From Oct. 5 to 7 and 12 to 14, "Insiang" will have a limited run at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute (CCP Studio Theater) with matinees at 3:00 p.m. and evening shows at 8 p.m.

"Insiang" is a stirring drama about the transformation of a teenage girl from innocence to malevolence as she finds herself trapped by a life of poverty in the slums.

Abused by the very people she trusts, Insiang rises from destitution and takes revenge against her abusers.

Award-winning writer, director and actor, Mario O’Hara’s masterpiece was originally written for radio then developed as a teleplay for the TV series "Hilda" directed by Lino Brocka.

It was adapted by O’Hara into a screenplay for the 1976 Manila Film Festival, starring Hilda Koronel in the title role, with Mona Lisa, Ruel Vernal and Rez Cortez playing key roles.

The movie version became the first Filipino film to be shown at the Cannes Film Festival and went on to win plum awards for its director and leading actress Hilda Koronel.

Tanghalang Pilipino mounted the stage version in 2002 as part of its 16th theater season.

The cast includes Sheenly Vee Gener (Insiang), Ricky Davao (Dado), Mae Paner (Toyang), Mailes Kanapis (Pacing) and the Tanghalang Pilipino Actors Company.

"Insiang" is directed by Chris Millado. Hesus Bobot Lota designs the set with Joey Nombres and Jethro Joaquin doing lighting design and soundscape respectively.

The production also includes fight scenes choreographed by Jack Yabut.

Tickets are available at the Bright Eyed Boys and all Ticketworld outlets.