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Gala Night: "The Bodyguard The Musical" at the New Proscenium Theater

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<p><strong>The Proscenium Theater</strong> has finally been unveiled, as <strong>Rockwell</strong>&#39;s debut production, <strong>9 Works Theatrical</strong>&#39;s staging of <em><strong>The Bodyguard: The Musical</strong></em>, held its gala night on September 25, 2025.&nbsp;</p><p>Guests dressed in glitz and glam ensembles, matching the high-octane production that befits the superstar that is<strong>&nbsp;Rachel Marron</strong>, the character famously portrayed by the iconic <strong>Whitney Houston</strong>, and is now brought to life by Grammy-nominated artist <strong>Christine Allado&nbsp;</strong>in Manila. Joining Christine are her fellow West End star <a href="https://metro.style/metro-style/people/2025/8/24/manila-s-the-bodyguard-the-musical-leading-man-get-to-know-west-end-star-matt-blaker-better-2137" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Matt Blaker&nbsp;</strong></a><strong></strong>as Frank Farmer, <strong>Sheena Palad</strong> as Nicki Marron; <strong>CJ Navato</strong> as Ray Court (also covering Frank Farmer); <strong>Tim Ya</strong><strong>p</strong> as Sy Spector; <strong>John Joven-Uy</strong> as Bill Devaney; <strong>Vien King</strong> as Agent Laney; <strong>Jasper Jimenez</strong> as Tony Scibelli; and <strong>Paji Arceo&nbsp;</strong>as Douglas, with <strong>Elian Santos</strong> and <strong>Giani Sarita</strong> alternating as Fletcher.&nbsp;</p><p>Completing the stellar lineup are <strong>Jasmine Fitzgerald&nbsp;</strong>(covering both Rachel and Nicki Marron), along with celebrated talents <strong>Radha</strong>, <strong>Fay Castro</strong>, <strong>Winchester Lopez</strong> (also Dance Captain), <strong>Carmelle Ros</strong>, <strong>Richardson Yadao</strong>, <strong>Iya Villanueva</strong>, <strong>Vyen Villanueva</strong>, <strong>Alex Aure</strong>, <strong>Julio Laforteza</strong>, <strong>Natalie Duque</strong>,<strong>&nbsp;PJ Rebullida</strong>, <strong>Lorenz Martinez</strong>, and <strong>Lani Ligot</strong>. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p>Based on the 1992 romantic thriller drama film, <em>The Bodyguard: The Musical&nbsp;</em>follows the story of actress-singer Rachel, who is threatened by a stalker. <em></em> A former Secret Service agent, Frank, is tapped to become her bodyguard. Whitney&#39;s songs help elevate the narrative, taking the audience on a nostalgic musical journey, one seamlessly woven number after another.</p><p>Celebrities and personalities headed to the Proscenium Theater to witness the world-class performance and experience the state-of-the-art features of the venue, which marks a new cultural landmark.&nbsp;</p><div><br></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 700px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758820499075the bodyguard the musical gala night_DSP00076.jpg" style="width: 700px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-inner">Metro Society Editor-in-Chief Raul Manzano</span></span></span></div><div><br></div><div><strong></strong><strong></strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 700px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758820529635the bodyguard the musical gala night_DSP00090.jpg" style="width: 700px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-inner">Donita Rose and Felson Palad</span></span></span></div><div><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 700px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758820583914the bodyguard the musical gala night_DSP00186.jpg" style="width: 700px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-inner">Catriona Gray</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 700px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758820611474the bodyguard the musical gala night_DSP00223.jpg" style="width: 700px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-inner">Sam Concepcion and Shanaia Gomez</span></span></span>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 700px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758820674695the bodyguard the musical gala night_DSP00063.jpg" style="width: 700px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-inner">Phoemela Baranda</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 700px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758820824418the bodyguard the musical gala night_DSP00163.jpg" style="width: 700px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-inner">Morgan Say and Janeena Chan</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 700px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758820910798the bodyguard the musical gala night_DSP00232.jpg" style="width: 700px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-inner">Carla Guevara Laforteza and Godfrey Laforteza</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 700px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758821033598the bodyguard the musical gala night_DSP00280.jpg" style="width: 700px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-inner">Chynna Mamawal</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 700px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758820997141the bodyguard the musical gala night_DSP00256.jpg" style="width: 700px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-inner">Nix Ala&ntilde;on and Rajo Laurel</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 700px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758821173142the bodyguard the musical gala night_DSP00117.jpg" style="width: 700px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-inner">Vina Morales</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width: 700px;"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1758821232563the bodyguard the musical gala night_DSP00107.jpg" style="width: 700px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-inner">Alexa Ilacad</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><p>Designed by internationally renowned architect Carlos Ott, the Proscenium Theater features a 780-seat main hall that is anchored by a 16&times;16-meter stage, proportioned for an ideal audience-to-stage connection. A fully automated fly line system allows for seamless scene changes, while the orchestra pit and versatile black box theater expand the possibilities for diverse programming. Another standout feature is the acoustic shell, crafted with precision to enhance natural sound projection so that music and dialogue carry with clarity and warmth to every corner of the hall. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p>Audiences can look forward to future concerts and productions that will showcase the theater&rsquo;s full acoustic capabilities, from symphonies to choral works. Meanwhile, be among the first to experience the Proscenium Theater as it opens its curtains for its inaugural show: &quot;The Bodyguard The Musical.&quot; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><div><strong><em>&quot;The Bodyguard The Musical&quot; opens on September 26, 2025 at the Proscenium Theater, Rockwell Center Makati. Tickets are now available at&nbsp;</em></strong><a href="https://premier.ticketworld.com.ph/shows/show.aspx?sh=TBGTM25" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><em>Ticketworld</em></strong></a><strong><em>. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</em></strong></div><div>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</div><p>Photos by&nbsp;<strong>Dane Soriano</strong></p><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div>

<p>Celebrities and personalities headed to the Proscenium Theater to witness the world-class performances in "The Bodyguard The Musical" and experience the state-of-the-art features of the venue, which marks a new cultural landmark.</p>

Celebrities and personalities headed to the Proscenium Theater to witness the world-class performances in "The Bodyguard The Musical" and experience the state-of-the-art features of the venue, which marks a new cultural landmark.

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Published September 26, 2025 01:35 AM PHT

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