Ang Huling El Bimbo (musical)
Ang Huling El Bimbo: a musical featuring the songs of the most iconic 90's band popularly known as Ang Huling El Bimbo, is a jukebox musical written by Dingdong Novenario, featuring the hit songs of the Filipino band Eraserheads. It features the lyrics and melodies of at least 40 of the band's songs, including the titular song. Dexter Santos directed and choreographed the musical, with Myke Salomon serving as its musical director. The Manila Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Rodel Colmenar, provided the music, accompanied by a live band. The set design is by Gino Gonzales, with lighting by Monino Duque.
| Ang Huling El Bimbo | |
|---|---|
| a musical featuring the songs of the most iconic 90's band | |
| Book | Dingdong Novenario |
| Premiere | July 20, 2018: Newport Performing Arts Theatre, Metro Manila |
| Productions | 2018 2019 |
The musical premiered on July 20, 2018 at the Newport Performing Arts Theatre in Pasay. A second production was made in 2019 featuring new cast, and ran from March 1 to April 6, and again from July 5 to August 18. A recorded 2019 performance was streamed for free online on the official YouTube channel and Facebook page of ABS-CBN from May 8 to 9, 2020. It was also streamed on TFC Online in September 2020, and on digital platform KTX.PH from November 28 to 29, 2020.