What's up with Jack?

MANILA, Philippines - “Fee, fie, fo, fum – I smell the blood of an Englishman,

Be he alive, or be he dead, I’ll grind his bones to make my bread!”

This rhyme gets stuck in the brain from early childhood, with visions of a big, bad giant out to get Jack — and you. People can see him again, but this time in an entirely new light. Thanks to Repertory Philippines, audiences can probably even fall in love with him in this beloved fairytale with a new twist.

The characters you remember will all be there – the Golden Goose, the Singing Harp, Jack’s mother. But the biggest, most delightful surprise will be unwrapped when you actually watch the show. This version is sure to bring the oldies and the kiddies together in one big celebration of fun and laughter.

Rep’s well-known players — Juno Henares, Liesl Batucan, Rem Zamora, Joel Trinidad — are part of this talented cast that one can look forward to. Choreography by Terri Aldeguer with Deana Aquino. The show is directed by Joy Virata and Baby Barredo.

Jack and the Beanstalk comes to Makati at Onstage Theatre, second floor, Greenbelt 1, Paseo de Roxas. The show runs until Dec. 10. For information and ticket inquiries, call 887-0710 or visit www.repertory.ph.