MANILA, Philippines -- The fun Friday nights series of shows billed as “Got Fridays @ Teatrino” in Promenade, Greenhills continues to showcase the latest generation of singers. Taking centerstage tonight is an exciting new group called “Jammistas.”

Jammistas is made up of musicians who have already proven themselves as solo artists – Noelle Cassandra, Yssa Alvarez, Sabrina, Davey Langit and Marvin Ong.

Noelle is said to be Asia’s only singer-songwriter who is also a harpist.

Yssa, the “young lady of acoustic pop,” brings her vibrant brand of acoustic flavored pop to the assembly. Sabrina has released a couple of albums in parts of Asia.

Davey Langit, a talented singer-songwriter and an exceptional guitarist, has proven his musical gifts in the ABS-CBN TV show “Pinoy Dream Academy.”

Last but not least is Marvin Ong, who is the “golden-voiced singer-songwriter” and pianist too. Marvin is hailed as the singer-songwriter to follow in the footsteps of Ogie Alcasid.

“Got Fridays@Teatrino” is directed and conceptualized by Freddie Santos.

Ms. RWM signs with Viva

The Ms. Resorts World Manila 2011 search culminated recently with coronation rites held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Crowned Ms. Resorts World Manila 2011 was Princess Angela Abella from Cebu. She is also now a Viva artist.

As Ms. RWM 2011, Princess brought home P500,000 worth of prizes. And as winner of the Miss Viva Talent title, she was also awarded a P500,000 contract with Viva. Princess was also named “Darling of the Press” during the Swimsuit Competition and Media Presentation.

The Ms. Resorts World is an annual search by RWM, the first integrated tourist destination in the country.

FAMAS SEC registration finally approved

FAMAS Pres. Angelo “Eloy” Padua announced recently that finally the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the Certificate of Registration of the Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences (FAMAS) as of Sept. 2, 2011, extending the life of the organization to another 50 years.

Padua also announced the holding of the 59th FAMAS Awards Night on Nov. 11, 2011 at the Marikina Hotel and Convention Center.

The other FAMAS officers for 2011-2013 who will be inducted soon are: Alice H. Reyes, 1st VP; Brian J. Lu, 2nd VP; Francia C. Conrado, secretary; Dennis S. Aguilar, treasurer; Tita I. Arcilla, auditor; Vir N. Mateo and Art T. Tapalla, PROs; Richel S. Dorotan, marshall.

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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings for Friday, Sept. 30, go to former Sen. Leticia Ramos-Shahani, former Miss International and DoT Sec. Gemma Cruz, Saripaz Villar Tan, Gerry Contreras, PDI lifestyle editor Thelma Sioson-San Juan, Baby Santamaria, Arthur R. Lingad, Leonida Andrade, Dr. Adora P. Veal, Aida Arceo, Teresita Brazil, Baby Vidal Lavarro, Ruben Silvestre, Edwin G. Trompeta of DoT, MB’s Ma. Cristina Maralit, Mike Sandejas, Raquel Monteza, and Denise Laurel of Star Magic…