Monumento 1896, A History Theatre Play with a Twist
Never thought that watching a Theatre Play about history can be fun and interesting. I had a chance to watch the play ‘Monumento 1896’ last weekend at the Erehwon Center for the Arts in Quezon City.
‘Monumento 1896’ is an adaptation and directed by Rodel Mercado. The play is tackling about the history that involves Dr. Jose Rizal, Melchora Aquino, Francisco Balagtas, Andres Bonifacio and Lapu-Lapu.
The play is more interesting to watch as they bridge the gap from the past to the present setting. The costumes are very detailed just like the one we are seeing in the books. Gen Z and Millennials can relate watching it since the play has a flavor of the present era and the one we’re enjoying in Social Media.
I think what most audience would enjoy is the character of Ada, the diwata. She’s the bridge between the past and now, and what she does with her character is so interesting.
Other cast members are also good to the eyes which adds to the stage play even better.
See photos below after the play:
“MONUMENTO 1896”
ActorsCharacter
Caleb Alvarez as Dr. Jose Rizal
Rey Correjadoas Andres Bonifacio
Asean Gabatas Lapu-lapu
Rachel Pullon as MelchoraAquino
Mitch Dayupay/Mai Dela Cruzas Gabriela Silang
Charles Dion Partido/ Rico Aguileraas Francisco Balagtas
Zhyra Villanueva/ Rian Aragonas Chenes
Dyn Antiche / Leona Danqueas Ada (Diwata)
ENSEMBLE:
Karina Macaspac, Edmund Ong, Arjay Delos Reyes, Daven Noveno, Juwis Bautista, Kelly Capagngan,Joshua Pasimio, Carissa De Ocampo, FrancheskaRosales, Erika Perez, Tonny Abad, Rachell Baldomaro
CREATIVE PRODUCTION TEAM:
Director:Rodel J. Mercado
Stage Manager:Jhelo Llenora
Lights Designer:Ninya Bedruz
Costume Designer:Felipe Ronnie Martinez
Dance Choreographer:Anthony Cruz
Casting Agency:FLP Artist Management
Publicist:Alwyn Ignacio
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