“Manalo shows himself the true star of these proceedings, with a detailed performance demonstrating how well he has a handle on his character from start to finish.”

Central to the extraordinariness of this production is Skyzx Labastilla’s performance as the Girl from her own conception until the end, playing even the key players in the Girl’s life

“Ayesa’s rock star voice injected some new blood into these old karaoke fares making the music the true star of the show.”

The cast has a comedic rapport that keeps to the nature of the show’s unburdened cheerfulness.

“…the show’s two actors are a riveting pair that you’re taken in by their performances…”

“Lauchengco-Yulo’s captivating performance makes Hnath’s words a piece of female empowerment, radical though it may be”

“Director Kanakan Balintagos felt it crucial to cast white actors in white roles for the Philippine production. Visually, it makes sense, as a homogeneous cast might have diluted the potency of the West vs East dichotomy.”