The Silent Soprano
White Skin, Brown Soul
In celebrating the centennial of the University of the Philippines, Dulaang UP, on its 32nd Theatre Season, stages Vince De Jesus and Ricardo “Batch” Saludo’s new musical “The Silent Soprano” under the direction of Alexander Cortez.
“The Silent Soprano” centers on a domestic helper Margie, whose golden voice captivates Hong Kong songwriter Ricky. But mesmerized though he may be by Margie's singing, big-time record producer George thumbs-down the idea of a Filipino maid singing Cantopop -- until he comes up with a daring scheme to sell her to the fans. The audacious plan catapults Margie to stardom, but she must follow George's draconian rules to keep her place at the top of the charts. Will she stay in her cage in exchange for fame and fortune, or will she break free and be herself at the cost of losing it all? The musical sweeps across the themes of identity, music, race, love and freedom in a world driven by money, media and manipulation. Will truth and the human heart triumph against the forces of discrimination, deception and commercialism? The tunes, trials and tribulations of “The Silent Soprano” mark a journey between disparate cultures, lands and souls to find one common core of humanity. “The Silent Soprano” will run from November 21 - December 9, 2007 at the Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero Theater, 2nd floor, Palma Hall, U.P. Diliman, Quezon City.
“The Silent Soprano” is presented by the Office of the UP President, Office of the UP Chancellor, Office for Initiatives in Culture and the Arts, National Commission for Culture and the Arts, and Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation.