Whether you’re a true blue Manileño, someone who just moved here, or are just visiting, you’ve probably already noticed that there is never a lack of things to do in Manila. This is Coconuts Manila’s guide to everything you need to check out over the weekend. Peruse it, take note of everything that interests you, and don’t forget to let us know all about it.
Watch the Filipino adaptation of the one-act play Night, Mother
Date: Opens Feb. 2, Friday
Venue: PETA Theater Center, New Manila, Quezon City
The Pulitzer Prize-winning one-act play Night, Mother will be staged in the PETA Theater starting this Friday until March 3 (Saturday) and will star actresses Eugene Domingo and Sherry Lara.
This version of the play is a Filipino adaptation by Ian Lomongo. It’s about a daughter who tells her mother that she plans to commit suicide that night and the mother who tries to convince her not to go through with it.
The events take place throughout the course of the night and will happen in real time.
Get your tickets at TicketWorld.
Experience the first Manila Biennale in Intramuros
Date: Starts Feb. 3, Saturday
Venue: Different parts of Intramuros, Manila
Take in the charm of Intramuros when you attend events of the very first Manila Biennale. It’ll be a month-long affair starting this Saturday and ending on March 5 (Monday) that will turn parts of Manila’s walled city into art spaces.
Their first event is the Viva Manila Pasyal Market and Fair this coming Saturday and Sunday, a street fair that will bring artisans, performers, and local businesses together in Fort Santiago.
Visit its Facebook page and website for specific event details.
Catch The xx live
Date: Feb. 7, Wednesday
Venue: World Trade Center, Pasay City
This isn’t technically going to happen over the weekend but we can’t not include it in our list. British indie pop group The xx will be back in Manila this coming Wednesday! As part of their I See You tour, the trio will be performing for their Filipino fans at the World Trade Center.
Get your tickets at TicketNet.
