The stage is set.
Are you ready for the last dance?
JAPS Collectives, World Theater Productions Guam / Manila proudly presents LAST DANCE - HUBO'T HUBAD - THE EXTENDED RUN set on November 8, 12, 21 and 28 - 7:30 pm at Halxyon Club, Makati's premier LGBTQ+ nightclub.
Written and directed by multi-talented theater actor, writer and producer Jojo Urquico, 'Last Dance' is a poignant and intimate queer ensemble play set inside the dressing room of a struggling male revue bar in Manila on what may be its final night.
As a violent storm rages outside and the threat of a police raid looms, five performers prepare for one last show while confronting the dreams they abandoned, the identities they concealed, and the lives they sacrificed to survive.
Behind the glitter, laughter, and seductive performances are men searching for dignity, love, acceptance, and a place to belong. Told through humor, heartbreak, music, and raw confession, their intertwined stories reveal the resilience of a chosen family determined to keep dancing despite an uncertain future.
Now, meet the five men who will bring their stories to life:
GERALD MAGALLANES and LANCE CABRADILLA will alternately play the role as ACE, The Fearless One.
Gerald Magallanes is an accomplished theater actor, dancer, and choreographer with over a decade of stage experience and multiple Aliw Award nominations.
Bold, playful, and unapologetically outspoken, Ace commands attention with confidence and humor. But behind his fearless exterior is someone who has learned to turn pain into strength—and laughter into armor.
Lance Cabradilla is a Filipino theatre actor, singer, dancer, and film actor who has been active in the performing arts since 2018. His musical theatre credits include Emilio Aguinaldo in Bonifacio; The Musical, Juan in Juan Luna, and ensemble roles in Sindak 1941 and San Vicente. He has also performed in various high-end entertainment venues and continues to pursue opportunities in theatre, film, and live performance.
Beyond acting, Lance is a fitness coach, pageant participant, and brand ambassador, having joined various pageants across the country and worked with different brands. His versatility, stage presence, and passion for performance continue to shape his career in the Philippine entertainment industry
PAOLO DOMINGO as JAY, The Dreamer
A versatile film and stage actor, creative professional, and Halxyon Club resident DJ with a magnetic stage presence.
Young, hopeful, and still finding his place in the world. Jay dreams of becoming a professional dancer, while searching for acceptance, belonging, and the courage to live life on his own terms.
JOHN SEGUI as DODONG, The Heart of the group
A model and pageant performer who represented Cainta, Rizal, at King of the World Philippines 2025.
Funny, caring, and protective, Dodong uses humor to hide the weight he carries. Behind his strength is a man longing to be loved, understood, and chosen for who he truly is.
KRISZAN MANIPON as MARK, The Veteran
A theater actor, improviser, and artist who brings intelligence, wit, and theatrical boldness to the ensemble.
Experienced, practical, and resilient, Mark has spent years surviving the realities of the industry. Behind his strength is a man who has sacrificed for the people he loves, while quietly wondering how much longer he can keep dancing.
ROBBIE PADILLA as RAFA, The Quiet Soul
A photographer and visual storyteller stepping from behind the camera and into the spotlight.
Quiet, grounded, and observant, Rafa sees more than he says. Behind his calm presence is a man carrying his own questions about life, purpose, and what remains when the music finally stops.
YSMAEL SUAREZ as Josh
Ysmael Suarez is a Manila-based actor who studied at Star Magic School for the Creative & Performing Arts and Sightlines Actors’ Space. He has mainly worked in student films, plays and short films.
He is also a writer and covers F&B, art, and culture for multiple titles, including Vogue Philippines, Lifestyle Asia, Art +, and The Post.
Lending support are Jem-jem Ria Lopez as Mama Lou, Fewsha Umber and Lexie Eera as the Halcyon Queens.
Five Men. One Stage. Stripped Bare.
Stories Uncovered.
Their bodies may draw you in.
Their stories will stay with you.
Jojo Urquico is a multi-talented German-Filipino actor, singer, director, and artistic leader whose career has taken him across Europe and Asia.
From performing Thuy in MISS SAIGON, Angel in RENT, Tybalt in ROMEO & JULIET, and Tamino in Die Zauberflöte, Jojo has built a diverse career defined by versatility, passion, and a deep commitment to the performing arts.
His journey has brought him to renowned stages and cultural institutions, including the Göteborg Opera and Staatsoper Stuttgart, as well as appearances connected to the Berlin International Film Festival. His work has also earned him the prestigious “Most Outstanding Theater Performing Artist” award.
Since 2017, Jojo has served as Artistic Director of World Theater Productions, bringing together artists and performers from different parts of the world to create theatrical experiences for audiences on Guam.
Today, Jojo takes on a new and deeply personal chapter in his artistic journey. 'LAST DANCE' is the very first play Jojo has ever written, making this production particularly meaningful to him. He will not only bring the story to the stage as its playwright, but will also direct and stage the production, giving audiences the opportunity to experience his own voice and vision as a storyteller.
LAST DANCE marks the beginning of a new creative chapter for Jojo—moving beyond performing the stories of others and stepping forward to tell a story of his own.
The artistic team of LAST DANCE is composed of Jojo Urquico (Director and Playwright); Alex Garcia (Production Manager); Prince Beating (Co-writer and Stage Manager); Christian Magallanes (Asst. Stage Manager); Martin Del Rosario (Sound and Lighting Designer / Graphic Designer).
Buy your tickets at Ticket2Me.com. Prices: Php 700.00; 800.00 and 1,000.
Sponsors:
- iSKin - Aesthetic Lifetyle
- U Hotels
- Studio QZ
- STAG
- Duality
- Manjam
- Halxyon Club
As its advocacy partner, LoveYourself will receive a portion of ticket sales from Last Dance’s November 8 show in support of its LGBTQIA+ advocacy and community initiatives.
Content Advisory:
For adult audiences aged 18 and above.
The production contains mature themes, sensual performances, and partial and full nudity presented within a theatrical context.
Check social media accounts:
IG & Facebook: Japs Collectives
Halxyon Club
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