Musical Mania
I was so sad that the musical Cats had already finished its run here in Manila and I didn’t get to see it. It was doubly exciting because our very own Lea Salonga was playing Griselda. Lea, who won a Tony Award for her part in Miss Saigon, is very much loved and adored in the Philippines. She is also very popular in the world of broadway because of her exceptional talent.
Missing the Manila leg of the show was definitely tragic but I’ve got better plans for the future. Given the time and the money, I would definitely go the broadway capital of the world – West End in London. There would be plenty of musicals to choose from - Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, Chicago, Mamma Mia!, Miss Saigon, Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, etc. West End is for the broadway aficionado as Disneyland is for children.
How I envy my friend who has been to West End and has watched at least three of the musicals mentioned above. She told me that music plus live acting (not to mention the wonderful set design) was an unforgettable experience – far better than watching a 3D film.
My friends and I have been dreaming about an adventure, something like backpacking in Europe. We wouldn’t be choosy, any accommodation such as cheap hotels in London city centre would do. All that matters is we get there somehow, someday.
