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  • FILM CONCERTS PH PRESENTS DISNEY’S ANIMATED ADVENTURE FILM “MOANA” IN CONCERT!

    FILM CONCERTS PH PRESENTS DISNEY’S ANIMATED ADVENTURE FILM “MOANA” IN CONCERT!

    Concert Features Score and Music by Composers Mark Mancina, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Polynesian Music Composer and Performer, Opetaia Foa‘i

    Performed Live to Film by the Filharmonika Orchestra Conducted by Gerard Salonga
    October 3–4, 2026, at The Theatre at Solaire

    This October, sail beyond the reef and discover how far you can go, as Film Concerts PH proudly presents Disney’s Moana Live-to-Film Concert, featuring the film’s acclaimed score and Grammy®-winning soundtrack performed live to the film. Disney’s beloved animated adventure is performed by the 78-member Filharmonika Orchestra, conducted by Gerard Salonga, on October 3–4, 2026, at The Theatre at Solaire.

    Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana” features an inspiring score by Grammy®-winning composer Mark Mancina (Tarzan) and a vibrant soundtrack that gives the film its authentic sound, drawing inspiration from the cultures and rhythms of the Pacific Islands. The film’s rousing music is the collaborative work of Mancina, Emmy®, Grammy®, and Tony®-winning superstar Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton), and Opetaia Foa‘i, the composer and founder of Polynesian band Te Vaka. Audiences will hear fan-favorite songs including “You’re Welcome,” “We Know the Way,” and “How Far I’ll Go” (Oscar®-nominated for Best Original Song).

    Disney’s “Moana” is a sweeping adventure tale about a spirited and courageous young navigator who sets sail on a daring quest to save her people and her island. During her journey, Moana (Auli‘i Cravalho) meets the mighty demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson), who guides Moana on her journey to become a master wayfinder – the first in a thousand years from her island. Together they sail the ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering mythic creatures, breathtaking seascapes, and Moana’s own sense of destiny to restore the Heart of Te Fiti, a legendary goddess whose power brings life to the islands of the Pacific.

    Answer the call of the ocean and experience Disney’s Moana Live-to-Film Concert.

    Pre-sale access begins on June 19 at 10:00 AM, exclusively for members of the Film Concerts PH community. Community members can also enjoy exclusive pre-sale discounts, including 10% off Te Fiti and Moana tickets with promo code ABMNA10, and 7% off Maui tickets with promo code ABMNA7. To gain early access to tickets and these exclusive offers, register now at https://www.filmconcerts.ph/community.

    Public ticket sales will start on June 30 at 12:00 PM via Ticketworld.com.ph.

    The presentation is licensed by Disney Concerts.

  • Sailing Forward: Moana’s Epic Sequel Set to Make Waves this Week!

    Sailing Forward: Moana’s Epic Sequel Set to Make Waves this Week!

    Eight years after the first Moana hit theaters during Thanksgiving of 2016, when we first heard Auli’i Cravalho’s voice giving life to a way finder named Moana and Dwayne Johnson’s iconic voice giving life to Maui’s character. As a follow-up to the beloved 2016 animated film Disney’s Moana 2 is set to make waves again in theaters today, November 27, 2024!

    The sequel picks up three years after the original, with Moana (voiced again by Auli’i Cravalho) now a more mature 19-year-old. The story revolves around her leading a new crew on an expansive ocean voyage to explore long-lost waters and face challenges like curses, stormy seas, and the return of the Kakamora. The plot introduces Moana’s younger sister, Simea, adding emotional depth to the stakes of the adventure.

    The South Pacific Island of Motufetu will be appearing in this sequel. The island serves as a link for all the people, but it is also cursed by the storm God Nalo, the main antagonist who places a curse on the island. The curse obstructs the reunification of people from different islands and with the help of Matangi, [Awhimai Fraser voice], the strong and commanding character with the ability to control bats [often called “bat girl” by Maui], Moana will learn about “finding a way” and “there is always a way” that will help Maui and her crew to lift the island of Motufetu.

    The film also marks the return of Maui, voiced by Dwayne Johnson, with a character arc exploring the value of seeking help.

    Other returning elements include fan favorites such as Heihei and Pua, Moana’s loyal pet pig, along with a new team of characters joining Moana’s journey: Loto, a quirky member of the wayfinding crew, has a background in canoeing and will assist Moana in crafting a new canoe, drawing inspiration from Tautai Vasa’s voyage. Moni—another supporting character—he is with Moana’s crew, along with Kele—the grumpy old farmer in Motonui responsible for crops and harvest.

    Musically, the film features compositions by grammy winning composer Mark Mancina, and new songs written by award winning songwriters Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, bringing a contemporary and youthful tone while honoring the original soundtrack’s legacy. Our very own Belle Mariano sang “Anong Daratnan,” which is a special end credit song for the Philippine release of the movie.

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    Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller, Moana 2 will be sailing today, November 27.