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<p>The calendar is stacked, and honestly, it’s giving something for every mood. Whether you’re in the mood for a K-pop fan frenzy, thought-provoking theater, neon-lit concerts, or a splurge-worthy Michelin dinner, this weekend’s lineup is doing the most (in the best way). Here’s what’s worth stepping out for:</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>1. Scream for Mingyu at his Manila fan event</strong><strong><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775718875163665990736_1368456391984480_3330564226575429217_n.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner"><em>Araneta City/Facebook</em></span></span></span></strong></div><p>Kim Mingyu brings the fan service to Manila with the #SNICKERSwithMINGYU event — expect games, appearances, and plenty of heart-fluttering moments with the K-pop star. If you’ve been following SEVENTEEN, this is your shot at seeing Mingyu up close. April 11 at Smart Araneta Coliseum.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>2. Catch ‘Endo’ as it hits the stage</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775719953633638212218_1718202482785022_1367305092851729137_n.jpg" style="width:300px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>The acclaimed indie film returns with a timely theatrical adaptation that reexamines labor, love, and survival in today’s gig economy. With Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Royce Cabrera leading alternating casts, this one leans emotional, intimate, and painfully relevant. April 10 to May 10 at PETA Theater Center, Quezon City.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>3. Revisit powerful women in ‘Miranda &amp; Yolanda’</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775719970753626458948_1606492840934363_1551493001429474566_n.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><p>The late Floy Quintos takes center stage again in this twin bill of Palanca-winning works, unpacking power, politics, and the inner lives of women. Anchored by Ana Abad Santos and Shamaine Buencamino, it’s a masterclass in performance and writing. April 11 to May 3 at Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater, Circuit Makati.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>4. Dive into bold storytelling at Control + Shift</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775719922112654467003_1332309795597780_6911125972719573864_n.jpg" style="width:300px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Philippine Educational Theater Association returns with its festival of fresh and restaged works tackling everything from student power dynamics to faith and survival. It’s scrappy, relevant, and exactly the kind of theater that sparks conversation after the curtain call. April 10 to 19 at PETA Theater Center, Quezon City.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>5. Glow up your night at Neon Music Fest</strong><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775719692692image.png" style="width:300px;display:block" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><p>Headlined by Zack Tabudlo, Dionela, and Al James, this neon-drenched music fest promises high energy, big crowd sing-alongs, and a full sensory overload (in a good way). Bonus: you can score tickets through mall purchases. April 11, 4 p.m., at SM City Fairview Open Parking.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>6. Indulge in a six-hands Michelin dinner</strong><strong><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17757190598473-straight Composite 1.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner"><em>Handout</em></span></span></span></strong></div><p>For one night only, three top chefs from Melco’s flagship restaurants come together for a luxe Cantonese tasting menu at “The Dragons’ Ascent.” It’s a splurge, sure — but also a rare chance to experience Michelin-level cooking without leaving Manila. April 11 at Crystal Dragon, City of Dreams Manila.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>7. Set sail with Ballet Philippines’ ‘Paglalakbay’</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775719631572647408926_1457866659350426_742457095236479042_n.jpg" style="width:300px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Ballet Philippines closes its season with a sweeping original ballet inspired by Austronesian migration. With choreography by Mikhail Martynyuk and visuals by Leeroy New, it’s as visually stunning as it is culturally rooted. April 10 to 12 at The Theatre at Solaire.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>8. Celebrate history in ‘Gregoria Lakambini</strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775719483789657524488_1360130926156298_1564707279598632454_n.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner"><em>Tanghalang Pilipino/Facebook</em></span></span></span></div><p>This Pinay pop musical shines a spotlight on Gregoria de Jesus, blending history with contemporary musical storytelling. Expect a stirring, proudly Filipino production. April 11 to 12 at Hyundai Hall, Areté, Ateneo de Manila University.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>9. Step into the world of ‘Emilia’</strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775719514990660423709_1448756230597485_197160972523197357_n.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner"><em>Tanghalang Ateneo/Facebook</em></span></span></span></div><p>Morgan Lloyd Malcolm’s feminist play gets a Filipino staging, reintroducing audiences to the woman behind Shakespeare’s legacy. Smart, sharp, and timely, this one’s for theater lovers who like their history with a bite. April 10 to 12, 17 to 19, 24 to 26 at Rizal Mini Theater, Ateneo de Manila University.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>10. Feel the fever with Bee Gees symphonic hits</strong></div><div><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775719249909654241352_1409221547906132_8718011832955074081_n.jpg" style="width:300px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong> Relive disco’s golden age as the Manila Symphony Orchestra teams up with international performers for a full orchestral take on Bee Gees classics. Think “Stayin’ Alive” — but grander, richer, and live. April 10 to 11 at Newport Performing Arts Theater, Newport World Manila.</div><div><br/></div><div><strong>11. Groove to vinyl and coffee at ‘Beats &amp; Beans’</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775736279537661015787_926378410099585_3479416148697405616_n.jpg" style="width:300px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Slow things down (or not) at this laid-back music pop-up where vinyl culture meets café vibes. Browse records, sip your favorite brew, and catch live DJ sets spinning everything from classics to fresh finds — perfect for crate diggers and casual listeners alike. April 11 to 12 at Corte, Ayala Malls The 30th.</p>

<p>Whether you’re in the mood for a K-pop fan frenzy, thought-provoking theater, neon-lit concerts, or a splurge-worthy Michelin dinner, this weekend’s lineup is doing the most (in the best way).</p>

Whether you’re in the mood for a K-pop fan frenzy, thought-provoking theater, neon-lit concerts, or a splurge-worthy Michelin dinner, this weekend’s lineup is doing the most (in the best way).

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Weekend Agenda: Mingyu, symphonic Bee Gees, ‘Endo’ and more

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Published April 10, 2026 08:00 AM PHT

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