Asia’s Romantic Balladeer, Christian Bautista, is slated to perform at the Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) Cavite Campus (General Trias) on Feb. 20. Entitled “Sunset Romance,” the musical event also features the Manila Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Professor Arturo Molina, Soprano Jennifer Uy, and rising actress-singer Denise Laurel.

This event is the second in the series of yearly concerts held at the sprawling and ultra-modern LPU Cavite Campus since it opened in June 2008. Last year’s extravaganza featured acclaimed alto Isay Alvarez and the young tenors, Angelos, together with the Metro Manila Community Orchestra, conducted by Maestro Chino Toledo.

Event proceeds are for LPU’s outreach community in Manggahan, General Trias, Cavite.

New shows to watch on ETC this February

Do you seek your mom’s approval on everything? Do you answer her beck and call? Do you go to her when you need something done? If you’ve answered yes then consider yourself a momma’s boy! But don’t fret you’re in good company as ETC’s “E! News” host Ryan Seacrest confesses that he is a momma’s boy, too.

“My mom and I are very close, and there’s this voice in my head no matter what it is that I’m doing, I can hear her judging me saying ‘that’s the right move’ or ‘that’s the wrong move.’ But with women, when I go on a date and date them over and over and they become a girlfriend, momma has to approve them,” says Ryan. “They don’t go sit at the fondue dinner unless momma likes them!”

Based on his own experience Ryan created the show “Momma’s Boys,” a dating series set to premiere on ETC Monday, Feb. 15 at 8 p.m.

After seven seasons of tears, smiles, broken hearts, murder attempts, gambling issues, break-ups and make-ups the guys and gals of “One Tree Hill” have matured into young adults ready to take on the world. Gone are the days of high-school love triangles and sibling rivalry on the basketball court. On Feb. 17 at 8 p.m. on ETC, see your favorite “One Tree Hill” characters deal with the perils of success and fame.

What a difference 14 months make. Season 7 of the popular drama picks up 14 months ahead of the season 6 finale with Nathan (James Lafferty) as a famous professional basketball star; Haley (Bethany Joy Galeotti) recording a new album; Brooke (Sophia Bush) an international clothing designer; and Julian (Austin Nichols) a globe-trotting movie producer. It is the first season since Chad Michael Murray and Hilarie Burton who played Lucas and Peyton departed the show. But fans need not worry as new characters are introduced to the foil.

‘Siguradong Panalo Ka!’ opens with stories of survival

A cancer patient, a burn victim, and their incredible testimonies of surviving their misfortunes will open the weeklong live TV special “Siguradong Panalo Ka!” Monday, Feb. 15.
Join Peter Kairuz, actress Coney Reyes, Felichi Pangilinan-Buizon, broadcaster Mari Kaimo, and 2009 Mrs. Philippines-Universe Camilla Kim-Galvez as they reveal the secret behind a victorious, radically-changed life!
“Siguradong Panalo Ka!” airs live for five nights from Feb. 15 to 19, 11 p.m. on Q Channel 11 in Manila/Luzon and Channel 27 in Cebu/Davao. On cable TV, watch it on Channel 24 SkyCable, Channel 15 Destiny Cable, and Channel 19 Sun Cable. This TV event can also be seen from anywhere in the world via live webcast at www.cbnasia.org, 11 p.m. Manila time.

Aegis rocks Cowboy Grill

No other pop band comes close to Aegis when it comes to establishing that certain hook with audiences. From north to south, east to west, all over the Philippines and possibly, beyond, Aegis music connects with the largest number of audiences.

Aegis which is composed of Juliet and Mercy Sunot (vocals), Stella Galindo (keyboard), Rey Abenoja (guitar), Rowena Pinpin (bass) and Vilma Goloviogo (drums) has proven themselves as musicians of outstanding talent and ability.

Watch them live at Cowboy Grill Las Piñas on Feb. 17, Feb. 23 in Malate, and Feb. 24 in Biñan, Laguna.

Sun Cellular now has Korean SMS!

Koreans staying in the Philippines will now have an easier way of exchanging messages with their friends, loved ones and colleagues in Korea. Introducing, the Sun Korean SMS service.

Sun Cellular now has Korean language support in its network. Koreans will be able to compose text messages in Hangul, the Korean alphabet, and send to any Korean mobile number. All they need is a Sun Cellular SIM, postpaid or prepaid, and a mobile phone that can input Korean characters (usually LG and Samsung mobile phones).  They can compose a text message with a maximum of 80 to 90 Korean characters, depending on the handset.  The rate per Korean SMS is only P9 per message.

Koreans can go about their usual way of typing Korean character texts then send them to any mobile number in Korea (e.g.  +85 105 1242220). Call 200 using your Sun Cellular mobile phone or (02) 385-8000 from a landline now for more details on the Sun Korean SMS service. To see more of Sun’s innovative local and international products and services, visit the website at www.suncellular.com.ph.