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Paulo Gumabao

Josh Mercado

<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1753433795414combo-3 1.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Paulo Gumabao during rehearsals for &#x27;Walong Libong Piso.&#x27;"/>Paulo Gumabao during rehearsals for &#x27;Walong Libong Piso.&#x27;</div>Theater has always been an artistic expression, from unfiltered words penned to convey messages to uncensored displays of human bodies to communicate genuine feelings. Not only that, theater has become a home for many who see art in the same way they see reality.When a stage play contains sensuality, actors who take their roles seriously will take audiences on an actual journey – boldly, passionately, and creatively.Paolo Gumabao, who is now promoting his theatrical debut &quot;Walong Libong Piso,&quot; directed by Dante Balboa and produced by Bentria Productions, spoke with ABS-CBN News about how he has always been comfortable displaying skin.“Showing skin has never been a problem for me as long as I am physically fit. There is no problem with showing skin,” he confidently said.Gumabao told ABS-CBN News that he is currently focusing on his rehearsals and hard training routines for his role in the stage play.“Aside from going to the gym consistently, [there is] a lot of homework and reading,” he added.Gumabao went on to discuss how playing a role in the theater has always been a goal of his.“I believe that theatre is the best teacher for actors because the discipline is on a whole other level,” he shared with ABS-CBN News.He added, “To be honest, I&#x27;m not a very confident person, but completing this play needs to change that. I guess what I&#x27;m trying to say is that my confidence boost will be determined by how much I prepare; arriving to the set/stage &#x27;prepared&#x27; will enhance my confidence.”When asked to answer to the assumption that men&#x27;s bodies, especially in art, sell, he quickly replied, “Yes. I agree.”&quot;Walong Libong Piso&quot; is a one-character psychological play that delves under the surface to reveal the intricacies of human desire, sexuality, and the cost of fame.It is also a play on sexual problems, such as hypersexuality. It&#x27;s not only a sensual drama, but a meditation on identity, morality, and survival.Tickets for the August 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, and 16 shows at Teatrino Promenade in Greenhills, San Juan are available at Ticket World.

Paolo Gumabao is baring it all — literally — for his stage debut ‘Walong Libong Piso.’

Paolo Gumabao is baring it all — literally — for his stage debut ‘Walong Libong Piso.’

Paolo Gumabao on going nude for stage play: ‘Showing skin has never been a problem’

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Paolo Gumabao on going nude for stage play: ‘Showing skin has never been a problem’

Josh Mercado

Published Jul 25, 2025 04:58 PM PHT

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