MANILA, Philippines – Fans of Taylor Swift who’ve been disappointed and feeling hopeless to see their idol perform live at the Araneta Coliseum Saturday night (because they couldn’t buy tickets as it’s been reported that all tickets have been sold out several months ago yet) should rejoice. Because in response to strong public clamor, the international production of the multi-awarded pop-country singer, songwriter and superstar and the management of the Araneta Coliseum has announced that tickets to the much-awaited concert will be sold at the gates Saturday before curtain time.

According to Big Dome’s top management, a very limited number of Upper A, Upper B and General Admission tickets will be printed and sold directly to the buying public at the gates of the coliseum. A “buy and enter” policy will be implemented two hours before show starts or at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19. Queuing at the gates will only be allowed starting at 2 p.m.

The additional tickets were made possible through the coordination between Araneta Coliseum and the Taylor Swift local promoter, Ovation Productions. Tickets will not be available via Ticketnet but only at the gates.

Araneta Coliseum management is also reminding the public of its policy of not allowing audiences to bring in DSLR or professional cameras including food and beverages. They are likewise strongly encouraging the viewing public to “travel light.”

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A star-studded show for BM Alarva’s b-day

The recent week-long celebration of Laguna’s 3rd district Board Member Angelica Jones Alarva has been significant to her constituents.

As an advanced birthday gift, the board member presented a star-studded concert on the eve of San Pablo City’s fiesta. Aptly titled “Isang Oras na Saya Para sa Kaarawan ni Bokal Angelica at San Pableno,” the concert featured Valerie Concepcion, Giselle Sanchez, Archie Alemania, Pretty Trizia, Imago, True Faith and the Sex Bomb Dancers. This coincided with Laguna Gov. E.R. Ejercito’s Governor’s Night.

The next day, BM Angelica and Gov. E.R. jointly sponsored a job fair dubbed “Masayang Kaarawan at Trabahong Handog Para sa Bawat Pamilya ng Alaminos.” Seven big companies and PESO supported the event. Right after the event, BM Angelica proceeded to the bottled classroom (the first plastic bottle school in Asia) located at Brgy. Malamig, San Jose DLSP San Pablo. She distributed food to the children and her constituents gave 1.5 plastic bottles as a birthday gift to her.

In Nagcarlan, a livelihood program for women billed as “Programang Pangkabuhayan Para sa Kababaihan” was also held. The affair was attended by more than a thousand women who came all the way from the 3rd District of Laguna. There was also a blood-letting activity with the help of Red Cross.

After hearing mass, Angelica proceeded to the medical and dental mission “Handog Kalusugan Sa Aking Kaarawan” in Brgy. Sto. Angel NHA. This was supported by Gob. E.R. Before midnight of her birthday, Angelica visited the DSWD and distributed food and souvenir items.

And on her natal day, Angelica hosted an exclusive celebration with her political allies.

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Bida Kapamilya Grand Fans Day

It didn’t matter whether they sang out of tune or out of synch in their respective songs because they just came to have a glimpse and interact with their favorite Kapamilya stars during the Bida Kapamilya Grand Fans Day held recently at the Festival Mall in Alabang.

The special event brought to Festival Mall Kapamilya stars who are part of ABS-CBN’s new and upcoming soap operas. From “Mutya,” Jayson Gainza and the show’s leading man Alfred Vargas came to serenade the fans. “Green Rose’s” Jake Cuenca brought the house down with his performance.

“Mara Clara’s” Kathryn Bernado and Julia Montes with their leading men John Manalo and Albie Casino added to the “kilig-factor” of the Bida Kapamilya Grand Fans Day.

Maja Salvador and Andi Eigenmann sang and danced with fans. They are starring in the upcoming drama series “Minsan Lang Kitang Iibigin” with Coco Martin.

Kim Chiu capped the night with a song number.

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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings Friday, Feb. 19, go to Dr. Nena Veloso Mewshaw, Carina Afable, Louie San Juan, Lulu Ng de Leon, Lettie Fuentes, Ronald Campos, Elvie Regala, Viktor Santillan, Engr. Santiago Pascual Jr. of New York, Alex Coronel, Suzette Uy, Jun Escarez and Empress Schuck of ABS-CBN Star Magic...