#TheaterPH - From Margins to Center Stage: Gregoria Lakambini and the Power of Pinay Pop
Ever notice how some stories just seem to linger in the background, waiting for their moment in the spotlight? That’s how I’ve always felt about Gregoria de Jesus—Oryang, the Lakambini of the Katipunan. She’s one of those women whose courage helped shape our nation, but for years, her voice was barely a whisper in the pages of history books.
But not anymore.
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This season, Tanghalang Pilipino is flipping the script with “Gregoria Lakambini: A Pinay Pop Musical.” And let me tell you, it’s not your typical historical retelling. Imagine the energy of a P-Pop girl group—catchy beats, electrifying choreography, and all the attitude you’d expect from a modern Filipina. Now, picture that energy channeling the life of Oryang, from her spirited beginnings in Caloocan to her fierce role beside Andres Bonifacio in both love and revolution. It’s history, but with a pulse you can feel in your bones.
What I love most about this show is how it finally lets Oryang’s story lead the song. She’s not just a supporting character or a footnote—she’s front and center, a wife, a rebel, a mother, and a fighter. The musical doesn’t shy away from her struggles or her triumphs. Instead, it celebrates her transformation, her fight, and her voice, all set to a soundtrack that’s as bold and unapologetic as she was.
The artistic team behind this production is a powerhouse, blending the talents of playwrights Nicanor Tiongson and Eljay Castro Deldoc, the musical genius of Nica Del Rosario and Matthew Chang, and the creative vision of director Delphine Buencamino. The cast is stacked with rising stars and seasoned performers, each bringing their own spark to the stage. And with show dates running from mid-November to mid-December, there’s plenty of chances to catch the revolution in action.
For anyone who’s ever felt overlooked or underestimated, Gregoria Lakambini is a reminder that our stories matter—and that sometimes, the most powerful revolutions start with a single, determined voice. So whether you’re a history buff, a musical theater fan, or just someone looking for a night out that’ll leave you inspired, this is one show you won’t want to miss.
Ready to see Oryang take her rightful place in the spotlight? Tickets are available through direct selling, TicketWorld, and Ticket2Me. Trust me, you’ll want to be there when history gets a pop-powered remix.
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