Nakakaiyak ang Bar Boys Musical.
Kapag umiyak ka… kitang kita ka ng fellow audience members. Haha. Traverse kasi ang stage. Ibig sabihin, nasa gitna ang stage tapos magkaharap ang magkabilang audience.
May hugot ka man o wala, nakakahawa ang mga pinagdaraanan nila. Nasa loob o labas man sila ng classroom, hindi naging absent ang mga emosyon. Abogado ka man o hindi, makaka-relate ka sa mga karakter.
Too many good things are added to the musical—without compromising the essential elements from the movie. Seeing some iconic scenes turn into musical numbers is satisfying. The upgrades to the story passed with flying colors.
Opening act could have been better since it felt so convoluted. Nonetheless, the choreography and blockings are neater compared to their May 2024 run. Even though there are many actors on stage, you know where to look at. Classroom discussions are entertaining. A few current issues are inserted. Lines are funny and quotable. Musical scoring adds more heart to the play.
The camaraderie and chemistry among the leads are fleeting. The ensemble is more recognizable and entertaining, boosting the scenes whenever necessary. The most emotional prod number goes to Omar Uddin, effectively capturing pivotal moments on a bar exam results day.
Lacking sincerity, Jerom Canlas mostly relies on punchlines for temporary laughs. Alex Diaz plays his character well. Carlon Motabato is funny. Sometimes, these actors are eating their words when they sing. You can’t hear the lyrics clearly.
Benedix Ramos marked his place in the theater world with his well-balanced singing and acting skills. Katrine Sunga’s joyous performance and captivating voice shine through. Juliene Mendoza is so earnest with his portrayal. Whatever Sheila Francisco is doing on stage, she leaves a mark.
Just like their May 2024 run, this rerun successfully shared an inspiring message to both lawyers and nonlawyers.
You’ll leave the courtroom or the theater rather, feeling like you’ve won an important case in favor of yourself. If you can’t find justice elsewhere, then this musical will serve it for you. It’s about time to experience it.
Bar Boys The Musical runs from October 4 - November 3, 2024 at the PMCS Blackbox Theater, Circuit Makati. Buy your tickets at bit.ly/barboystickets.
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