A Musical for the Heart and Soul: HAPHOW Puts Filipino Values in the Spotlight
Premiering on May 28, 2025 at The Theatre at Solaire, HAPHOW is an all-original, Broadway-style Filipino musical that reimagines theater as more than entertainment, it’s a call to remember who we are and who we’re becoming.
The word HAPHOW is an acronym for six core values: Humility, Acceptance, Patience, Honesty, Open-Mindedness, and Willingness. These values are woven into a magical story set in the lush forest of Kalinaw, where a cast of colorful insect characters embark on personal journeys of growth, friendship, and courage. Along the way, they learn not just how to live with each other but how to live with purpose.
Leading the cast is acclaimed Filipino singer and stage actor Gerald Santos, portraying HAPHOW himself, a character symbolic of change, truth, and transformation. “We built HAPHOW to reflect the emotional and moral struggles, especially the youth are facing today,” says Ms. MJ Aspacio, the show’s director, playwright, and composer.
“The story is simple, but the message runs deep. We want audiences to walk out not only entertained, but inspired to live with more kindness, patience, and love for nature and one another.” At its core, HAPHOW is a celebration of the Filipino spirit: resilient, warm, and values-driven. It highlights not only the importance of character-building, but also the role of the arts in shaping the next generation.
The production is mounted by CityDanse Academy (CDA) Corp., with a mission to make quality, value-based performing arts accessible to families, schools, and communities. With future plans for a national tour and school-based performances, HAPHOW aims to become a staple for values education and Filipino cultural pride.
HAPHOW The Musical May 28, 2025 at 7PM The Theatre at Solaire
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