Nights to remember

MANILA, Philippines - He’s been described as the master of musical theater, the maestro of musicals, and a theatrical force to be reckoned with. His musicals have been seen by hundreds of millions around the world, translated into dozens of languages, and won every major entertainment award.

Meanwhile, she’s the mighty Aphrodite, the industry’s Showgirl, and on a less musical note, the best butt in the business. Her albums have sold millions while her singles have taken over airwaves from here to London to Ibiza.

In the next few months, Manila will be privy to their talents as The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber and the irrepressible Kylie Minogue stop by Manila for shows that are touted to be feasts for the senses. Presented by Citibank, The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, which will feature a cast of international musical theater talent, celebrates the master composer with a 13-show run in Manila beginning on June 24 at Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo, CCP. Tickets are priced from P750 to P6,000. Groups 20+ get a 10 percent discount. Family Package is available on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday shows only. Buy four tickets on Price Zone P4,000 and get one for free. Senior citizens enjoy 20 percent discount and students get 10 percent discount.

The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber is presented by Citibank and co-presented by Philippine Airlines, Dusit Thani Manila, Ayala Malls, and GMA7. The media partners are ETC, 2nd Avenue, Jack TV, Talk TV, The Philippine Star, Business World, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Manila Bulletin, Crossover 105.1 FM, Dream FM 106.7, Easy Rock 96.3.Magic 89.9, Wow 103.5, Wave 89.1, Jam 88.3 and 99.5 RT. 

The Showgirl

Kylie will also be performing at the Araneta Coliseum on July 5. Her “Aphrodite Live” 2011 World Tour will be coming to Manila in what is already being anticipated as a concert to remember. Dubbed as The Showgirl, Kylie has been touring since February of this year and has been receiving some of the best reviews of her career with The Telegraph in the UK declaring, “Kylie Minogue is not just a pop star any more, she is a veritable goddess,” while the Irish Independent said, “It is unlikely you will see a more lavish event this year!” Tickets to “Kylie Minogue: Aphrodite Live 2011” in Manila are on sale starting May 6. For more details, call TicketNet at 911-5555 or Wilbros Live at 374-9999.