What if the key to your past held the power to change the future? Step into ‘Liwanag sa Dilim,' a new original FIlipino musical featuring the songs of Rico Blanco.
Follow Elesi, an orphan on his quest to uncover the secrets of his past. Together with Cris, his trusted ally, they fight for justice — while an undeniable connection sparks between them and the people who challenge their hearts. This ignites a revolution that redefines their worlds.
With book and direction by Robbie Guevara, the new musical will feature the songs of Rico Blanco and will include a blend of seasoned actors, returnees, and newcomers.
The cast of Liwanag Sa Dilim will be headlined by Khalil Ramos, Anthony Rosaldo, CJ Navato, Vien King, Alexa Ilacad, and Nicole Omillo.
Khalil Ramos made his theater debut in tick, tick…BOOM! which earned him a Gawad Buhay nomination. He has starred in critically acclaimed films like 2 Cool 2 Be Forgotten, Liway, LSS, Dead Kids, Gomburza, and As If Itʼs True. In his other creative ventures, Khalil is a sought-after endorser and content creator, partnering with global brands while sharing his passion as a photographer and aspiring film director.
Anthony Rosaldo, a GMA Sparkle Artist, marked his theater debut with Ang Huling El Bimbo and was last seen on stage in the musical Rent. As a singer, he performed his solo concert, Switch, in January 2024 to a sold-out audience..
CJ Navato, a Star Magic Artist and former Goinʼ Bulilit mainstay, starred in multiple television series and reality TV competitions throughout his career. His TV credits include roles on long-running series like Luv U, Dirty Linen, and Maalaala Mo Kaya. As a theater actor, he was seen on stage in One More Chance The Musical and Charot!.
With a decade-long career in the performing arts, Vien King has earned critical acclaim for his work, being awarded Best Actor in a Musical by the Gawad Buhay and LEAF Awards for his performance as Giorgio in Stephen Sondheimʼs Passion. His recent stage credits include Rama in Rama Hari and Michael in tick, tick… BOOM!. On screen, he starred in Cathy Garcia-Molinaʼs MMFF hits Partners in Crime and Love at First Stream.
Star Magic Artist and former Goinʼ Bulilit star Alexa Ilacad will be sharing a role with Nicole Omillo. A singer, actress, and host Alexa headlined multiple films and TV shows throughout the years. In theater, she made her theater debut in Walang Aray. Ever since she started acting at age two, Alexa has been in the spotlight as an all-around performer. She made waves acting in the iconic Four Sisters Before The Wedding, and in TV series like Init Sa Magdamag, The Killer Bride, and MMK, hosting various shows, and releasing her own original music.
Anthony Rosaldo, a GMA Sparkle Artist, marked his theater debut with Ang Huling El Bimbo and was last seen on stage in the musical Rent. As a singer, he performed his solo concert, Switch, in January 2024 to a sold-out audience..
CJ Navato, a Star Magic Artist and former Goinʼ Bulilit mainstay, starred in multiple television series and reality TV competitions throughout his career. His TV credits include roles on long-running series like Luv U, Dirty Linen, and Maalaala Mo Kaya. As a theater actor, he was seen on stage in One More Chance The Musical and Charot!.
With a decade-long career in the performing arts, Vien King has earned critical acclaim for his work, being awarded Best Actor in a Musical by the Gawad Buhay and LEAF Awards for his performance as Giorgio in Stephen Sondheimʼs Passion. His recent stage credits include Rama in Rama Hari and Michael in tick, tick… BOOM!. On screen, he starred in Cathy Garcia-Molinaʼs MMFF hits Partners in Crime and Love at First Stream.
Star Magic Artist and former Goinʼ Bulilit star Alexa Ilacad will be sharing a role with Nicole Omillo. A singer, actress, and host Alexa headlined multiple films and TV shows throughout the years. In theater, she made her theater debut in Walang Aray. Ever since she started acting at age two, Alexa has been in the spotlight as an all-around performer. She made waves acting in the iconic Four Sisters Before The Wedding, and in TV series like Init Sa Magdamag, The Killer Bride, and MMK, hosting various shows, and releasing her own original music.
VIVA Artist Nicole Omillo appeared onstage in One More Chance The Musical. As a film and TV actress, Nicole has appeared in Chasing in the Wild, Maalaala Mo Kaya, The Killer Bride, and Init Sa Magdamag. She also appeared in movies, Four Sisters Before the Wedding and the Netflix-produced film What If.
Also joining the cast are Rita Daniela, Neomi Gonzales, Arnel Carrion, Boo Gabunada, Jon Abella, Raul Montesa, Rica Laguardia, Lani Ligot, and Jasper John Jimenez.
Known as “The Undeniable Star,ˮ GMA Sparkle Artist Rita Daniela has been in multiple TV shows and films throughout her career, and one of the hosts of the variety show All-Out Sundays. On stage, she appeared in Maynila, Sa Mga Kuko Ng Liwanag and Eto Na! Musikal nAPO!. Rita will be sharing a role with fellow Eto Na! Musikal nAPO! alum Neomi Gonzales. Last seen on stage in One More Chance The Musical, Neomi also played the role of Chayong in Himala Isang Musikal and in
its film adaptation. For her role in Walang Aray, Neomi received a Gawad Buhay Award for Female Featured Performance in a Musical.
Liwanag Sa Dilimʼs story is by Robbie Guevara, Jonjon Martin, and Mio Infante, and the musical arrangements and orchestration are by Daniel Bartolome and Orlando Dela Cruz.
Joining the artistic team are Daniel Bartolome as musical director; Jonjon Martin as dramaturg; Lorenz Martinez, as assistant director; Elize Gabrido as assistant to the director; Mio Infante as scenographer; PJ Rebullida as choreographer; Shakira Villa-Symes as lighting designer; Aji Manalo as sound engineer/designer; GA Fallarme as video designer; Dong Calingacion as technical director; and JV Rabano as photographer.
Heading the production team is managing director and executive producer Santi Santamaria; with Anna Santamaria as operations and finance director; Charyl De Guzman as production manager; Jonjon Martin and Loreta Arroyo as PR managers; GM Hernandez as marketing manager; Reine Paisley as marketing & social media head; and Pachot Festejo as production stage manager.
Liwanag Sa Dilim will be showing on all weekends from March 7, 2025, at 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays, and 8:00 PM on Fridays, at the CPR Auditorium, RCBC Plaza in Makati City.
Tickets are now available on Ticket2Me via https://ticket2me.net/LiwanagSaDilimMusical.
For partnerships & show / block buying inquiries, you may reach info@9workstheatrical.com, 7586 7105 or 0917 554 5560.
Joining the artistic team are Daniel Bartolome as musical director; Jonjon Martin as dramaturg; Lorenz Martinez, as assistant director; Elize Gabrido as assistant to the director; Mio Infante as scenographer; PJ Rebullida as choreographer; Shakira Villa-Symes as lighting designer; Aji Manalo as sound engineer/designer; GA Fallarme as video designer; Dong Calingacion as technical director; and JV Rabano as photographer.
Heading the production team is managing director and executive producer Santi Santamaria; with Anna Santamaria as operations and finance director; Charyl De Guzman as production manager; Jonjon Martin and Loreta Arroyo as PR managers; GM Hernandez as marketing manager; Reine Paisley as marketing & social media head; and Pachot Festejo as production stage manager.
Liwanag Sa Dilim will be showing on all weekends from March 7, 2025, at 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays, and 8:00 PM on Fridays, at the CPR Auditorium, RCBC Plaza in Makati City.
Tickets are now available on Ticket2Me via https://ticket2me.net/LiwanagSaDilimMusical.
For partnerships & show / block buying inquiries, you may reach info@9workstheatrical.com, 7586 7105 or 0917 554 5560.
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