Entablado, the socio-political student theatre organization of the Ateneo de Manila University, opens its 28th season with Christine Bellen's original Filipino musical Si Pilandok at Ang Bayan ng Bulawan at the Meralco Theater, Ortigas Avenue corner Meralco Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City on September 11, 3 and 7 p.m.
Inspired by the historical EDSA 1 People Power Revolution, the play uses a kuwentong bayan framework to inspire unity geared towards nation-building. Pilandok, the trickster of Bayan ng Bulawan, tries to retrieve the bright star Bulawan from the clutches of the corrupt Datu Usman, and evil henchman Orochimaru. Pilandok seeks help from other villages; however, the individual efforts of conflicting heroes Pantas (Wisdom), Banal (Faith), Yumi (Beauty), Gara (Wealth) and Lakas (Strength) are in vain. When Pilandok finally confronts Datu Usman alone, the other villages join in to reclaim the bright star Bulawan.
Proceeds from the musical will be for the Youth Leadership and Formation Program of the Ninoy and Cory Aquino Foundation (NCAF), and Tulong Dunong. For inquiries, contact Mika Millar at (0917) 553-6261 and 892-5360. Ticket Prices: P300 and P250.
