WITTY, HILARIOUS PETA MUSICAL ‘WALANG ARAY’ RETURNS FOR 3-WEEKEND RUN

The all-original Filipino musical Walang Aray, a whip-smart, side-splitting reimagining of Severino Reyes' classic Walang Sugat, returns for a limited
three-weekend run at the PETA Theater Center on 6-22 October 2023.

Walang Aray is a spoof and tribute to the iconic sarswela. The show is a mashup of old and new, tackling the themes of love, nationalism and patriotism with a mix of catchy tunes, pop culture references, irreverent humor, witty wordplay and one-liner jabs that will leave audiences in stitches.

Walang Aray closed its initial 41-show run with multiple sold-out shows, drawing audiences old and new with its unique brilliance and charm.

The musical recently received 21 citations from Gawad Buhay! the country's premier awards for the local theater scene, including Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Original Musical, Outstanding Original Score, Outstanding Musical Direction, Outstanding Ensemble Performance for a Musical, Outstanding Stage Direction for a Musical, Outstanding Choreography, Outstanding Sound Design and Outstanding Set Design.

Gio Gahol and Marynor Madamesila, together with Shaira Opsimar and Jon Abella, are leading the cast with their outstanding portrayals of the star-crossed lovers Tenyong and Julia, which also earned them citations for the Female and Male Lead Performance in a Musical in the Gawad Buhay! Awards.

Apart from the sharp comedy and contemporary reflections, the highlight of the show is the crisp chemistry of the PETA Ensemble, which has been the heart and soul of many PETA productions.

Walang Aray's returning ensemble includes Jarred Jaicten and Bene Manaois as Miguel, Kiki Baento as Monica, Carlon Matobato as Lucas, Norbs Portales and Csai Habla as Don Tadeo, Neomi Gonzales as Doña Juana and John Moran as Padre Alfaro.

Joining them are Donn Boco, Gerard Dy, Yeyin Dela Cruz, Ada Tayao, and Ayla Garcia in multiple roles.