Theatre Group Asia (TGA) is set to open its curtains for the highly-anticipated Into The Woods production which runs from August 7-31, 2025 at the Samsung Performing Arts Theatre in Circuit City, Makati.
"We are brimming with excitement. Everyone has been working so passionately, and we can't wait to welcome the audience into the captivating world of Stephen Sondheim's Into The Woods," said Clint Ramos, Overall Artistic and Creative Director at TGA.
Into The Woods has a total of 24-show and tickets were soldout just after two hours when it was announced, prompting TGA to to lineup additional shows. "We are amazed by the public's reception. This only proves that theatre in the Philippines is so alive! We can't wait to unleash the magic and share with everyone this impeccable theatre work," shared Christopher Mohnani, TGA Executive Director.
Into The Woods is a musical of our beloved childhood fairytale stories where some characters get to interact with each other, morphing into a different narrative.
Director Chari Arespacochaga who oversees the month-long rehearsals notes that- "Working with some of the country's and the world's best performers has been such a joy. My role is to tap into this world-class collection of artists and give them the avenue to reveal their characters in a way that's faithful to the narrative. It's all about celebrating our joint love for the craft and providing the audience with a memorable theatre experience."
Leading the ensemble is Olivier and Tony Award-winning icon Lea Salonga who plays The Witch in her Philippine Musical comeback in six years. Joining her are Broadway star Arielle Jacobs as Cinderella; Philippine comedy legend Eugene Domingo as Jack's mother; international theatre and television actor Josh Dela Cruz as Prince Charming/ The Wolf; seasoned stage performers Nyoy and Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante as The Baker and The Baker's Wife; theatre marvel Nic Chien as Jack, international performer Joreen Bautista as Rapunzel; celebrated singer and actor Mark Bautista as Rapunzel's Prince; breakout star Teetin Villanueva as Little Riding Hood; acclaimed actresses Tex Ordonez-De Leon, Sarah Facuri and Kakki Teodoro as Cinderella's evil step-mother and step-sisters; award-winning Carla Guevara Laforteza as Granny/ The Giant; veteran Philippine thespian Jamie Wilson as Cinderella's Father/ The Steward; and theatre impresario Rody Vera as The Narrator. Covers include Nino Alejandro, Jillian Ita-As and Jep Go.
Creating the magic from behind the scenes are a collection of renowned and multi-awarded creatives, which include the show's Musical Director Gerard Salonga; Set Designer Ohm David; Costume Designer Raven Ong; Lighting Designer Cha See; and Sound Designer Megumi Takayama. They are joined by Associate Musical Director Farley Asuncion; Assistant Costume Designer Hershee Tantiado; Associate Lighting Director Meliton Roxas; Associate Sound Designer Aron Roca; Choreographer Cecile Martinez; Vocal Coach Manman Angsico; Multimedia Designer GA Fallarme; Hair and Makeup Designer Johann dela Fuente; Puppet Designer Aina Bonifacio Ramolete with Puppet Execution National Artist Amelia Bonifacio's Teatrong Mulat ng Pilipinas.
Into The Woods is the first official production of TGA, apart from last year's theatre breakout show Request Sa Radyo, directed by the late theatre maverick and TGA co-founder Bobby Garcia.
"We are committed to exalting Filipino artistry. TGA is a powerhouse collective of globally renowned and locally celebrated Filipino artists intent on cultivating connections and engaging with Filipino audiences. We aim to foster more creative dialogues between global theatre artists of Filipino heritage based abroad and talented local artists in the Philippines. It is about learning from both ends and presenting world-class theatre by Filipinos for Filipinos. This is an earnest goal we shared by Bobby," said Ramos.
"This show- together with our various theatre community learning initiatives such as our mentoring sessions under The Bobby Garcia Initiative- is our way of honoring Bobby's legacy. He was a true lover of the arts and of Philippine talent. We celebrate and honor his contributions through this and our forthcoming production of A Chorus Line (slated March 2026)," added Mohnani.
Into The Woods is made possible by Ayala Land, BPI, Ayala Corporation, Philippine Airlines and Custom Clubmakers. With additional support from Make It Makati, SEDA Residences Makati, Ayala Malls, Circuit Makati. The City Flats Circuit, Panasonic, MQ Lighting, SoundCheck, MAC Cosmetics, SSI and The Specialists, Pitchworks Incorporated and BYD Vehicles.
Some cast members of Into The Woods:
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