Ladyva's Epic Boogie Woogie Piano Performance

Ladyva's Website: https://ladyva.com/ This is Ladyva's live performance at the Boogie-Woogie festival "International Boogie Nights Uster" last November 2022. This festival is organised by the renowned Swiss Boogie-Woogie Pianist, Chris Conz, and brings together some of the best boogie-woogie musicians from around the world. ► Get Ladyva's music & everything: https://linktr.ee/Ladyva ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladyvaoffic... ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ladyva01/ ► TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ladyvaofficial ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/LadyvaOfficial

This concert features OPM Icons and Pops Fernandez

"The Four Kings and a Queen" concert is all set to wow the audience with a repertoire of OPM classics from the quartet of certified hitmakers.

BY MB LIFESTYLE

Apr 17, 2023 12:17 PM

  

---

Enchanted Kingdom is proud to present a concert that will bring back the golden era of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) “The Four Kings and Queen” on May 7, 2023, at the Enchanting Events Place at 7 p.m.

Under the musical direction of Gerry Matias, "The Four Kings and a Queen" concert is all set to wow the audience with a repertoire of OPM classics from the quartet of certified Hitmakers, plus a good dose of captivating performances from the undisputed Concert Queen Pops Fernandez with her renditions of top favorites and modern pop hits. Gerry Matias is a highly respected musician, composer, and arranger known for his exceptional talent in the music industry.

The concert promises to be a winning live entertainment phenomenon as the artists will perform their classic hits that have become part of the Filipino music culture. Fans can expect to hear Nonoy Zuñiga's "Kumusta Ka," Hajji Alejandro's "Nakapagtataka," Rey Valera's "Maging Sino Ka Man," Marco Sison's "Si Aida, Si Lorna, o Si Fe," and Pops Fernandez's "Don't Say Goodbye" and many more.

Ticket prices are VVIP at P5,000, VIP at P3,750, and General Admission at P2,000. For Concert & Admission to the park, ticket prices are VVIP at P5,700, VIP at P4,450, and General Admission at P2,700. Tickets are now available at Enchanted Kingdom Makati Sales Office, Front Gate ticket booths and online soon https://bit.ly/4Kings1QueenatEK. Fans can also check www.enchantedkingdom.ph and Facebook: enchantedkingdom.ph for more details.

This May 7, 2023, Enchanted Kingdom and the Four Kings and Queen of OPM invite everyone to join them as they celebrate the beauty and richness of Filipino music. It's a night not to be missed, so grab your tickets now!

For more information, feel free to get in touch with our Magical Guest Relations Office at 09088861271 (+632) 85843535 or (+632) 85844326 to 29 or email at mgrd@enchantedkingdom.ph

‘The Phantom of the Opera’ ends Broadway run after 35 years

By Alicia Powell via Reuters 

Laird Mackintosh, who substituted for Ben Crawford as the Phantom takes a bow after his final performance of the Phantom of the Opera, which closes after 35 years on Broadway, in New York City, U.S., April 16, 2023. (Reuters/Caitlin Ochs)

NEW YORK— Musical “The Phantom of the Opera” ended a record-breaking 35-year Broadway run on Sunday when, amid predictions that the show would one day return, teary-eyed cast members took a final bow alongside its original stars.

Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber dedicated the final Broadway performance to his son Nicholas, who died of gastric cancer last month.

“In the last few months I don’t think… any of us thought that ‘The Phantom’ would go out quite with the bang it has. And so maybe it may come back, you never know…,” Lloyd Webber told a packed audience from the stage after the show.

“It couldn’t have gone out with a better performance.”

His production, whose closure date was set last year following a sharp drop in ticket sales, is based on a novel by Gaston Leroux.

It was originally directed by Harold Prince and Broadway legends including Michael Crawford, who was the first to play the Phantom, Sarah Brightman and Judy Kaye have taken lead roles.

Set in the 19th century, it tells the story of aspiring opera singer Christine Daae who is taught by the mysterious Phantom to hone her vocal skills. However, things take a dark turn when the Phantom chooses Christine as his muse, and she falls in love with arts benefactor Raoul.

A staple of the Broadway world with nearly 14,000 performances since it debuted there in 1988, the show has won over 70 major awards.

Brightman, who joined cast members on stage on Sunday, described the production as “a very special piece”.

“Being there at its inception, it was written with a huge amount of love and passion and understanding of the human soul, actually. So, I think this is why people are so connected to it,” she told Reuters on the red carpet.

“I think that people will miss it so much that… it will reopen at some point. That’s my instinct about it.”

—Reporting by Alicia Powell; editing by John Stonestreet

Lea Salonga named top Filipino singer of 2023

BY NEIL RAMOS

Apr 17, 2023 01:47 PM

  

---

Internationally-acclaimed singer-actress Lea Salonga topped Singersroom.com’s Top 20 Filipino singers list this year.

The award-winning R&B and urban-pop site praised Lea for her  staying power.

"Salonga's music career spans over three decades, during which she has released several successful albums, including the
chart-topping 'Lea Salonga' and 'By Heart.'

They also cited her “ability to sing in multiple languages, including English, Tagalog, and Japanese.”

"She is also known for her philanthropic work, particularly in the areas of education and children's rights,” it added.

“Salonga's talent and impact on the entertainment industry continue to be felt, and she remains a beloved and influential artist around the world."

Second in the list is Regine Velasquez.

Said singersroom.com, "She is known for her vocal range, which spans four octaves, and her ability to sing in various genres, including pop, R&B, and rock."

Making it to the number three spot in the list is Gary V.

"He is known for his energetic performances and powerful vocals, which have earned him numerous awards and accolades,” it stated.

"In addition to his music career, Valenciano is also a successful actor, television host, and motivational speaker. He is known for his work as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and his philanthropic efforts, particularly in the areas of health and education.”

Others who made it to the list:

Jed Madela, Apl.de.ap, Sarah Geronimo, Arnel Pineda, Aiza Seguerra, KZ Tandingan and Moira dela Torre.

Also in the Top 20 are Kyla, Kuh Ledesma, Jona Viray, Bella Poarch, Freddie Aguilar, Rachell Anne Go, Sharon Cuneta, Francis Magalona, Bamboo Manalac, and Angeline Quinto.