Tag: Bongga Ka

  • Sam Concepcion, KD Estrada, Jeff Moses, and Anthony Rosaldojoin Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical!

    Sam Concepcion, KD Estrada, Jeff Moses, and Anthony Rosaldojoin Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical!


    The cast of Bongga Ka, ‘Day! The Annie Batungbakal Musical is shaping up to be truly ‘bongga’, kicking with an all-star lineup of today’s most sought-after theater heartthrobs.

    Newport World Resorts, in association with VIVA Communications and The Philippine STAR, unveiled Sam Concepcion, KD Estrada, Jeff Moses, and Anthony Rosaldo as the musical’s leading men.

    Concepcion takes on the role of Romer, a 27 year-old cosmopolitan, flirty, and self-assured man who knows he’s handsome and worldly. He is a flight attendant who dabbles in photography. Coming from a well-off family, he is the only son of the owner of House of Pasion.

    Estrada steps into the character of Burn, a down-to-earth folk-rock singer in his mid 20s. Burn is known for performing cover songs but dreams of making a name for himself through his own original music. Determined to get his big break, he sets out on a journey to achieve his dreams while balancing stability and his passion.

    Sam Concepcion as Romer

    Sam Concepcion is one of Philippine entertainment’s most accomplished triple threats. Equally at home on the concert stage, television screen, and theater stage, Concepcion has built a remarkable career spanning over two decades. Theater audiences most recently saw him as the wealthy aristocrat Daniel Beauxhomme in 9 Works Theatrical’s staging of Once on This Island, following his widely praised performance as Popoy in PETA’s blockbuster hit One More Chance The Musical.

    KD Estrada as Burn

    KD Estrada, whose growing theater career continues to excite audiences. Estrada comes fresh off a highly celebrated run of Bagets The Musical, where he starred as the well-off, conyo high schooler Arnel. He made his musical theater debut in 2023 in PETA’s award-winning zarzuela-comedy Walang Aray.

    Jeff Moses as Romer

    Jeff Moses continues to build momentum as one of the most promising young performers transitioning from television to theater. Best known to many viewers through his appearances in hit television dramas, Moses successfully made his stage debut in Bagets The Musical, where he portrayed the martial arts-loving Topee. His natural charm and strong vocals quickly endeared him to audiences, making him a welcome addition to the world of Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical.

    Anthony Rosaldo as Romer

    Anthony Rosaldo, a powerhouse vocalist and former The Clash finalist, has become a familiar face in musical theater through a string of standout performances. In 2024, he starred as Roger Davis in the Manila revival of Jonathan Larson’s Rent. Before that, he made his theatrical debut as Young Hector in the long-running hit musical Ang Huling El Bimbo in 2023.

    Together, these four performers bring a wealth of experience, charisma, and musicality to the production. With its leading men now unveiled, anticipation continues to build for what promises to be a bongga theatrical experience. More cast members will be revealed soon.

    Newport World Resorts, in association with VIVA Communications and The Philippine STAR, reunites for Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical featuring Hotdog’s timeless hits. The show, staged with PETA Plus, is slated to open in September 2026 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater.

    Get first dibs on tickets by signing up for the waitlist now via https://newportworldresorts.com/bkd-waitlist. Ticket selling for Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical begins in July.

    Learn more about the artists and the production through Newport World Resorts (@newportworldresorts), VIVA Communications Inc. (@vivaartistsagency), and The Philippine STAR (@philippinestar) on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Sign up for the waitlist now via https://newportworldresorts.com/bkd-waitlist to be the first in line for tickets.

  • Newport World Resorts, VIVA, and Philstar partnership powersBongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical!

    Newport World Resorts, VIVA, and Philstar partnership powersBongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical!

    Three of the country’s leaders in entertainment, Newport World Resorts, VIVA Communications Inc., and The Philippine STAR, team up anew for Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical. At the forefront of this partnership are Newport World Resorts Executive Chairman Kevin L. Tan (center), VIVA Communications Inc. Founder and Chairman of the Board Vicente “Boss Vic” del Rosario Jr. (left), and The Philippine STAR President and CEO Miguel G. Belmonte (right).

    Original Filipino musicals continue to take center stage as Newport World Resorts, VIVA Communications Inc., and The Philippine STAR reunite to stage Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical. The new musical, set to open in September 2026 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, features the timeless hits of the Hotdog band.

    Leading the collaboration are Newport World Resorts Executive Chairman Kevin L. Tan, VIVA Communications Inc. Founder and Chairman of the Board Vicente “Boss Vic” del Rosario Jr., and The Philippine STAR President and CEO Miguel G. Belmonte. This marks the second major theatrical venture among the three companies following Bagets The Musical, which debuted as a large-scale adaptation of the iconic 1984 Filipino film.

    “At Newport World Resorts, part of our thrust has always been to support world-class productions that champion Filipino artistry and bring our stories to bigger stages. We look forward to bringing this proudly Filipino production to life and creating another meaningful entertainment experience for our audiences,” shared Tan.

    Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical is set to open in September 2026 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater.

    Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical follows the story of an ambitious sales clerk who sneaks into the glamorous disco scene to chase her dream of becoming a fashion designer and risks losing herself in the process. Blending iconic OPM tracks, fashion, and nostalgia, the production reimagines the Manila Sound era for a new generation of theatergoers.

    The continued partnership of Newport World Resorts, VIVA Communications Inc., and The Philippine STAR reflects the growing momentum behind original Filipino theater productions and large-scale collaborations within the local entertainment industry. Learn more about the artists and the production through Newport World Resorts (@newportworldresorts), VIVA Communications Inc. (@vivaartistsagency), and The Philippine STAR (@philippinestar) on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Sign up for the waitlist now via https://newportworldresorts.com/bkd-waitlist to be the first in line for tickets.