Lea Salonga talks about her life and career as an actress, including her role as Cinderella in the current production of the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical by Broadway Asia Entertainment. “Cinderella” opens in Hong Kong this Wednesday, Nov.5, and runs til Nov.29, 2008 at the Grand Theatre of the Hong Kong Cultural Center. For more information, go …

Marie Jamora talks about Project Runway Philippines, her experiences in film school, and her process and viewpoints as a professional director. Project Runway Philippines airs every Wednesday, 10PM on ETC; with replays on Thursdays at 9AM & 3PM, Saturdays at 2AM & 8PM, Sundays at 2:30PM, and Mondays at 9AM. You can check out more of Marie’s work on…

Bliss Cua Lim talks about her assessment of Cinemalaya and the current state of Philippine cinema and film archiving. She also expounds on the work she's done as Associate Professor of Film and Media studies at the University of California, Irvine, and gives a preview of her new book, “Translating Time: Cinema, The Fantastic, and Temporal Critique.…

Igan D’Bayan talks about his exhibit of paintings and installations, called “Studies in Unnatural Histories”; as well as the philosophies behind his work and life. “Studies in Unnatural Histories” runs til Aug.30, 2008, at The Crucible Gallery in SM Megamall A. For more information, call 635-6061. Subscribe to the podcast via iTunes our listen here…

Christina Dy talks about her new solo exhibit, “Clothes They Stood Up In,” as well as her life as a visual artist and production designer. “Clothes They Stood Up In” runs until June 30 at The Crucible Gallery in SM Megamall A. For more information, call 635-6061. The “Soap Lands” exhibit at the Cultural Center of the Phils. opens July 25. And the e…

Patrice Ramos-Diaz talks about her design process, and life as a fashion designer/entrepreneur in the Philippines. Patrice Bridal is located at Unit 103, 3 Salcedo Place, Tordesillas St., Salcedo Village; while Paradi is in Greenbelt 5, Makati. For more information, call 884-1543. To see photographs of Patrice’s collection at Fashion Watch Quartet,…

Beng Calma-Alcazaren talks about her process as a singer-songwriter and about Drip’s new album, "Identity Theft." (Preview the title track of the album right after the interview.) "Identity Theft" is available at Fully Booked, Mag:Net, Kate Torralba Stores and at their gigs. Their next one is on May 31, 9PM at NUVO in Greenbelt 2. On June 6, Drip w…

Gibbs Cadiz talks about theater criticism in the Philippines and the career he’s built around it. Plus, he fields questions in our first Listener Questions portion. You can read his performing arts reviews every Monday in the Philippine Daily Inquirer. He is also Desk Editor for its Lifestyle Section. His blog, "GIBBS CADIZ", can be visited at gibb…

Jack Salud talks about his art, and his life as a painter and performer. To see more of his work, visit his Multiply site at jcksalud.multiply.com. This October, you can catch Jack Salud, the opera singer, in the Philippine Opera Company’s production of “La Boheme.” That opens October 2 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Subscribe to the po…

Gabe Mercado talks about Upstart, Kolektib, Mag:net and SPIT, as well as the state of comedy in the Philippines. Catch him perform with SPIT and Broadwayoke this Tuesday, April 22 at Mag:net Bonifacio High Street. For more information on Magnet events, go to magnet.com.ph. Upstart is still offering short courses in events, hosting & acting. For mor…

Chari Arespacochaga talks about her latest directorial effort, “Altar Boyz,” and life as a theater practitioner in the Philippines. Catch “Altar Boyz” at Onstage Greenbelt. It runs til April 27, 2008; Fridays and Saturdays at 8PM, and Saturdays and Sundays at 3:30PM. For tickets, call 887-0710 or log on to www.repertory-philippines.com. Or go to ti…

A special report by Amiel Mendoza features Brian Tenorio, Nicanor Tiongson & Salvador Bernal at the launch of "Salvador F. Bernal: Designing the Stage". Then Reb Atadero, Red Concepcion, Chevy Mercado, PJ Valerio & Reuben Uy talk—and sing—about "Altar Boyz". Catch “Altar Boyz” at Onstage Greenbelt. It runs til April 27, 2008; Fridays and Saturdays …

Francis Reyes talks about "EJ," The Dawn, and his own process and philosophies as a guitarist/musician. The Dawn will release a new CD in June 2008. It will include “jazzy" versions of some of their songs. Meanwhile, catch Francis' guitar solo on the compilation CD, “Mga Guitarista,” to be released this month. Talking Parts will take a break for Ho…

Rachel Rillo talks about her exhibit, "Manila," and her life & process as a photographer. See "Manila" at the Silverlens gallery at 2320 Pasong Tamo extension, Makati. It's on display till March 8, 2008; Monday-Friday at 10am-7pm, Saturday at 1-6pm. For more information, call 816-0044, email manage@silverlensphoto.com or visit www.silverlensphoto.c…

Dexter Santos talks about his directorial debut for Dulaang U.P., "Orosman at Zafira," and his life as a choreographer. Catch "Orosman at Zafira" at the Guerrero Theater in UP Diliman’s Palma Hall. It runs till March 2, 2008. Wednesday to Friday at 7PM; Saturday and Sunday at 10AM and 3PM. For more information, call DUP at 926-13-49 or 433-77-40, o…

Vincent de Jesus talks about his new musical, "Skin-Deep", and the playwrighting process in the Philippines. Catch "Skin-Deep" at the PETA Theater Center along Eymard Drive in New Manila. It runs till March 9, 2008; Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. For tickets and showtimes, call 725-6244, 407-1418, or log onto www.petatheater.com. Aspiring playwri…