Last-minute buyers who failed to snag tickets during the show’s rerun, balikbayans coming home for Christmas and Aegis fanatics who are itching to belt out “Sinta,” “Luha” and “Basang-Basa sa Ulan” all over again, are all in for a treat with 12 special shows of “Rak of Aegis” running from Dec. 5 to 14.
With its successful comedic approach to social issues plus catchy musical arrangements, “Rak of Aegis” brings to life the music of power pop band Aegis through an engaging narrative that highlights the strong spirit and resilience of the Filipinos.
As Peta artistic director Maribel Legarda puts it, “The larger objective of Peta in doing original work is always really to be able to express what is the Filipino sentiment, whether it’s in music or performance, or whatever it is through art. We cannot be a world-class force if we do not have our own originality.”
A story of love, fame and resilience, the narrative revolves around the residents of the flooded village of Villa Venezia. At the center of the story is Aileen, a young mall promodizer pining for love and seeking fame to support her family.
“Rak of Aegis” showcases the Pinoy’s natural flair for music. The musical is created by Legarda, the same women behind Peta’s hit comedy musical “Care Divas,” and Palanca Award-winning writer Liza Magtoto, with musical arrangement and musical direction by actor-musician Myke Salomon.
The artistic team includes Gio Gahol (choreography), Jonjon Villareal (lighting design), Mio Infante (production design), Carlo Pagunaling (costume design), Maco Custodio (shoe design) and Joan Pamintuan (accessory design).
“Rak of Aegis” opens on Dec. 5 at The Peta Theater Center, New Manila, Quezon City. The musical will have two shows Saturdays and Sundays at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. (Dec. 7, 8, 13 and 14), and evening shows on Dec. 5, 10-12, at 8 p.m. For tickets, contact 0917-5765400, 7256244 or TicketWorld at 8919999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph.