#TheaterPH - Yemaya: When Theater Feels Like the Ocean

There’s something magical about stepping into a theater and feeling like you’re about to be swept away. That’s exactly what 9 Works Theatrical is promising with Yemaya, their upcoming production that dives deep into myth, memory, and the restless pull of the tides.

This isn’t just another play—it’s a Filipino translation of Quiara Alegría Hudes’ Yemaya’s Belly, brought to life by Eljay Castro Deldoc. Hudes, the Pulitzer Prize-winning writer behind In The Heights, is known for her lyrical storytelling, and this time her words are flowing into a language and culture that feels close to home.

At the helm is Ed Lacson Jr., making a much-anticipated return to directing. His vision has always been bold and immersive, and with Yemaya, he’s guiding us through the journey of a young boy searching for his place in the world. It’s a story that feels both fantastical and familiar—an odyssey that mirrors the way we all wrestle with questions of belonging, hope, and identity.

What makes this production even more exciting is how Deldoc’s translation bridges cultures. Hudes’ Latin American roots meet the shared experiences of the Philippine archipelago, creating a narrative that feels uniquely ours while still carrying the universality of myth. It’s theater that doesn’t just entertain—it resonates, reminding us of the tides we’ve all felt pulling at us in different stages of life.

Mark your calendars: Yemaya opens this June 2026 at The Black Box at The Proscenium Theater in Rockwell, Makati. The cast announcement and tickets are coming soon, but even now, the anticipation feels like standing at the shore, waiting for the waves to rise. 

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