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ON MAY 5, at 7:30 pm, the place to be is the Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City (right next to the Trump Casino) where the unbeatable and very energetic Apo Hiking Society, master of “big” laughs funny woman Nanette Inventor and the very charming MTV vee-jay / singer-actress Heart Evangelista will be performing at the Adrian Philips Ballroom / Theater.
The concert is part of the Kumustahan Worldwide Concert Tour kick-off in the United States. Expect a night to remember as Nanette unfolds her hilarious “Tita Munding” persona for the first time, Heart showcases her singing talent and the Apo Hiking Society ’s all new numbers that combine their singing & comedic prowess.
Be warned: Apo concertgoers should be ready to experience every conceivable emotion: the trio are masters at making an audience laugh, dance, wax sentimental, or rise in patriotic fervor. When it comes to entertainment, the Apo never fails to deliver a class act.
The “Pinoy Musik Festival” will be in Atlantic City, the meeting ground of many Filipinos for world-class entertainment. The show is produced by Special Edition Press Inc.’s, the premier Filipino entertainment management in the east coast.
The event is sponsored by ONE AYALA, The Filipino Channel, Philippine Airlines, Globe, BPI, AyalaLand, Philippines Daily Inquirer, Yehey, Philippine Fiesta in America, Citibank and Mama Sita.
Tickets are available at 212-682-6610, 973-641-5665, 201 993-8815 and 917-443-3634; at Ticketmaster 800-736-1420 and online at www.specialeditionevents.com. Interested sponsors, and souvenir journal advertisers may contact Mila Mendez at 212-682-6610.
The Apo Hiking Society has entertained its way through three decades of Philippine history, indeed, becoming undisputed icons of Philippine entertainment.The astounding trio of Danny Javier, Jim Paredes and Boboy Garovillo never fails to inspire and entertain with their songs, many of which have become the defining anthems of different generations, making them popular with both young and old.
Indeed, the span of their compositions is nothing short of legendary: their repertoire ranges from unforgettable songs about childhood (“Batang Bata Ka Pa” – Still a Child), love (“Show Me a Smile”), enchantment (“Hiwaga” - Mystery), music (“True to My Music”), and friendship (“Awit ng Barkada” – Anthem of Friends) to immortal hits such as the defining tune of the EDSA Revolution: “Handog ng Pilipino Sa Mundo” (English version – “A New and Better Way”).
The Apo’s track record is matchless - having appeared in countless shows, wowing crowds all over the world, always leaving behind them a lingering memory of the superb artistry of the Filipino. Their television shows “Sa Linggo nAPO Sila” and “Sang Linggo nAPO Sila” were staples of 90s viewing, offering a better alternative to noontime variety shows. Their albums are-and always have been-certified hits, paving the way for the advancement of indigenous Filipino hits lovingly termed Original Pilipino Music (OPM). Recently, a group of some of the most popular young Filipino recording artists including Kitchie Nadal, Sponge Cola, Barbie Almalbis, Itchyworms, Parokya ni Edgar, and many others paid tribute to the trio by rendering interpretations of the Apo’s greatest hits in a compilation album. The album was a phenomenal success, proving that The Apo’s magic will continue to live on.
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“POKWANG” means laughter. Her style of humor never fails to captivate audiences of all tastes, ages, and walks of life . Her quick wit and flamboyant delivery reaffirms her stature as one of the most sought after comedians in the Philippines. Pokwang’s side splitting antics on television, in movies, and in comedy bars never fails to chase the blues away.
Realizing her responsibility to her young fans, Pokwang goes to great lengths to ensure family friendliness while keeping the act highly entertaining. She stands apart from other comedians in that she does not rely on “green jokes” to elicit an easy laugh.
Coming from humble beginnings amidst a turbulent life culminating in a career as an entertainer in Japan, Pokwang never failed to hope and dream of better things in spite of the hardships she endured. This unbreakable spirit allowed the endearing funnywoman to earn her comedian’s stripes by winning “Clown in a Million”, a Philippine talent search for aspiring comics.
Her talent of bestowing hilarity has landed her roles on movies and television shows. She has appeared alongside the Philippines’ biggest names, acting alongside comedy king Dolphy in “Quizon Avenue” and young box-office legend Judy Ann Santos in “Kristala”.
Pokwang currently stars in the Situation Comedy “Aalog-alog” where she plays the character of Dońa Etang Sukimura. She has also appeared in several feature films, the latest of which is “Agent X-44”, wherein she plays the boss of fellow comedian Vhong Navarro, who stars in the title role. Armed with a long term vision for her family’s future, On April 13, 8:30 pm, Pokwang joins two certified hunks with golden voices - Piolo Pascual and Sam Milby concert- to regale New York with an evening of song, dance and laughter.
This fun-filled extravaganza blasts off at the Manhattan Center, Hammerstein Ballroom, 311 West 34th Street, (bet. 8th & 9th Ave.) is produced by Special Edition Press, Inc., a Filipino-owned multimedia and special events company.
For tickets or advertising inquiries, contact (212) 682-6610 / Fax: (212) 682-2038 / e-mail: sepmgzn@aol.com or visit website at www.specialeditionevents.com.
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