February 2013 Issue of 24/7 Nocturnal Navigator Manila

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From February 16 to March 23, 2013, witness Asia’s biggest and best annual fireworks show synchronized with electrifying music at the 4th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition at the SM Mall of Asia.

11 of the world’s most renowned pyrotechnic artists from various countries will be putting on a spectacular and fascinating fireworks exhibition.

Canada, last year’s champion, Australia and Finland, who tied as runners-up, and third placer the Netherlands return to compete once again with the Philippines and other countries in this prestigious event.

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Art Fair Philippines 2013 From February 7 to 10, Art

Fair Philippines 2013,

a unique, multi-layered experience, showcases the best in Philippine modern and contemporary art in The Link, Ayala Center, Makati. 24 carefully selected galleries and art groups are in a creatively crafted exhibition area that features gallery spaces and commissioned exhibits. Email marga@silverlensgalleries.com or visit www.artfairphilippines.com.

Boeing Boeing The Repertory Philippines’ 76th Season takes off with this classic 60s comedy about a man with three fiancees. Hilarious actors David Bianco and Topper Fabregas play the leads with a fabulous female trio including Carla Dunareanu

Rivalry Love, honor and loyalty triumph even in the midst of intense competition between families, suitors and schools in Ed Gatchalian’s original musical “Rivalry”, about the country’s fiercest rivalry between La Salle and Ateneo. Discover the talents from the a number of families involved in this musical like the Trinidads, the Concepcions (including Red, who as Quito, provides the show’s shining moments), and the Alonso sons of Chinggoy Alonso. Filipino JPop artist Athena Tibi reprises her role as Reena in this musical’s repeat run. Jaime del Mundo directs. Plays till February 17 at the Meralco Theater. For information, call (02) 891-9999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph.

Find more events in the Compass Section of this issue. Information is subject to change without prior notice.

They’re Playing Our Song From February 8 to March 3, discover the talent of songwriter Marvin Hamlisch (“A Chorus Line”), and playwright Neil Simon (“Odd Couple”) through the comedy musical, “They’re Playing Our Song”.

Robbie Guevara directs TV celebrity Nikki Gil (reprising the role Lea Salonga played in 1994) and international theater actor Lorenz Martinez (“Miss Saigon”). 8PM evening shows and afternoon matinees run at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati. For tickets, call (02) 5867105, (0917) 554-5560 or Ticketworld at (02) 891-9999.

Mandarin Oriental Manila’s Chinese New Year’s eve Celebrate the Chinese New Year’s eve with cocktails, an outdoor show, rituals conducted by geomancer Master Joseph Chau, a fireworks display and a midnight lauriat dinner on February 9 at Mandarin Oriental Manila, Makati Ave., Makati. A ticket gets you a complimentary copy of “2013 Year of the Water Snake Forecast” and a chance to win a holiday trip for two with two-night accommodations Guangzhou. Call (02) 750-8888.

Valentine Shows

UPCOMING IN MARCH

February 12: Stephanie Reese and Raymond Lauchengco, 7PM at the Dusit Thani Hotel Manila Grand Ballroom. Call 891-9999.

March 1 to 3 Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival Puerto Galera Featuring Jimmy Cliff, Joss Stone Visit malasimbofestival.com or Ticketworld, phone (02) 891-9999 or www.ticketworld.com.ph

February 12: Bo Cerrudo and the ensemble from the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra, 8PM at the Teatrino Promenade. Call 891-9999.

February 14: The New Minstrels & Circus Band, 8PM at the Music Museum. Call 8919999 or visit www.viva.com.ph.

February 14: Martin and Pops, Ogie and Regine, 8PM at Mall of Asia Arena. Call SM Tickets at (02)470-2222 or Star Media at (02) 854-3300 or 901-6542.

February 14: Jessica Sanchez, 8PM at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Call (02) 911-5555 or visit www.ticketnet.com.ph.

February 14: Side A band, with Jinky Vidal and Top Suzara, 8PM at Resorts World Manila. Call (02)891-9999 or visit www.viva.com.ph.

February 14: John Ford Coley, 7PM at the Edsa Shangrila Hotel Ballroom. Call Ticketworld at (02) 891-9999.

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Celebrate life, love and the lunar new year during this red-letter month with enthralling events that are not to be missed. Immerse in art, laugh your heart out with a loved one, or be serenaded by your favorite rock or retro artist.

(of “Kitchen Musical”), as seductive air hostesses of different nationalities. After a three-year hiatus, the company’s co-founder Baby Barredo makes a comeback as a cast member. Miguel Faustmann directs this 2008 Tony Awards and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Play Revival. Experience over an hour of rollicking sexy laughter and fun during weekend shows at 8PM and Sunday matinees at 3:30PM at Onstage Theater, Greenbelt 1 till February 17. Call (02) 571-6926 or 571-4941 or email info@repertory.ph or visit www.repertory.ph. Call Ticketworld at (02) 8919999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph.

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SEASONOF

LOVE PAINTING THE TOWN RED

The month’s most fabulous events

LOVE IS IN THE AIR

Watch the world’s best fireworks show

ON THE COVER: Malu Mella • Photography: Jo Ann Bitagcol • Hair and Makeup: Cherry Pacheco • Fashion Styling: Vanessa Johnson.

Special thanks to Ideal People Model Management

SM Mall of Asia Arena Tickets at P6870, P5810, P4760, P3700, P2640, P1590, P530 SM Tickets March 9 | Saturday | 8 PM Motion City Soundtrack: Live in Manila SM North EDSA Skydome Tickets are at PHP1,850 SM Tickets March 15 | Friday Lea Salonga Anniversary Concert SM Mall of Asia Arena SM Tickets March 16 | Friday Pinoy Music Fest 2013 Smart Araneta Coliseum TicketNet, phone 911-5555 or visit ticketnet.com.ph

March 1 to 24 No Way to Treat a Lady Repertory Philippines Onstage Theater, Greenbelt, Makati Tickets range from P1,030 to P515.

Ticketworld

March 16 | Saturday Art In The Park 2:00 pm to 12:00 midnight Jaime Velasquez Park Salcedo Village, Makati City

March 1 | Friday | 8PM Adam Lambert SM City North EDSA SM Tickets, phone 4702222 or visit www.smtickets.com

March 21 | Thursday | 8 PM Journey Returns to Manila SM Mall of Asia Arena Tickets are at P8450, P5810, P4120, P1590, P850 SM Tickets

March 6 | Wednesday Bring Me The Horizon SM North EDSA Skydome Tickets at P1,800 SM Tickets

March 22 | Friday Bloc Party: Live in Manila World Trade Center Tickets are at P3,800 VIP and P2,800 Gold TicketNet

March 8 | Friday Smash Project 2013 featuring All Time Low | Sum 41 | Miss May I | We Start Partys | Chunk! No, Captain Chunk | Of Mice & Men | Woe, Is Me!

March 31 | Sunday The Script Live in Manila Smart Araneta Coliseum Tickets at P7000, P5500, P5000, P4500, P2500, P1500, P800 TicketNet

Art Fair Philippines 2013 From February 7 to 10, Art

Fair Philippines 2013,

a unique, multi-layered experience, showcases the best in Philippine modern and contemporary art in The Link, Ayala Center, Makati. 24 carefully selected galleries and art groups are in a creatively crafted exhibition area that features gallery spaces and commissioned exhibits. Email marga@silverlensgalleries.com or visit www.artfairphilippines.com.

Boeing Boeing The Repertory Philippines’ 76th Season takes off with this classic 60s comedy about a man with three fiancees. Hilarious actors David Bianco and Topper Fabregas play the leads with a fabulous female trio including Carla Dunareanu

Rivalry Love, honor and loyalty triumph even in the midst of intense competition between families, suitors and schools in Ed Gatchalian’s original musical “Rivalry”, about the country’s fiercest rivalry between La Salle and Ateneo. Discover the talents from the a number of families involved in this musical like the Trinidads, the Concepcions (including Red, who as Quito, provides the show’s shining moments), and the Alonso sons of Chinggoy Alonso. Filipino JPop artist Athena Tibi reprises her role as Reena in this musical’s repeat run. Jaime del Mundo directs. Plays till February 17 at the Meralco Theater. For information, call (02) 891-9999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph.

Find more events in the Compass Section of this issue. Information is subject to change without prior notice.

They’re Playing Our Song From February 8 to March 3, discover the talent of songwriter Marvin Hamlisch (“A Chorus Line”), and playwright Neil Simon (“Odd Couple”) through the comedy musical, “They’re Playing Our Song”.

Robbie Guevara directs TV celebrity Nikki Gil (reprising the role Lea Salonga played in 1994) and international theater actor Lorenz Martinez (“Miss Saigon”). 8PM evening shows and afternoon matinees run at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati. For tickets, call (02) 5867105, (0917) 554-5560 or Ticketworld at (02) 891-9999.

Mandarin Oriental Manila’s Chinese New Year’s eve Celebrate the Chinese New Year’s eve with cocktails, an outdoor show, rituals conducted by geomancer Master Joseph Chau, a fireworks display and a midnight lauriat dinner on February 9 at Mandarin Oriental Manila, Makati Ave., Makati. A ticket gets you a complimentary copy of “2013 Year of the Water Snake Forecast” and a chance to win a holiday trip for two with two-night accommodations Guangzhou. Call (02) 750-8888.

Valentine Shows

UPCOMING IN MARCH

February 12: Stephanie Reese and Raymond Lauchengco, 7PM at the Dusit Thani Hotel Manila Grand Ballroom. Call 891-9999.

March 1 to 3 Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival Puerto Galera Featuring Jimmy Cliff, Joss Stone Visit malasimbofestival.com or Ticketworld, phone (02) 891-9999 or www.ticketworld.com.ph

February 12: Bo Cerrudo and the ensemble from the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra, 8PM at the Teatrino Promenade. Call 891-9999.

February 14: The New Minstrels & Circus Band, 8PM at the Music Museum. Call 8919999 or visit www.viva.com.ph.

February 14: Martin and Pops, Ogie and Regine, 8PM at Mall of Asia Arena. Call SM Tickets at (02)470-2222 or Star Media at (02) 854-3300 or 901-6542.

February 14: Jessica Sanchez, 8PM at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Call (02) 911-5555 or visit www.ticketnet.com.ph.

February 14: Side A band, with Jinky Vidal and Top Suzara, 8PM at Resorts World Manila. Call (02)891-9999 or visit www.viva.com.ph.

February 14: John Ford Coley, 7PM at the Edsa Shangrila Hotel Ballroom. Call Ticketworld at (02) 891-9999.

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Celebrate life, love and the lunar new year during this red-letter month with enthralling events that are not to be missed. Immerse in art, laugh your heart out with a loved one, or be serenaded by your favorite rock or retro artist.

(of “Kitchen Musical”), as seductive air hostesses of different nationalities. After a three-year hiatus, the company’s co-founder Baby Barredo makes a comeback as a cast member. Miguel Faustmann directs this 2008 Tony Awards and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Play Revival. Experience over an hour of rollicking sexy laughter and fun during weekend shows at 8PM and Sunday matinees at 3:30PM at Onstage Theater, Greenbelt 1 till February 17. Call (02) 571-6926 or 571-4941 or email info@repertory.ph or visit www.repertory.ph. Call Ticketworld at (02) 8919999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph.

Issue 100 February 2013

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SEASONOF

LOVE PAINTING THE TOWN RED

The month’s most fabulous events

LOVE IS IN THE AIR

Watch the world’s best fireworks show

ON THE COVER: Malu Mello • Photography: Jo Ann Bitagcol • Hair and Makeup: Cherry Pacheco • Fashion Styling: Vanessa Johnson.

Special thanks to Ideal People Model Management

SM Mall of Asia Arena Tickets at P6870, P5810, P4760, P3700, P2640, P1590, P530 SM Tickets March 9 | Saturday | 8 PM Motion City Soundtrack: Live in Manila SM North EDSA Skydome Tickets are at PHP1,850 SM Tickets March 15 | Friday Lea Salonga Anniversary Concert SM Mall of Asia Arena SM Tickets March 16 | Friday Pinoy Music Fest 2013 Smart Araneta Coliseum TicketNet, phone 911-5555 or visit ticketnet.com.ph

March 1 to 24 No Way to Treat a Lady Repertory Philippines Onstage Theater, Greenbelt, Makati Tickets range from P1,030 to P515.

Ticketworld

March 16 | Saturday Art In The Park 2:00 pm to 12:00 midnight Jaime Velasquez Park Salcedo Village, Makati City

March 1 | Friday | 8PM Adam Lambert SM City North EDSA SM Tickets, phone 4702222 or visit www.smtickets.com

March 21 | Thursday | 8 PM Journey Returns to Manila SM Mall of Asia Arena Tickets are at P8450, P5810, P4120, P1590, P850 SM Tickets

March 6 | Wednesday Bring Me The Horizon SM North EDSA Skydome Tickets at P1,800 SM Tickets

March 22 | Friday Bloc Party: Live in Manila World Trade Center Tickets are at P3,800 VIP and P2,800 Gold TicketNet

March 8 | Friday Smash Project 2013 featuring All Time Low | Sum 41 | Miss May I | We Start Partys | Chunk! No, Captain Chunk | Of Mice & Men | Woe, Is Me!

March 31 | Sunday The Script Live in Manila Smart Araneta Coliseum Tickets at P7000, P5500, P5000, P4500, P2500, P1500, P800 TicketNet

Art Fair Philippines 2013 From February 7 to 10, Art

Fair Philippines 2013,

a unique, multi-layered experience, showcases the best in Philippine modern and contemporary art in The Link, Ayala Center, Makati. 24 carefully selected galleries and art groups are in a creatively crafted exhibition area that features gallery spaces and commissioned exhibits. Email marga@silverlensgalleries.com or visit www.artfairphilippines.com.

Boeing Boeing The Repertory Philippines’ 76th Season takes off with this classic 60s comedy about a man with three fiancees. Hilarious actors David Bianco and Topper Fabregas play the leads with a fabulous female trio including Carla Dunareanu

Rivalry Love, honor and loyalty triumph even in the midst of intense competition between families, suitors and schools in Ed Gatchalian’s original musical “Rivalry”, about the country’s fiercest rivalry between La Salle and Ateneo. Discover the talents from the a number of families involved in this musical like the Trinidads, the Concepcions (including Red, who as Quito, provides the show’s shining moments), and the Alonso sons of Chinggoy Alonso. Filipino JPop artist Athena Tibi reprises her role as Reena in this musical’s repeat run. Jaime del Mundo directs. Plays till February 17 at the Meralco Theater. For information, call (02) 891-9999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph.

Find more events in the Compass Section of this issue. Information is subject to change without prior notice.

They’re Playing Our Song From February 8 to March 3, discover the talent of songwriter Marvin Hamlisch (“A Chorus Line”), and playwright Neil Simon (“Odd Couple”) through the comedy musical, “They’re Playing Our Song”.

Robbie Guevara directs TV celebrity Nikki Gil (reprising the role Lea Salonga played in 1994) and international theater actor Lorenz Martinez (“Miss Saigon”). 8PM evening shows and afternoon matinees run at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati. For tickets, call (02) 5867105, (0917) 554-5560 or Ticketworld at (02) 891-9999.

Mandarin Oriental Manila’s Chinese New Year’s eve Celebrate the Chinese New Year’s eve with cocktails, an outdoor show, rituals conducted by geomancer Master Joseph Chau, a fireworks display and a midnight lauriat dinner on February 9 at Mandarin Oriental Manila, Makati Ave., Makati. A ticket gets you a complimentary copy of “2013 Year of the Water Snake Forecast” and a chance to win a holiday trip for two with two-night accommodations Guangzhou. Call (02) 750-8888.

Valentine Shows

UPCOMING IN MARCH

February 12: Stephanie Reese and Raymond Lauchengco, 7PM at the Dusit Thani Hotel Manila Grand Ballroom. Call 891-9999.

March 1 to 3 Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival Puerto Galera Featuring Jimmy Cliff, Joss Stone Visit malasimbofestival.com or Ticketworld, phone (02) 891-9999 or www.ticketworld.com.ph

February 12: Bo Cerrudo and the ensemble from the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra, 8PM at the Teatrino Promenade. Call 891-9999.

February 14: The New Minstrels & Circus Band, 8PM at the Music Museum. Call 8919999 or visit www.viva.com.ph.

February 14: Martin and Pops, Ogie and Regine, 8PM at Mall of Asia Arena. Call SM Tickets at (02)470-2222 or Star Media at (02) 854-3300 or 901-6542.

February 14: Jessica Sanchez, 8PM at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Call (02) 911-5555 or visit www.ticketnet.com.ph.

February 14: Side A band, with Jinky Vidal and Top Suzara, 8PM at Resorts World Manila. Call (02)891-9999 or visit www.viva.com.ph.

February 14: John Ford Coley, 7PM at the Edsa Shangrila Hotel Ballroom. Call Ticketworld at (02) 891-9999.

nocturnal

FREE

Celebrate life, love and the lunar new year during this red-letter month with enthralling events that are not to be missed. Immerse in art, laugh your heart out with a loved one, or be serenaded by your favorite rock or retro artist.

(of “Kitchen Musical”), as seductive air hostesses of different nationalities. After a three-year hiatus, the company’s co-founder Baby Barredo makes a comeback as a cast member. Miguel Faustmann directs this 2008 Tony Awards and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Play Revival. Experience over an hour of rollicking sexy laughter and fun during weekend shows at 8PM and Sunday matinees at 3:30PM at Onstage Theater, Greenbelt 1 till February 17. Call (02) 571-6926 or 571-4941 or email info@repertory.ph or visit www.repertory.ph. Call Ticketworld at (02) 8919999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph.

Issue 100 February 2013

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SEASONOF

LOVE PAINTING THE TOWN RED

The month’s most fabulous events

LOVE IS IN THE AIR

Watch the world’s best fireworks show

ON THE COVER: Malu Mella • Photography: Jo Ann Bitagcol • Hair and Makeup: Cherry Pacheco • Fashion Styling: Vanessa Johnson.

Special thanks to Ideal People Model Management

SM Mall of Asia Arena Tickets at P6870, P5810, P4760, P3700, P2640, P1590, P530 SM Tickets March 9 | Saturday | 8 PM Motion City Soundtrack: Live in Manila SM North EDSA Skydome Tickets are at PHP1,850 SM Tickets March 15 | Friday Lea Salonga Anniversary Concert SM Mall of Asia Arena SM Tickets March 16 | Friday Pinoy Music Fest 2013 Smart Araneta Coliseum TicketNet, phone 911-5555 or visit ticketnet.com.ph

March 1 to 24 No Way to Treat a Lady Repertory Philippines Onstage Theater, Greenbelt, Makati Tickets range from P1,030 to P515.

Ticketworld

March 16 | Saturday Art In The Park 2:00 pm to 12:00 midnight Jaime Velasquez Park Salcedo Village, Makati City

March 1 | Friday | 8PM Adam Lambert SM City North EDSA SM Tickets, phone 4702222 or visit www.smtickets.com

March 21 | Thursday | 8 PM Journey Returns to Manila SM Mall of Asia Arena Tickets are at P8450, P5810, P4120, P1590, P850 SM Tickets

March 6 | Wednesday Bring Me The Horizon SM North EDSA Skydome Tickets at P1,800 SM Tickets

March 22 | Friday Bloc Party: Live in Manila World Trade Center Tickets are at P3,800 VIP and P2,800 Gold TicketNet

March 8 | Friday Smash Project 2013 featuring All Time Low | Sum 41 | Miss May I | We Start Partys | Chunk! No, Captain Chunk | Of Mice & Men | Woe, Is Me!

March 31 | Sunday The Script Live in Manila Smart Araneta Coliseum Tickets at P7000, P5500, P5000, P4500, P2500, P1500, P800 TicketNet

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California Pizza Kitchen G/F Glorietta 3, T: 893-9898/9999 Hard Rock Café 3/F Glorietta 3, T: 894-3611, 893-4662 to 65 TGIFriday’s 3/F Glorietta 3, T: 752-7685, F: 892-8910

Greenbelt 2

Barcino, T: 501-3250 Bizu, T: 757-2498 Cafe Mary Grace, T: 501-3089/93 Cyma Greek Taverna Ground Floor, T: 7294837 Italianni’s T: 728-0291/89/83, F: 728-0291 Izakaya E G/F, Greenbelt 2, T: 757-4813 Masas, T: 728-1454, 757-4030 to 31 My Thai, T: 757-5113 Nuvo, T: 757-3698 to 99, F: 757-3698 Sugi Restaurant T: 757-3678 to 79, 757-3985 to 86 Spicy Fingers E T: 489-0085, 817-4729

Greenbelt 3

Queens at Bollywood, 3/F T: 757-3536 Recipes, 2/F, T: 728-0917 Red Box Karaoke, 3/F, T: 757-6188 Sala Bistro G/F,T: 729-4888; 729-7500 Seafood Club by Red Crab, 2/F, T: 757-4129, 757-4716 Via Mare Oyster Bar, G/F, T: 7574020, 757-4022/23  YakiMIX, T: 998-8039, 475-5153

Greenbelt 4 & 5

Chateau 1771 G/F, T: 729-9760 to 61 or (0917) 862-6467 Chili’s 2/F, T: 729-2862, 729-3022, Felix G/F, T: 729-9062; 496-0725 Fely J’s Kitchen, 2/F, T: 728-8878/58 Kai, G/F, T: 757-5209 to 10 Krazy Garlik, 2/F Gb5 Phase 2, T: 501-3752 and 53 Lorenzo’s Way, G/F, T: 729-0047; 729-0013, Lusso , G/F, T: 756-5893, 756-2329 M Museum Cafe T: 757-3000, F: 757-6000 Mesa Filipino Moderne, G/F, T: 728-0886 Mr. Jones, Phase 2 T: 501-3111 Myron’s Place G/F, T: 757-9898, 757-8898 Restaurante Pia y Damaso 2/F, T: 729-5511 Tapella, G/F, T: 757-2710, 757-2711, www.tapella-restaurant.com Zuni (Restaurant and Wine Bar) G/F, T: 757-0362, W: www.zuni.com.ph

Rockwell Center

Achoite Taqueria, GF, Powerplant Big Buddha, 2/F, T: 757-4480, F: Mall, T: 822-1242 757-4820 Apartment 1B, GF, One Rockwell, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., 2/F, Rockwell Drive, T: 869-3530 L2, T: 757-5154, F: 757-5104 Cantinetta, Retail 1, Block 9, E: customer@bubbagump.com.ph Hidalgo St., T: 403-0145, F: 403-0146 Cafe Breton, G/F, T: 809-6805 California Pizza Kitchen, 2/F Café Havana, G/F, T: 757-4370, Power Plant Mall, T: 895-4404/3447/5250 757-4371 E Chef Jessie Casa Armas Bar & Restaurant G/F, The Rockwell Club, T: 890-6543 3/F, T: 757-4961, 757-4996 Crustasia, G/F, Power Plant Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf Mall, T: 728-5463 G/F, T: 757-6002 Cucina Victoria, T: 898-1098 Dillingers, 1903, 3/F, T: 391-7978, M: Grams Diner, Block 9, T: 883-3966 (0917) 806-4539, www.dillingers1903.com.ph Kabisera, 2/F, Power Plant Mall, T: Good Earth, 2/F, T: 757-4562 898-0601, 896-0660 Grappa’s Ristorante Mamou too!, L R1 148A, Rockwell 2/F, T: 757-4908, F: 757-4897 Power Plant Mall, Makati, T: 822-6218, Haiku, T: 757-4597, 757-4598 M: (0917) 806-2668 Gilak by Hossein’s, 2/F, T: 729-0267, Lu, Joya South Tower, T: 403-3991 E: hossein@mail.com, W: www.hosseins.com Myron’s Steaks Ribs & Kitchen, T: 757-4565 Seafood, G/F, Power Plant Mall, Marciano’s, 2/F, T: 729-0467 T: 728-9898/728-5555 Mr. Rockefeller, T: 757-4802 Press Cafe, 3/F, Power Plant Mall, Oody’s Bar and Restaurant T: 756-5001 to 04 loc. 107 T: 757-4258, 757-4259 Via Mare Oyster Bar, G/F, Power People’s Palace Plant Mall, Lopez Drive, T: 890-5772 G/F, T: 729-2888, 729-4375

bonifacio global city  7th High, B3 Quadrant 4, BHS, T: 856-1785/86/88, www.7thhigh.com  Aria Cucina Italiana NEW! Unit NE, UG/F, BHS Central T: 621-4111, 623-0119  Aubergine 32nd and 5th Bldg., 5th Ave., cor. 32nd St., T: 856-9888  Barcino, Unit 101 Forbeswood Heights, Rizal Drive, T: 900-0726  Basilio’s Restaurant Forbeswood Heights, Rizal Drive cor.

Burgos Circle, Fort Bonifacio, T: 856-1742 to 43; M: (0929) 420-8842  Bellisima Bar & Restaurant 3/F The Fort Strip T: 815-8689   Caffe Puccini Unit 12 The Fort T: 816-3055, F: 816-3055 caffe_puccini@yahoo.com  The Cake Club NEW! UG/F, BHS Central, T: 621-3176  Cav G/F, The Spa Bldg, Quadrant 8, Bonifacio High Street, T: 856-1798  Champetre NEW! G/F, Net 1, 26th & 3rd, T: 815-8801/02

manila/pasay  The Barcelo Café, 8 Mendiola St., Malacañang Complex, Manila, T/F: 7360235 loc. 140; 735-7093, www.lccm.edu.ph Bed, Maria Orosa St. cor. J. Nakpil, Malate, Manila, T: 404-3662, T/F 536-3045, w: www.bed.com.ph O  Bistro Remedios 1911 M. Adriatico St., Remedios Circle, Malate, Manila T: 523-9153  Café Havana, 1903 M. Adriatico St., Malate, Manila, T: 521-8097 E Café Republiq, 2/F, Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila, Pasay, T: 659 7702

 Chef Laudico Bistro Filipino, G/F Net2 Bldg., 3rd Ave., T: 856-0634  ‘Cue Modern Barbecue NEW! LG/F, BHS Central, T: 621-4052 Craft, Fort Strip, T: 846-1715 E  Dinelli G/F One McKinley Place, 5th Ave., T: 856-0498  Draft Gastropub, Fort Strip, T: 8469725, (0906) 248-1214 Eat Well! Delicious Kitchen, Unit C, G/F, Net Quad Bldg., 30th-31st Sts., T: 856-9408 Encore, T: 816-4195, F: 816-4199 The Goose Station, G/F West Tower, 32nd St., T: 556-9068  Henry’s Place by Good Earth, Unit ES-3, Burgos Circle, T: 393-5915, 359-8277  Jill’s The Fort Strip, T: 818-4557 E O  Kaiseki, G/F Forte Pointe Bldg., The Fort, T: 889-1005, 889-0520  Kasbah Restaurant and Bar, NEW! G/F The Fort Strip, T: 218-4021  L’ Opera, Unit F, The Fort, T: 889-3963

Serendra

 Abé, T: 856-0526  ArAma Cafe, T: 901-3836  Balducci, T: 856-0676  Café Mary Grace, T: 856-0858  Chelsea Market and Café, T: 909-7011  Conti’s, T: 856-2352 to 53 Cupcakes by Sonja, T: 856-0308  Cuillere T: 916-7394; 856-3325  Duo (Steakhouse & Wine Bar) T/F: 909-5210 W: www.duo.com.ph  Fez, T: 901-1840  Gaudi, T: 856-0473 to 74  Hossein, T: 856-0632; 856-1278  Larry’s Café and Bar T: 856-0576  Mamou, A Home Kitchen T: 856-3569  Mogu, T: 856-0718 Miss Desserts, T: 8561429  Sentro 1771, T: 856-0581  Silk Thai Restaurant, T: 856-0386

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 70’s Bistro, 46 Anonas St., Project 2, T: 434-3597 E  Bagoong Club, 122 Scout Dr. Lazcano, Sacred Heart, T: 929-5450, 929-0544  Bellini’s, Marikina Shoe Expo 68-69, Gen. Romulo St., Araneta Center, Cubao, T: 913-2550 Cafe Xocolat, 172 B. Gonzales St., Loyola Heights, T: 929-4186  Chili’s 199 Tomas Morato Ave. T: 372-5007  Conspiracy E 59 Visayas Ave., T: 453-2170

Ayala Museum Greenbelt 4, Ayala Center, Makati T: 757-7117 to 31 inquiry@ayalamuseum.org The British Council 10/F Taipan Place, Emerald Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City Tel 914-1011 to 14 http://www.britishcouncil.org.ph/ britishcouncil@britishcouncil.org.ph

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Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) CCP Complex, Roxas Blvd., Pasay City T: 832-1125 to 39 http://www.culturalcenter.gov.ph/ccp@ culturalcenter.gov.ph Department of Tourism T.M. Kalaw, Malate, Manila T: 525-1805, 525-6538 www.tourism.gov.ph

Koiné Theater Foundation 2/F FORAB Bldg., 121 Kamuning Rd., QC T: 410-4485

Submit your events every 17th of the month for inclusion in next month’s issue via email at mag247@gmail. com. Please include event title, brief description, exact dates and time, ticket information and contact number.

NBK (Natural Born Klubbers) Club Promoters, Event Managers E: tjdario@gmail.com T: 895-8110; M: (0917) 896-6264 Newport Performing Arts Theatre Resorts World, Newport Boulevard, Newport City, Pasay

Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.

New Voice Company 8020 Tanguile St., San Antonio Village, Makati T: 896-6695, 899-0630, 896-5497 Onstage Greenbelt 2/F Greenbelt 1, Ayala Center T: 729-7777

Repertory Philippines T: 571-6926, E: info@repertory.ph

Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila  Market Café  Li Li  The Fireplace, 1588 Pedro Gil cor. M.H. del Pilar, Malate, Manila, T: 245-1234, F: 247-8688  La Cocina de Tita Moning, 315 San Rafael St., San Miguel, Manila, T: 734-2146 / 734-2141  L’Eau Vive, 1499 Paz Guanzon Ave., Paco, Manila, T: 563-8559  Lolo Dad’s, 899 Pres. Quirino Ave. cor. Leon Guinto St. Malate, Manila T: 522-2941, 524-2295, F: 522-2940  Opus, 2/F, Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila Complex, Pasay, T: 804-0592, 856-0914 E O

Republiq Club, Second Level, Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila Pasay, M: (0917) 550-8888, T: 856-0128, 856-0914 O  Pan Pacific Manila, Pacific Lounge, Lobby Lounge, Poolside Snack Bar, M. Adriatico cor. Gen. Malvar St., Malate, Manila, T: 563-0788 Sofitel Philippine Plaza,  Spiral NEW!  Sunset Bar, 7 Pecados, CCP Complex Roxas Blvd., Pasay, T: 5515555; 551-5610  White Moon Bar, 2/F Sunset Quay, Manila Ocean Park, Manila, M: 09178154181 O

Bodyrock Nightlife (Industry, Wasabi Boom, Bodyrock) Facebook: Bodyrock Nightlife BODYROCKparties@gmail.com www.BODYROCK.com

Feb 7-10: Art Fair Philippines 2013 showcases the best in Philippine modern and contemporary art at The Link, Ayala Center, Makati. Visit www.artfairphilippines. com.

 Casa Armas G/F The Podium, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 687-0177  Club Mwah! 3/F The Venue Tower, 652 Boni Avenue, T: 535-7943  Chelsea, GF, The Podium, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 914-0006/05  Chili’s, 29 Missouri Street, Northeast Greenhills, T: 727-2959 Crowne Plaza Hotel,  Seven Corners Restaurant,  Xin Tian Di Chinese Restaurant, Ortigas Ave. cor. ADB Ave., Q.C., T: 633-7222  Don Henricos, West Ave. cor.

Examiner st., West Triangle T: 371-7171; 372-7272 Excess Superclub, 62 Timog O Ave., T: 352-5201, 929 1306, M: (0920) 926-9160, E: excess.manila@ yahoo.com  Hossein, 3/F Trinoma T:9015613 Gateway Mall, Araneta Center, Quezon City, T: 913-8853  Lemuria, #5 Julieta Circle, Horseshoe Village, T: 722-2185 Metro Bar 47 West Ave., Q.C., T: 374-7505 Romulo Cafe, 32 Sct. Tuason cor. Dr. Lazcano Sts., T: 332-7275

EDSA Shangri-La Manila  Heat,  Summer Palace,  Paparazzi,  Nishiki, Lobby Lounge, E-Bar, 1 Garden Way, T: 633-8888, F: 631-1063, e: esl@shangri-la.com www.shangri-la.com  Florabel Unit 108, G/F, The Podium T: 638-7527, 667-3220  Reserve, City Golf Plaza, D. Julia Vargas Brgy., Ugong Ortgas, Pasig, T: 470 2776 Restaurant CiÇou, 57 Annapolis, San Juan, M: (0917) 885-8841

 Sidebar Cafe El Pueblo Real de Manila, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center T: 631-7339  Terry Selection, Lower Grd., The Podium, 18 ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 638-5725 wfwterryselection@ vasia.com  Tijuana’s Mexican Grill City Golf Plaza, D. Julia Vargas Brgy., Ugong Ortigas, Pasig, T: (02) 470 6179  Yaku, 3/F The Podium, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 687-5368

Eastwood City Walk

 Gweilos / Club Dredd, T: 421-2283 O  Ipanema, T: 421-7764/65  Italianni’s, T: 683-0780; 683-0828  Jack’s Loft, T: 421-2048 O  Pasto, T: 911-2768  Shanghai Bistro T: 687-1077, 687-7103 F: 687-0614

188 E. Rodriguez Jr. Ave., Q.C.  Agave Mexican Cantina T: 912-6989  Basement, T: 421-2046/49  The Bedroom, T: 421-1763  Blue Onion, T: 421-1862 to 64  Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf T: 687-7288  Café Xocolat, T: 687-3208  Ebisu Grill, T: 687-1071 or 687-7806 Eden Nightclub, M: (0922) 817-4301

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Ian Palabyab (Lava) (0917) 572-6237 Jive Crew (Forbidden Fridays @ Eden Nightclub, Industry Nights at Opus) M: 0905-554-9060, E: thejivecrew@gmail. com, Twitter: @JIVECREW Sha Supangan (Live-Izakaya, Pure, Incognito, Vixen) M: (0917) 880-7827 Stefan Loewenstein (Museum Cafe, Rocket Room) M: (0917) 575-6204 Team EMC (Backbeat, Eden Nightclub) M: (0917) 839-1104 Styles Entertainment Group (Soiree, Hysteria) stylesentertainment@mac.com vip@stylesentertainmentgroup.com Facebook: Styles Entertainment Twitter: stylesent

LEGEND OLive DJ and Dancing E Live Music Cuisine Offered  American  Asian / Oriental  Continental / European  International  Filipino / Local Your free copy of 24/7 is available at the establishments listed above as well as your favorite record bars, salons, fitness gyms, and specialty stores.

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Retro Love (70s, 80s, 90s disco and club hits), DJ Boyet Almazan, Opus Ink Tuesdays, Eden Nightclub Milonga Night (Tango), SocietyLounge Live+Open Mic, Guji Lorenzana and Janjay Coquilla, Izakaya Weekday Warriors, DJ Emil Angeles/ MarsM (Electro/Pop/Top40), Prive Luxury Club

Opulence Model’s Night, DJs Marie Garcia and JC Sandejas, Opus Vixen (Top40/Hiphop), Eden Nightclub Birthday Wednesdays, Distillery Fort Acoustic Nights with Peppermint Jam, Jill’s Fort Bodyrock Nightlife (Hip Hop, Top40), Palladium, New World Hotel The Wild (Hiphop/Electro/Retro/Pop/ Rock) with DJ Funk Avy, Marc Nicosia et al, Republiq Dojo: DJs Jason GoGo and Allan Corpus (House/RnB Mashups), Izakaya Stilletto Ladies Night, Prive

So What? local and international DJs + live musicians (funk/hiphop/Latin), M Cafe Imperial University with DJ Funk Avy, Imperial Ice Bar Fame w/ DJs Toy Armada and Brian Cua, Opus Space Camp (lunar grooves), 10PM-2AM, Rocket Room Funny Like Haha stand-up comedy, Chihuahua Makati Avenue Blue Rats, Martinis Mandarin Oriental Manila Twisted Tuesdays, DJs Antz Santiago/ Marc Naval Backbeat (retro 1980s-2000), Eden Nightclub Billie’s Blues with Zen And Friends, Society Lounge

f Carte Blanche, DJs+live musicians, 10PM-3AM, M Cafe Digital Fridays with DJ Surf, SocietyLounge Uber Disco (mashup), DJs Funk Avy + Nina Saputil w/ GP R + Manolet D, Opus HipHopMashUp with JM Rodriguez, PRIVÉ Luxury Soiree Hip Hop, Dance, Top 40 with DJs Ace/BCal/Mars, Republiq Earcandi with DJ Patch (House), The Balcony In color (Brazilian Drum’n’Bass, German NuJazz, NY funk), 10PM-2AM, Rocket Room Forbidden Fridays (mashup), Eden Nightclub Fusion Fridays, 7th High Filthy Fridays, DJ Rodney Martinez/ Slickjay/Markie Madness, eXcess Superclub

MUSIC

Feb. 7-28: Josephone Turalba’s works with bullet and shotgun casings are on exhibit in Ricochet at the Nova Gallery, 12A La Fuerza Compound, 2241 Don Chino Roces Ave., Makati. Call 392-7797, email gallerynova@ gmail.com, or visit www.novagallerymanila.com.

Feb. 13-Mar. 16: Performance artist Carlos Celdran performs Livin’ La Vida Imelda, 7:30PM at Silverlens Gallery, 2/F YMC Building II, 2320 Don Chino Roces Ext., Makati. Email imelda@silverlensgalleries.com, SMS (0916) 335-8018.

MIXED BAG Ongoing till Mar. 1: Catch Panagbenga, the annual monthlong flower festival in Baguio City. Call (074) 4462009, or visit www.panagbengaflowerfestival.com Feb. 16-Mar. 23: Watch fireworks demonstrations at the 4th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition at the SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City. Visit www.ticketnet. com.ph or www.pyrophilippines.com.

Feb. 21-24: Experience balloon flights and more at the 18th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta at the Omni Aviation Complex, Clark, Pampanga. Tickets at TicketNet Box offices and outlets.

Feb. 23: Manila’s biggest college party gets bigger this semester with the UP Junior Marketing Association ’s UP JMA ADHOC: ASCENDANCY. The freshest hip hop and RnB beats, overflowing drinks, a laser lights show and a midnight reveal, 9PM at the PICC Forum. Tickets are pre-selling at P300, door price at P350, premium tickets at P750. Visit www.facebook.com/upjmaadhoc or www. upjmaadhoc.com.

s Live art, live music and dj beats, M Cafe Legendary (Mash-Up) w/ Karl Ty and Cao Ocampo hosted by Louie Y, Opus Pure (House and Electro), Republiq SoulSexy, DJ Patch, The Balcony Androgynized Saturday, DJs Cal Soesanto, DBT, SocietyLounge Supersonic w/ DJs (deep house to broken beats), Rocket Room Sake To Me Baby Hiphop w/ DJs Steal + Mixtress Nina, Izakaya XSCAPE, DJs Ojie Mamuric, Rodney Martinez, Ron Poe, eXcess Superclub Surrender Saturdays, Eden Nightclub

STAGE

Ongoing till Feb. 20: Unbound showcases works of six Filipino and Australian artists at the Yuchengco Museum, RCBC Plaza, Gil Puyat Ave, Makati. Call (632) 889-1234 or email info@yuchengcomuseum.org.

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Ongoing till Apr. 30: Up Close and Personal: Botong Francisco through Lenses and Letters exhibits original correspondence from the family collection and photographs on this National Artist’s 100th birth anniversary, at the Yuchengco Museum.

http://twitter.com/fiammaffridays  Casa Armas Bar & Restaurant, 573 J. Nakpil St., Malate, Manila, T: 523-0189, 536-1839, 523-5763 Diamond Hotel,  Yurakuen Japanese Restaurant,  Restaurant Le Bellevue,  Sky Lounge,  Palm Court Café, Roxas Blvd. cor. M.H. del Pilar, Manila, T: 528-3000  Don Henricos, 574 Pedro Gil, Malate, Manila T: 524-9141; 524-9134  Harbor View Restaurant, South Gate A Rizal Park (Bet. Manila Hotel & the US Embassy), T: 524-1532; 523-2019  Hobbit House, 1801 Mabini St., Malate, Manila, T: 521-7604 E

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Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) Theater Center No. 5 Eymard Drive, New Manila QC, T: 715-6244, 410-0821/22, (0917) 804-4428, E: petatheater@gmail.com

TicketNet T: 911-5555 www.ticketnet.com.ph

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Music Museum Greenhills Shopping Center T: 721-0635, 721-6726

TicketWorld T: 891-5610, 891-9999 www.ticketworld.com.ph

Sunday Champagne Brunch at Marriott Hotel Manila’s Marriott Café

ONWARDS

Instituto Cervantes de Manila 855 T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila T: 526-1482 to 85, F: 526-1449 http://manila.cervantes.es

Smart Araneta Coliseum Araneta Center, Cubao, QC T: 911-3101 www.aranetacoliseum.com

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European Union 30/F Tower II, RCBC Plaza 6819 Ayala Ave., Makati City T: 859-5100/5120/5124, F: 859 5109

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ortigas/san juan/mandaluyong  Barcino, 2/F, City Golf Plaza, Julia Vargas Ave. Ortigas, Pasig, T: 636-2963  The Borough, GF, The Podium, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 570-8906 O  Cafe Breton G/F The Podium, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 687-5974   Café Juanita, 27 United Street corner West Capitol Drive, Barrio Kapitolyo, Pasig, T: 632-0357 Café Mondial, Silver City, Frontera Verde Drive, Julia Vargas Avenue Pasig, T: (02)706-0870

Alliance Française de Manille 209 Nicanor Garcia St., Bel-Air 2, Makati City; T: 895-7585, 895-7441 www.alliance.ph

SM Tickets T: 470-2222. www.smtickets.com  Marco’s, T: 55MARCO or 556-2726  Murray’s New Orleans B6 Bonifacio High St., T: 856-4326  Pasto, G/F, Fort Pointe Bldg, T: 884-1592 Prive, Unit A, The Fort Entertainment Complex, 26th St. cor. 5th Ave., T: 856-0914 O Rocket Room NEW! LG/F BHS Central, T: 621-3222 O Skarlet, Fort Strip, T: 846-1715 O Skye Lounge, Roof Deck, W Building, 11th St. cor 28th St., T: 565-2009 O  Stella Woodfired Bistro NEW! LG/F BHS Central, M: (0917) 891-7053, T: 621-3111; 621 3222  The Stock Market, G/F, B3, BHS, T: 8566301  Trio 2/F, Forte Pointe Bldg., The Fort, T: 884-1601  Zong G/F, Forte Pointe Bldg., The Fort T: 889-0479, 889-0472

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Feb. 9-Mar. 3: Nikki Gil and Lorenz Martinez star in 9 Works Theatrical’s They’re Playing Our Song, written by Neil Simon (Sweet Charity), with music by Marvin Hamlisch (A Chorus Line) at the RCBC Plaza Auditorium, Makati. Tickets range from P1,854 to P824. Call 891-9999.

Ongoing till Feb. 3: The West End and New York smash hit Potted Potter, at the RCBC Plaza Auditorium, Makati. Call 891-9999.

Feb. 8-9: The Orchestra Nipponica Tokyo performs at the Japan-Philippines Friendship Contemporary Music Festival at the PhilamLife Auditorium on Feb. 8. CCP Main Theater on Feb. 9. Call 891-9999.

Feb. 15: American rock sensation Paramore returns with special guest mewithoutYou at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City. Call 470-222 or visit www.smtickets. com.

Feb. 8: Carnaval Brasilipinas 2013 features a DJ, Latin bands, dancers and performers in a fiesta-like party, 9PM onwards, Rockwell Tent, Makati. Buy tickets at P150 at Switch Nation, 2/F, Powerplant Mall.

Feb. 16: Canadian indie-pop band Stars perform at the Tents, Alphaland Southgate, EDSA cor. Chino Roces Ave., Makati. Tickets at selected branches of Odyssey, O Music & Video, and Gweilo’s. Visit http://kindassault.com.

Feb. 16: World’s sexiest dj DJ Mari Ferrari, 10PM at Feb. 12: Seasons of the Heart features Stephanie Reese and Raymond Lauchengco, 7PM at the Dusit Thani the Palladium, New World Hotel, Ayala Center, Makati.

P500 entrance includes one drink. Call 576-8479 or Hotel Manila. Call 891-9999.

(0917) 581-3572.

Feb. 12: Love Songs from Stage and the Silver Feb. 16: PSY (“Gangnam Style”) performs at the SM Screen features Bo Cerrudo. Call 891-9999.

Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City. Tickets range from Feb. 14: LOVEX3 features Side A band, with former P8,980 to P530. Call 470-222 or visit www.smtickets.

Freestyle members Jinky Vidal and Top Suzara, 8PM at com.

Resorts World Manila. Call 891-9999 or visit www.viva.

Feb. 21 & 22: Jose Feliciano performs at Waterfront com.ph.

Hotel Cebu (Feb. 21) and Smart Araneta Coliseum (Feb. Feb. 14: All For Love features The New Minstrels & 22). Call 911-5555 or visit www.ticketnet.com.ph.

Circus Band including Joey Albert, Jacqui Magno, Pat Castillo, Louie Reyes, Ding Mercado, Eugene Villaluz, Ray Feb. 27: Black Box/A Little Night of Opera, a free An Fuentes & Chad Borja, 8PM at the Music Museum. Call performance, features young artists performing songs from musicals and opera hits, at the Philippine Opera 891-9999 or visit www.viva.com.ph.

Company’s Opera Haus, 3657 Bautista Street, Palanan, Feb. 14: Love Overload features John Ford Coley, 7PM Makati. Inquire at 881-7168. at the Edsa Shangrila Hotel Ballroom. Call 891-9999.

Feb. 27: Gloria Gaynor (“I Will Survive”) performs at Feb. 14: Jessica Sanchez Live in Manila with guest the NBC Tent, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Details to be Colton Dixon, 8PM at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, announced.

Quezon City. Tickets range from P10,560 to P795. Call Feb. 28: Cliff Richard comes to Manila for his Still 911-5555 or visit www.ticketnet.com.ph.

Reelin’ and A-Rockin’ Concert Tour at the Smart Araneta Feb. 14: Martin and Pops, Ogie and Regine, in Coliseum. Tickets range from P7,920 to P1,585. Call FOURSOME at Mall of Asia Arena. Call SM Tickets at 911-5555 or visit www.ticketnet.com.ph.

470-2222 or Star Media at 854-3300 or 901-6542.

LA GIROLLE ANNIVERSARY

Ongoing till Feb. 15: Repertory Philippines 76th theater season takes off with Boeing Boeing at Onstage, Greenbelt 1, Makati. Call 891-9999.

Ongoing till Feb. 17: Ed Gatchalian’s Rivalry, a musical about the Ateneo-La Salle feud set in late 1960’s Manila at the Meralco Theater, Ortigas Center, Pasig. Call 891-9999.

Ongoing till May 13: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I, Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila, Pasay City. Call 891-9999.

DANCE Feb. 2: The best bboys in the country battle it out at R-16 Philippines to see who will represent the Philippines at R-16 South East Asia in Singapore, 6PM at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall. Free entrance.

Feb. 8: Daragang Magayon: An Istorya ni Mayon, directed and choreographed by Gerald Mercado at the CCP Main Theater, CCP Complex, Pasay City. Call 832-1125 or 891-9999.

Feb. 15-17: Ballet Philippines presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream, as staged by Hong Kong-based Filipino choreographer Carlo Pacis.

CCP Main Theater, Pasay City. Tickets range from P1,200 to P400. Call 891-9999 or visit www. ticketworld.com.ph.

Feb. 15-17: Ballet Manila presents Ballet & Ballads featuring the West End Mamas at the Aliw Theater, CCP Complex, Pasay City. Call 891-9999.

KASBAH, FORT GRAND OPENING

Feb. 15-17: Bring the kids to a journey through the deep dark wood in the West End’s musical adaptation of the award-winning book The Gruffalo (described by UK’s The Observer as “a modern classic”) at the Rockwell Tent. Call 891-9999.

Feb. 22, 23, Mar. 1, 2: John Logan’s Red plays with direction by Bart Guingona at the College of St. Benilde School of Design and Arts Theater, 5/F, Pablo Ocampo St., Malate, Manila. Visit www. facebook.com/TheNecessaryTheatre.

Feb. 13-Mar. 2: Watch Leo Rialp, Alya Honasan, Red Concepcion in Dulaang UP’s Collection, Floy Quintos dark comedy at the Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero Theatre, Palma Hall, Univ. of the Phils (U.P.), Diliman, Quezon City. Direction and choreography by Dexter M. Santos. Tickets at 136 Palma Hall, U.P. Visit www.facebook.com/DulaangUnibersidadNgPilipinas.

CINEMA Feb. 6 to 27: One German film screens every Wednesday at 5.30PM namely, “Lila Lila”, “Goethe in Love”, “Emmas Bliss”, “Im Juli” at the GoetheInstitut Philippinen, G/4-5/F Adamson Centre, 121 Leviste St., Salcedo Vill., Makati. Call 8405723/24, email info@manila.goethe.org.

Feb. 9, 16: The film on Inmigrantes (Immigrants) screens a series of Spanish and Filipino films such as “Un franco, 14 pesetas”, “Emir”, “El tren de la memoria”, “Anak”, “14 kilométros”, “La Visa Loca” “Retorno a Hansala” and “Milan” at Instituto Cervantes, 855 T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila.

Call 526-1482 or email cenmni@cervantes.es.

Feb. 1-10: The 7th Spring Festival, which promotes Chinese language and culture, screens six top films at the Shangri-La Plaza mall. For details, call Ateneo at 426-6001 loc. 5208, or call Shang Cineplex at 633-2227.

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Icon O, Gambrinus, Cafe Jeepney, Prince Albert Rotisserie, 1 Ayala Ave., Ayala Center 121 Grille and Restaurant, Adamson T: 793-7000 w: intercontinental.com/manila Center, 121 LP Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Kyss, 5343 Gen Luna St cor. Makati T: 892-8301, Allegro Center, 2284 Pasong Ave, T: 519-6925 to 26 Tamo Extension, T: 856-0529, 386-9224 L’Incontro, 207 Nicanor Garcia St., T: 899-0638 to 39, 899-0635 360 Restaurant and Bar, A. Venue La Regalade French Bistro Mall, Makati Ave., T: 994-9674 820 Arnaiz Avenue, T: 750-2104, 750-2105 Alba Restaurante Espanol F: 750-2106 38-B Polaris St., Bel-Air, T: 896-6950 to 51 Alexa’s Deli Cafe, G/F, Classica 1, 112 La Tienda, 43 Polaris St., Bel Air, T: 890-4123. 895-1651 HV Dela Costa St., Salcedo Village, Lolo Dad’s Brasserie, G/F, 6750, T: 813-7097, 750-0173 Ayala Ave., T: 813-6750 Apartment 1B, G/F One Lafayette Makati Shangri-La, Circles, Square, 132 L.P. Leviste cor. Sedeno St., Conway’s Bar O, Inagiku, Lobby Lounge, Salcedo Vill., T: 843-4075 Red, Shang Palace Ayala Ave. cor. Makati Attica G/F, A. Venue, Makati Ave. T: Ave., T: 840-0884, 813-8888 729-5121 O B-SIDE, The Collective, 7274 Malugay St., Mandarin Oriental Hotel San Antonio Vill., T: (0922) 998-9512 E O The Captain’s Bar , Martinis E O The Balcony Gastrobar, G/F, Doña Clipper Lounge, Kipling’s Cigar Bar, Mandarin Deli, Paseo Uno, Tin Hau, Angela Gardens, 110 C. Palanca Jr. St. Tivoli, Makati Avenue corner Legaspi Vill., T: 810-7832 Paseo de Roxas, T: 750-8888 Bianca’s Cafe & Vinotek Mangetsu, 38 Jupiter St., Bel Air 3, 7431 Yakal St San Antonio Vill.

Makati, T: 478 3292 T: 815-1359, www.bianca.com.ph New World Renaissance Hotel Cafe Caruso, 210 Nicanor Garcia St. Bocarino’s, Cinnabar, M2M, Jasmine, Makati Bel Air Vill., T: 895-2451, F: 895-8790 Cantina Gianni, Karrivin Plaza A, 236 Ave. cor. Pasay Road, T: 811-6888 Old Swiss Inn Pasong Tamo Ext., T:892-9873, UG/F Somerset Olympia Bldg., F: 884-2212, cantinetta2003@yahoo.com Makati Ave. cor Sto. Tomas St. Carpaccio Ristorante Italiano T: 818-8251, 812-1010 loc. 511-512 7431 Yakal St., San Antonio Vill. O’Sonho, 20 Jupiter St., T: 867-3164, F: 817-1217 Bel Air 3, T/F: 896-3289 Casa Armas Bar & Restaurant Palladium.Vogue at New World Hotel, 132 Jupiter St., Bel-Air Village Esperanza St., Makati. T: 576-8479, M: T: 897-3605, 897-3542 (0917) 581-3572 Chihuahua Mexican Grill & The Peninsula Manila Margarita Bar, Makati Ave, (across The Bar, The Conservatory, The Lobby, A-Venue), M: 0916-3737-308, T: 890-3192, Salon de Ning E O, Escolta, Old Manila, chihuahuamexgrill.com Spices, Ayala Ave. cor. Makati Ave. Cirkulo Restaurant T: 810-3456, 812-3456 Milky Way Bldg., 900 Pasay Rd. Phat Wong, G/F LRI Plaza, 210 N. T: 810-8735, 810-2763, 817-4042 Garcia St., T: 555-1346 Club Bureau O Purple Feet, Wine Depot, 217 N. A. Venue, Antel Lifestyle City, M: 0926-613Garcia, Bel Air 2, T: 817-7523 7777, T: 383-6660 Commons 162 Valero St., Salcedo Vill. Quantum Cafe, 9590 Kamagong cor. Bagtikan Sts., T: 519 0757, M: (0917) T: 844-8939 817-2206, E: quantastic9590@gmail.com, Corner Tree Cafe (vegetarian), 150 quantumcafephilippines@yahoo.com Jupiter Street Bel-Air Vill, Robot, 7912 Makati Avenue, Makati City, T: 897-0295, (0917) 848-1004 The Distillery Jupiter, 20 Jupiter St., M: T: (0917) 517-6268 O Sala Podium Level, L.V. Locsin Bldg, (0906) 577-9915, T: 403-5293 Ayala Ave., T: 750-1555 Dusit Hotel Nikko Saguijo, 7612 Guijo St., San Antonio Fiesta San Miguel, Benjarong, BASIX, Vill., T: 897-8629 E Lobby Lounge, Tosca, UMU Ayala Center, Shanghai Bistro, 3/F, Paseo Center, T: 867-3333 8757 Paseo de Roxas cor. Sedeno St., Elbert’s Steak Room Salcedo Vill, T: 892-8872/82, F: 892-8870 3/F Sagittarius Building III, 111 H.V. de la Society Lounge Costa St., Salcedo Village, Makati, G/F Atrium Bldg., Makati Ave., Makati, T: 339-3363, 315-1813 T: 408-1852, 505-1724 Fiamma, 32 Jupiter St., Bel-Air Strumm’s E Village, T: 897-1352 O 110 Jupiter St., Bel-Air, T: 895-4636 Grappa’s Restaurant, Superbowl Of China J.P. Rizal, T: 899-5410 28 Jupiter St. cor. Astra Bel-Air,

Makati

T: 890-0006; 895-3409, F: 890-3935 Terry Selection 2316 Pasong Tamo Ext., T: 844-1816 Time, 7840 Makati Avenue, W: www. timeinmanila.com Tsumura Sushi Bar and Restaurant, 2/F, 88 Corporate Plaza, Sedeno cor. Valero Sts., Salcedo Vill., T: 887-4848 Ziggurat, G/F Sunette Tower, Durban Street, T:897-5179

Glorietta

California Pizza Kitchen G/F Glorietta 3, T: 893-9898/9999 Hard Rock Café 3/F Glorietta 3, T: 894-3611, 893-4662 to 65 TGIFriday’s 3/F Glorietta 3, T: 752-7685, F: 892-8910

Greenbelt 2

Barcino, T: 501-3250 Bizu, T: 757-2498 Cafe Mary Grace, T: 501-3089/93 Cyma Greek Taverna Ground Floor, T: 7294837 Italianni’s T: 728-0291/89/83, F: 728-0291 Izakaya E G/F, Greenbelt 2, T: 757-4813 Masas, T: 728-1454, 757-4030 to 31 My Thai, T: 757-5113 Nuvo, T: 757-3698 to 99, F: 757-3698 Sugi Restaurant T: 757-3678 to 79, 757-3985 to 86 Spicy Fingers E T: 489-0085, 817-4729

Greenbelt 3

Queens at Bollywood, 3/F T: 757-3536 Recipes, 2/F, T: 728-0917 Red Box Karaoke, 3/F, T: 757-6188 Sala Bistro G/F,T: 729-4888; 729-7500 Seafood Club by Red Crab, 2/F, T: 757-4129, 757-4716 Via Mare Oyster Bar, G/F, T: 7574020, 757-4022/23  YakiMIX, T: 998-8039, 475-5153

Greenbelt 4 & 5

Chateau 1771 G/F, T: 729-9760 to 61 or (0917) 862-6467 Chili’s 2/F, T: 729-2862, 729-3022, Felix G/F, T: 729-9062; 496-0725 Fely J’s Kitchen, 2/F, T: 728-8878/58 Kai, G/F, T: 757-5209 to 10 Krazy Garlik, 2/F Gb5 Phase 2, T: 501-3752 and 53 Lorenzo’s Way, G/F, T: 729-0047; 729-0013, Lusso , G/F, T: 756-5893, 756-2329 M Museum Cafe T: 757-3000, F: 757-6000 Mesa Filipino Moderne, G/F, T: 728-0886 Mr. Jones, Phase 2 T: 501-3111 Myron’s Place G/F, T: 757-9898, 757-8898 Restaurante Pia y Damaso 2/F, T: 729-5511 Tapella, G/F, T: 757-2710, 757-2711, www.tapella-restaurant.com Zuni (Restaurant and Wine Bar) G/F, T: 757-0362, W: www.zuni.com.ph

Rockwell Center

Achoite Taqueria, GF, Powerplant Big Buddha, 2/F, T: 757-4480, F: Mall, T: 822-1242 757-4820 Apartment 1B, GF, One Rockwell, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., 2/F, Rockwell Drive, T: 869-3530 L2, T: 757-5154, F: 757-5104 Cantinetta, Retail 1, Block 9, E: customer@bubbagump.com.ph Hidalgo St., T: 403-0145, F: 403-0146 Cafe Breton, G/F, T: 809-6805 California Pizza Kitchen, 2/F Café Havana, G/F, T: 757-4370, Power Plant Mall, T: 895-4404/3447/5250 757-4371 E Chef Jessie Casa Armas Bar & Restaurant G/F, The Rockwell Club, T: 890-6543 3/F, T: 757-4961, 757-4996 Crustasia, G/F, Power Plant Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf Mall, T: 728-5463 G/F, T: 757-6002 Cucina Victoria, T: 898-1098 Dillingers, 1903, 3/F, T: 391-7978, M: Grams Diner, Block 9, T: 883-3966 (0917) 806-4539, www.dillingers1903.com.ph Kabisera, 2/F, Power Plant Mall, T: Good Earth, 2/F, T: 757-4562 898-0601, 896-0660 Grappa’s Ristorante Mamou too!, L R1 148A, Rockwell 2/F, T: 757-4908, F: 757-4897 Power Plant Mall, Makati, T: 822-6218, Haiku, T: 757-4597, 757-4598 M: (0917) 806-2668 Gilak by Hossein’s, 2/F, T: 729-0267, Lu, Joya South Tower, T: 403-3991 E: hossein@mail.com, W: www.hosseins.com Myron’s Steaks Ribs & Kitchen, T: 757-4565 Seafood, G/F, Power Plant Mall, Marciano’s, 2/F, T: 729-0467 T: 728-9898/728-5555 Mr. Rockefeller, T: 757-4802 Press Cafe, 3/F, Power Plant Mall, Oody’s Bar and Restaurant T: 756-5001 to 04 loc. 107 T: 757-4258, 757-4259 Via Mare Oyster Bar, G/F, Power People’s Palace Plant Mall, Lopez Drive, T: 890-5772 G/F, T: 729-2888, 729-4375

bonifacio global city  7th High, B3 Quadrant 4, BHS, T: 856-1785/86/88, www.7thhigh.com  Aria Cucina Italiana NEW! Unit NE, UG/F, BHS Central T: 621-4111, 623-0119  Aubergine 32nd and 5th Bldg., 5th Ave., cor. 32nd St., T: 856-9888  Barcino, Unit 101 Forbeswood Heights, Rizal Drive, T: 900-0726  Basilio’s Restaurant Forbeswood Heights, Rizal Drive cor.

Burgos Circle, Fort Bonifacio, T: 856-1742 to 43; M: (0929) 420-8842  Bellisima Bar & Restaurant 3/F The Fort Strip T: 815-8689   Caffe Puccini Unit 12 The Fort T: 816-3055, F: 816-3055 caffe_puccini@yahoo.com  The Cake Club NEW! UG/F, BHS Central, T: 621-3176  Cav G/F, The Spa Bldg, Quadrant 8, Bonifacio High Street, T: 856-1798  Champetre NEW! G/F, Net 1, 26th & 3rd, T: 815-8801/02

manila/pasay  The Barcelo Café, 8 Mendiola St., Malacañang Complex, Manila, T/F: 7360235 loc. 140; 735-7093, www.lccm.edu.ph Bed, Maria Orosa St. cor. J. Nakpil, Malate, Manila, T: 404-3662, T/F 536-3045, w: www.bed.com.ph O  Bistro Remedios 1911 M. Adriatico St., Remedios Circle, Malate, Manila T: 523-9153  Café Havana, 1903 M. Adriatico St., Malate, Manila, T: 521-8097 E Café Republiq, 2/F, Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila, Pasay, T: 659 7702

 Chef Laudico Bistro Filipino, G/F Net2 Bldg., 3rd Ave., T: 856-0634  ‘Cue Modern Barbecue NEW! LG/F, BHS Central, T: 621-4052 Craft, Fort Strip, T: 846-1715 E  Dinelli G/F One McKinley Place, 5th Ave., T: 856-0498  Draft Gastropub, Fort Strip, T: 8469725, (0906) 248-1214 Eat Well! Delicious Kitchen, Unit C, G/F, Net Quad Bldg., 30th-31st Sts., T: 856-9408 Encore, T: 816-4195, F: 816-4199 The Goose Station, G/F West Tower, 32nd St., T: 556-9068  Henry’s Place by Good Earth, Unit ES-3, Burgos Circle, T: 393-5915, 359-8277  Jill’s The Fort Strip, T: 818-4557 E O  Kaiseki, G/F Forte Pointe Bldg., The Fort, T: 889-1005, 889-0520  Kasbah Restaurant and Bar, NEW! G/F The Fort Strip, T: 218-4021  L’ Opera, Unit F, The Fort, T: 889-3963

Serendra

 Abé, T: 856-0526  ArAma Cafe, T: 901-3836  Balducci, T: 856-0676  Café Mary Grace, T: 856-0858  Chelsea Market and Café, T: 909-7011  Conti’s, T: 856-2352 to 53 Cupcakes by Sonja, T: 856-0308  Cuillere T: 916-7394; 856-3325  Duo (Steakhouse & Wine Bar) T/F: 909-5210 W: www.duo.com.ph  Fez, T: 901-1840  Gaudi, T: 856-0473 to 74  Hossein, T: 856-0632; 856-1278  Larry’s Café and Bar T: 856-0576  Mamou, A Home Kitchen T: 856-3569  Mogu, T: 856-0718 Miss Desserts, T: 8561429  Sentro 1771, T: 856-0581  Silk Thai Restaurant, T: 856-0386

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 70’s Bistro, 46 Anonas St., Project 2, T: 434-3597 E  Bagoong Club, 122 Scout Dr. Lazcano, Sacred Heart, T: 929-5450, 929-0544  Bellini’s, Marikina Shoe Expo 68-69, Gen. Romulo St., Araneta Center, Cubao, T: 913-2550 Cafe Xocolat, 172 B. Gonzales St., Loyola Heights, T: 929-4186  Chili’s 199 Tomas Morato Ave. T: 372-5007  Conspiracy E 59 Visayas Ave., T: 453-2170

Ayala Museum Greenbelt 4, Ayala Center, Makati T: 757-7117 to 31 inquiry@ayalamuseum.org The British Council 10/F Taipan Place, Emerald Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City Tel 914-1011 to 14 http://www.britishcouncil.org.ph/ britishcouncil@britishcouncil.org.ph

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Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) CCP Complex, Roxas Blvd., Pasay City T: 832-1125 to 39 http://www.culturalcenter.gov.ph/ccp@ culturalcenter.gov.ph Department of Tourism T.M. Kalaw, Malate, Manila T: 525-1805, 525-6538 www.tourism.gov.ph

Koiné Theater Foundation 2/F FORAB Bldg., 121 Kamuning Rd., QC T: 410-4485

Submit your events every 17th of the month for inclusion in next month’s issue via email at mag247@gmail. com. Please include event title, brief description, exact dates and time, ticket information and contact number.

NBK (Natural Born Klubbers) Club Promoters, Event Managers E: tjdario@gmail.com T: 895-8110; M: (0917) 896-6264 Newport Performing Arts Theatre Resorts World, Newport Boulevard, Newport City, Pasay

Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.

New Voice Company 8020 Tanguile St., San Antonio Village, Makati T: 896-6695, 899-0630, 896-5497 Onstage Greenbelt 2/F Greenbelt 1, Ayala Center T: 729-7777

Repertory Philippines T: 571-6926, E: info@repertory.ph

Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila  Market Café  Li Li  The Fireplace, 1588 Pedro Gil cor. M.H. del Pilar, Malate, Manila, T: 245-1234, F: 247-8688  La Cocina de Tita Moning, 315 San Rafael St., San Miguel, Manila, T: 734-2146 / 734-2141  L’Eau Vive, 1499 Paz Guanzon Ave., Paco, Manila, T: 563-8559  Lolo Dad’s, 899 Pres. Quirino Ave. cor. Leon Guinto St. Malate, Manila T: 522-2941, 524-2295, F: 522-2940  Opus, 2/F, Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila Complex, Pasay, T: 804-0592, 856-0914 E O

Republiq Club, Second Level, Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila Pasay, M: (0917) 550-8888, T: 856-0128, 856-0914 O  Pan Pacific Manila, Pacific Lounge, Lobby Lounge, Poolside Snack Bar, M. Adriatico cor. Gen. Malvar St., Malate, Manila, T: 563-0788 Sofitel Philippine Plaza,  Spiral NEW!  Sunset Bar, 7 Pecados, CCP Complex Roxas Blvd., Pasay, T: 5515555; 551-5610  White Moon Bar, 2/F Sunset Quay, Manila Ocean Park, Manila, M: 09178154181 O

Bodyrock Nightlife (Industry, Wasabi Boom, Bodyrock) Facebook: Bodyrock Nightlife BODYROCKparties@gmail.com www.BODYROCK.com

Feb 7-10: Art Fair Philippines 2013 showcases the best in Philippine modern and contemporary art at The Link, Ayala Center, Makati. Visit www.artfairphilippines. com.

 Casa Armas G/F The Podium, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 687-0177  Club Mwah! 3/F The Venue Tower, 652 Boni Avenue, T: 535-7943  Chelsea, GF, The Podium, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 914-0006/05  Chili’s, 29 Missouri Street, Northeast Greenhills, T: 727-2959 Crowne Plaza Hotel,  Seven Corners Restaurant,  Xin Tian Di Chinese Restaurant, Ortigas Ave. cor. ADB Ave., Q.C., T: 633-7222  Don Henricos, West Ave. cor.

Examiner st., West Triangle T: 371-7171; 372-7272 Excess Superclub, 62 Timog O Ave., T: 352-5201, 929 1306, M: (0920) 926-9160, E: excess.manila@ yahoo.com  Hossein, 3/F Trinoma T:9015613 Gateway Mall, Araneta Center, Quezon City, T: 913-8853  Lemuria, #5 Julieta Circle, Horseshoe Village, T: 722-2185 Metro Bar 47 West Ave., Q.C., T: 374-7505 Romulo Cafe, 32 Sct. Tuason cor. Dr. Lazcano Sts., T: 332-7275

EDSA Shangri-La Manila  Heat,  Summer Palace,  Paparazzi,  Nishiki, Lobby Lounge, E-Bar, 1 Garden Way, T: 633-8888, F: 631-1063, e: esl@shangri-la.com www.shangri-la.com  Florabel Unit 108, G/F, The Podium T: 638-7527, 667-3220  Reserve, City Golf Plaza, D. Julia Vargas Brgy., Ugong Ortgas, Pasig, T: 470 2776 Restaurant CiÇou, 57 Annapolis, San Juan, M: (0917) 885-8841

 Sidebar Cafe El Pueblo Real de Manila, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center T: 631-7339  Terry Selection, Lower Grd., The Podium, 18 ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 638-5725 wfwterryselection@ vasia.com  Tijuana’s Mexican Grill City Golf Plaza, D. Julia Vargas Brgy., Ugong Ortigas, Pasig, T: (02) 470 6179  Yaku, 3/F The Podium, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 687-5368

Eastwood City Walk

 Gweilos / Club Dredd, T: 421-2283 O  Ipanema, T: 421-7764/65  Italianni’s, T: 683-0780; 683-0828  Jack’s Loft, T: 421-2048 O  Pasto, T: 911-2768  Shanghai Bistro T: 687-1077, 687-7103 F: 687-0614

188 E. Rodriguez Jr. Ave., Q.C.  Agave Mexican Cantina T: 912-6989  Basement, T: 421-2046/49  The Bedroom, T: 421-1763  Blue Onion, T: 421-1862 to 64  Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf T: 687-7288  Café Xocolat, T: 687-3208  Ebisu Grill, T: 687-1071 or 687-7806 Eden Nightclub, M: (0922) 817-4301

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Ian Palabyab (Lava) (0917) 572-6237 Jive Crew (Forbidden Fridays @ Eden Nightclub, Industry Nights at Opus) M: 0905-554-9060, E: thejivecrew@gmail. com, Twitter: @JIVECREW Sha Supangan (Live-Izakaya, Pure, Incognito, Vixen) M: (0917) 880-7827 Stefan Loewenstein (Museum Cafe, Rocket Room) M: (0917) 575-6204 Team EMC (Backbeat, Eden Nightclub) M: (0917) 839-1104 Styles Entertainment Group (Soiree, Hysteria) stylesentertainment@mac.com vip@stylesentertainmentgroup.com Facebook: Styles Entertainment Twitter: stylesent

LEGEND OLive DJ and Dancing E Live Music Cuisine Offered  American  Asian / Oriental  Continental / European  International  Filipino / Local Your free copy of 24/7 is available at the establishments listed above as well as your favorite record bars, salons, fitness gyms, and specialty stores.

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Retro Love (70s, 80s, 90s disco and club hits), DJ Boyet Almazan, Opus Ink Tuesdays, Eden Nightclub Milonga Night (Tango), SocietyLounge Live+Open Mic, Guji Lorenzana and Janjay Coquilla, Izakaya Weekday Warriors, DJ Emil Angeles/ MarsM (Electro/Pop/Top40), Prive Luxury Club

Opulence Model’s Night, DJs Marie Garcia and JC Sandejas, Opus Vixen (Top40/Hiphop), Eden Nightclub Birthday Wednesdays, Distillery Fort Acoustic Nights with Peppermint Jam, Jill’s Fort Bodyrock Nightlife (Hip Hop, Top40), Palladium, New World Hotel The Wild (Hiphop/Electro/Retro/Pop/ Rock) with DJ Funk Avy, Marc Nicosia et al, Republiq Dojo: DJs Jason GoGo and Allan Corpus (House/RnB Mashups), Izakaya Stilletto Ladies Night, Prive

So What? local and international DJs + live musicians (funk/hiphop/Latin), M Cafe Imperial University with DJ Funk Avy, Imperial Ice Bar Fame w/ DJs Toy Armada and Brian Cua, Opus Space Camp (lunar grooves), 10PM-2AM, Rocket Room Funny Like Haha stand-up comedy, Chihuahua Makati Avenue Blue Rats, Martinis Mandarin Oriental Manila Twisted Tuesdays, DJs Antz Santiago/ Marc Naval Backbeat (retro 1980s-2000), Eden Nightclub Billie’s Blues with Zen And Friends, Society Lounge

f Carte Blanche, DJs+live musicians, 10PM-3AM, M Cafe Digital Fridays with DJ Surf, SocietyLounge Uber Disco (mashup), DJs Funk Avy + Nina Saputil w/ GP R + Manolet D, Opus HipHopMashUp with JM Rodriguez, PRIVÉ Luxury Soiree Hip Hop, Dance, Top 40 with DJs Ace/BCal/Mars, Republiq Earcandi with DJ Patch (House), The Balcony In color (Brazilian Drum’n’Bass, German NuJazz, NY funk), 10PM-2AM, Rocket Room Forbidden Fridays (mashup), Eden Nightclub Fusion Fridays, 7th High Filthy Fridays, DJ Rodney Martinez/ Slickjay/Markie Madness, eXcess Superclub

MUSIC

Feb. 7-28: Josephone Turalba’s works with bullet and shotgun casings are on exhibit in Ricochet at the Nova Gallery, 12A La Fuerza Compound, 2241 Don Chino Roces Ave., Makati. Call 392-7797, email gallerynova@ gmail.com, or visit www.novagallerymanila.com.

Feb. 13-Mar. 16: Performance artist Carlos Celdran performs Livin’ La Vida Imelda, 7:30PM at Silverlens Gallery, 2/F YMC Building II, 2320 Don Chino Roces Ext., Makati. Email imelda@silverlensgalleries.com, SMS (0916) 335-8018.

MIXED BAG Ongoing till Mar. 1: Catch Panagbenga, the annual monthlong flower festival in Baguio City. Call (074) 4462009, or visit www.panagbengaflowerfestival.com Feb. 16-Mar. 23: Watch fireworks demonstrations at the 4th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition at the SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City. Visit www.ticketnet. com.ph or www.pyrophilippines.com.

Feb. 21-24: Experience balloon flights and more at the 18th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta at the Omni Aviation Complex, Clark, Pampanga. Tickets at TicketNet Box offices and outlets.

Feb. 23: Manila’s biggest college party gets bigger this semester with the UP Junior Marketing Association ’s UP JMA ADHOC: ASCENDANCY. The freshest hip hop and RnB beats, overflowing drinks, a laser lights show and a midnight reveal, 9PM at the PICC Forum. Tickets are pre-selling at P300, door price at P350, premium tickets at P750. Visit www.facebook.com/upjmaadhoc or www. upjmaadhoc.com.

s Live art, live music and dj beats, M Cafe Legendary (Mash-Up) w/ Karl Ty and Cao Ocampo hosted by Louie Y, Opus Pure (House and Electro), Republiq SoulSexy, DJ Patch, The Balcony Androgynized Saturday, DJs Cal Soesanto, DBT, SocietyLounge Supersonic w/ DJs (deep house to broken beats), Rocket Room Sake To Me Baby Hiphop w/ DJs Steal + Mixtress Nina, Izakaya XSCAPE, DJs Ojie Mamuric, Rodney Martinez, Ron Poe, eXcess Superclub Surrender Saturdays, Eden Nightclub

STAGE

Ongoing till Feb. 20: Unbound showcases works of six Filipino and Australian artists at the Yuchengco Museum, RCBC Plaza, Gil Puyat Ave, Makati. Call (632) 889-1234 or email info@yuchengcomuseum.org.

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Ongoing till Apr. 30: Up Close and Personal: Botong Francisco through Lenses and Letters exhibits original correspondence from the family collection and photographs on this National Artist’s 100th birth anniversary, at the Yuchengco Museum.

http://twitter.com/fiammaffridays  Casa Armas Bar & Restaurant, 573 J. Nakpil St., Malate, Manila, T: 523-0189, 536-1839, 523-5763 Diamond Hotel,  Yurakuen Japanese Restaurant,  Restaurant Le Bellevue,  Sky Lounge,  Palm Court Café, Roxas Blvd. cor. M.H. del Pilar, Manila, T: 528-3000  Don Henricos, 574 Pedro Gil, Malate, Manila T: 524-9141; 524-9134  Harbor View Restaurant, South Gate A Rizal Park (Bet. Manila Hotel & the US Embassy), T: 524-1532; 523-2019  Hobbit House, 1801 Mabini St., Malate, Manila, T: 521-7604 E

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Ballroom Dancing, 7PM, SocietyLounge Jumpstart Mondays, Eden Nightclub Industry Night with Djs Ink and Mars Miranda (Rnb/Top40s/Pop), Opus Industry Night, DJ Mars Miranda, Opus

Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) Theater Center No. 5 Eymard Drive, New Manila QC, T: 715-6244, 410-0821/22, (0917) 804-4428, E: petatheater@gmail.com

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Music Museum Greenhills Shopping Center T: 721-0635, 721-6726

TicketWorld T: 891-5610, 891-9999 www.ticketworld.com.ph

Sunday Champagne Brunch at Marriott Hotel Manila’s Marriott Café

ONWARDS

Instituto Cervantes de Manila 855 T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila T: 526-1482 to 85, F: 526-1449 http://manila.cervantes.es

Smart Araneta Coliseum Araneta Center, Cubao, QC T: 911-3101 www.aranetacoliseum.com

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European Union 30/F Tower II, RCBC Plaza 6819 Ayala Ave., Makati City T: 859-5100/5120/5124, F: 859 5109

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ortigas/san juan/mandaluyong  Barcino, 2/F, City Golf Plaza, Julia Vargas Ave. Ortigas, Pasig, T: 636-2963  The Borough, GF, The Podium, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 570-8906 O  Cafe Breton G/F The Podium, ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, T: 687-5974   Café Juanita, 27 United Street corner West Capitol Drive, Barrio Kapitolyo, Pasig, T: 632-0357 Café Mondial, Silver City, Frontera Verde Drive, Julia Vargas Avenue Pasig, T: (02)706-0870

Alliance Française de Manille 209 Nicanor Garcia St., Bel-Air 2, Makati City; T: 895-7585, 895-7441 www.alliance.ph

SM Tickets T: 470-2222. www.smtickets.com  Marco’s, T: 55MARCO or 556-2726  Murray’s New Orleans B6 Bonifacio High St., T: 856-4326  Pasto, G/F, Fort Pointe Bldg, T: 884-1592 Prive, Unit A, The Fort Entertainment Complex, 26th St. cor. 5th Ave., T: 856-0914 O Rocket Room NEW! LG/F BHS Central, T: 621-3222 O Skarlet, Fort Strip, T: 846-1715 O Skye Lounge, Roof Deck, W Building, 11th St. cor 28th St., T: 565-2009 O  Stella Woodfired Bistro NEW! LG/F BHS Central, M: (0917) 891-7053, T: 621-3111; 621 3222  The Stock Market, G/F, B3, BHS, T: 8566301  Trio 2/F, Forte Pointe Bldg., The Fort, T: 884-1601  Zong G/F, Forte Pointe Bldg., The Fort T: 889-0479, 889-0472

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Feb. 9-Mar. 3: Nikki Gil and Lorenz Martinez star in 9 Works Theatrical’s They’re Playing Our Song, written by Neil Simon (Sweet Charity), with music by Marvin Hamlisch (A Chorus Line) at the RCBC Plaza Auditorium, Makati. Tickets range from P1,854 to P824. Call 891-9999.

Ongoing till Feb. 3: The West End and New York smash hit Potted Potter, at the RCBC Plaza Auditorium, Makati. Call 891-9999.

Feb. 8-9: The Orchestra Nipponica Tokyo performs at the Japan-Philippines Friendship Contemporary Music Festival at the PhilamLife Auditorium on Feb. 8. CCP Main Theater on Feb. 9. Call 891-9999.

Feb. 15: American rock sensation Paramore returns with special guest mewithoutYou at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City. Call 470-222 or visit www.smtickets. com.

Feb. 8: Carnaval Brasilipinas 2013 features a DJ, Latin bands, dancers and performers in a fiesta-like party, 9PM onwards, Rockwell Tent, Makati. Buy tickets at P150 at Switch Nation, 2/F, Powerplant Mall.

Feb. 16: Canadian indie-pop band Stars perform at the Tents, Alphaland Southgate, EDSA cor. Chino Roces Ave., Makati. Tickets at selected branches of Odyssey, O Music & Video, and Gweilo’s. Visit http://kindassault.com.

Feb. 16: World’s sexiest dj DJ Mari Ferrari, 10PM at Feb. 12: Seasons of the Heart features Stephanie Reese and Raymond Lauchengco, 7PM at the Dusit Thani the Palladium, New World Hotel, Ayala Center, Makati.

P500 entrance includes one drink. Call 576-8479 or Hotel Manila. Call 891-9999.

(0917) 581-3572.

Feb. 12: Love Songs from Stage and the Silver Feb. 16: PSY (“Gangnam Style”) performs at the SM Screen features Bo Cerrudo. Call 891-9999.

Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City. Tickets range from Feb. 14: LOVEX3 features Side A band, with former P8,980 to P530. Call 470-222 or visit www.smtickets.

Freestyle members Jinky Vidal and Top Suzara, 8PM at com.

Resorts World Manila. Call 891-9999 or visit www.viva.

Feb. 21 & 22: Jose Feliciano performs at Waterfront com.ph.

Hotel Cebu (Feb. 21) and Smart Araneta Coliseum (Feb. Feb. 14: All For Love features The New Minstrels & 22). Call 911-5555 or visit www.ticketnet.com.ph.

Circus Band including Joey Albert, Jacqui Magno, Pat Castillo, Louie Reyes, Ding Mercado, Eugene Villaluz, Ray Feb. 27: Black Box/A Little Night of Opera, a free An Fuentes & Chad Borja, 8PM at the Music Museum. Call performance, features young artists performing songs from musicals and opera hits, at the Philippine Opera 891-9999 or visit www.viva.com.ph.

Company’s Opera Haus, 3657 Bautista Street, Palanan, Feb. 14: Love Overload features John Ford Coley, 7PM Makati. Inquire at 881-7168. at the Edsa Shangrila Hotel Ballroom. Call 891-9999.

Feb. 27: Gloria Gaynor (“I Will Survive”) performs at Feb. 14: Jessica Sanchez Live in Manila with guest the NBC Tent, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Details to be Colton Dixon, 8PM at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, announced.

Quezon City. Tickets range from P10,560 to P795. Call Feb. 28: Cliff Richard comes to Manila for his Still 911-5555 or visit www.ticketnet.com.ph.

Reelin’ and A-Rockin’ Concert Tour at the Smart Araneta Feb. 14: Martin and Pops, Ogie and Regine, in Coliseum. Tickets range from P7,920 to P1,585. Call FOURSOME at Mall of Asia Arena. Call SM Tickets at 911-5555 or visit www.ticketnet.com.ph.

470-2222 or Star Media at 854-3300 or 901-6542.

LA GIROLLE ANNIVERSARY

Ongoing till Feb. 15: Repertory Philippines 76th theater season takes off with Boeing Boeing at Onstage, Greenbelt 1, Makati. Call 891-9999.

Ongoing till Feb. 17: Ed Gatchalian’s Rivalry, a musical about the Ateneo-La Salle feud set in late 1960’s Manila at the Meralco Theater, Ortigas Center, Pasig. Call 891-9999.

Ongoing till May 13: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I, Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila, Pasay City. Call 891-9999.

DANCE Feb. 2: The best bboys in the country battle it out at R-16 Philippines to see who will represent the Philippines at R-16 South East Asia in Singapore, 6PM at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall. Free entrance.

Feb. 8: Daragang Magayon: An Istorya ni Mayon, directed and choreographed by Gerald Mercado at the CCP Main Theater, CCP Complex, Pasay City. Call 832-1125 or 891-9999.

Feb. 15-17: Ballet Philippines presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream, as staged by Hong Kong-based Filipino choreographer Carlo Pacis.

CCP Main Theater, Pasay City. Tickets range from P1,200 to P400. Call 891-9999 or visit www. ticketworld.com.ph.

Feb. 15-17: Ballet Manila presents Ballet & Ballads featuring the West End Mamas at the Aliw Theater, CCP Complex, Pasay City. Call 891-9999.

KASBAH, FORT GRAND OPENING

Feb. 15-17: Bring the kids to a journey through the deep dark wood in the West End’s musical adaptation of the award-winning book The Gruffalo (described by UK’s The Observer as “a modern classic”) at the Rockwell Tent. Call 891-9999.

Feb. 22, 23, Mar. 1, 2: John Logan’s Red plays with direction by Bart Guingona at the College of St. Benilde School of Design and Arts Theater, 5/F, Pablo Ocampo St., Malate, Manila. Visit www. facebook.com/TheNecessaryTheatre.

Feb. 13-Mar. 2: Watch Leo Rialp, Alya Honasan, Red Concepcion in Dulaang UP’s Collection, Floy Quintos dark comedy at the Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero Theatre, Palma Hall, Univ. of the Phils (U.P.), Diliman, Quezon City. Direction and choreography by Dexter M. Santos. Tickets at 136 Palma Hall, U.P. Visit www.facebook.com/DulaangUnibersidadNgPilipinas.

CINEMA Feb. 6 to 27: One German film screens every Wednesday at 5.30PM namely, “Lila Lila”, “Goethe in Love”, “Emmas Bliss”, “Im Juli” at the GoetheInstitut Philippinen, G/4-5/F Adamson Centre, 121 Leviste St., Salcedo Vill., Makati. Call 8405723/24, email info@manila.goethe.org.

Feb. 9, 16: The film on Inmigrantes (Immigrants) screens a series of Spanish and Filipino films such as “Un franco, 14 pesetas”, “Emir”, “El tren de la memoria”, “Anak”, “14 kilométros”, “La Visa Loca” “Retorno a Hansala” and “Milan” at Instituto Cervantes, 855 T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila.

Call 526-1482 or email cenmni@cervantes.es.

Feb. 1-10: The 7th Spring Festival, which promotes Chinese language and culture, screens six top films at the Shangri-La Plaza mall. For details, call Ateneo at 426-6001 loc. 5208, or call Shang Cineplex at 633-2227.