It is a spectacle, one of a kind Christmas event that
longs to be a tradition that the Holiday season may offer. This latest offering
of 9 Works Theatrical, along with Globe Live, is an experience of a lifetime
for any theatre goer. This is for those who want to see live Christmas feeling
set in a European ambiance.
A Christmas Carol based on Charles Dickens, music by Alan
Menken and Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, is a story of a man who hates Christmas. His
past, present and future inner weaknesses show up as his ghost, and made him
realize that being alive has many things to offer.
Playing Ebenezer Scrooge is a theatre veteran Miguel
Faustman. He says this version is his most challenging one since it features
the entire story of Scrooge from younger to older days. Yes, he does fit the
role and he did deliver it as expected.
But the one who shines best in this grand production is
Miss Saigon alumna Ariel Reonal. He gave justice with flying colors as Jacob
Marley, who was terrifying as a ghost.
A Christmas Carol is a team effort which will make you
appreciate each cast member with their songs and dance numbers. The music is
complemented with very detailed production design. The costumes are all
beautifully showcased.
One part that left me breathless is the scene where the
dancing Ghost of Future is about to disappear with those red cloth. It was so
magical.
Under the direction of Robbie Guevara, A Christmas Carol
is one of this season’s best that needs to be celebrated. The live orchestra
with featured different Children Choir completes the experience
Catch the remaining show of A Christmas Carol at Globe
Iconic BHS Amphitheater in Bonifacio Global City, it opens last Dec 1 with remaining schedules
of December 18, 21, 22, and 25 all at 8 in the evening. For tickets, call
+63917.554.5560 or 891.9999 or visit TicketWorld!
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