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Jude Cartalaba

Like other professions, especially writing, he believes it is not for the faint-hearted. His writing life is less lucrative than many would think of it. However, he persists in pursuing his passion for weaving words together to create a ripple effect of change.

He has contributed to several traditional and digital lifestyle and entertainment publications like “Illustrado, “Star Studio,” ABS-CBNNews, and Rappler, to name a few.

Today, he never stops writing. He has contributed to this publication, BroadwayWorld Philippines, for over a decade.

When he has the opportunity to help aspiring and beginning writers, he conducts writing workshops.

He is BWW's features editor in the Philippines.






Exclusive: Khalil Ramos Embraces 'Jon'
Exclusive: Khalil Ramos Embraces 'Jon'
September 2, 2023

Though three years shy from turning 30, actor-singer Khalil Joseph Nepomuceno Ramos, aka Khalil Ramos, has effectively portrayed the lead character, Jon, in the three-actor musical, 'tick, tick…BOOM!' featuring the music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson.

Interview: Reb Atadero, Vien King Prove There Are No Small Roles
Interview: Reb Atadero, Vien King Prove There Are No Small Roles
August 31, 2023

In Jonathan Larson’s semi-autobiographical musical, 'tick, tick…BOOM!' the character of Michael is loosely based on the composer-lyricist’s best friend Matt O’Grady.

Review: In TICK, TICK…BOOM! Midlife Crisis, Oozing Talent Are Inescapable
Review: In TICK, TICK…BOOM! Midlife Crisis, Oozing Talent Are Inescapable
August 18, 2023

Jon (Jef Flores, Khalil Ramos), the protagonist in Jonathan Larson's 'tick, tick.... BOOM!' is a struggling composer who is days away from turning 30. He can’t help but hear that internal clock clicking: he doesn’t want to turn a year older without something groundbreaking to show.

Interview: blueREP Alums Sab Jose, Reb Atadero Reunite in LUNGS
Interview: blueREP Alums Sab Jose, Reb Atadero Reunite in LUNGS
July 10, 2023

Despite the successful tandem of Sab Jose and mainstream actor-model-endorser Jake Cuenca, who crossed over to theater via the Duncan MacMillan play 'Lungs' in 2019, the former had to find a new partner in the person of Reb Atadero for the play’s return to the local stage.

Review: IBARRA's Memorable Moments and Excesses
Review: IBARRA's Memorable Moments and Excesses
June 19, 2023

With the birth of a new theater company, Tanghalang Una Obra, whose creatives were closely associated with Gantimpala Theater Foundation, comes 'Ibarra,' a reworking of the latter’s yearly production of 'Kanser,' based on Dr. Jose Rizal’s first novel, 'Noli Me Tangere.' But this time, it presents the events from 'Kanser' from one point of view: that of the title role, essayed by multi-award-winning TV and film actor Piolo Pascual, in his professional theater debut.

Artistic Integrity or Profit?
Artistic Integrity or Profit?
June 15, 2023

A little over 10 years since Actor's Actors Inc.'s The Necessary Theatre premiered John Logan's Tony Award-winning play 'Red' in Asia, the theater company brings back the two-hander on stage. Bart Guingona still plays the abstract expressionist Mark Rothko, while JC Santos plays his fictional studio assistant Ken, originally played by Joaquin Valdes.

Piolo Pascual: 'There's An Ibarra In Each of Us'
Piolo Pascual: 'There's An Ibarra In Each of Us'
May 16, 2023

At 46, Piolo Pascual, the Philippines' ultimate heartthrob, has proven his bankability as a star in TV and film. But in June this year, he gets to revisit where his love for acting began.

Jude Matthew Servilla: Breaking the Conventions of a Leading Man
Jude Matthew Servilla: Breaking the Conventions of a Leading Man
March 30, 2023

Though Jude Matthew Servilla is no stranger to stage productions, his portrayal of Dodong, the love interest of hair and makeup artist Ada, in Ateneo Blue Repertory's revival of Carlo Vergara’s 'Zsazsa Zarurnnah: The Musical... 'Yun Lang' was something he didn't expect.

Juan Carlos Galano Rekindles His Love for the Theater
Juan Carlos Galano Rekindles His Love for the Theater
March 28, 2023

Despite Juan Carlos Galano's previous exposure to stage plays when he was still in Saipan, the clothing brand Bench hunk model-turned-actor still considers his stint in Ateneo Blue Repertory’s “Zsazsa Zaturnnah: The Musical... 'Yun Lang” as his theater debut. He plays the auto mechanic Dodong, the lead character Ada’s love interest.

Karylle Tatlonghari, Markki Stroem Talk THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Karylle Tatlonghari, Markki Stroem Talk THE SOUND OF MUSIC
March 24, 2023

When news broke about two local thespians getting included in the international touring production of 'The Sound of Music,' people celebrated and felt another victory in the person of Karylle Tatlonghari and Markki Stroem.

Review: This SOUND OF MUSIC Sings a Different Tune
Review: This SOUND OF MUSIC Sings a Different Tune
March 20, 2023

It took eight years for three-time Tony awardee Jack O’Brien-directed 'The Sound of Music,' a warhorse title from the Rodgers and Hammerstein’s catalog, to reach the Philippines’ capital—a rare feat because most of the international productions visiting town are either from South Africa or the United Kingdom.

DICKTALK Stirs Up Conversations About Manhood
DICKTALK Stirs Up Conversations About Manhood
March 7, 2023

It’s the men’s turn to openly talk about masculinity, gender identity, and male genitalia via a new play titled 'DickTalk,' which runs at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, in Makati City, from April 15-23, 2023.

Living Her Dream: Julia Abueva Makes Broadway Debut
Living Her Dream: Julia Abueva Makes Broadway Debut
November 22, 2022

'You have to want it more than anything. You have to be willing to WORK for it. Sacrifice for it. It’s not as glamorous as it seems. That’s why the passion needs to be for the work, not the fame,' those were striking words of Julia Abueva, one of the stars of the Broadway musical KPOP, inspired by a global phenomenon.

Markki Stroem Can't Wait to Tell the Magical Story of MULA SA BUWAN
Markki Stroem Can't Wait to Tell the Magical Story of MULA SA BUWAN
August 21, 2022

Markki Stroem stars as Christian, a cadet, in the restaging of an original Filipino musical, 'Mula Sa Buwan,' based on Edmond Rostand's timeless classic Cyrano de Bergerac. The musical runs onstage at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater at Circuit Makati beginning August 26 till September 11, 2022.

Gary Valenciano Says Yes to Play Jacob: 'It's Time'
Gary Valenciano Says Yes to Play Jacob: 'It's Time'
July 21, 2022

The musical 'Joseph The Dreamer' began in 1989 and has had numerous re-stagings before Mr. Pure Energy, Gary Valenciano, took on the role of Joseph in 1999. In this current production, which opens on Friday, July 22, the 57-year-old multi-media performer takes on Jacob's character, Joseph's father.

Joanna Ampil Sings the Movie Theme Song of CULION
Joanna Ampil Sings the Movie Theme Song of CULION
November 21, 2019

Just two years ago, Joanna Ampil, an award-winning musical theater-film actress, essayed her breakthrough role in the film Ang Larawan (The Portrait) for the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), which earned her the Best Actress nod.

BWW Interview: Lea Salonga Talks 'Perfect Ten' Concert, 'Sweeney Todd,' And More!
BWW Interview: Lea Salonga Talks 'Perfect Ten' Concert, 'Sweeney Todd,' And More!
August 28, 2019

Lea Salonga is all set to perform in Manila once again via Resorts World Manila's (RWM) two-night gala concert titled a?oeLea Salonga: Perfect Tena?? tomorrow, August 30, and Saturday, August 31, 2019, at Newport Performing Arts Theater in Pasay City.

BWW Review: Thoroughly Entertaining, RAK OF AEGIS Continues to Captivate Audiences
BWW Review: Thoroughly Entertaining, RAK OF AEGIS Continues to Captivate Audiences
August 21, 2019

In its seventh season, the original Filipino hit musical from Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) titled 'Rak of Aegis,a?? which features the popular songs of the Aegis band, returns onstage from July to September this year with new famed artists to join its original and recurring cast members.

BWW Interview: DANI GIRL Cast Talks Challenges, Gets Ready For Opening Night, Aug. 10
BWW Interview: DANI GIRL Cast Talks Challenges, Gets Ready For Opening Night, Aug. 10
August 7, 2019

Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond musical DANI GIRL is back. Just like its first staging in 2014, also directed by Toff de Venecia, the production emphasizes finding hope amid the world of pain and suffering in the lives of cancer-stricken children.

Photo Coverage: DANI GIRL Cast Visits Cancer-stricken Kids; Acclaimed Musical Returns Aug. 10
Photo Coverage: DANI GIRL Cast Visits Cancer-stricken Kids; Acclaimed Musical Returns Aug. 10
July 26, 2019

The cast of DANI GIRL came out to play and comfort the pediatric cancer patients at Child Haus on Tuesday, July 23, 2019.



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