Recap: NCT Dream’s The Dream Show 3: Dream( )scape in Manila

NCT Dream just made Czennies’ dreams come true last August 10 and 11 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena for their much-awaited concert titled “The Dream Show 3: Dream()scape” (also known as TDS3).

The K-pop boy group went all out for the two-day event—which was presented by Live Nation—and created the best memories with their Filipino fans. If you miss Dreamies as much as we do, here’s a recap of everything we love during day 1 of TDS3:

The world-class stage production

NCT Dream really said only the best for TDS3! The two-hour and a half production for the concert is definitely one of the best we’ve seen from all the K-pop concerts we’ve attended as it included an extended and elevated stage, huge LED screens, and special fire effects. But what blew everyone’s minds was the amazing laser light show that made the stage look even more explosive.

The fun setlist

You can always count on NCT Dream to release LSS-inducing songs that can either make you dance or uplift your spirit. TDS3 in Manila started with party anthems like “icantfeelanything,” “BOX,” “Go,” and “Poison” that showcased the members’ synergy while performing intricate choreographies.

Following the powerful tracks are songs like “Walk With You” and Never Goodbye” which were accompanied by a visual background on the LED screen to set the mood.

Next in the setlist are bops that earned so much love from Czennies. This includes crowd favorites such as “Hello Future,” “Broken Melodies,” “Better Than Gold,” and “Candy.” (In case you didn’t know, “Candy” is a remake of K-pop boy band H.O.T’s 1996 hit! Both H.O.T and NCT Dream are created by SM Entertainment.) Everyone was either hyped up or tearing up during this part as they sang along, since these tracks hold a special place in their hearts and have become their comfort songs.

NCT Dream ended their concert with “Dive Into You,” “ANL,” and “Like We Just Met” while closely interacting with their fans.

The members’ messages

NCT Dream has truly missed their Filipino fans after more than a year since TDS2. Members Mark, Jeno, Haechan, Jaemin, Chenle, and Jisung (we miss you, Renjun!) expressed their joy and gratitude for Czennies because of their continued support throughout the years by saying “Thank you, salamat po” and “Mahal kita, Manila.” On their social media accounts, Dreamies also shared their feelings about returning to the country: “Everyone~~~ Sobrang nag-enjoy kami ngayon, at mag-eenjoy ulit tayo bukas. Salamat sa araw n'yo.”

The fan projects

Czennies lit up the SM Mall of Asia Arena like *fireflies* with their Neobongs. It was stunning to see the Neo Pearl Champagne (their official fandom color) ocean along with the other fan projects. Prior to the encore, banners made by Czennies were highlighted on camera and some of the words that were written are: “PH Czennies will patiently wait until we meet 7DREAM,” “Thank you for being the best memory of my youth,” and “Renjun, see you again whenever you are ready.”

Text by Irene Lorenzana

Lead photo from @nct_dream and @livenationph