Opening a New Kind of Awareness with Roses For Ben


Imagine having everything you ever wanted - A high-paying job, a loving and supportive relationship and a great support group but there is a catch - You become HIV Positive. Will your life ever be the same?

That is the story of Ben, the main character for Roses for Ben that will be opening this June 15. I had a chance see a preview and meet the cast of this one of a kind musical that tackles HIV awareness last Saturday at Artist Playground Arts and Performances. They have partnered with Red Whistle and Twelfth Studios to present this new original OPM Musical in lieu for the Gay Pride Month 2019.

Rayne Jarabo, a young communication arts student from the University of Sto. Tomas wrote the book and lyrics for 'Roses For Ben' with Musical direction of Jesse Lucas, Assistant Musical Direction by Arnold Bascal, Choreography by Lezlie Dailisan and direction by Roeder Camanag.

As a millenial, I do have some friends and have interactions with those that have HIV and they have told me their struggle. But just like the musical, they have told me that its not all gloomy and dark if you have a great support group. And this is what the musical is aiming to gain with its viewers - To open their eyes on the reality that having HIV doesn't mean its the end of everything.

There will also be a special segment after the performance according to Roeder about HIV. They are also aiming to have the musical go on a tour to be able to spread awareness even to the grassroots and perform their musical there.

If you guys are interested this is the schedule of performances:

June 15 & 22 (Saturday) 7 PM
June 16 & 23 (Sunday) 7 PM

They will have these performances at Arts Above, 112 West Avenue Quezon City.

I will make a separate post about Arts Above soon guys. I definitely love the place!

Honestly its been a while since I have seen a musical. I am excited to let you guys know more about it because this is one activity I won't decline seeing anytime soon.

Much Love!
xx Alice

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