After a run that has thrilled, unsettled, and captivated audiences at the Doreen Black Box Theater, “Para Kay B” enters its final week of performances.
Co-produced by LA ProdHouse and Fire and Ice Live, this daring stage adaptation of Ricky Lee’s groundbreaking novel has become one of the year’s most defining events in Philippine theater.
Adapted for the stage by award-winning playwright Eljay Deldoc, “Para Kay B” takes audiences deep into the interwoven lives of five women — Bessie, Ester, Sandra, Irene and Erica — whose journeys in love expose brutal truths, biting humor and the fragility of our own illusions. Told through the lens of Lucas, a struggling writer grappling with the power of storytelling, the play strips away the fairy tale sheen of romance and reveals what we dare not admit:
“Sa bawat limang umiibig, isa lang ang magiging maligaya.”
From the moment the lights went up on opening night, the production has drawn standing ovations and impassioned word-of-mouth. Notable personalities have joined the chorus of praise:
“Tulad ng libro, ang talino, nakaka-aliw, at napaka-brutal sa pagka-honest sa usaping pag-ibig. Pakahusay ng cast!” — Ron Atianzar
“Saludo ako sa lahat ng gumanap, sumulat, nagdirek ng isang dukang napakayaman sa istorya….!” — Rams David
Audiences have described the experience as both devastating and liberating, a rare theatrical work that dares to confront the limits of love while celebrating its contradictions.
With only a handful of performances left, this is the last chance to witness “Para Kay B” before the curtain falls. It runs until September 28 at the Doreen Black Box Theater, Ateneo de Manila University.
“Para Kay B: A Stage Adaptation” is presented by L.A. ProdHouse and Fire and Ice LIVE!, in partnership with Tunog at Liwanag sa Teatro, Inc.
