Parent-child bonds take center stage
At Virgin Labfest XXI, real-life parent-child tandems brought added depth and intimacy to stories of faith, grief, love and conversations left unspoken.
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Baring the Filipino Soul: How Virgin Labfest chooses its final cut
Playwrights are given the freedom to respond quickly to current issues while experimenting with language, form and structure in ways traditional productions…
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The celebrities taking the VLF 2026 stage — plus the full festival schedule
From Angel Aquino and Elijah Canlas to Glaiza de Castro and Christian Bables, this year’s Virgin Labfest brings together mainstream stars and respected theater…
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Toni Go-Yadao and Marco Viaña lead Virgin Labfest 21
Toni Go-Yadao is stepping into the role of festival director for the 21st edition of the Virgin Labfest (VLF).
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VLF XXI opens doors for aspiring playwrights
Virgin Labfest opens applications for its 2026 Writing Fellowship Program, offering young Filipino playwrights mentorship, workshops, and staged readings at…
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When art meets religion
Local artist Buboy Balubayan, 72, paints an image of the Blessed Virgin Mary inside his small workshop on 02 January 2025, reflecting the continued devotion of…
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Grand Marian Procession 2025
Hundreds of devotees gather and join the Grand Marian Procession inside the "Walled City," Intramuros, Manila, on the eve of the Feast of the Immaculate…
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Iran's new metro station honors Virgin Mary
Tehran’s new Maryam Moghaddas metro station blends Persian architecture with Christian-inspired art, honoring the Virgin Mary and promoting interfaith respect.
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Staging truth: LGBTIQ+ stories and bold directions in Virgin Labfest XX
The Virgin Labfest continues to push boundaries and provide space to stories — raw, challenging, and sometimes uncomfortable — that often go unheard.
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Aspiring playwrights can now apply for the Virgin Labfest XX Writing Fellowship Program
Two-week mentorship program focuses on the study and practice of writing for the stage.
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Virgin Labfest 2026 opens stage for new entries
The chosen plays will be formally announced at the end of the VLF 20 in June 2025
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Virgin Mary statue survives LA wildfires
Despite the devastating LA wildfires, a Virgin Mary statue remains untouched, symbolizing faith for the Halpin family. Read about their emotional journey and…
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Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary exhibit opens in Ali Mall
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary exhibit opens in Ali Mall
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