X (Eks) to be staged at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
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The Magwayen Creative Scholars' Guild is staging it's boldest and most daring play to date, "X" (Eks), on September 20 to 22 at the Tangahalang Manileno of Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila.
This stage production is composed of ten short plays written by Film Academy of the Philippines and Palanca awardee Marlon Miguel.
Here are the titles of the 10 short plays:
TISOY lets us eavesdrop on an exchange of thoughts and opinions between two prisoners, leading to a shocking ending.
Directed by Magwayen's Acting Coach, Michael Louis Flororita
CLEMENCY takes us inside the President's office as he battles domestic predicaments which will usher an untimely death.
Directed by Gawad CCP Awardee, Joan Jelica Lopez-Flores
KAPE tells us the story of two friends who finally admit their true feelings for each other
Directed by Musical Genius, Carlo Angelo Yanesa
SMOLTAYM is a tale of juvenile awakening as two boys turn from carefree students into small time criminals.
Directed by Cinemalaya and Cinemanila Finalist, Real Randolph Joseph Florido
EX introduces us to the other man in the First Lady's life as past sins haunt the present.
Directed by Graphic Artist, Vidal Condicion
BYANING is the borderline of reality and film as the main characters of "X" are portrayed by new players.
Directed by Magwayen's Legendary Actress Vanessa Ann Singh
AMA NAMIN is a dark comedy which proves that some sins are paid for in the most unexpected way.
Directed by Gawad CCP Awardee, John Borgy Danao
KOMPRO weaves the struggles of three women, testing love with scheming and manipulation.
Directed by TV Maverick, Franco Monticod
HULING DALAW is an intimate discourse between a priest and a death-row convict during the eve of execution.
Directed by One of Magwayen's Young Directors, Byron Joseph Barinuevo
ALAS TRES ties all the loose ends during the frantic and desperate rush to save a life.
Directed by Magwayen's Highly Acclaimed Stage Director, Shenka Mangahas
"X" is one of Magwayen's projects for its 10th year countdown program.
For ticket inquiries and reservations, contact Real Florido at 09165234614 or Joan Santos at 09106393970.
