Body Talk with Anne Curtis

“Wala nang atrasan ‘to!” exclaimed Anne Curtis with a subtle “threat” (to cynics) in her voice. “Araneta, here I come!”

Her “coming” will happen on Saturday, Jan. 28, during her first major solo concert Annebisyosa: No Other Concert (a title inspired by her hit movie No Other Woman) at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Ticket sales are brisk and that makes Anne a bit nervous, challenged as she is to prove that, besides being good in acting, she is also good at singing.

“It will be a fun show,” promised Anne. “I will just be myself. I will have fun and hopefully everyone will have fun, too. I’m not a serious singer and I don’t think people expect me to suddenly, magically transform into one in this concert. But I assure everyone of a great time.”

Included in her repertoire are some of the ‘80s big hits. Part of the show’s attraction is the “fashion show” (sort of!) of Anne in fabulous costumes and other visual delights. The show marks Anne’s 15th anniversary in showbiz and several guest stars will join her in special numbers.

“This is my big thank you to all my fans who have supported me through the years,” Anne noted. “They’re the ones who made this dream of mine come true. And I will give them my all in this concert.”

What special preparations did you do for your concert?

“A lot of brainstorming, dance rehearsals and proper breathing methods.”

It’s your first major concert. Aren’t you scared?

“I’m terrified and nervous but super excited at the same time!”

Have you had any voice training?

‘It will be a fun show. I will just be myself. I will have fun and hopefully everyone will have fun, too. I’m not a serious singer and I don’t think people expect me to suddenly, magically transform into one in this concert. But I assure everyone of a great time.’

“Not really for voice because there’s no hope there but proper berthing methods so I don’t run out of breath easily while singing and dancing.”

How do you take care of your voice (no cold drinks, etc.)?

“I eat and drink what I like as I always have. It really doesn’t make a difference for me. Hahahaha! My voice is what it is.”

What kind of diet do you follow? Mention food that you avoid and food that you always crave for?

“Right now, I’m on a no-carbs diet. MUST FIT INTO MY OUTFITS for the concert! I’m always craving for anything, especially potato. Chips, baked potatoes, French fries and pasta!”

Favorite snack?

“Fruits!!”

How much water do you take per day?

“This is something I have to do more of. It’s very important to hydrate yourself especially in a country that’s always humid.”

What workout do you do?

“Right now, because of time constraint I’ve just been doing my own training at my gym. But before the concert came up, I had time to do core kinesis and plyometrics.”

What part of your body needs improvement?

“I would like my arms to be a bit more toned and have legs like those of Madonna’s! She’s crazy-toned!!”

What part of your body is most vulnerable?

“My tummy! I love to eat so I always have to make sure I don’t go overboard. My cheat day is Sunday.”

What part of your body is your favorite?

“My lips.”

What part of a guy’s body do you notice first?

“His eyes and nose. So in general his face.”

What else about a guy turns you on?

“If he’s funny, intelligent and can cook!”

And what’s in a guy that turns you off?

“If he is conceited, arrogant and has dirty nails.”

How much sleep do you get per night?

“If I’m lucky, a maximum of six hours and a minimum of four.”

Favorite sleepwear?

“Big T-shirt and undies, or pretty nightgown.”

How many pillows do you sleep with?

“Two.”

Do you snore?

“Hmmm…not that I know of.”

Do you talk in your sleep?

“I have caught myself waking up talking or crying.”

Do you sleepwalk?

“No.”

What’s the last thing that you do before you go to sleep?

“Tweet or read a book and then I pray.”

What’s the first thing that you do when you wake up?

“Go back to sleep for another five minutes.”

How do you cope with stress?

“I become very quiet.”

Favorite city, favorite hideaway?

“Anywhere really, as long as I’m with the people I love.”

How often do you see your doctor, dermatologist and dentist?

“When I have the time to.”

How’s your love life (with boyfriend Erwan Heussaff)?

“Happy as can be.”

How long does it take you to fix yourself (from taking a shower to dressing up)?

“It depends on where I’m going, but usually around 30 to 40 minutes.”

Name three men that you find sexy.

“Ryan Gosling, James Franco and Christiano Ronaldo.”

And three women that you find as sexy as you are.

“The women who I want to be as sexy as are Angelina Jolie, Jessica Alba and all the Victoria’s Secret models.”

Using only body language, how would you make a guy know that you admire him?

“A lot of prolonged stares and smiling.”

(Annebisyosa: No Other Concert, directed by Rico Gutierrez with Georcelle Sy of G-Force as choreographer, is produced by Viva Concerts and presented by Smart and Cherry Mobile, with The Philippine STAR among the major sponsors. Ticket prices are: Patron A and B [P3,000], Lower Box [P2,500], Upper Box A [P1,500] and Upper Box B [P700]. For last-minute ticket purchase, call SM TicketNet at 911-5555 or Viva Concerts at 687-7236 or go to the Smart Araneta Coliseum Box-Office.)

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