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In1967 five actors, Zeneida “Bibot” Amador, Carmen “Baby” Barredo, Leo Martinez, and
Tony and Monica Mercado, fueled with passion and talent, set up Repertory Philippines
Foundation. The vision for the company was to create and develop an interest in culture
and the arts in the country; build a theater industry that would enable talented Filipinos—
actors, directors, producers, designers, technicians— to work at what they loved; and to
make theater-going a social habit in the Philippines.
Zenaida A. Amador
Zeneida A. Amador was its President and Artistic Director until her death in 2005 .
It is the only theater company that produces western plays – both modern and the
classics – non-stop throughout the year except for the summer months when attention turns
to Performing Arts workshops and their corresponding showcase productions.
At present REP has one regular season of three plays. Classics, comedies, dramas and
sometimes a small scale musical are a regular part of each season.
In line with this vision, Repertory Philippines Foundation, Inc., a professional theater company,
has for 51 years consistently produced plays and musicals of universal interest in English and
has set standards of artistry for both production and performance in the Philippines. From its
modest beginnings, it has become the most well-known and respected theater company in
the Philippines.
The roster of its productions include such titles as A Little Princess, Agnes Of God, and Beauty
and the Beast.
A Little Princess
If you grew up in the '90s, you may be familiar with
the Filipino film adaptation Sarah, ang Munting
Prinsesa starring Camille Prats or even the dubbed
anime series. The year-end musical production of A
Little Princess is a completely different experience as it
ends the company's 2016 season. The well-loved
musical written by Brian Crawley with music by
Andrew Lippa is directed by Dexter Santos.
Liesl Batucan
ASSOCIATE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR AND MANAGING DIRECTOR
Miguel Faustmann
DIRECTOR AT LARGE
Natalie Everett
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, RTYA
Gidget Tolentino
GENERAL MANAGER & CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
The combination of training and exposure to world class plays, has made Rep a breeding ground for
artists who have become multi-talented and disciplined seasoned performers such as Lea Salonga,
Junix Inocian, Monique Wilson and a host of others who have earned reputations of excellence both
here and abroad. This passion to train Filipino talent continues and Rep is committed to maintaining
this standard of excellence.
Junix
Inocian