aim this coming May 2019 polls, to represent Mindanao in the Senate, specially the women and children. 

But, who is this Samira Gutoc? Samira hails from Marawi City, she was a former Journalist, she graduated from UP with a degree in Communications and Masters in International Studies, she was also the first female president of the UP Muslim Students Association and Metro Wide Muslim Youth and Student Alliance. She also had a degree in Law from Arellano University and was a fellow at the Center of Islamic Studies in Oxford. 

Samira Gutoc was also named as  one of The Young Outstanding Men for Leadership and Ten Outstanding Women in the Nation's Service, she was also an assemblywoman in ARMM's legislative assembly and also she is part of the Bangsamoro Transition Commission. 

With this credentials she believes that she is capable of serving the people in the senate, she aims to be the voice of the unrepresented, to give equality, and social justice. 

AC Bonifacio is All About It!

AC Bonifacio is All About It!

AC Bonifacio took retro to a whole new level as she celebrated her 16^th birthday in her first solo concert “AC All About It”at SM North EDSA Skydome last December 14, 2018.

Over a thousand excited fans flocked to see AC showcase her multiple talents onstage. Apart from performing her hit singles “Sumayaw, Sumaya” and “Touch and Move,” she also lent her killer moves and vocals toremarkable hits from Michael Jackson, Sarah Geronimo, Queen, and Rihanna.

To give the audience a chance to recover from the adrenaline of AC’s head bopping hits and powerful dance numbers, she also swooned the audience with iconic OPM songs “’Di Na Muli” and “’Kung ‘Di Rin Lang Ikaw,” that left the audience swaying through her smooth vocals.

Just when the fans thought the night couldn’t get any better, the fast-rising 16-year-old singer and dancer brought with her the best fresh artists to serenade the crowd. AC’s friends JanahZaplan, Jeremy Glinoga, Ken San Jose, and Ryle Santiago also graced the stage

With AC All About It being the dance marvel’s very first solo concert, AC couldn’t express how thankful she is for the chance to perform her best in front of a crowd she adores. With a happy heart, AC expressed how huge of an opportunity was given to her, and she wanted nothing more than to make the people who believed in her proud.

Aside from the concert, she said she will always cherish the hard work of everyone behind the production. “I think my favorite part aside from performing for my fans was the preparation we did. Everyone worked as a team to help everything run smoothly. I owe everything to them as well,” she said.

Above everything, AC expressed she wouldn’t be where she is now without her lovely fans. When asked for a message, she said “Thank you for your unconditional love and genuine support! I pretty much said everything sa show, but I love you guys always! You keep me going.”

Catch AC Bonifacio in ABS-CBN’s Playhouse every Monday to Friday before It’s Showtime, and make sure to watch out for her next single in 2019.

AC All About It is presented by Ivory Music & Video in partnership with Smart Communications, Inc. and World Balance, Inc.; in cooperation with Megasoft, Inc. and Top-O Oxygen Supplement. Special thanks to the following: Voices Studio Co., Legit Status, GAOC, Fernando’s Bakeshop, Skin Buffet, and Jollibee; as well as media partners MYX and Pinas FM 99.5.

Stream and download AC Bonifacio's Sumayaw, Sumaya on Spotify and other music stores: bit.ly/SumayawSumayaACBonifacio

FDCP and Nabunturan Gov’t Inaugurate Cinematheque in Compostela Valley

FDCP and Nabunturan Gov’t Inaugurate Cinematheque in Compostela Valley

Residents of Nabunturan and neighboring communities can finally enjoy a unique cinematic experience and access diverse film programs as the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) and the Municipality of Nabunturan inaugurate the Cinematheque Centre Nabunturan last Monday, December 10, 2018.

The Cinematheque’s inauguration ceremony was spearheaded by FDCP Chairperson and CEO Liza Diño and Mayor of Municipality of Nabunturan Chelita C. Amatong. It was also attended by Executive Director Wilfredo Manalang, Admin and Finance Head Emilita Alquiza, Alyssa Jane Mernelo of Department of Budget and Management (DBM), and members of the Board of Trustees Anna Abalahin and Atty. Rochelle Macapili-Ona. They received a warm welcome from the Cinematheque Centre Davao team led by Distribution and Exhibitions Division Lead Officer Dustin Guillermo, Jamir Mallari, and Rejh Castillon.

The Cinematheque is an alternative venue for screening a diverse set of films as well as for hosting film development programs and various events that cultivate film culture and unify the community, such as workshops and symposiums.

The 92-seater cinema was built by the FDCP in partnership with the local government of Nabunturan, which donated an 800-square meter lot for the building. It is the first Cinematheque under the leadership of Chairperson and CEO Liza Diño and the first establishment sponsored by FDCP built from scratch, as the others were refurbished structures.

Despite not having a formal cinema house, Nabunturan residents made creating a film community in the region possible. FDCP Chairperson and CEO Liza Diño hopes to strengthen the passionate filmmaking community of Compostela Valley even more with the construction of Cinematheque.

“I’m so excited to be able to share the rich and lively world of cinema with the Nabunturanos and I hope that you can take advantage of this opportunity because this is where we can come together as one community. Maraming-maraming salamat po. This is yours. Make it relevant to you and make it personal to you,” said FDCP Chairperson and CEO Liza Diño during the Inauguration. 

The event was followed by the ceremonial unveiling of the plaque and blessing of the Cinematheque. A screening of Kip Oebanda’s Liway concluded the historic event.

The Cinematheque Centre Nabunturan’s inauguration ceremony was held last December 10, 2018 at 3:00 PM at Layug Avenue, Purok 13 beside SPED, Central Elementary School.

Political Thriller Film Project ‘Filipino’ Wins Top Prize at Singapore Project Market

Political Thriller Film Project ‘Filipino’ Wins Top Prize at Singapore Project Market

A film project from the Philippines stood out and won the prestigious Cre8 Co-Production Award during the Southeast Asia Film Financing Forum (SAFF) Project Market, beating out 15 projects from Southeast Asia. The project-in-development titled Filipino by Mel Allego wowed the jury for its powerful storytelling and potential to be commercialized and co-produced globally. Allego took home a co-production deal worth up to $200,000 from Cre8 Productions.

“I always have had (these) thoughts and ideas about my experiences living in contemporary Philippines. I wanted to do a film that is something nonconventional, and get people thinking about what is correct, what is incorrect–against the backdrop of the current uncertain socio-political landscape,” said Allego.

Set in Cebu, it tells the story about a journalist who sneaks through the blockade and inevitably gets caught up with five individuals cornered in a deadly chess game between fundamental extremists and higher powers.

The SAFF Project Market is back for its fourth edition this year to offer opportunities for investment and co-production to feature films from Asia and Europe and featured five (5) Filipino projects in its slate, including:

Ani (The Harvest)

Science Fiction, Coming-of-Age

Producer: Toni Zuniga

Director: Kristine Zuniga

Bangsa Badjao

Drama Thriller

Producer: Suzanne Richiardone/Jessel Monteverde

Director: Jessel Monteverde

Comfort

Feminist Action Drama

Producer: Bianca Balbuena and Kriz Gazmen

Director: Gino M. Santos

John Denver Trending

Drama, Social Satire

Producer: Sheron Dayoc and Sonny Calvento

Director: Arden Rod Condez

Launched by ScreenSingapore in partnership with the Southeast Asian Audio-Visual Association (SAAVA) and Ties That Bind: Asia/Europe Producers Workshop (TTB), the annual summit was established in 2015 to bring together key players in the international film industry and promote fruitful collaborations.

Meanwhile, in line with the celebration for the Philippine cinema’s 100^th year anniversary, the Singapore Media Festival (SMF) puts the Philippines in center stage as this year’s country of focus. The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) was the lead agency in the Philippine participation to the SMF, and brought together thirty (30) companies including film buyers, producers, service providers, distributors, and animation agencies to attend SMF-established events, including the Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) Leader's Summit and SAFF Conference.

The SAFF Project Market 2018 was held from December 5 to 7, 2018 at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore.

Catriona Gray is Miss Universe 2018!

After a nerve wracking three hour pageant a new Miss Universe was finally crowned and she is no less than Miss Philippines' Catriona Magnayon Gray from Albay. The 24 year old singer, model, and founder of Young Focus in Tondo bested 91 other women including heavy favorites Miss South Africa who finished as first runner up and Miss Venezuela who ended as 2nd runner up, the coronation was held at the IMPACT arena in Bangkok, Thailand.

Catriona went through a thorough competition process from the Top 20 where they went through a 15 second intro that will determine who will enter the top 10, she was able to make a good introduction telling   

Entering the Top 10, Catriona showed off her slow mo twirl in the swimsuit, while she was blazing hot in her lava inspired high slit evening gown by Mak Tumang. 

Moving to the Top 5, Catriona was asked about what she thinks of the legalization of Marijuana, she answered in a short but very concise answer that she is in favored for the use of it for Medical use, but not for recreational use citing as that everything is good but in moderation. 

With that answer she was able to move in to the top 3 first, where she was able to answered the final question about what important lesson she learned in her life and how would she apply it in her reign as Miss Universe. She said that one important lesson she learned is that to look for the beauty in the eyes of the children since she has been helping children of Tondo through her Young Focus charity and also to be grateful. 

Catriona is the fourth Miss Universe of the Philippines,  

Kathniel renews tie with Shawarma Shack's

The fastest rising brand in the shawarma industry, Shawarma Shack, has renewed the endorsement contracts of the country's top love team, Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla. Present at the contract signing along with Kathniel were Shawarma Shack owners, Walther Buenavista and Patty Collantes. 

"Since we acquired Daniel and Kathryn as our endorsers, our franchisees have doubled, even tripled and in 2019, we are bound to open more branches nationwide. Indeed, we have grown so fast with Kathniel as our partners" Patty Collantes says. 

Shawarma Shack offers a buy 1 take 1 promo for their shawarma wrap for an affordable price of Php 69, the shack also offers Shawarma Rice, Kebab, Chicken Tikka, Keema, Boneless Chicken Beryani, Lamb Champs, Shawarma Over Fries. 

#UAAP81 Juniors Basketball: 12/15/18

The Baby Tams ended the first round in second place with a 5-2 record after they tamed the UST Tiger Cubs, 63-37.

FEU came in the game with a solid core, controlling the whole game from start to finish, they even blew their lead up as high as 27 points to secure a smooth victory over the Tiger Cubs.

Bryan Sajonia led the Baby Tams with 12 points along with Royce Alforque and Rhonjhay Abarrientos with 11 points respectively.

Jb Lina top scored for the Tiger Cubs with 11, finishing the first round 3-4 record.

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The Adamson Baby Falcons are on a romp after they beat down the DLSZ Junior Archers 72-57.

Ap Manlapaz had 18 points to top score for the Baby Falcons, Didat Hanapi added 12 points, Andrey Doria had 11 points, and JM  Sabandal added another 11 points with 12 rebounds.

Lance Jomalesa top scored for the Junior Archers with 15 points, Ranz Unisa added 10 markers.

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The UE Junior Warriors finally scored a win this season at the expense of the UPIS Junior Maroons after a tight 74-72 contest.

Leo Almacen had 29 points for the Red Shirts, while Sean Manug added 20 points and 15 rebounds, while Jesse Suillano added 11 points and 12 rebounds.

Jordi Gomez de Liano led his still winless UPIS squad with 27 points, while Allen Torres added 12 points and 14 rebounds, John Tuazon with another 12 points, and Ralph Labao with 11 points.

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The NU Bullpups regains the top spot after they topple down the defending champs Ateneo Blue Eaglet down 78-62.

Terrence Fortea led the Bullpups with 17 points followed by Gerry Abadiano with 16 points, Carl Tamayo provided steady defense with 13 points and 10 rebounds.

Kai Sotto's 23 points and 12 rebounds isn't enough for the Eaglets to stay on top, Ian Espinosa added 15 points.

Korea's No. 1 hit series - My Golden Life is now on GMA Network!

Korea's No. 1 hit series - My Golden Life is now on GMA Network!

A mother's misguided love has caused her daughters to get swapped in status, and so the heroine Gillian enters the rich household to have a better life without knowing she is actually not their long-lost daughter, but her "former twin" sister instead. What will happen to her once the secret get revealed, and what will happen to her relationship with Dion, whom she has gotten closer to as siblings?

This certified phenomenal hit series is the first Korean drama that will be dubbed by Kapuso stars. Main character of the series Gillian Seo will be voiced by Sanya Lopez, Gillian’s close friend Luke Sun will be voiced by Bruno Gabriel, Giselle Seo, Gillian’s twin sister will be voiced by Ayra Mariano and Dion Choi, the heir to the Haeseong Group will be voiced by Ken Chan.

Don’t miss the highest rating and award winning Korean drama of 2018 which encourages us to value our family during the most difficult times - My Golden Life, weeknights after Onanayon GMA Telebabad!

#PusoNgPasko: The GMA Christmas Station ID

GMA Network received several praises from netizens after it successfully unveiled the 2018 Christmas station ID (SID) “Ipadama ang Puso ng Pasko” last November 18.

The Kapuso Christmas Station ID, which has breached the 1-million mark on YouTube, also gained over 1 million Facebook views in less than 24 hours. #PusoNgPasko was likewise a top trending hashtag on Twitter and the Christmas SID proceeded to be the number one trending video on YouTube for almost 24 hours.

Viewers from different online platforms expressed their appreciation to the Kapuso Network for the inspiring message that anyone, no matter the circumstance in life, has the ability to also touch lives in a positive way.

On Facebook, Dennis P Abrigo said “[Ang] sarap sa pakiramdam kapag yung maliliit na tao at simpleng empleyado ay nabibigyan nila ng pansin at halaga tulad namin na mga gwardiya na mababa ang tingin sa amin ng ibang mga tao, kaya sobrang saya kapag naa-appreciate nila yung ginagawa namin, mas lalo kaming na-iinspire at mas lalo pang pagbutihin ang aming mga trabaho. Salute to Kapuso. Thank you.”

Facebook user Juliano Betalia also said “Ang pasko ay hindi lang sa pamilya kundi sa lahat ng tao sa mundo. Walang pinipili mahirap man o mayaman ang mahalaga maipadama mo ang diwa ng pasko. Kaya I love GMA CSID sobrang ganda, lahat masaya lahat nagbibigayan.”

On YouTube, Rol Dan said “GMA at its finest! They always give a new flavor of their CSID each year, at ramdam mong di nakikipag kumpetensya, gusto lang ipadama ang #PusoNgPasko taon taon.”

“When we say GMA, the first thing that comes to mind is their genuine sincerity to help others. This is their best CSID for me, the message was clearly executed! And the song is quite catchy! Congrats GMA, you did great,” jairinealexa also commented.

Twitter user @dncrkerbs mentioned, “Ang ganda ng CSID ng GMA. Yung beat ang saya nakakaindak. And syempre goosebumps. ‘Sabay-sabay sa buong mundo, ipadama ang puso ng Pasko’ Ang ganda ng linyang to. #PusoNgPasko nice one @gmanetwork!”

More than the presence of the Kapuso celebrities, the Christmas campaign featured the Network’s heart for genuine public service via GMA Kapuso Foundation and Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko, as well as its collaboration with various organizations.

#UAAP81 Juniors Basketball: 12/12/18

The FEU FERN Baby Tamaraws bounced back big time after they beat up the UPIS Junior Maroons 102-72.

The Baby Tams showed off a strong opening period performance after a 22-11 output, though the Junior Maroons were able to get their rhythm going in the second period cutting the lead of FEU to a 43-35 lead.

Going to the second half the Baby Tams pulled away again after pushing their lead up 74-57, and even extending it up to a 31 point lead.

Xyrus Torres led the Baby Tams with 27 points, Rhonjhay Abarrientos and Bryan Sajonia added 14 points each for FEU to go 4-2.

Allen Torres led the Junior Maroons with 23 points, Ralph Labao added 17 points, while Jordi Gomez De Liano and John Tuazon had 12 and 11 points for UPIS.

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The UST Tiger Cubs stops the DLSZ Junior Archers 63-55.

Mark Nonoy led the Tiger Cubs with 19 points and 12 rebounds, followed by John Casingcasing with 16 points, while JB Lina added 10 poits and 12 rebounds.

Lance Jomalesa led on the side of the Junior Archers with 13 points and 12 rebounds, Louis Subido added 10 markers in this game.

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The Adamson Baby Falcons stuns the top seeded NU Bullpups 62-59 to deal them their first defeat of the season.

JM Sabandal led the Baby Falcons with 13 points and 11 rebounds, Adam Doria added 12 markers, while Ap Manlapaz added 11 points and 14 rebounds.

Gerry abadiano led the Bullpups again with 17 points, Terrence Fortea added 11 markers/

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The Ateneo Blue Eaglets topped the UE Junior Warriors after an 84-62 win.

Kai Sotto again towered over the rest as he scored 25 big points for the Eaglets, JC Fetalvero added 11 points and Daniel Coo had another 10 points, David Diaz added 10 points with 15 rebounds.

Mike Flores top scored for the Junior Warriors with 17 points, Sean Manaug added 14 points, and Shane Dichoso added 11 points.

Josh Groban in Manila this February 2019

Ovation Productions on its 40th year of presenting some of the biggest names in live entertainment in the Philippines proudly announces its post Valentines concert at the Mall Of Asia Arena on February 22, 2019 featuring the supremely talented Josh Groban.

Josh Groban is an internationally renowned singer, songwriter, and actor whose baritone voice is instantly recognizable and unparalleled among his peers. He has entertained fans across the globe with his multiplatinum albums and DVDs (selling more than 30 million worldwide), electrifying live performances, and comedic film and television appearances. Groban is the only artist who has had two albums land on Billboard’s list of 20 best-sellers of the last 10 years.

The 35-year-old Los Angeles native first broke through in 2001 with his self-titled 5x platinum debut, followed by 2003’s 6x platinum Closer, and 2006’s double-platinum Awake. In 2007, he became the best-selling recording artist of the year thanks to sales of Awake and his blockbuster 6x platinum, Grammy-nominated Christmas album, Noel —  the best-selling album of 2007. At the end of 2010, Groban released the Rick Rubin-produced, gold-certified Illuminations. All That Echoes followed in 2013, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 chart, Groban’s first No. 1 debut and third chart-topper. Gold-certified All That Echoes racked up a host of positive reviews from major media outlets, including The New York Times, Billboard, Rolling Stone, and USA Today. His global arena tours routinely sell out, including his 2013 All That Echoes tour, which included 60 shows in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and North America. 

In April 2015 Groban released his seventh studio album, Stages — a collection of some of the greatest musical theater songs of all time, which Groban describes as “gorgeously arranged songs that have stood the test of time,” and which he was drawn to because of their combination of “incredible melody with an incredible story.” Recorded with producers Humberto Gatica and Bernie Herms in both Los Angeles and London’s Abbey Road (with a 75-piece orchestra), Stages features songs from Les Misérables, Carousel, Sunday in the Park with George, Sweeney Todd, Into the Woods, The Fantasticks, A Chorus Line, Phantom of the Opera, and others. The gold-certified Stages was nominated for a 2016 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album.

Groban also released a CD/DVD package, entitled Stages Live, featuring performances recorded at the historic Los Angeles Theater in downtown L.A. for a PBS special entitled Josh Groban: Stages Live. The album has been nominated for a 2017 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album. Last July, Groban embarked on an extensive North American tour to support Stages, entitled “Josh Groban: On Stage.” 

Also in 2016, Groban made his Broadway debut starring in the new musical Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, which opened to glowing reviews. The New York Times raved that “Josh Groban is absolutely wonderful…he invests his singing with the pain and frustration that define Pierre. And his acting is superb, as he all but trembles with the existential despair that courses through Pierre’s veins.” Time Out NY said: “Josh Groban plays the melancholy Pierre with intensity and a simply ravishing voice.” 

As an actor, Groban has also appeared on Glee, The Simpsons, The Office, CSI: NY, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, The Crazy Ones, as well as in the feature films Crazy, Stupid, Love, Coffee Town, and Muppets Most Wanted. In 2015, he hosted ABC’s unique singing competition Rising Star. Groban is also a popular television talk-show guest, appearing in various late-night comedic sketches with Jimmy Kimmel, co-hosting Live With Regis and Kelly with Kelly Ripa, and paying tribute to Oprah Winfrey during the final week of her long-running show.

An active arts education philanthropist and advocate, Groban is a member of Americans for the Arts Artists Committee, on whose behalf he testified before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on the Interior on the value of the arts during Arts Advocacy Day in 2009. In July 2011, Groban established the Find Your Light Foundation, which helps enrich the lives of young people through arts, education, and cultural awareness. It covers a wide array of possibilities, from providing instruments and funding for arts programs in schools to introducing people to the arts and culture around them through the use of technology.

Josh Groban’s Bridges Tour 2019 live in Manila is presented by Ovation Productions. Ticket prices are P20500, P18500, P15500, P10500, P8500, P5500, P2500 and will go on sale Monday December 17, 2018 10am through www.smtickets.com and all SM Tickets outlets. For more info, call 470-2222 / 532-8883 or follow Ovation Productions online.