School loyalty or family loyalty? Rivalry: Ateneo-La Salle The Musical review by Joy Wong

Excerpt from a review by Joy Wong: School loyalty or family loyalty?

Rivalry: Ateneo-La Salle The Musical has proven how creative and clever Filipinos are. Even if the setting of this musical is set on 1968…the rivalry between these two schools can still be seen on the television every time they face each other in the UAAP basketball game. If Filipinos can act, sing and dance well to foreign shows, they definitely can act, sing and dance way better to an original Filipino show such as this because this is what they are familiar to.

Building on the future of Philippine theater By Annie Alejo | Manila Bulletin

Excerpt from an insightful review by Annie Alejo: Building on the future of Philippine theater | Manila Bulletin

When asked about the future of local theater, Gatchalian minces no words.  “I don’t think that the local is gonna get anywhere… without your help, without the help of the audience.” For him, fear of failure aside, venturing into original productions—however costly—would be the best way to “expand the market.”

Rivalry! | karotitay.com

Excerpt from a review by Karrots Nazareno: Rivalry! | karotitay.com

As with any play, in the first 5- 10 minutes, it is the responsibility of the cast and crew to whisk you away to the era and inner personas of the characters. There will be cringing! But after a few, when the music sets in, and the kolehiyala Miriam girls start to sing about wanting to get ligaw by a La Sallista, that’s when the entertainment begins.

The play is set in 1968. This being the time of our Papas, Mamas, Titos and Titas, but you will find many a scene that you can relate to. #kilegmoments

Music is by Ed Gatchalian. I specifically enjoyed the numbers of kolehiyalas and the housewives. You will be delightfully surprised, I promise.

Rivalry: Ateneo-La Salle Musical Review by Jason Cruz

Excerpt from a review by Jason Cruz: Rivalry: Ateneo-La Salle Musical

The music, in my opinion, was excellent. I found my foot tapping to the beat, especially with some scenes featuring really upbeat music. The first two scenes did this well; the energy was maintained rather well, with comedic jabs at ‘the other school’ a prominent feature in the play. I thought that this accurately portrayed campus life even to this day, as my batch-mates and I have had our share of poking fun at ‘the other school’. The singing was top-notch, especially from the main Ateneo and La Salle leads, who were singing while engaging in physical exercise in one scene! I was impressed.

Rant and Rave: Ateneo-La Salle The Musical by Bettina Libre

Excerpt from a review by Bettina Libre: Rant and Rave: Ateneo-La Salle The Musical

The musical’s original sounds make it such a lovely play to listen to. The costumes are impressive, and despite the playful heckling and banters present in the musical, the play remains light. Both schools are presented with fair stereotypes—funny, but not insulting at the same time.  The play also had witty lines and a few surprises.

Catch Rivalry – The Musical at the Meralco Theater until March 11! by Flow Galindez

Excerpt from a review by Flow Galindez: Catch Rivalry – The Musical at the Meralco Theater until March 11!

Rivalry is something that not only La Sallites and Ateneans can relate, the story goes beyond the basketball court, it tackles family, brotherhood, and love that everyone will surely love and most of all the goal of reaching a certain dream and proving their worth in the society.

Rivalry : Ateneo and La Salle Musical Up Until March 11 by Jhesas Lheo | JuansLife.com

Excerpt from a review by Jhesas Lheo: Rivalry : Ateneo and La Salle Musical Up Until March 11 | JuansLife.com

After watching the show all I can say is WOW! That was amazing from the lights to the music and lyrics and from the main casts down to the chorus! It’s a musical filled with nakaka-LSS [last song syndrome] na songs and laugh-trip na banat or lines that will surely get you off your seats! Definitely all Blue Eagles and Green Archers and even students from other universities can relate to this promise! Rivalry is for everyone & everyjuan who loves sports, music and theater arts!

RIVALRY: The Musical about Ateneo & La Salle By Gerald Grana | Philippine Sports and Entertainment Portal

Excerpt from a review by Gerald Grana: RIVALRY: The Musical about Ateneo & La Salle | Philippine Sports and Entertainment Portal

The “ rivalry ” between Ateneo and La Salle, or between La Salle and Ateneo has been on  going as far as everyone can remember. How this all began, no one can really say. Name any field of competition, and the electricity of this rivalry sizzles, permeates and explodes.

This is most evident in every basketball game between these two schools during the NCAA and in the UAAP Tournaments.

But to transport this “competition” as a musical theater production is a rare feat.

RIVALRY — Ateneo-La Salle The Musical by Lawrence Villegas

Excerpt from a review by Lawrence Villegas: RIVALRY — Ateneo-La Salle The Musical

What’s inspiring about the show is that it reaches out to a new audience for theater — avid NCAA fans, especially of the two schools — who should definitely come and watch the show. Although I admit (as a gay guy and as a theater fanatic) seeing basketball games played onstage made me cringe, I know it will be interesting to theater newbies who love watching the sport.

‘Rivalry’ By Amelia H.C. Ylagan | Business World

Excerpt from a review by Amelia H.C. Ylagan: ‘Rivalry’ | Business World

Lyricist Joel Trinidad clearly conveyed the intent of “Rivalry” as he expertly dribbled lines and shot messages from center and sides, gliding upon the catchy melodies composed and arranged by Ed Gatchalian. Director Jaime de Mundo expertly managed and coached the excellent actors and efficient production teams. Surely, “Rivalry” can proudly vie for championship over other recent local theater offerings.