Theatre Group Asia (TGA) has officially opened its highly anticipated production of A Chorus Line at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Circuit Makati, and audiences are already raving. Directed and choreographed by Emmy Award-winner and Broadway powerhouse Karla Puno Garcia, the show features an exceptional ensemble of Filipino performers alongside previously announced stars: Tony and two-time Grammy Award nominee Conrad Ricamora as Zach, and Fil-Am Broadway triple threat Lissa de Guzman as Cassie.

Based on the groundbreaking book by James Kirkwood Jr. and Nicholas Dante, A Chorus Line tells the story of seventeen dancers who put everything on the line for a life-changing Broadway audition. On an empty stage, these performers bare their souls, vying for just eight coveted spots. Through monologues and iconic musical numbers—including “I Hope I Get It,” “At the Ballet,” “What I Did for Love,” and “One Singular Sensation”—the production delivers a raw, emotionally charged exploration of struggle, sacrifice, identity, and dreams.

What unfolds is a gripping portrait of the human spirit: its resilience, its desire to be seen, and the lengths people go to for love—not only romantic, but the love found in passion, purpose, and the pursuit of belonging.

Following a rigorous six-month casting process spanning New York, Manila, Cebu, Bacolod, and Davao, the full cast brings this timeless story to life with extraordinary skill and heart—an exceptional mix of Broadway, West End, and local theater talent on the stage:

• Renee Albulario as Diana Morales – Fil-Am New York–based performer, Broadway assistant director for Just in Time, assistant choreographer for Here Lies Love, and performer in David Byrne’s American Utopia.
• Angelo Soriano as Mike Costa – Manila-born performer who has shared the stage with Lea Salonga, Vina Morales, Justin Bieber, Zendaya, and Macy Gray; Broadway credits include Aladdin: The Musical and Here Lies Love.
• Michaela Marfori as Bebe Benzenheimer – Orlando native with appearances in the Broadway National Tours of West Side Story, MJ the Musical, and Frozen; TV credits include the 78th Tony Awards and Saturday Night Live.
• Jordan Andrews as Al DeLuca – West End debut as Tam in Miss Saigon and The King and I; local credits include Joseph the Dreamer, Ang Huling El Bimbo, Rent, and Shrek the Musical.
• Rapah Manalo as Richie Walters – Appeared in Shrek the Musical, Ang Huling El Bimbo, Delia D., Bar Boys: A New Musical, and Mula Sa Buwan.
• Ken San Jose as Mark Anthony – Fil-Am dancer, singer, and choreographer; performed in Joseph the Dreamer and Mark Tuan’s international tours.
• Stephen Viñas as Bobby Mills – Gawad Buhay Award winner with credits including Carousel, Alice in Wonderland, Little Shop of Horrors, and Ang Huling El Bimbo.
• Mikaela Regis as Sheila Bryant – Gawad Buhay-nominated playwright and performer in Shrek the Musical, Delia D., Mula Sa Buwan, and Dekada ’70.
• Iya Villanueva as Maggie Winslow – Trained in ballet and jazz from age five; credits include The Bodyguard the Musical, Joseph the Dreamer, and Ang Huling El Bimbo.
• Universe Ramos as Paul San Marco – Former dance captain and EDGE Performing Arts Center scholar; recently played Oberon/Theseus in A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Manila.
• Richardson Yadao as Larry – Two-time Gawad Buhay awardee; dancer, educator, and choreographer with extensive experience in local theater and dance companies.
• Julio Laforteza as Don Kerr – NYU Tisch scholar and Associate Director of Galaw Co Dance Theater; Philippine credits include Shrek the Musical and Delia D..
• Brie Chappell as Val Clark – Trained at Tring Park School for the Performing Arts and The Urdang Academy; credits include Made in Dagenham and Jane Eyre.
• Sam Libao as Kristine Urich – Trained at Steps Dance Studio, La Salle Dance Company, and G-Force; credits include Joseph the Dreamer and Once on This Island.
• Alyanna Wijangco as Judy Turner – Appeared in Shrek the Musical, Delia D., and Jepoy and the Magic Circle.
• Jessica Carmona as Connie Wong – New York–based Fil-Am performer trained at Juilliard, Carnegie Mellon, and Point Park Conservatory.
• Luca Olbes as Gregory Gardner – High-school senior who appeared in Footloose, The Addams Family, High School Musical, and Ballet Philippines’ The Nutcracker.
• Jim Ferrer as Butch Barton – UK credits include Here Lies Love and Matilda; Philippine credits include Saturday Night Fever, Tarzan, Legally Blonde, and Oz.

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, A Chorus Line continues to shine a spotlight on the ensemble—the unsung heroes of every show—telling a timeless story of ambition, sacrifice, and individuality.

Building on the critically acclaimed success of TGA’s Into the Woods, which sold out shows headlined by Lea Salonga, Arielle Jacobs, and Eugene Domingo, A Chorus Line brings fresh yet timeless energy to the Samsung Performing Arts Theater stage. From the same powerhouse team that delivered those unforgettable performances, this production promises world-class artistry and emotional impact for Manila audiences.

Tickets remain available via TicketWorld, priced from ₱900 to ₱5,500. Performances run through March 29, 2026, on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Presented by Ayala Land, BPI, and Philippine Airlines (official carrier), with additional support from Make it Makati and Ayala Malls, this production is a must-see for theater lovers in Manila.

For more information, visit theatregroupasia.com, follow @theatregroupasia on Instagram, or like the official Theatre Group Asia Facebook page.

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