Sam Concepcion Joins the Cast of N.O.A.H.

Multi-talented artist and youth role model Sam Concepcion joins the cast of Trumpets’ major family musical N.O.A.H. [No Ordinary Aquatic Habitat] as the Narrator. He will share the role with theater newcomer Fred Lo beginning September 4, 2009 at the Meralco Theater.

Sam is not a stranger to Trumpets. At the tender age of 9, he took on the demanding role of Edmund in Trumpets’ THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE. Sam’s performances were even then highly acclaimed and no one was surprised when he went on to win the grand prize on ABS CBN’s “Little Big Star” (2006). Since then, he has graced kids and teen magazine covers (KZone, Candy), teen TV (Myx, Boystown), teen dance group Gigger Boys, various print and TV endorsements (Bench, Smart My Sandbox), the cast of Disney’s “High School Musical On Stage,” the soundtrack of Dreamworks’ hit animated movie “Kung Fu Panda,” among others. He was also awarded hottest “Candy Cutie” for three consecutive years (2006-2008), Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards’ Pinoy Wannabe Awardee (2006), and more recently United Nations Association of the Philippines (UNAP) Young Achiever Awardee for Entertainment (2009).

But despite all his successes in the “show biz” scene, Sam’s heart has never left the theater. In 2004, he recorded the voice of Japeth for the puppet version of N.O.A.H., which featured the vocal talents of Gary Valenciano and Bituin Escalante. Sam deemed the experience “enjoyable” but “not the same as performing on stage.” It is no wonder then that he jumped at the chance to play the Narrator. Now he goes live onstage in the full-scale production of N.O.A.H. under the stage direction of theater stalwart Jaime del Mundo.

In N.O.A.H., Trumpets retells the classic story of the Biblical patriarch and his famous ark with wit and humor, heart and compassion, hope and joy, and of course, fun!

Sam will be alternating with Fred Lo, a standout in del Mundo’s Playshop 2009 Advanced Musical Theater class. N.O.A.H. is his first professional theater gig. Though a relative newbie, Fred’s performances promise to be just as stellar as his more senior counterpart.

So set sail with Sam in N.O.A.H. [No Ordinary Aquatic Habitat] opening at the Meralco Theater on September 4 and will run till September 27 with shows every weekend in between.

For tickets and/or more information call TRUMPETS 6354478, 0917-8842105, 0932-2705639 or email trumpetsinc@gmail.com. Tickets also available at Ticketworld 8919999.

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N.O.A.H. by Trumpets at Meralco Theater

Trumpets' "N.O.A.H." has finally reached Manila!

Premiere Night on September 4, 2009 [FRI 8PM] at the Meralco Theater.

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Orchestra Side P1000
Balcony Center P700
Balcony Side P500

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Trumpets, the theater company behind the critically acclaimed productions of "Joseph The Dreamer," "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe" and "Little Mermaid" is back at what it does best! - producing musicals that inspire, teach and entertain the whole family all at the same time.

In N.O.A.H. (No Ordinary Aquatic Habitat), Trumpets retells the classic story of the Biblical patriarch and his famous ark with wit and humor, heart and compassion, hope and joy, and of course, fun!

"Yes, we're back," declares returning Trumpets president Audie Gemora. "We've always work towards producing shows that are of the highest level of quality possible, are geared towards the family, and most importantly, with stories that convey God's message of love. And if ever there's a time we need hope, it's now and, if ever there were a story that best promises that hope, it's Noah."

"We've always tried to put a modern take on what would otherwise be an `old' story," explains writer and director Jaime Del Mundo. "Aside from Noah's always relevant theme of hope and second chances, we address three of man's most vital relationships – man with God, man with his fellowmen and man with his environment. Concern for conservation and ecology – these are real concerns here and now."

Originally produced and staged with puppets, this tale of a single man's faith and obedience against seemingly insurmountable odds will now feature a cast of seasoned theater performers. Veteran actor, singer, producer and artist manager Carlo Orosa heads the list as the jovial and staunchly devoted Noah. Acclaimed star of West End's "South Pacific" Sheila Francisco is the culinary-challenged Mrs. Noah. An ensemble of the Philippines' finest theater performers plus some new exciting talents will join them.

And as always, Trumpets will not disappoint. Del Mundo teams up again with "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe" and "Little Mermaid" production designer Mio Infante. Together they breathe new life into N.O.A.H. via imaginative staging, a fabulous set and colorful, whimsical costume designs never before seen on Philippine stage. Musical director Rony Fortich's original music is lively, spirited, appealing and at the same time moving and inspiring. Such combination will not fail to make N.O.A.H. a live theater experience incomparable to any other form of entertainment.

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Trumpet Playshoppers High School Musical Auditions

Auditions for "High School Musical," open to Trumpets Playshoppers

The Philippines' leading multimedia workshop provider Trumpets Playshop and
STAGES are calling all Playshoppers to audition for the most anticipated local staging of the hit Disney musical, "High School Musical," on April 11 (Wed.) and 12 (Thurs.), 6 to 10 p.m., at the Podium Mall, Ortigas Center.

The Trumpet Playshoppers High School Musical Audition is open to all past and current Trumpets Playshop students, 14 to 20 years old. Hopefuls must prepare a song (minus one or piano accompaniment) and a dance number. Please bring colored photos.

Trumpets Playshop and STAGES' production of "High School Musical," which
will be mounted at the Meralco Theater starting this June, will cast young
heartthrob Sam Concepcion as the musical's male lead, Troy Bolton. This will be Sam's big stage comeback after the hit "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe," which was staged four years ago.

For more information about the Trumpet Playshoppers High School Musical Auditions, interested block buyers and sponsors, contact STAGES at tel. no. (632) 818-1111 loc. 209.

Disney's "High School Musical" is presented through special arrangement with
Music Theatre International (MTI).

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PHILSTAGE Marks 10th Year, Elects New Officers

Tanghalang Pilipino Artistic Director Dennis Marasigan leads the new
set of officers as President of the Philippine Legitimate Stage
Artists Group, Inc. (PHILSTAGE) following its recent election for
Board of Directors for 2007-2010. Other elected officers include
PETA's Melvin Lee, Vice President; Ballet Philippines' Sandy
Hontiveros, Secretary; and TRUMPETS' Alvin Dela Peòa, Treasurer.

The rest of the new Board Members include Actors' Actors' Leonardo
Lim, Ballet Manila's Susan Macuja, gantimpala Theater Foundation's
Dolly Bunoan, Organisasyon ng Pilipinong Mang-aawit's Mitch Valdes,
and Repertory Philippines' Gigette Tolentino. PHiLSTAGE Executive
Director Elmar Beltran Ingles is ex-officio Board Member.

Since its establishment in 1997, PHILSTAGE has launched a series of
performing arts festivals in Shangrila Plaza Mall, Subic Bay Arts
Center, and various venues in Metro Manila and suburban areas. In
2003, it became the country's only alliance of professional
performing arts companies registered with the Philippine Council for
NGO Certification. Together with the National Commission for Culture
and the Arts, PHILSTAGE has launched the Theater Appreciation
Program offering opportunities for free viewing of plays, musical
and dance performances to public school students and teachers.
Previous programs also included touring the regions with its
Performing Arts Programming and Management workshop series in
cooperation with the NCCA's Institute for Cultural and Arts
Management.

PHILSTAGE plans to launch a website and quarterly publication on
cultural issues and events, a theater awards program, fellowship
activities and collaborative productions, cultural education
advocacy programs, and a pioneering compact disk recording of well-
loved Filipino theater musicales under the compilation BUHAY!: Mga
Himig at Awit ng Dulaang Filipino.

For enquiries on sponsorship and program information, please contact
the PHILSTAGE Secretariat at Unit 24PB, The Eisenhower Condominium,
Eisenhower Street, Greenhills, San Juan, Metro Manila or through
telephone. numbers. 7231845 and fax 7217229 or email philstage@tri-isys.com.

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