THE
LEGACY LIVES ON WITH LIVE AIDS: G na G sa 33
Now
on its 33rd year, the longest-running comedy variety show in the
Philippines is set for its funniest, most endearing, and most
memorable installment yet! Taking place on June,
21, 22,
and
23 of
2019,
Live AIDS: G na G sa 33 is
sure to give every audience member their time’s
worth
within the first couple of acts alone!
Live
AIDS (Ang Istoryang Dinebelop ng SAMASKOM )
or
Acts,
Improvisations,
Dances
and
Songs,
is an annual musical-comedy series mounted by
UP SAMASKOM.
What started as a mere applicants’ batch project back in 1983 has
grown into one of the most awaited events in the entire Diliman
community.
With each successive installment, the team behind
Live AIDS continues
to step up its game, and raise the bar both in terms of audience
size, and
on
how sharp and relatable, yet satirical and enjoyable Philippine
comedy can be.
However,
more than just comedy, Live AIDS is an analysis, exposure, and
creative satirization of the modern socio-political sphere we live in
as well as the pop culture that has become so ingrained in our lives.
Essentially, it parodies the experiences of modern-day Filipinos in
our diverse society. Run by a company comprised of both young,
talented students and experienced professionals, Live AIDS boldly
tackles the present, trending, and viral. It portrays on stage social
realities mixed with comedy, spectacle, and entertainment that
everyone is certain to enjoy!
As
a result of its unique and unbridled brand of showmanship, Live AIDS
has continually garnered fanatics and avid viewers who have regularly
flocked to the show over the course of three decades of production.
These include big names such as Vice Ganda, Bianca Gonzales, Ricky
Lee, Lani Misalucha, Icy Mendoza, John Lapus, Rajo Laurel, BJ
Pascual, and Tim Yap.
Live
AIDS remains a popular avenue for individuals from all across the
university to hone their talents, celebrate their diversity, and
showcase their creativity through the gift of self-expression. Its
staying power can be attributed to the teamwork of the residents and
alumni of UP SAMASKOM. The bonds that are built within the “samahan”
and the trust that is fostered among the members do not only keep the
show alive, but allow it to kickstart the careers of comedy stars
like Giselle Sanchez, Ate Glow, Michelle O’ Bombshell, Tuesday
Vargas and KaladKaren Davila to name a few.
The
33rd edition of Live AIDS will be quarterbacked by Director Deo
Divinagracia. A bona fide veteran of the show both in terms of
performance and production. He looks to incorporate both classic and
modern methods of direction, stage production, and writing in order
to create an even bigger explosion of social commentary and parody
combined.
Mounting
this show yearly comes at the cost of blood, sweat, and tears from
the members. Director Divinagracia stated that, “The biggest
challenge in directing and staging a LIVE AIDS production is staying
relevant and meaningful while delivering the laughs that our loyal
viewers are always expecting. Logistically, gathering students and
alumni who have different priorities, interests, sensibilities, and
schedules is also a huge challenge for a director.”
This
2019 installment of Live AIDS is filled top to bottom with satire
based on trending topics and viral content kept very relatable all
throughout. It is both a sharp commentary, and just an all- around
good time for anyone who watches. LIVE AIDS: G na G sa 33 is sure to
leave a mark on both the show’s devoted fans and on first-time
viewers all the same.
Promising
to be nothing less than the most fun and memorable nights of your
life, LIVE AIDS: G na G sa 33 is an event not to be missed!
For
tickets, log on to ktx.abs-cbn.com.
For
more updates on UP SAMASKOM and Live AIDS 33, please follow us on
Twitter and Instagram at @upsamaskom, and like us on Facebook at
facebook.com/upsamaskom.
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