Bar Boys: A New Musical is back for another round! The law school musical that took everyone by surprise last May is returning for an exciting rerun from October to November 2024. Ready to relive the laughs, tears, and bar exam stress?

Who’s Back in the Classroom?

The original cast you loved is returning! Benedix Ramos (Erik), Alex Diaz (Chris), Jerom Canlas (Torran), Omar Uddin (Josh), and Sheila Francisco (Justice Hernandez) are all reprising their iconic roles. Also back are Juliene Mendoza, Lorenz Martinez, Topper Fabregas, Nor Domingo, Carlon Matobato, and Gimbey dela Cruz, plus the ensemble favorites Diego Aranda, Ade Valenzona, Edrei Tan, Jannah Baniasia, Uzziel Delamide, and Meg Ruiz.

But that’s not all—there are new faces joining the courtroom! Katrine Sunga will step in as the Female Professor, Chino Veguillas as Paping and cover for Atty. Maurice Carlson, and Jam Binay joins the ensemble. Covers include Ian Pangilinan (Chris), Khalil Tambio (Erik/Torran), Naths Everett (Justice Hernandez), Shaun Ocrisma (Atty. Victor Cruz), Rapah Manalo (male swing), and Mikaela Regis (female swing).

The Story That Hits Home

Bar Boys takes you on a journey through law school with four friends facing the ultimate test: surviving law school and life! Between heavy workloads, love drama, and finding their place in the world, this musical is full of heart, laughs, and the occasional legal battle.

The Dream Team

Behind the scenes, the powerhouse creative team is back! Pat Valera returns with his book and lyrics, co-directing with Mikko Angeles. Myke Salomon, who composed the unforgettable tunes, is back as musical director. Jomelle Era leads movement direction, while D Cortezano, Arnold Jallores, Ohm David, Tata Tuviera, Meliton Roxas Jr., Joyce Garcia, and Julio Garcia bring the stage to life with their technical, sound, set, costume, lighting, video projection, and props expertise.

Save the Date!

Don’t miss your chance to catch Bar Boys during its limited five-week run, from October 4 to November 3, 2024, at the Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater, Circuit Makati. As the final production of Barefoot Theatre Collaborative’s 2024 season, it’s a must-see!

Tickets are already available! Grab yours now on Ticket2Me at bit.ly/barboystickets.

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