Shorts & Briefs 9 At Draper Start Up House This August 6-27, 2023

Shorts & Briefs 9 by EKSENA PH, is an independently produced “THEATRE FESTIVAL” of short and brief  Plays (10-12min plays) that features ONLY 1st time theatre makers and performers. It’s been running for 9 years. This year they are back to the LIVE theatre scene celebrating 9 years with 8 live shows on all Sundays of AUGUST. Debuting this season are 8 set of Plays featuring New faces in the theatre Scene. This year SNB 9 will also feature original stories from New and Upcoming Playwrights. 

It will be staged at DRAPER STARTUP HOUSE in Poblacion Makati, All Sundays of August starting August 06-27.  Showtime is at 2pm and 7pm every Sunday. DRAPER is a 80-seater venue, is located at 5048 P. Burgos Street, Poblacion, Makati, Philippines.   

This year SNB 9 will feature original stories from New and Upcoming Playwrights. 

Dominic Fike drops new album, Sunburn

Photo by Bethany Vargas

Dominic Fike has finally released his sophomore album Sunburn via Columbia Records/Sony Music Entertainment. The album finds him returning to his native Florida, examining the culture and environments in which he was raised that are unique to the Sunshine State. Included in the album's release is the standout track, "Mona Lisa," which Dom created with longtime collaborator Kenny Beats and was also featured in the box office-topping film Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

Director Ben Wheatley talks about why he wanted to helm “Meg 2: The Trench”

Ben Wheatley is known for directing horror, but his best-known work include the quiet sort of horror from psychological thrillers like "Kill List" and thrilling mysteries like "Rebecca" – as opposed to screamfests such as "Meg 2: The Trench."

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/HwokLHOYd5c

What made Wheatley want to direct the sequel to the surprise 2018 hit "The Meg"? 

"There’s something very blue-collar about all of it, the nuts and bolts, and they’re not superheroes," Wheatley told Total Film magazine in 2021 of the characters of the "Meg" movies. "Even though they do quite outlandish stuff, there’s a vulnerability to them, which is exciting. There’s something about the superhero genre where, much as I enjoy it, as it gets bigger and bigger and bigger, there’s problems with the way they’re just invulnerable. That lessens the tension. I like human risk. That side of it is interesting to me."

foodpanda, NBA team up for electrifying 'Ball Like a Panda' activities

Leading online food and grocery platform foodpanda recently rounded up a series of activities as part of its ongoing partnership with the National Basketball Association (NBA).

As NBA’s first Official Online Food Delivery Platform Partner in the Philippines, foodpanda co-hosted various NBA tentpole events and launched promotions providing foodpanda app users the chance to win bona fide NBA prizes and exclusive perks.

The premier sports league and leading food and grocery platform officially launched their partnership last February of this year, teaming up to bring convenience and sports entertainment in just a few taps. 

Make the switch to a better and healthier living with TCL's AAT+ Inverter Refrigerator

Nowadays, people are becoming more conscious with their food choices.  Some choose to go on a diet and others do rigorous preparation on their food. TCL, the leading consumer electronics brand and the world's top two TV brand, gives you more reasons to make the big switch on having a better and healthier living with their newly launched TCL AAT+ Inverter Refrigerator.

Dubbed as TCL’s flagship smart fridge with health and energy-saving benefits, the TCL AAT Inverter+ Refrigerator is equipped with smart functions to keep your food properly stored before you prep your meal.

Freshness as its finest with Energy Saving Aspect

The TCL AAT Inverter+ Refrigerator has Automatic Anion-releasing Technology (AAT), a special mineral material that is added into the fridge cabinet inner with the following advantages such as bacteriostatic, purification, antioxidation and dustproofing. It only means that your food is 99.99% free from bacteria. 

HONOR to release a Camera Beast on August 15?

Get ready to meet the newest addition to HONOR’s powerful lineup of smartphones on August 15, 2023 – this time boasting an industry-leading 200MP Rear Camera!

After releasing back to back powerful products, it’s not over yet for HONOR Philippines. The leading smart devices provider in the country is set to release its newest iteration to its impressive line of HONOR devices on August 15, 2023!

Take a peek into the wonderful world of “Wonka” with first official trailer

The best things in life begin with a dream. Find out how the world’s greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today. Starring Timothée Chalamet, “Wonka” opens in Philippine cinemas January 8, 2024. Watch the trailer. 

YouTube: https://youtu.be/Wxqgo3RvV9I

About “Wonka”

Based on the extraordinary character at the center of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” Roald Dahl’s most iconic children’s book and one of the best-selling children’s books of all time, “Wonka” tells the wondrous story of how the world’s greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today. “Wonka” is an intoxicating mix of magic and music, mayhem and emotion, all told with fabulous heart and humor. Starring Timothée Chalamet in the title role, this irresistibly vivid and inventive big screen spectacle will introduce audiences to a young Willy Wonka, chock-full of ideas and determined to change the world one delectable bite at a time—proving that the best things in life begin with a dream, and if you’re lucky enough to meet Willy Wonka, anything is possible.

It’s binge time - London's criminal underworld returns with ‘Gangs of London’ Season 1 & 2 to stream exclusively on Lionsgate Play from July 28

Watch the new season of Gangs of London starring Sope Dìrísù and Waleed Zuaiter exclusively on Lionsgate Play for an action-packed thriller that’ll keep you at the edge of your seat

Venture back into the seedy underbelly of London's criminal world when Gangs of London returns to Lionsgate Play for its second season. After the violent events of Season 1, the map and soul of London have been redrawn, with surviving gangs scattered and new brutal leaders in power. The ruthless Koba (Waleed Zuaiter) and his paramilitary enforcers now hold a complete monopoly over London's drug trade, but opposition is brewing as hidden agendas and surprising alliances come to light. As old foes are forced to work together and family members betray each other, new players emerge, leading to a battle for London's soul. Starring Sope Dìrísù, Michelle Fairley, and Brian Vernel, Gangs of London Season 1 and 2 promises to be an unforgettable ride. Stream it exclusively in the Philippines on Lionsgate Play from July 28

Experiencing “Milestone Anxiety”? tick, tick…BOOM! is your safe space

Adulting sucks; thank God for tick, tick…BOOM! 

According to ExploringYourMind.com, milestone anxiety is defined as “the psychological pressure that people experience when they perceive that they haven’t yet met many of their expectations and life goals.” Some life milestones include buying a home, getting married, having kids and more. Just last year, UK-based organization Relate discovered that this milestone anxiety is rising among millennials and Gen Z members. The early 30s seem to be a real “crunch point”—by age 30, young adults are expected to have their lives together.

Anxious about turning 30 (or getting older)? Say less.

There’s a musical that says it all—one that was written decades ago, but is still relevant to our milestone anxiety-ridden generation. 

From Vision to Vows: Bringing Dream Weddings to Life

Wedding planner Hannah Nuque-Carizon shares the beginning of their business, their struggles, inspiration and how they make couple’s dream weddings come true with Canva.

In the bustling world of wedding planning, one entrepreneur stands out for her dedication, creativity, and the exceptional services she provides to couples—Hannah Nuque-Carizon, owner of the events management business Hulyo Trece Management Services.

Organizing events, especially life milestones like weddings, requires meticulous planning and attention to detail. Her previous role as a Business Process Manager prepared her with the critical skills needed to thrive in her business.

“We’ve been operating since 2016 and started with crafting invitations and souvenirs, photography service and later on have invested in equipment and more items in order to provide full event planning services of course with the help of outside suppliers,” Hannah shares.