One iconic Philippine theatre experience is Kanser, the
stage version of Noli Me Tangere that is written by our National Hero, Dr. Jose
Rizal. There are many versions of this play by different theater groups, from
musical to straight play.
Gantimpala Theater Foundation made it as their own biggest
production for so many years, it keep changing and upgrading in many aspects,
from color feel, to music ambiance and of course the magnificent cast that is
challenge to portray iconic characters onstage.
Kanser 2018 proves to adopt the needful in terms of stage
show, a showcase of photos and some graphics is on the projector during the
performances, some new twist in some remarkable scenes is implemented, like the
slapping scene of Maria Clara and Padre Salvi which the audience find it
humorous. But the kissing scenes of Crisostomo and Maria Clara is always the favorite
mostly by the students, they feel the “kilig” somehow.
Award winning Director, Actor and Model Frannie Zamora is
once again directing this show, according to his statement he incorporate new
arrangement of music by Jed Balsamo, and new dance choreography by Lezlie Dailisan
to make it more effective and jive to the new generation of theater goers.
Kanser as base on Noli Me Tangere tells the story of Crisostomo
Ibarra during his return from Europe to his motherland, he find out his father
is murdered by some prominent people in the society, he rekindle to his old
flame and ignite a call for revolution against the Spanish invaders.
Upcoming TV and movie actor Vance Larena is playing
Crisostomo for the 41
st season of Gantimpala Theater Foundation,
Inc, his good looks and in depth acting gives a fresh style for the portrayal of
Ibarra. Andrea Manuel as Maria Clara is also perfectly casted, her good singing
voice proves to be her asset for the role.
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| The Kanser 2018 cast during the pocket presscon backstage. |
To catch the longest running play in the Philippines, Kanser is going to SM Southmall in Las Pinas City come October 12 and 13, 2018. For more information and booking reservation, you may contact Gantimpala Marketing Office thru Mobile nos. 0921.2513733/ Tel nos. (02)998.5622 / 872.0261.
Special thanks to Erickson Dela Cruz III for the photos.
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