Jewel Mische, JC Tiuseco, Katrina Halili and Alfred Vargas in ‘Karibal’

“Dear Friend’s” initial summer offering “Karibal” makes a victorious sweep in the ratings game for three consecutive weeks.

“Karibal” is top billed by Kapuso stars Katrina Halili, Alfred Vargas, Jewel Mische and JC Tiuseco. It features a story of sibling rivalry twisted by forces of jealousy and reprisal.

For its final episode, witness the shocking revelations and turn of events in the lives of Kim (Katrina) and Cindy (Jewel).

To build up excitement on its second summer installment, “Dear Friend” will visit the City of Pines – Baguio City. Catch Glaiza de Castro, Patrick Garcia and Polo Ravales as they take you to the tropical paradise of the Cordillera Region and marvel at its diverse cultural and historical attractions.

Don’t miss the finale of “Karibal” on “Dear Friend” today right after “SOP.”

Karylle exclusively at Robinsons malls

From April 5 to May 24, Karylle will be seen at selected Robinsons Malls for an exclusive mall tour to promote her latest album entitled “Time for Letting Go” under PolyEast Records.

 “Time for Letting Go” album is a true reflection of Karylle’s journey to moving forward with her lead single “I’ll Never Get Over You Getting Over Me.”

Catch her today,  April 5 at Robinsons Galleria, April 19 at Robinsons Place Imus, April 26 at Robinsons Nova Market, May 1 at Robinsons Metro East, May 3 at Robinsons Sta. Rosa Market, May 17 at Robinsons Place Manila and May 24 at Robinsons Starmills Pampanga.

Summer musical theater workshop

The Bedford Musical Theatre Company of London, Italy, and Germany will hold their international workshops here in Manila for the first time on Apr. 13 to 18 and Apr. 20 to 25.

Learn from theater director Gary Noakes, vocal coach Viven Noakes, and choreographer Mike Denham.

Successful enrollees can have the chance to be discovered and be included in the Bedford roster of talents in the West End Theater. Enroll and avail of special group discounts. Classes are for ages 8 and above.

Marri Nallos at SM Molino today

The Crystal Voice of Asia, Marri Nallos is currently promoting her album, “Dahil Mahal Kita.” The album contains Marri’s own compositions. She is with Ariel Rivera on the mall tour.

Today,  April 5, she will be at SM Molino and on April 18 at SM Dasmariñas, April 19 at SM Marikina and on May 3 at SM Lipa. Sfariva Dancers are backing up Marri in all her mall shows this summer.

Marri Nallos sings regularly at Hyatt Casino & Hotel every Monday and at Conways of Makati Shangri-La every Wednesday.

Varilux’s new celebrity endorsers

In line with its 50th anniversary, Varilux comes out with a series of aggressive ad campaigns with its newest line-up of celebrity endorsers for 2009: Journalist and TV host Ricky Lo and Gawad Kalinga founder Tony Meloto.

Varilux, meaning “variable light,” was named to demonstrate the progressive or variable power of the lens. The brand maintains its position as the world leader in the progressive lens market. Designed on the basis of observed eye movements and visual needs, Varilux progressive lens guarantee crystal clear vision at all distances.

Essilor Philippines, partnered with Lo and Meloto – both Varilux wearers, to promote vision care here in the Philippines. It should be noted that both Ricky Lo and Tony Meloto are two of the most respected public figures in the country today.

Both Lo and Meloto share a lot of things with Varilux, chief among them is a commitment to excellence in terms with their respective visions in their individual fields.

Varilux is exclusively distributed by Essilor Philippines and is available in all leading optical clinics nationwide.
 
Ricky Reyes, Fil-Hair to set Guinness record

Hair and beauty guru Ricky Reyes,  together with local hairdressers’ organization Fil-Hair Coop, are now set to put the Philippines on the map for the new Guinness Record.

In celebration of Fil-Hair’s 25 years of uniting and further improving the level of professionalism in the hairdressing industry, Reyes and Fil-Hair are in the heat of preparations for May 19, when they will vie for two Guinness World Records: The fastest haircutter in the world, and most number of haircuts in a single venue in eight hours.

A regional search will be conducted to gather the 300-400 hairdressers who will participate in this historic occasion, with exciting prizes in store for participants.

Preliminary competitions will take place in Lucena City (April 21); Naga City (April 23); Calamba (April 27); Antipolo (April 29); CaMaNaVa (April 30); and Muntinlupa (May 4).

Search for new Masculados

Productions 56 wishes to announce that it is now accepting applicants to the Masculados, the all time favorite all-male song and dance group. Send your resume with close-up and full body photos to Production 56 office, 405 West Mansions, 3 Zamboanga St., Barangay Nayong Kanluran, West Ave., Quezon City, 1100.
Applicants should be between 18-23 years old, not less than 5’7” in height, handsome, with good, well built physique, and should know how to sing.

Why VIPs, prominent personalities shop at Greenhills

The Moro pearl shop is one reason rich people and prominent personalities visit Greenhills Shopping Complex in San Juan City. What is so nice about Greenhills is the unrestrained displays of the tiangge. The ongoing 16th National Furniture, Furnishing and Fashion Festival is being flocked not only by ordinary bargain hunters and shoppers but also famous personalities and VIPs.

Albert Castro, working for Prime Asia Trade Planners & Convention Organizers (PATEPCO), organizer of the 24-day trade fair, says prominent people prefer to shop at Greenhills because other shoppers and sales personnel consider them other people. Also tourists and other foreign buyers are seen in Greenhills because of its world-class products and goods.