MANILA -- OPM artists Jolina Magdangal and Ice Seguerra are joining the cast of award-winning comedy-musical "Walang Aray," which is set to return on stage this October.
Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) brings back Rody Vera’s "Walang Aray," a witty and hilarious reimagining of Severino Reyes’ classic zarzuela "Walang Sugat," from August 29 to October 12, 2025, at the PETA Theater Center in Quezon City.
In the musical, Magdangal will play the quirky and over-the-top Doña Juana, while Seguerra plays the loyal and playful Lucas.
Star Magic artist Lance Reblando also joins the cast in the female lead role of zarzuela star Julia.
The rerun serves as the kick-off for PETA’s 58th theater season with its theme of Love and Power.
Coming back with a sharper text and refreshed staging, director Ian Segarra, now joined by associate director Norbs Portales, breathes new life into the beloved musical without taking away any of its original appeal.
Vera’s script will continue to underscore the play’s messages of resistance and romance while being enhanced with updated contemporary references. Vince Lim, who won the Gawad Buhay for Outstanding Original Score, adds a playful new song to Walang Aray’s infectious pop musical catalog.
The refreshed edition of "Walang Aray" also features an exciting lineup of new cast members among its original award-winning lead cast. Gio Gahol and Jon Abella return as Tenyong, with Shaira Opsimar and Marynor Madamesila reprising their role as Julia.
They are joined by original cast members Bene Manaois (Miguel), Kiki Baento (Monica), Carlon Matobato (Lucas), Neomi Gonzales (Juana), Gie Onida and Csairus Habla (Don Tadeo), Johnnie Moran (Padre Alfaro), and the quick-witted and sharp supporting cast, Jarred Jaicten, Gerard Dy, Yeyin de la Cruz, Ayla Garcia, and Ada Tayao.
"Walang Aray" also welcomes a powerhouse roster of new cast members, which includes theater favorites and triple-threat performers: Rendell Sanchez (Miguel), Divine Aucina (Monica), Gold Villar-Lim (Juana), and Roi Calilong (Padre Alfaro). Also joining the cast as ensemble members are James Lanante, MC Dela Cruz, Bomba Ding, Otep Madriaga, Miah Canton, Matel Patayon, and Zoe Damag.
Tickets for the show will be available starting June 28 via ticket2me.net.
"Walang Aray" is returning after it had two runs in just one year due to insistent public demand. The original run starred Alexa Ilacad and KD Estrada in the lead.
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