NewsPHOTO EXCLUSIVE: "Welcome to Manila!" In Rehearsal With Philippines Tarzan Star Dan DomenechBroadway's Dan Domenech (Rock of Ages) has taken a journey across the globe to star in the upcoming Manila production of Disney's Tarzan, beginning June 14. He shares some early photos of his experience.
By
Matthew Blank
June 04, 2013
"How exciting it is to be in Manila with Disney's Tarzan," said Domenech. "Eight weeks of fun, family and a lot of monkey business! My journey started from NY, passed through Los Angeles, stopped in Tokyo and landed in Manila."
"A trip that has proven to be more than worth the distance traveled. At the time of this writing, we've finished staging the entire show and are just days away from tech week. It's all going by so fast, so here are a few things I've seen so far!"
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PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: "Welcome to Manila!" In Rehearsal With Philippines Tarzan Star Dan Domenech
PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: "Welcome to Manila!" In Rehearsal With Philippines Tarzan Star Dan Domenech
Broadway's Dan Domenech (Rock of Ages) has taken a journey across the globe to star in the upcoming Manila production of Disney's Tarzan, beginning June 14. He shares some early photos of his experience. More photos to come once the show is up onstage! Read the Playbill.com story.
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On the way to rehearsals, you see a lot of these vehicles called "Jeepneys." Always crowded and always decorated like nothing I've ever seen! 8 Philippine Pesos and you're on your way!
Dan Domenech
Finally at the rehearsal studio! A 15 minute trip that really takes 45 because of the Los Angeles style traffic!
Dan Domenech
We've got a lot of work ahead of us. 4 weeks of non stop creativity!
Dan Domenech
Eric Pineda’s costumes. That top left one is Tarzan! They outfit him in a traditional Filipino Bahag.
Dan Domenech
Monkey makeup is serious business
Dan Domenech
This is so we can see exactly what to expect on stage at any given scene.
Dan Domenech
LUNCH TIME! My welcome lunch. Just the first experience of wonderful Filipino hospitality.
Dan Domenech
Every good studio needs a kitchen to hang out in!
Dan Domenech
Our first read through.
Dan Domenech
"Son of Man," right before my swinging entrance!
Dan Domenech
Tarzan and Jane (Rachelle Ann Go) saying hi to a friend back in the States!
Dan Domenech
My mother Kala goes all MMA on a leopard. Played by Ima Castro
Dan Domenech
TERK! Played by Jeffrey Hidalgo
Dan Domenech
Gotta use it or you'll lose it!
Dan Domenech
Our fearless leaders! Director Chari Arespacochaga in the green and Choreographer Cecile Martinez in blue.
Dan Domenech
The leopard isn't a bad guy after all. We're bros.
Dan Domenech
Can't visit the Philippines without trying the Balut!
Dan Domenech
"Give me your best monkey face!" This was the result.
Dan Domenech
KERCHAK is played by Calvin Millado. You have to be on your toes around this guy.
Dan Domenech
Sometimes an ape splits his shorts.
Dan Domenech
Terk and Kala having a moment.
Dan Domenech
Costume approval time!
Dan Domenech
I kept saying he looks like a “Walis.” (A broom)
Dan Domenech
Showing the boys my casual gaming skills (notice one is buried under the other 3)
Dan Domenech
Nice view to start and end the day with! Hello Manila! Stay tuned for more once we get the show up onstage!
Viva Atlantis Theatricals’ production of Disney’s Tarzan comes to Manila this month at the Meralco Theatre. Based on the smash hit animated film and Edgar Rice Burrough’s classic novel, the show "tells the story of a baby taken in and raised by a tribe of gorillas in West Africa. As Tarzan grows up, loved and cared for by his adoptive mother, Kala, he desires to gain acceptance from his father, Kerchak as he struggles with his uniqueness. Soon he meets Jane and their worlds are changed forever. Tarzan must decide to accept his identity and choose who his family is."
This well loved tale of high flying jungle adventures has been reimagined for the stage with a book by David Henry Hwang and the award winning songs of Phil Collins.
Swinging into Manila from New York is Dan Domenech. Last seen on Broadway as Drew in Rock of Ages, Domenech has also appeared on the hit musical TV series "Glee." Multi-awarded recording artist, TV host and actress, Rachelle Ann Go plays the role of Jane.
The production is helmed by Chari Arespacochaga with choreography by Cecile Martinez. Tarzan runs at the Meralco Theater from June 14 – July 7, 2013. For details, visit vivaatlantistheatricals.com.
English Bernhardt, Jasmine Rogers, Nadina Hassan, Morgan Ashley Bryant, Lindsay Heather Pearce, and more star in the musical based on the film of the same name.
