Tag: theater
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To Life, to Art – Badong Bernal
I never worked with Sir Bernal, but it was hard not to know of him. He designed the set for “Comfort Women” made out of bamboos. The lead actress would be bruised every time they had to go through her rape scene. Director Missy Maramara asked if there was any way to keep her from…
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Back to Basics: What to keep in mind when reviewing theater
I lead a dual life as writer and freelance theater practitioner. My professional engagements in theater limit my coverage of the scene, but when available, I write what I can. Theater critics have their place and they are necessary, but there’s no use keeping them around if their criticism is, frankly, misguided. There are very…