A theater experience unlike any other is unfolding in Quezon City—one where the line between rehearsal and performance blurs into raw, unpredictable art. Within and Without End invites you into an open rehearsal where actors warm up, improvise, and exchange ideas, all while the director and dramaturg occasionally interrupt the flow. This meta-devised work, directed by Jenny Logico-Cruz, challenges you to remove your shoes and move through the space. Nudity is part of the piece, and every moment feels exclusive, intimate, and alive.
For those who want to honor mothers with something timeless, dried flower bouquets are making a quiet statement this season. Imagine a single China Rose held in your hand, its petals preserved like a memory. Or a bundle of dried blooms, each stem telling its own story—available only at select malls until May 10. These aren't just flowers; they're whispers of gratitude that never fade.
Shangri-La Mall transforms into a three-day universe dedicated to moms, starting May 8. Picture a dance party with G Force, a talk on meaningful play by teacher Gabby Roa Limjoco, and the launch of a book titled Happily Ever After… Again by Ines Bautista-Yao. There are wellness talks, a body scrub workshop, and a Montessori-inspired kids area where little ones explore while mothers recharge. The atrium buzzes with a Mama Market, journaling stations, and self-care booths—all designed to celebrate the women who shape our world.
Araneta City turns Mother's Day into a full weekend affair with events spilling across Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, and Farmers Plaza. The Well Mama Expo offers wellness services and flower stalls under the Quantum Skyview. Mothers and children dance island-inspired moves at Mommies on the Move, while Kitchen Queens cooks up a live show. Every corner feels like a tribute to the woman who raised you.
Up in Baguio, the Korea Festival returns for its fifth year—a vibrant explosion of culture from noon to 8 p.m. on May 9 and 10. Interactive booths, hands-on activities, and live performances transport you to Seoul without leaving the mountains. This year, an ASEAN Corner marks the Philippines' chairmanship of ASEAN 2026, blending Korean and Filipino artistry in a celebration of unity and creativity.
Nearly two decades after its film debut, Endo rises again—this time on stage at the PETA Theater Center. The story of love tangled in contractual labor is reborn for the gig economy, adapted by Liza Magtoto and directed by Melvin Lee. It's a raw, relevant reimagining that hits harder than ever. Performances continue until May 10.
The rock opera that defined a generation is back—Jesus Christ Superstar, the Olivier Award-winning revival, blazes through The Theatre at Solaire until May 24. With lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, this production earned the 2017 Olivier for Best Musical Revival. Judas tells the story of Christ's final week through electric guitar and raw emotion. The weekend performances leave you breathless.
For adrenaline seekers, Mortal Kombat II storms Philippine cinemas—a gory, no-holds-barred showdown between Earthrealm's champions and the dark rule of Shao Kahn. Karl Urban, Jessica McNamee, and a powerhouse cast bring the fan-favorite video game to brutal life. Directed by Simon McQuoid and produced by James Wan, this is action that doesn't just entertain—it immerses you in a battle for existence itself.
