The Cultural Center of the Philippines’ (CCP) Film, Broadcast and New Media division has announced its partnership with Ayala Greenbelt cinemas to bring the stage plays from the London National Theatre starting this September!
The limited special presentation, known as “CCP National Theatre Live”, will feature iconic plays led by the likes of Benedict Cumberbatch, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Emilia Clarke, Ian McKellen and more! The plays will be presented via a pro-shot footage filmed during the original first runs of the shows.
The CCP National Theatre Live’s first show is the musical adaptation of “Life of Pi”, which won Tony and Olivier Awards. Please see below the schedule of the shows. Tickets are priced at Php 250, while students can avail discounted tickets at Php 150.
Life of Pi – Sept. 26, 2023
Frankenstein – Oct. 31, 2023
The Seagull – Nov. 28, 2023
Much Ado About Nothing – Dec. 18, 2023
The Crucible – Jan. 30, 2024
Fleabag – Feb. 27, 2024
Othello – March 26, 2024
King Lear – April 30, 2024
Hamlet – May 28, 2024
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