TAIWAN EXCELLENCE now in the Philippines

Filipino consumers will soon be able to identify the highest quality products made by Taiwan with the forthcoming introduction of Taiwan Excellence, the symbol of quality that guarantees the superior quality of Taiwanese lifestyle brands across Asia.

Taiwan Excellence campaign is ongoing in emerging markets such as Indonesia, India, Vietnam, and Mainland China. The Bureau of Foreign Trade (BOFT) under The Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), Taiwan and the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) announced the launch of Taiwan Excellence campaign for the first time in the Philippines.

Featuring “Excellent Lifestyles” concept, the campaign offers a variety of fantastic showcase that emphasizes on world-class quality of 54 participating brands, 175 products from information & communications technologies (ICT), home & living, sports & leisure industries. Superstar, Iya Villania has been appointed as celebrity endorser of the campaign for the Philippines.
Taiwan Excellence campaigns aim to raise brand awareness and preference for Taiwanese brands among Filipino consumers.

These brands include the world famous Acer, Asus, BenQ, Transcend, Teco, Tatung, HCG, and SYM. The Taiwan Excellence assures Filipino buyers that they are purchasing world-class, innovative, reliable, and worthy products made to conform to the highest quality standards.
“We plan to introduce Taiwan Excellence to the Philippines so that Filipinos who buy our products may have an assurance that they are getting the best and highest quality products. Taiwan Excellence is an assurance of quality and innovation, and allows Filipino consumers to make educated decisions about their purchases,” said Walter M. S. Yeh, Executive Vice President of TAITRA.

Spreading positive energy to the world, an additional social component was introduced this year that aimed at the highly anticipated 2014 FIFA World Cup. To help capture this spirit, Taiwan Excellence launched a cross-media digital campaign “TAIWAN EXCELLENCE, Close to You” concept to emerging markets such as The Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, India, and Mainland China, for consumers to share their positive energy through playing the game of soccer. While engaging users, consumers can not only understand more about Taiwan brands and products, but also have chances to win a MERIDIA-Ride CF Team racing bike worth US$6,600.

Taiwan Excellence, which was established in 1992  is a symbol of quality for Taiwanese brands across Asia. It gives the local consumer market the power to identify the highest quality products, and raise brand awareness and preference for Taiwanese brands

For more details visit www.taiwanexcellence.ph.

HIRED - the JobsDB Recruitement Party Takes the Recruitement Process to a Whole New Level

Online job portal, jobsDB Philippines, pioneers another innovation in the recruitment industry with HIRED - the jobsDB Recruitment Party! HIRED aims to provide job seekers with job opportunities in the BPO/Call Center industry; one of the country's fastest growing and highest-paying employment sectors.

The BPO (Business Process Outsourcing)industry has provided thousands of jobs to millions of Filipino job seekers since it first came to the Philippines in 1999. The industry to hit revenues of up to $25 billion by 2016, and may soon account for approximately 10 percent of nation's gross domestic product.

The Philippines has long been considered as hte location of choice of international companies looking to establish their offshore call center facilities due to its less expensive operational and labor costs, highly skilled workforce, proficiency in American-style English and idioms, and a constant stream of college-educated graduates entering the workforce.

Oliver C. Ramos, Marketing Manager of jobsDB Philippines, adds that HIRED is hte first of its kind in Philippines.

"Our goal is to take the recruitment process in the country to a whole new level and HIRED is but the first of many other events we have in mind to do just that. In the past, job seekers would have to wait until after they receive their first salary to celebrate being hired, now we want them to celebrate right away!"

Oliver further clarifies that HIRED is not a regular job fair because only those who pass the pre-screening procedure will be invited for an interview with a specific BPO client.

"Unlike regular job fairs, HIRED brings the applicant one-step closer to an actual job offer. The pre-screening process ensures that once they get to the venue, they will be endorsed to a BPO client that matches their skills and job experience. If they do well, they can actually leave with an employment contract in tow."

"There are so many opportunities waiting for job seekers in the BPO industry. It's one of the best industries to work with because of the competitive salary, above-industry perks and benefits, and speedy career promotions. With all the trainings and seminars call center companies provide to their employees, their personal and professional development is already guaranteed."

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Social Media Day at Casa Alegria Hotel Tagaytay - Grace Bondad Nicolas

Casa Alegria Hotel in Tagaytay along Ligaya Drive is an exclusive getaway for its exclusive rooms just for you and your friends. A not so typical accommodation awaits as you will wake up with the view of Taal volcano in front of you. A very romantic place that will pamper you once you arrive in this luxury home away from home in the heart of Tagaytay.

Tagaytay is one of the most popular tourist destination in the Philippines because of the outstanding scenery and cooler climate provided by its high altitude. Tagaytay overlooks Taal Lake in Batangas and provides one of the iconic views of the Philippines, the view of Taal Volcano in the middle of the lake, viewable from several vantage points in the city and if you are at Casa Alegria, you are in the right spot.

Tagaytay is just 1.5 hours away from Manila which is the city capital of the Philippines. If you like to check more some tourist destination once you check in at Casa Alegria, a lot are just few minutes away like; Paradizoo, Residence Inn, People's Park, Puzzle Mansion, Picnic Grove, Sky Ranch, Gratchi's Getaway and Picnic Grove.

Sneak Peak of how Romantic Casa Alegria Hotel can be

For exclusivity where most of us like to have these days especially coming from the busy city because of work, there's no place than to stay at Casa Alegria Hotel. It has the perfect view of the Taal volcano which is one of the World's Wonder plus the bed and breakfast at its best since the owner is also the main honcho of the famous Cafe Lupe restaurant in Antipolo.

For this year, in celebration of the annual Social Media Day, Casa Alegria Hotel supports and in one in this event. Casa Alegria  hosted a sumptuous lunch for bloggers while enjoying a magnificent view of Taal volcano and the cool weather of Tagaytay.

Above are the winners in the raffle which composed of Victoria Court Party Package Stay, Limited Items from Elabram, and a Round Trip Ticket to Malaysia care of Air Asia. Special Thanks to Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas for making the event possible and for the invitation.

You can also check:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CasaAlegriaInn
Twitter: @casaalegriainn

The Voice of Janice Javier - Live in Concert

Janice Javier was known as one of the “divas” from the first season of The Voice of the Philippines with her powerful and soulful voice comparable to Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin. She is one of the Top 4 of the competition placing third behind winner Mitoy Yonting and runner-up Klarisse De Guzman. A four-chair turner during her Blind Auditions, she eventually chose international rapper Apl.de.Ap as her Coach who mentored her all the way to the finals.

Concert Poster and Album of Janice Javier

Alongside with the release of her self-titled debut album, which showcases her power, soul and R&B, range is Janice Javier's upcoming solo concert. On July 4, 2014, experience "The Voice of Janice Javier: Live in Concert", Janice's first concert as a recording artist. With her record and management deal with MCA Music, she's ready to bring all she's got. Janice will astound the concert crowd with songs included in her album, which includes her original song and collaboration with her coach Apl.de.Ap, "Breathe", as well as her covers of "Why Can't It Be", Heaven Knows", “I Believe I Can Fly" and her take on "Starting Over Again", which was used in the promotional trailer of the same top-grossing movie.

Janice will be having a concert entitled "The Voice of Janice Javier, Live in Concert". This will be on the 4th of July 2014, Friday, 8 in the evening at Teatrino, Greenhills. Fellow The Voice of the Philippines finalist Myk Perez will be joining Janice as special guest. Tickets are available at P1,000 via Ticketworld. Call 891-9999 or log on to www.ticketworld.com.ph.

Janice's life has always been musical - never without it. Her dad 2nd generation Hotdog keyboardist Rolando Javier, honed her interest under his watch and tried her to become a better vocalist. It wasn't long enough until she did music professionally during her entire high school year as a multiplex, commercial jingle, and back-up singer for various clients and bands. Despite her initial fears and insecurities, the support from the fans keeps her going and pushes her to improve more. "Never stop learning, never stop practicing."“Heaven Knows”, “Dust In The Wind”, Janice Javier’s self-titled album is now out as digital downloads via spinnr.ph and iTunes and streaming via Deezer and Spotify. Here are the links:

Spinnr- http://www.spinnr.ph/desktop/#albumdetail?albumCode=0006001009577

iTunes- https://itunes.apple.com/ph/album/janice-javier/id858928048

Deezer- http://www.deezer.com/album/7692848 

Spotify- https://play.spotify.com/album/4Gd7oQxwedCf9GkkTM9E4G 

- See more at: http://www.wazzupphilippines.com/2014/06/janice-javier.html#sthash.ftw7koCs.HqrYHvM4.dpuf

For bookings and inquiries, contact Sammy Samaniego of MCA Music Artist Management at +632 9162504 local 107, +639178565174 and +639209682991. For more new updates on Janice Javier, log on to the following sites: www.facebook.com/mcamusic or twitter.com/mca_music. 

Solaire Resort and Casino Unveils its New Plane Livery

Solaire Resort and Casino, the Philippines’ premier integrated resort, in partnership with Air Asia unveils a breakthrough branding project in the Philippines.

Solaire again raises the bar as it wraps its brightly colored livery on Air Asia’s popular Airbus A320, which is scheduled to embark on its maiden flight this July.  Solaire is the first-ever consumer brand in the country to fully wrap and brand a commercial airline, with an underlying thrust of further promoting tourism in the Philippines and in greater Asia.

This dynamic collaboration between Solaire and Air Asia represents another step forward in an on-going journey towards providing modern travel and leisure experiences for its customers, with a fresh new approach to their target market.  This partnership will facilitate more passenger and cargo traffic in both regional and domestic flights, and foster stronger trade, cultural and tourism ties within Asia.

Solaire owner Enrique Razon Jr. and Air Asia Global CEO Tony Fernandes

“This milestone is a key undertaking between two passionate brands with entrepreneurial and dynamic mindsets. This unprecedented branding project in the Philippines may be taken as a "leadership statement," which attests to Solaire's strong growth momentum in the industry. Yes we are again raising the bar; this time we're taking it to the skies.” says Donato Almeda, Board Director of Solaire Resort and Casino.

Currently, Solaire’s brand colors are donned by just one airplane, but nothing is stopping them from further rolling out this innovative wrap on additional aircrafts in the future with broader partnership arrangements.  The campaign will continue until 2016 and it is envisioned that this high-impact ad in the sky will generate more hype and publicity as the partnership progresses.

Jasper Evangelista, Vice President of Brand & Marketing, Solaire Resort and Casino said, “This aircraft-branding campaign is a strategic branding initiative which would allow us to literally take our brand to greater heights. We have created amazing moments for our customers since Solaire launched last year, and now we’re aiming to further connect with our local & foreign guests and travellers by reinforcing our brand presence in the country’s airports. Sky Solaire will enable us to get immediate traction on this effort and even take it to a level all its own.”

In-line with Solaire’s “Create Your Moments" campaign, which highlights Solaire as the perfect place to create unforgettable memories, this fitting partnership with AirAsia, one of Asia’s leading and multi-awarded airlines in their category, harmoniously evokes the key thrusts of customer service, hospitality, and excitement for both their industries.  This marketing initiative is also primed to open up new revenue streams for both the integrated resort and the airline carrier.

AirAsia Philippines Chairman Maan Hontiveros said, “AirAsia Philippines is a sociable and innovative brand. We also take pride on our collaborative nature. This new livery demonstrates our creative approach to partnerships and marketing opportunities especially with companies that support our vision to grow tourism. We are thrilled to carry Solaire’s brand in the sky and on the grounds at the airports here and abroad extending to as far as our destinations in Malaysia, China and Korea.”

The Solaire experience is stamped with an unparalleled brand of service style, world-renowned Philippine hospitality, top-of-class luxurious accommodations, diverse dining options and impressive gaming facilities, which have all contributed to the way people people view resort casinos in Manila. Many have opted to extend their stay at the resort, to have simply grown to embrace the aspirational and stress-free lifestyle offered to them at Solaire. Solaire Resort and Casino clearly offers the utmost experience of comfort, elegance and luxury in the Philippines right now.



About Solaire Resort and Casino:

Solaire Resort & Casino, the primary property of Bloomberry Resorts Corporation, is a USD $1.2 Billion integrated destination resort on an 8.3-hectare site in Manila, Philippines opened March 2013. Solaire, a luxury destination casino resort, is the first property to open in the Entertainment City, a government sponsored (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation) economic development zone.

Solaire’s Phase 1 features 500 luxurious rooms, suites and bayside villas, 18,500 square meters of gaming space, a wide range of award-winning dining experience and signature restaurants, sophisticated bars and lounges, and an ample multi-level car park. The property has additional 258,721 square meter expansion project under development which is expected to open 3rd quarter of 2014. For more information and reservations, please contact a travel professional or access the website at www.solaireresort.com

Ayosdito.ph iBall

It was a fabulous night! All vibes are positive and there were lots of familiar faces I saw in AyosDito.ph, the internationally affiliated internet buy and sell portal with counterpart websites in more than 30 countries, hosted iBALL, an appreciation party for media including online journalists affiliated with news sites and blogsites as well as social media on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at The Alpha Tent, Alphaland Southgate Tower, Makati City.

Pick-up game and gues the Amount of the item

There were fun activities as well that Ayosdito.ph iball prepared for the participants, like Pick-up Line game and Guess the Amount of the item to name a few.

Ramon Bautista with DJ Sam YG, Slick Rick and Tony Toni of Boys Night Out

Rebecca Ricalde, Marketing Manager of AyosDito.ph, said the occasion was an opportunity to share with media friends its various activities reaching out to consumers through various events in recent months.

"iBALL was an initiative of AyosDito.ph to stay in contact with stakeholders, especially media, consistent with its commitment to be a part of the daily lives of its community of consumers who come together to buy and sell on the site," Jon Santico, Director for Strategic Initiatives said.

Beatbox Gor that put up some beats on the floor.

All Went Well Last National Wellness Day

Your health is important wherever you go. And now that many people are spending most of their day sitting at a desk or inside an office,implementing health programs inside the workplace has become a vital piece of the healthy lifestyle puzzle.

As workplace wellness programs are becoming more widespread throughout the country. PMAP holds a nationwide event called National Wellness Day. And Healthway Medical value employees health and well-being. "Over the years, Healthway Medical has been an active partner of PMAP. We are proud that our effort to communicate the message of wellness in the workplace is coming into fruition." says Joven Alcala, Marketing Manager. "We are fortunate that PMAP saw the value of Working with Wellness which was formally introduced two years ago in their annual convention. Now, our partnership with PMAP takes a healthier turn through the National Wellness Day. We strongly support this initiative and expect more companies to join us in this path to wellness as we celebrate this special day," he added.

The welfare of the employee has a direct impact on the success of the company. "Ever since we started our partnership with PMAP. Heathway has constantly worked with them in advocating wellness through various initiatives that includes lectures on executive health posture and ergonomics, stress management, weight management and dental and aesthetic care," adds Carmie De Leon, Chairman for Fellowship and Wellness Committee.

Sneak peak of Zumba Session

After the Zumba is the promise of each participants for Wellness.

Healthway Medical is located in Greenbelt 5, SM North EDSA The Block, Festival Mall, Market! Market!, Ayala Town Center, Robinsons Place in Manila and Shangri-La Plaza Mall. For more information, call thieir customer care hotline at (02) 751-4929 or visit www.healthway.com.ph

Fila Stores in Robinson's Galleria and SM Megamall...Why so Many People?!

You just can't help but wonder why....This is not the Donut Store that has that line but a shoe store Fila! But does Fila have a new product line that is shaped like a donut?!

Stepped in and found out that it was no Donut, but Hot Pandesal!
Why did I say so?! Take a look at those Fit Hunks inside. Members of Philippine Volcanoes where in it.

Fans enjoying the fun time with their Fila Idols. To add up, Ms. Tessa Prieto-Valdez, Fabio Ide, Eric Tai (a.k.a Eruption) and the newest Fila Brand Ambassador Figure Ice Skater Michael Martinez was there as well.

It was a big treat specially for people that just dropped by to buy some shoes and then suddenly got a chance to see the Endorsers inside the store.

You can't miss that from this picture, a pair of shoes price drop

This couple just dropped by to buy shoes that they need and Fila is the Brand that came in their mind. Viola! They found their idol in the process.

Fans day?!, Fan sign day, Fans Sign day..It doesn't really matter..Because at the end of the event everybody is happy for visiting the Fila Store. Great finds on nice shoes in a very reasonable price.

Lucky that we were able to meet Fila's power couple Butch and Cris Albert, Fila Philippines president/CEO and chair. Early this year Mr and Mrs Albert Celebrated there 20th year anniversary and reading about their works, their ministry above everything else and all the achievements that they had as a couple I can say that it is really overwhelming to see Fila Royalties in the Meet and Greet event.

Butch and Cris Albert proudly wearing
Elegant Apparels of Fila

I was able to catch Ms Cris Albert cheerfully talking to a youngster that just bought a jacket and also became more fortunate for having it autographed by Fila Brand Ambassadors

You can also check out Fila in facebook or go to http://fila.com.ph

Metrobank Card Corporation Presents G Töngi in “The Baby Dance” at Century City Mall

Media celebrity G Töngi, newly appointed Artistic Director of Upstart Productions, heads the cast of a dramatic reading of the powerful American play The Baby Dance, brought to you by Metrobank Card Corporation. This one-night-only performance is set for 7:00 pm on Sunday, June 15, 2014 at Century City Mall, and kicks off an entire series of dramatic readings called Upstart Soundstage. No props, no sets, no costumes—just a different play or musical every other Sunday until September 7.

Jane Anderson’s The Baby Dance, the performance of which also doubles as Ms. Töngi’s birthday celebration, is the story of a well-to-do suburban couple and their desire to adopt the unborn child of a poor couple living in a trailer park. Witty and deeply moving, the drama explores the complications and consequences of surrogacy from the first meeting of the contrasting couples to the fateful day of the baby’s birth.

An actress turned playwright, screenwriter, and director, Jane Anderson has won numerous awards, including an Emmy for writing the 1993 TV movie The Positively True Adventures of the Alleged Texas Cheerleader-Murdering Mom. Her recent accolades include an Emmy nomination for writing and directing the movie version of The Baby Dance, the script of which she adapted from her own play; a Writer’s Guild of America nomination for her work as a writer on the enormously successful TV series Mad Men; and the screenplays for the 2005 film The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio (which she also directed) and the 1994 Nicolas Cage romantic comedy It Could Happen To You.

The Baby Dance was originally produced by The Pasadena Playhouse, State Theatre of California, and then subsequently produced at the Williamstown Theatre Festival. The Manila cast features Ms. Töngi and some of her closest friends in theater, including Upstart founder Joel Trinidad, who also directs the dramatic reading.

Metrobank Card Corporation in cooperation with Century City Mall presents Upstart Soundstage: The Dramatic Readings. Starting Sunday, June 15, at 7:00 pm at the Century Plaza Event Center, 5th floor, Century City Mall, Kalayaan Avenue, Makati, and playing continuously every other Sunday from then on. Tickets at P300 for plays, P500 for musicals, available at the door. From Upstart Productions.

SPAmpering Time in Thai Royale Spa

Don't you just love being pampered after a stressful day at work? Well, that is the first question that came in my mind when I first stepped in to Thai Royale Spa. From reception area it clearly lure me start my massage right away. And why you say? To give you a picture, the reception pretty much remind of how my room looks like if I want to sleep with faint light, amplified with soothing and relaxing sound, together with the aroma of the spa that best suite the services that is offered in Thai Royale Spa. But don't stereotype the place too fast, Thai Royale Spa doesn't mean that they only offer Thai massage. They even have Swedish Body Massage, Body and Foot Massage as well. Good Stuff one stop Massage Shop for someone like me. What makes it even better is the price of the services, I'm not into spa most of the time but I'm guessing that the price is competitive or even lower than the competition having the same quality of service.

Let me show you a few pictures of what the Thai Royale Spa looks like.

Awesome venue isn't it?! This is what it looks like in their Boni Avenue Branch. Adding up to my interest was how fast they've grown in just a couple of years. Take a look at how many branches are in the map.

Branches

For me that translates into how popular the Spa Service is, and for me it will be the Value for Money that you can get from the services. It is hard earned and it deserves valuable product or service. Take a look at the prices that I got.

Affiliations & Certifications


My stay there was a couple of services. 1 Hour Swedish and 1 Hour Back Massage. Definitely going back to try the other services.

Thai Royale Spa has Sister Businesses like Suay Skin Facial Spa which focuses on Facial Care

SUAY SKIN is open for franchising.
Please check our website for more details.
Website: http://www.suayskin.com.ph/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/suayskin
Email Address: suay.skin@yahoo.comBoni Avenue, 1550 Mandaluyong, Philippines

Another one is Kai Cha which is an Authentic bubble tea from Taiwan! Guaranteed made from 100% freshly brewed teas of high quality as your heathTEAer alternative.

Its really a good thing that the owner Ms. Kate was able to use Synergy on her Businesses. 

You can also check out the links below for their latest updates and promos:

https://www.facebook.com/thairoyalespa888
https://twitter.com/thairoyalespa/
http://thairoyalespa.com

PS.
I have good news for you. In a few days I'll be giving away a Gift Certificate for the Lucky Winner that will Enjoy the Spa Service That Thai Royale Spa offers.

National Wellness Day on June 20

Did you know that 9 of the 10 leading causes of death in the Philippines are health related? And did you also know that just by eating better, making small lifestyle changes and doing moderate activity on most days of the week, we can reduce the risk of many diseases and increase our quality of life?

The People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) is advocating health and wellness in the workplace as one of the most important issues that companies need to address today. With this, PMAP will hold a nationwide event called National Wellness Day that  is envisioned to be participated by various companies in the country, both PMAP and non-PMAP members, on June 20, 2014.

PMAP Trustee for Fellowship and Wellness Mitch G. Guce said that through the years, the organization have organized employee activities like sports fests, family day events and the likes for its member companies. “This time, we want to come up with an activity that will help promote awareness among employers and employees about the importance of being physically, emotionally and spiritually healthy.“  

PMAP also presented a suggested program format that companies can use as a guide for a half-day event that they can organize in their respective workplaces. It includes company-sponsored healthy lunch and snack; learning sessions on work-life balance, holistic and spirituality; and the 7-Minute PMAP Wellness Moment, a quick wellness activity that involves stretching and meditation to be done simultaneously across the nation by employees at exactly 3:00 pm on June 20.

The wellness moment involves the following activities: (a) 2-minute stretching/ self-massage, (b) 2-minute of silence (to pray or meditate), (c) minute dance/ jog in place/ jump or hop and (d) 1-minute clapping/ laughing or handshakes with colleagues.

Companies who will join in the event are encouraged to document their participation through videos and/ or photos and send a copy to the PMAP Secretariat to be included in the list of companies who will be recognized with a workplace wellness certificate during a PMAP event.

“We encourage all our members to participate in this worthy activity likewise to discuss to your employees our advocacy on how to stay fit and become more productive members of our society,”Guce added.

Aside for this initiative, PMAP is also organizing the National Wellness Summit happening at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City on August 28, 2014 which will showcase the best corporate best practices on wellness in the workplace, health and fitness activities, company booths and others exciting surprises.     

For queries regarding the event, interested parties can contact Ms. Agnes Junio of PMAP through tel. no. 726-1532 loc. 306 or email agnes.junio@pmap.org,ph. Details are also posted on www.pmap.org.ph. 

The People Management Association of the Philippine (PMAP) recently promoted over cable TV channel GNN the nationwide event called National Wellness Day to be participated by various companies in the country happening on June 20, 2014. During the recent episode of The Workplace with Marybeth Nave (3rd from right), the group presented a 7-Minute PMAP Wellness Moment, a quick wellness activity that involves stretching and meditation to be done simultaneously across the nation by employees at exactly 3:00 pm on June 20. In the photo (from left) PMAP Communications Specialist Richard H. Mamuyac; Trustee for PR and Publicity Committee Jesse Francis N. Rebustillo, Trustee for Fellowship and Wellness Michelle G. Guce; Chair for Fellowship and Wellness Committee Carmie De Leon and Healthway Medical Marketing Manager Joven A. Alcala.

'Rabbit Hole' Launches Red Turnip Theater's Second Season

In the Span of a year, Red Turnip Theater has made its mark in the Philippines theater scene. The band of five actors that make up Red Turnip (Ana Abad Santos, Topper Fabregas, Jenny Jamora, cris Villonco and Rem Zamora) wanted to come up with a maiden season that would re-introduce Philippine audiences to the straight play while putting their own stamp on the theatrical experience. Their first production, "Closer", was a bursting and honest take on modern day relationships and their and their follow-up, "Cock", was a biting comedy about sexual identity. Both productions went on to acclaim with critics and audiences alike.

The five are back with their second season and are excited to kick start it with the 2007 Pulitzer Prize winner, "Rabbit Hole". Written by David Lindsay-Abaire, "Rabbit Hole" was a Broadway hit that garnered several Tony nominations and a win for its lead actress, Cynthia Nixon. It was then adapted into a critically acclaimed film with Nicole Kidman in 2010 and earned her an Oscar nomination for Best Actress.

The story revolves around Becca and Howie, a couple who lose their four year old son to a car accident, and the grief that slowly threatens to tear them apart. Shifting between humor and heartbreak "Rabbit Hole" explores the way people deal with loss and how this affects those closest to them; their families. Variety calls it "an intensely emotional examination of grief, laced with wit, insightfulness, compassion, and searing honesty"

The Manila premier has film and television star Agot Isidro in the role of Becca, with theater veteran Michael Williams as her husband Howie. This production marks Agot's return to theater after notable turns in Tanghalang Pilipino's "Zsa Zsa Zaturnnah", Atlantis Productions' "Baby" and Trumpets' "Honk!". Williams' long list of credits include starring roles in "Jekyll and Hyde", "Les Misearbles" and "Man of La Mancha" for Repertory Philippines.

Agot Isidro: I'm a little nervous about going back to theater 'cause it has been seven years since my last production (Zsa Zsa Zaturnnah). But I am excited at the same time, because I know it will be a welcome and enriching break after years of TV work. I am especially on hte ege about 'Rabbit Hole' because this is my first straight play. With musicals, htere's a certain comfort in knowing that, at some parts, I burst into song. So a straight play is all new to me. But I am looking forward to the process.

Michael Williams: I am very much looking forward to working with Red Turnip on their production of 'Rabbit Hole', It's an amazing script and based on their previous productions, no doubt this one will also be handled with a high degree of sensitivity.

Joining Isidro and Wiliams are Che Ramos-Cosio(Tatlong maria, Dogeaters) as Becca's sister Izzy and Sheila Francisco(South Pacific, August Osage County) as thier mother Nat. Dulaang UP's Ross Pesigan (Ang Nawalang Kapatid, Titus Andronicus) rounds off the eclectic cast as Jason, ethe young boy responsible for the tragic loss of their son.

Topper Fabregas makes his directorial debut:

Apart from it being a brilliant script, we Turnips also chose 'Rabbit Hole' as our second season opener because were hungry to show a different side to us. 'Closer' nd 'Cock' defined our first season as these fantastic, in-your-face experiences. 'Rabbit Hole' takes the (deceptively) gentler approach but will knowck you out just hte same. It's also a greaat showcase for its cast, and you don't get any better than these five actors. We are excited to have them on board. We are also very thrilled to be back at Whitespace!

"Rabbit Hole" opens on August 1. 2014 and runs all weekends of August. Log on to Https://www.facebook.com/RedTurnipTheater for complete show schedules.

Tickets are available through TicketWorld (891-9999 or www.ticketworld.com.ph) or Red Turnip Theater (redturniptheater@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/redturniptheater)

Creative Staff
Director: Topper Fabregas
Tecjmoca; Doretopm & Lighting Design: John Batalla
Set Design: Faust Peneyra
Sound Design: Jethro Joaquin

Venue: Whitespace is located at 2314 Chino Roces Ave. Extention(formerly Pasong Tamo Extention), makati.

Ellen's Skin Aesthetic Center Celebrates 35 Years of Skin Care from Generation to Generation

June 14, 2014 marks a three-day early celebration of the 35-year-old brand that started just as a beauty parlor in Avenida back in 1979, and now has turned into Ellen's Skin Aesthetic Center. To best celebrate the 35th year anniversary, loyal clientele, friends and bloggers were invited to a night of celebration at 55 Event's Place, 55 Scout Rallos Street, Quezon City.

Like with its 35 years of existence, its emerald anniversary will highlight how fascinating the company's journey has taken its proprietor Ms. Ellen along with her committed, well-trained staff and team of medical specialists have earned the growing list of diverse clientele. Proof to its success in the industry it belongs to, Ms. Ellen and some of her staff have been invited and have attended various international beauty conventions in Hongkong, Taiwan, the United States among many others.

This year, Ellen's Skin Aesthetic Center will provide the most beautiful, most intense and most radiant kind of products and services that can further make its clientele feel beautiful in an out, permanently. Expected guests to celebrate this momentous event are beauty queens like - Evangeline Pascual, first runner-up at the 1973 Miss World and Mimilanie Laurel Marquez-Lawyer, 1979 Miss International. Other celebrities to grace the affair are Cheska Kramer, Patrick Garcia, Jackie Rice Cindy Miranda, Glaiza de Castro, Mikaella Ramirez, Sugar Mercado, Sheena Halili, Dexter Doria, Jack Roberto, Allen Dizon and Bettina Carlos.

By the turn of the century, Ellen's has grown into twelve branches. The latest being the Ellen's Cebu branches. But there is no stopping Ellen's in its commitment to enhancing beauty, in 20085 the Whitening Center and Day Spa opened in its Timog Branch and offers the latest technology in whitening treatments.

Ellen's Skin Aesthetic Center is a one-stop haven that offers a wide variety of services for your beauty, permanent cosmetics are also available - a signature treatment that has given Ellen's its mark of making people beautiful into an art.

Ellen's Skin Aesthetic Center underscores the importance of performing the safest and most effective clinical procedures to satisfy the beauty needs of its clients.

For further information about Ellen's Skin Aesthetic Center, visit its official website www.ellensskincare.com

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