Internationally acclaimed actress and BAFTA and Golden Globe-nominated Dolly De Leon had a sit-down interview with the members of the media ahead of their play Request sa Radyo.
Dolly revealed that she first became interested in the play last year due to its focus on mental health, a topic she holds dear. She shared that she decided to accept the play immediately, without consulting her team or anyone else. She hopes that the play will raise awareness about mental health and the misconception that people who appear happy are actually not. So, the hope is that it opens people’s eyes and mouths and makes them sensitive.
“I can only hope that people, especially those who have relatives working abroad, will be overly empathetic and more sensitive to what they are going through.” The play aims to promote understanding that people may carry inner struggles despite outward appearances.
Request sa Radyo (Wunschkonzert/Request Program) is Franz Xaver Kroetz’s landmark theatrical piece that captures the poignant solitude of a woman through her meticulous evening routine. This masterpiece transforms the mundane into a powerful exploration of isolation and the human condition. This unique theatrical experience transforms the mundane into the extraordinary through silence and leaves you contemplating the depths of solitude long after the curtain falls. Dolly shared she relates to the character of Miss Reyes, but their lives differ as Miss Reyes doesn’t have children or an immediate family.
As an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW), Dolly expressed her desire for every Filipino residing overseas to have access to a community of mental health experts for collective consultation. Featuring Tony and Olivier winner Lea Salonga and Golden Globe and BAFTA nominee Dolly De Leon, two of the most internationally celebrated actors of their generation, ‘Request Sa Radyo’ is the can’t-miss event in international theater in 2024.
Request sa Radyo will have a limited engagement with 20 performances that will begin on October 10, 2024, until October 20, 2024, at the Samsung Performing Arts Theatre. Request Sa Radyo is presented by Ayala Land, John B. Echauz & Joanna Silayan-Echauz, Bobby Garcia, and Clint Ramos, BPI, as the official bank partners. Support provided by Ayala Corporation, AC Health, Ayala Land Premier, Alveo, Philippine Airlines, the official carrier, and Seda, the official residence.
Don’t Miss Theatrical Masterpiece! A wordless play speaks to the silent struggles of isolation and the deep human need for connection. Through its minimalist approach and profound storytelling, grounded in a specific Filipino lived experience, this production invites audiences to find extraordinary meaning in the everyday. Secure your tickets via Request Sa Radyo tickets | Samsung Performing Arts Theater | Ticketworld.
