Things to do in Manila this weekend (Aug. 3 – 5): RM De Leon art exhibition, APO musical, Cinemalaya, Indieket, Young Writers’ Hangout

PHOTO: 9 Works Theatrical, Komikon Indieket, and Spring Films Facebook pages.
PHOTO: 9 Works Theatrical, Komikon Indieket, and Spring Films Facebook pages.

True blue Manileños, recent transplants, and visitors to our city all know — there is never a lack of things to do in Manila. This is Coconuts Manila’s guide to all things good and great happening over the coming weekend. Peruse it, take note of everything that interests you, and hit us up on our Facebook page or on Twitter @CoconutsManila to sound off on what you think.

Taking in some local contemporary art

Art by RM De Leon. (PHOTO: Archivo 1984)
Art by RM De Leon. Photo: Archivo 1984

Date: Aug. 2 (Thursday) – 22 (Wednesday)
Venue: ARCHIVO 1984, 2241 Chino Roces Ave., Makati City

On Thursday, art enthusiast and newbies alike can check out unseen works by Filipino artist RM De Leon in his solo exhibition titled SEX (unbridled works on papers – from the vaults).

It’ll be in the Archivo 1984 gallery in Makati City and will include De Leon’s “homoerotic” paintings and black and white compositions.

Sing along to another local jukebox musical

PHOTO: 9 Works Theatrical Facebook page.
Eto Na! Musikal nAPO poster. Photo: 9 Works Theatrical FB page

Date: Aug. 3 (Friday) – 26 (Sunday)
Venue: Globe Auditorium, Maybank Performing Arts Theater, BGC Arts Center, 26th St. cor. 9th Ave., Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City

After last month’s premiere of Ang Huling El Bimbo, here’s another jukebox musical based on songs by local music icons.

Eto Na! Musikal nAPO features hits from 70s group the APO Hiking Society. The story is about seven friends who join a songwriting competition during the height of Ferdinand Marcos’ martial law.

Tickets run from PHP1,500 (US$28.29) – PHP3,500 (US$66) and are available at TicketWorld

Binge on local independent films in the cinema

Still from Cinemalaya film 'Kuya Wes.' (PHOTO: Spring Films Facebook page)
Still from Cinemalaya film “Kuya Wes.” Photo: Spring Films FB page 

Date: Aug. 3 (Friday) – 12 (Sunday)
Venue: Cultural Center of the Philippines, Roxas Blvd., Malate, Pasay City; and select Ayala Cinemas

Binge-watching is usually an activity done in the comfort of your home but once a year, Filipinos get to marathon local films during the Cinemalaya Film Festival.

Now on its 14th year, film entries will once agin be screened at the Cultural Center of the Philippines and select Ayala Cinemas.

There are 10 feature-length films in competition — read about them in this roundup.

For more information, visit the Cinemalaya Facebook page

Fill your shelf with local indie comics

A booth at Komikon Indieket. (PHOTO: Komikon Indieket Facebook page)
A booth at Komikon Indieket. Photo: Komikon Indieket FB page

Date: Aug. 4, Friday
Venue: Bayanihan Center, 8008 Pioneer St., Mandaluyong City

AsiaPOP Comicon just ended but the party isn’t over for comic and graphic novel fans.

Komikon Indieket is happening this weekend, an independent comics market where local artists share and sell their works.

The entrance fee is PHP100 (US$1.89) and tickets are available at Comic Odyssey Robinsons Galleria.

For more information, visit the Komikon Indieket Facebook page.

Hone young writers’ talent

Young Writers' Hangout at Fully Booked (PHOTO: Write Things Facebook page)
Young Writers’ Hangout at Fully Booked. Photo: Write Things FB page

Date: Aug. 4 (Friday)
Venue: Fully Booked, G/F, B6, Bonifacio High Street, BGC, Taguig City

Those looking for worthwhile activities for their children can drop by this weekend’s Young Writers’ Hangout, a workshop for kids aged 8-14 years old.

Specially created for budding writers, the event provides a hands-on experience where participants receive feedback and can consult with mentors.

For more information, visit the Write Things Facebook page



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