It was on my first year in high school where I came across the kingdom of Berbanya where the adventures of Ibong Adarna happened. It was a really nice story about three brothers and their father [the King] who has gotten ill and only the Adarna bird could restore back the King's health. A 16th century Filipino epic poem about an eponymous magical bird, the story of the Ibong
Adarna has captivated children across the Philippines for generations. Now, it's thrilling to know that well-loved theater company, Repertory
Philippines takes the wonderful story of the Adarna bird onstage as it is brings the colorful tale to life for families everywhere
with a new English version called The Quest for the Adarna.
Produced
through RTYA (REP’s Theater for Young Audiences), the vibrant original
musical will be running from September 14 to January 26 at Onstage
Theater, Greenbelt 1.
The
play takes place in the peaceable and prosperous kingdom of Berbania, which is
ruled by the beloved King Fernando and his equally loved wife, Queen Valeriana.
They are blessed with three sons–all mighty warriors. The eldest and heir to
the throne is the pompous Prince Pedro; the second son is the dashing Prince
Diego; and, the youngest, the kind-hearted Prince Juan.
Their
idyllic life is shattered when King Fernando is struck by a mysterious sickness
and can only be healed by the song of the mythical bird, Adarna. Anyone wanting
to capture the bird must travel to its home on Mount Tabor, a journey that is
difficult and froth with danger. After his first two brothers fail on their
quest, Prince Juan bravely takes on the task to save his father.
An
enduring epic that remains one of our great cultural treasures, the Ibong
Adarna story is reborn as an entertaining play with original music. Suitable
for children of all ages, The Quest for the Adarna is an original RTYA
Production under Creative Director Joy Virata, assisted by co-directors Jamie
Wilson and Naths Everett, with music by Rony Fortich and book and lyrics by Luna
Griño-Inocian.
A
wonderful cast completes this production, featuring both stage veterans and
fresh faces. The titular Adarna will be played by Carla Guevara-Laforteza,
Shiela Valderrama-Martinez, Andrea Monique Alvarado, and Cara Barredo. Joining
them are Arion Sanchez, Jim Andrew Ferrer, Ade Valenzona as Prince Pedro, Vinni
Todd, Luis Marcelo, and Sean Nolasco as Prince Diego, and Leo John Guinid,
Diego Aranda, and Neo Rivera as Prince Juan.
The
Quest for the Adarna is a must-see for its
bright, colorful costumes, fun, child-friendly music, and its new English
translation of a Filipino classic. The final play in REP’s illustrious 2019
season, Adarna teaches kids unforgettable lessons about family, courage,
forgiveness, and love, all wrapped in an entertaining stage production.
With
great ticket prices, families have every reason to bring their kids to see this
magical musical. Orchestra center seats cost P800, orchestra side is
priced at P600, while balcony seats go for P500.
For
show-buying, block-buying, and ticket inquiries, contact REP at 451-1474 or
0966-905-4013. You may also purchase tickets by calling Ticketworld at 891
9999, or through www.ticketworld.com.ph.
For
updates and show schedules, log on to www.repertoryphilippines.ph, or like and
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