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10 things to do this weekend: August 5-7

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<p>MANILA -- No plans for the weekend? Here are some events you might be interested in.</p><div><strong>1. 12th Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival</strong></div><iframe allowtransparency="true" frameBorder="0" height="210" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FCinemalaya%2Fphotos%2Fa.758588170903576.1073741827.758586100903783%2F1024120871016970%2F%3Ftype%3D3&amp;width=500" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" width="500"></iframe><p>When: August 5 to 14<br/>Where: CCP</p><p>With the theme “Break the Surface,” this year&#x27;s Cinemalaya features 19 new digital independent films that will be competing for the full-length feature and short feature categories.</p><p>Apart from the main competition, Cinemalaya will also hold Festival’s Best, Asian Showcase, Cinemalaya Documentaries, Tribute to Francis Pasion, and Cinemalaya Institute showcase.</p><div><strong>2. Call for auditions</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img src="http://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/news-special1/lifestyle/8/5/week2-080516.jpg"/></figure></div><p>When: August 5 to 7<br/>Where: CCP&#x27;s Bulwagang Amado Hernandez</p><p>Aspiring young actors and actresses can finally fulfill their dream of starring in a theater production by joining the cast of “The Wong Kids in The Secret of the Space Chupacabra Go!”</p><p>For the roles of Violet (female lead) and Bruce (male lead), actors must be Asian and 18 to 35 years of age. The roles of Mr. Stinson and Great Prognosticator and Gimbop (male), Captain Mars/Bandersnatch/Qweegwin (male), Nobody and Gyoza (female), and Imperious Canute (male) require actors aged 18 years and above.</p><p>An expertise in singing and dancing is required in all the roles. Applicants are also advised to bring their resume with headshot, and prepare an upbeat English song.</p><p>For inquiries, contact the CCP Production and Exhibition Department at 832-1125 local 1606 to 1607, and Tanghalang Pilipino at 832-1125 local 1620 to 1621.</p><div><strong>3. Iron Man 70.3</strong></div><p>When: August 7<br/>Where: The Mactan Newtown</p><p>In anticipation of the Iron Man 70.3 Asia-Pacific Championship, The Mactan Newtown will be holding various activities starting August 5.</p><p>They will hold an all-day live roasting of lechon on Friday at the 500-seater Mactan Alfresco. This will be joined by the Alfresco&#x27;s mainstays, Ayers Lechon, Cebu Lechon Belly and Ana’s Lechon.</p><p>Live cultural performances will also be held 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.</p><div><strong>4. Hit movies on TV Plus</strong></div><p>When: Aug 6 to 7</p><p>This weekend, ABS-CBN will be showcasing various blockbuster hits including the John Lloyd-Jennylyn starrer “Just The 3 of Us.”</p><p>This is available on digital TV (ABS-CBN TVplus), mobile (iWant TV), cable (SKYcable), and video-on-demand (SKY On Demand).</p><p>To activate subscription to Super KBO on ABS-CBN TVplus, text SUPERKBO99 J3U <tvplus box="" id=""> and send to 2131 using ABS-CBNmobile prepaid or postpaid.</tvplus></p><p>ABS-CBNmobile subscribers, on the other hand, may also watch it conveniently anywhere on their mobile phones for seven days by texting SUPERKBO99 J3U to 2131.</p><div><strong>5. MOR Pinoy Music Awards</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img src="http://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/news-special1/lifestyle/8/5/week3-080516.jpg"/></figure></div><p>When: August 7<br/>Where: Kia Theater</p><p>To promote Original Pinoy Music, Kapamilya FM radio station MOR 101.9 will recognize Filipino music on Sunday.</p><p>Apart from the awarding ceremony, singers Erik Santos, Yeng Constantino, Daryl Ong, Jason Dy, Bugoy Drilon, Rayver Cruz, Kaye Cal, Morissette Amon, and Jona will also be performing.</p><p>For updates, visit <a href="www.facebook.com/MOR1019" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/MOR1019</a> or follow @MOR1019 on Twitter.</p><div><strong>6. All-Star Basketball Fair</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img src="http://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/news-special1/lifestyle/8/5/week4-080516.jpg"/></figure></div><p>When: August 6<br/>Where: Gateway Food Park, Araneta Center</p><p>Get a chance to meet PBA heartthrobs Terrence Romeo, the Semerad Twins, and more at the &quot;Rockeoke with PBA stars at the All-Star Basketball Fair.&quot;</p><p>You can also avail of basketball souvenirs and paraphernalia signed by your favorite PBA stars.</p><p>For tickets, visit <a href="www.ticketnet.ph" target="_blank">www.ticketnet.ph</a> or call 911-5555. To know more about upcoming events at Araneta Center, follow its social media accounts at<a href="www.facebook.com/AranetaCenter" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/AranetaCenter</a> on Facebook, @AranetaCenter on Twitter, and @thearanetacenter on Instagram.</p><div><strong>7. A Musical Rendezvous with Basti Artadi</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img src="http://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/news-special1/lifestyle/8/5/week1-080516.jpg"/></figure></div><p>When: August 6<br/>Where: Shangri-La Plaza, East Atrium</p><p>In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Shangri-La Plaza presents &quot;A Musical Rendezvous&quot; with multi-awarded vocalist Basti Artadi.</p><p>This treat will also pay tribute to the 10th anniversary of the Silent Film Festival. Artadi will be scoring the German Silent Film from the Goethe Institut Der Balletterzherzog.</p><p>For inquiries, call 370-2597/98 or visit <a href="www.facebook.com/shangrilaplazaofficialfanpage" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/shangrilaplazaofficialfanpage</a>. Follow Shang on Instagram: @shangrilaplazaofficial.</p><div><strong>8. LOVE/SICK</strong></div><iframe allowtransparency="true" frameBorder="0" height="769" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fupstart.prod%2Fposts%2F1787573781383164&amp;width=500" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" width="500"></iframe><p>When: August 5 to 20<br/>Where: Mind Museum Auditorium</p><p>Upstart Prod will be staging John Cariani&#x27;s bittersweet comedy, &quot;LOVE/SICK.&quot;</p><p>The show stars Rachel Alejandro, Teenee Chan, Mica Pineda, Noel Rayos, Bibo Reyes, Onyl Torres, Joel Trinidad and and Nicky Triviño.</p><p>For tickets, contact 0917 811-6156.</p><div><strong>9. Tribes</strong></div><figure class="op-interactive"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="350" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/GVkLwVPPxfs" width="510"></iframe></figure><br/>When: August 5 to September 4<br/>Where: Power Mac Centre Spotlight theater in Circuit Makati<p>&quot;Tribes&quot; is a thoughtful yet funny portrayal of how one family navigates the fact that their son Billy is deaf.</p><p>Tickets are available at ticketworld.com.ph.</p><div><strong>10. All About Choux</strong></div><iframe allowtransparency="true" frameBorder="0" height="651" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FHYATTCityOfDreamsManila%2Fposts%2F1051333408287200&amp;width=500" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" width="500"></iframe><p>When: August 6<br/>Where: Hyatt City of Dreams Manila</p><p>&quot;All About Choux&quot; is a baking class that features pastry tasting, a dinner buffet, recipe booklet, and a Hyatt baking class certificate.</p><p>Call 691-1234 extension 1162 to reserve a slot.</p>