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By Amiel Martin A. Cabanlig
Scintillating, electrifying and
utterly captivating! This is the dynamic spectacle of “Wanders,”
a one-of-a-kind extravaganza that is poised to revolutionize the
local entertainment scene. A key project of Pagcor, “Wanders” is
a visual and aural treat which enchants audiences with gravity
defying aerial acrobatics, stunning displays of skill and physical
prowess, soulful renditions of timeless classics and vibrant dance
numbers.
Invited to the special press
screening at the Pagcor Grand Theater, Airport Casino in Parañaque
City, Popoli was enthralled by classically trained dancers from
Russia and top acrobats from China as well as some of the finest
Filipino performers in a stage production which raises the bar of
family entertainment.
Welcomed by Pagcor’s vivacious
Raul J. Teehankee, the eager crowd was stunned by the diverse mélange
of talents of entertainers from the East and the West. Bringing
together the elements of theater, concert, circus and dance, it was
a multimedia setting that could not let us want for more.
“Wanders was conceptualized and
produced—not by a London—or New York-based theater company, but
by Filipinos with a vision. We no longer relied on foreigners for
their ideas and expertise but collaborate with other creative minds
in the region to develop a show that is truly world-class,” said
Pagcor Chairman and CEO Efraim Genuino, the visionary behind this
mammoth undertaking.
“Likewise, we aim to provide
homegrown talents the opportunity to work in a production at par
with international standards,” he adds.
Trained in ballet and jazz dance,
the Russian dancers in “Wanders” hail from Moscow and Belarus.
Dazzling the audience with their exquisite moves and stunning
costumes, they perform to the beat of a live band and in tandem with
local stage and singing stars Nonie Buencamino, Calvin Milado and
Frenchie Dy. Adding pizzazz to the stage are top Philippine dance
groups Whiplash, Hotleggs and the Manoeuvres.
The Chinese acrobats, on the
other hand, were handpicked from various troupes in the Henan
province of China, considered the breeding ground of the world’s
top gymnastic performers. In addition, the ensemble also boasts
three contortionist girls aged 9 to 13 who are considered the crowd
favorites.
With its vision as provider of
total entertainment, Pagcor is all set to become a global
corporation in touch with global and Filipino values. “Wanders”
is glittering example of this triumph brought to the world stage!
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