Romeo and Bernadette by Repertory Philippines

February 08, 2010

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Seems I’ve been making the rounds in cinemas and theatre lately. Chanced upon a slot to watch Romeo and Bernadette when I bumped into a dear friend, Dingdong Rosales (thank you so much and see you again soon!) at the RENT Press Preview and Company Night.

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Superbly directed by Joy Virata/Rem Zamora and features young stage veterans Cris Villonco and PJ Valerio. What really makes me rave about this play aside from the simple yet avant garde set design and authentic 60’s frocks is the Shakespearean era language (which PJ Valerio performed flawlessly) and the Brooklyn accent which the rest of the cast have definitely acquired to perfection. Makes you want to chew gum and talk that way right after haha!

The play is set on the premise that Romeo, didn’t die (acording to this Brooklyn Guy who wants to hit it with a Brooklyn Girl after seeing said Shakespeare’s play). No, he just downed a sleeping potion that konked him out for a few centuries. He then finds himself in 1960 Brooklyn, chasing a girl he believes is his beloved Juliet. It’s not Juliet alright..it’s Bernadette, the daughter of a mafia boss. So, after centuries Romeo again finds himself in a vicious love triangle of sorts.

Need I say that I highly recommend to watch this show? It’s great for a pre/post Valentine date..for a change, have some LOLs!

*Romeo & Bernadette
February 5 to 28, 2010
8:00 PM on Fridays & Saturday
3:30 PM on Saturdays & Sundays

Venue: OnStage
2/F Greenbelt 1, Ayala Center, Makati City

Directors:
Joy Virata
Rem Zamora

Tickets:
Orchestra Center  P 650.00
Orchestra Side  P 450.00
Balcony P 300.00

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3 Responses to “Romeo and Bernadette by Repertory Philippines”

  1. Oliver Oliveros said:

    Feb 08, 10 at 08:57

    Thanks a lot =)

  2. dingdong rosales said:

    Feb 08, 10 at 22:57

    thanks for the review, sire. may correction lang. tickets are 650, 450 and 300.

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