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MANILA, Philippines — The world-renowned “Cirque Mother Africa” (created by professional acrobat Winston Ruddle) comes to Manila to dazzle and mesmerize local audiences with wild African music, dance and performance in a two-hour showcase.

The shows were previously staged in Germany, Italy, Romania, Russia, Netherlands, Australia, Belgium, and Spain.

The production combines talents from nine African countries to provide wonder, suspense and joy of “Cirque Mother Africa.”

“Cirque Mother Africa” takes on the modern and dynamic culture of the new Africa featuring young acrobats. The show offers a fresh theme that evokes passion.

“Cirque Mother Africa” can be seen from April 19 to 22 at Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila. Tickets are available at selected National Book Stores, Robinsons Department Stores, Cinema Lobby – Greenbelt 1 and Trinoma. You may also inquire at TicketWorld Office www.ticketworld.com.ph. 

Acosta To Resolve Cases Daily

Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) Chief Persida Acosta resolves more cases via “Public Atorni: Asunto o Areglo,” now aired daily right before “T3” on TV5.

In today’s episode, Honey, a househelp, demands financial support from her boss Rosita after the latter’s husband reportedly impregnated the help.

Other cases to be tackled this week are: The Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act on Wednesday, Parental Authority on Thursday and Grave Threat on Friday.

Viewers are taught basic knowledge about Philippine law through “Public Atorni: Asunto o Areglo.”

Feeling the pulse of the studio audience is MJ Marfori.

‘Pyropalooza’ Features David Archuleta

Spend the Valentine season with heartthrob David Archuleta under spectacular fireworks display at the “Close Up Pyropalooza” on Feb. 11, at the Music Hall, SM Mall of Asia.

Presented by Close Up, “Pyropalooza” also features Zia Quizon, Indios, Never The Strangers, and real-life couple/online sensation JAMICH.

Catch the “Close Up Pyromusical,” featuring the classic theme “Closer You And I,” every Saturday from Feb. 11 until March 17.

To get free access to this Valentine event, present P100 proof of purchase of any Close Up products at the SM MOA Booths to get a FREE P100 ticket or a 50 percent discount on the P300 or P500 tickets.

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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, Feb. 7, go to broadcast journalist Cheryl Cosim of TV5, Ian Veneracion, Dinah Dominguez, Liz Alindogan, Fr. Fernando M. Suarez, Mrs. Flor Salvador, Elpidio de Vera, Rianna Diego, Ramon Mauricio, Florindo Santos, Nanette R. Luciano, Gina San Buenaventura, Ricardo Javier, Nelia David, Amarice Santos Banares, and Winnie Velasquez… Happy wedding anniversary to Benito Natividad Jr., and Dr. Evelyn Lozano…