Be in your scariest yet most creative getup and win generous cash prizes! It’s so simple to grab those big amounts. Just the “Burgos Halloween Parade” happening on Friday, Oct. 30 along P. Burgos St. in Barangay Poblacion, Makati City and you’re sure to get the grandest Halloween treat ever. If you’re 18 years old and above and you have that artistic inclination, this exciting contest is definitely for you.

Anyone who joins in his creepiest garb wins the Best In Costume category with a cash prize of P10,000. Those with Scariest, Funniest, Best Historical or Most Famous Person, Best in Fantasy and Best Superhero look win P2,000 cold cash. Not only that… by simply participating in the fun competition, 30 lucky participants will be picked to get P1,000 each as consolation prizes. Meaning, there’s no room for defeat here because the night is not just an event of competition but a showcase of artistry as well.

Interested participants should register on Friday at 8 p.m. and assemble at the venue at 10 p.m. Parade proper starts at 11 p.m., followed by the exciting awarding of winners at 12 m.n. Remember, you should be 18 years or older if you want to join the fun.

“Burgos Halloween Parade” is a project of Burgos Entertainment, in cooperation with the barangay council headed by Brgy. Capt. Joey Villena IV.

‘Starstruck V’ goes worldwide

As Starstruck’s fifth season reaches fever pitch across the archipelago, Filipinos worldwide will now experience the mania of GMA Network’s original and undisputed reality-based artista search as it launches a series of auditions to all Pinoy aspirants around the globe.

“Starstruck V,” being the network’s grandest and most ambitious season thus far, commences its international auditions among applicants who want to bare their dreams in the biggest platform to stardom.

Auditions will be held on the following dates: Singapore (Oct. 30 and 31); Tokyo, Japan (Nov. 3 and 4); Middle East, Bahrain (Nov. 3 and 4), Dubai (Nov. 5) and Abu Dhabi (Nov. 6); USA: Los Angeles (Nov. 5 and 6), New Jersey (Nov. 7 and 8) and New York (Nov. 9 and 10).

Audition venues per country will be announced on GMA shows and in GMA Pinoy TV and GMA Life TV on Saturday. Interested applicants can also e-mail their name, age and contact number at starstruck@gmanetwork.com.

Inspiring stories on Lifestyle Network’s first decade

The Lifestyle Network, on its 10th Anniversary pays tribute to 10 outstanding women who have made exceptional marks in the fields that they’ve chosen and have touched the lives of people around them as they live out their passion. You can catch them wearing the channel’s most vibrant colors in its newest logo in the mini-plugs aired in between the programs. This is in celebration of their 1st decade on Philippine television and will be highlighted through a weeklong photo exhibit which will be held at the Powerplant Mall, 2nd Floor from Oct. 23 to 31.

The channel prides itself in its top 10 picks of outstanding women: Singer-Actress Lea Salonga who’s a world-class persona and lived large on the world stage; Host-Actress Donita Rose who has found out that the center and happiness is simply being a mother and having a quiet life whilst active in other things like her advocacy; Model and former Lifestyle Network host, Isabel Roces who’s an outspoken advocate of animal rights and a strong supporter of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals); Fashion Designer Hindy Weber-Tantoco who’s a fashion designer, mother and supporter of causes all rolled into one; Stage Actress Menchu Yulo who’s a supporter of the Culture and the Arts. Completing the list is cancer survivor and advocate Kara Alikpala who bravely faced the challenge of defying cancer; Chef and Entrepreneur Margarita Fores who best represents the channel’s food equity; Chairman Emeritus of Mc Cann Worldgroup Phils.
Non-Executive Chairman of Mc Cann Worldgroup Asia-Pacific and Chairman of CCP Emily Abrera who has accomplished many things and believed that a woman can; Managing Director of ABS-CBN Foundation Gina Lopez who continuously extends her hand in her charitable works especially with her concern on the country and children’s future; Ballet dancer Lisa Macuja who’s a world class performer and very dedicated to the Arts and her craft.

For more surprises and treats, continue to tune in to the Lifestyle Network the channel where life and style blend and visit www.thelifeyoulive.tv for more details.

The much-awaited NU 107 Rock Awards ’09

All roads lead to the World Trade Center for the much-awaited NU 107 Rock Awards ’09: High Definition! This year’s Rock Awards is about providing a clear presentation of what the current state of the local rock scene is. NU 107 Rock Awards ’09: High Definition! will give focus to the artists who are undeniably at the top of their game, and have reached the summit of OPM supremacy.

This year’s Rock Awards will feature fantastic live performances from Chicosci, The Dawn, Franco, Greyhoundz, Itchyworms, Juan Pablo Dream, Kamikazee, Kjwan, Pupil, Rico Blanco, Sandwich, Sugarfree, Up Dharma Down and Urbandub. There will also be performances from Duster, Turbo Goth and The Lowtechs in the pre-show. Tickets are available at all SM Ticketnet outlets and at the Araneta Coliseum box office.

A salute to only the Philippines’ finest, the 16th NU 107 Rock Awards will showcase the definitive music-makers of 2009. Rock Awards ’09: High Definition! is presented by:

Red Horse Beer Muziklaban, Smart Buddy and Clear. Also brought to you by Nokia Music, Converse, Frenzy, Levi’s Loop, Gateway Computers, And in part by JB Music, Click To Print, Aquaknox Restaurant, Hard Rock Café, Artwork, Basement Salon and MTV Philippines. Log on to nu107fm.com to find out more!

Score tickets to Nickelodeon’s ‘Shocktober’

Score tickets to Nickelodeon’s “Shocktober,” an event where all things festive, fun and frightful will get together to scare you silly. It will be held on Oct. 31 at the Music Hall of SM Mall of Asia.
Nicksters, be in your most fashionable and fang-tastic costumes. Witching hours are from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Visit participating Toy Kingdom and Toy Express stores and purchase a minimum of P1,000 worth of items (inclusive of Halloween toys; until Oct. 31 only) to get one ticket good for two persons.

On Oct. 31, put on your spooktacular costumes and be at the Shocktober gates at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall by 3 p.m. when the spookfest starts. Visit The CLINICK and explore the nurse’s station, doctor’s office, operating room, nursery, psychiatric ward, radiology room, and of course, the morgue.

Nickelodeon’s “Shocktober” is presented by Toy Kingdom and co-sponsored by Nestlé Koko Krunch, Enervon C Plus Syrup, Guess Kids, Refresh Juicy Jelly, Del Monte Pineapple, Chupa Chups, and Ace Water Spa. The Official venue is SM Mall of Asia. Participating Toy Kingdom stores are located in Vmall, SM North EDSA, SM Mall of Asia, SM Makati, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, The Podium, and participating Toy Kingdom Express stores are inside SM Department stores in SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, and SM Southmall.