Asia’s grandest dog show set to take place at Smart Araneta Coliseum

 

From January 9-13, the Smart Araneta Coliseum will host Asia’s biggest dog show, the Philippine Circuit 2025.

This year’s event brings the debut of the first-ever National Grooming Team Competition, a groundbreaking addition elevating the Philippines’ status in the global grooming arena. Alongside this competition, 17 world-class judges will oversee the All-Breed Championship Dog Shows, featuring 96 breeds and 7,560 entries across 12 shows.

The event boasts impressive numbers, with daily entries reaching 1,890 and top breeds like the French Bulldog, Golden Retriever, and Pomeranian among the highlights.

Get your tickets for as low as P100. To get your tickets please visit this link, https://www.ticketnet.com.ph/event-detail/PHILIPPINE-CIRCUIT-2025

Illusion and Magic on Ice at the Smart Araneta Coliseum this Christmas

Steve Wheeler's Magic on Ice Live at the Smart Araneta Coliseum 

This Christmas will surely be a season made of pure delight! Smart Araneta Coliseum brings the world-renowned ice skating illusion spectacular show "Magic On Ice" to Manila. Christmas this year will not only be exciting but also a memorable one because from December 25, 2018 (yes, that would be exactly on Christmas Day) to January 1, 2019, this extravagant show will turn the Big Dome into one magical venue where Filipino kids and those kids-at-heart will gather to witness breathtaking stunts, grand illusions and the elegance and beauty of ice skating all under one roof. 

Steve Wheeler bring in a cast of 21 to perform for Magic On Ice at the Smart Araneta Coliseum

Conceptualized and created by Steve Wheeler, "Magic On Ice"boasts of a remarkable production design as well as one-of-a-kind performances for the entire family. The show is highly recommended to anyone who enjoys little enchantment. Steve Wheeler's Magic On Ice's creative team are from the same people that has brought you awesome past production shows such as "Le Reve," Cirque du Soleil's "Mystere"and Ö,"the 2006 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony as well as certain concerts of singers Prince, Sting and Madonna. 

Steve Wheeler with some cast members

"Magic On Ice" has won the hearts of millions of audiences around the globe (across all ages) from different continents including the United States, the Middle East, and in most parts of Asia. The show has also toured and entertained audiences from over 200 cities around the world including key cities like Las Vegas, New York, Germany, Mexico, Korea and Abu Dhabi. 

Magic On Ice ticket prices

Make sure your Christmas will be an unforgettable one for the entire family by watching this spectacular and spell-binding show,  "Magic On Ice." Expect astounding performances from the cast which includes former Olympian skating champions and other professional ice skaters. Be ready to be enthralled as the entire cast will be showing their dexterity involved in different tricks. Personally, I'd recommend this show for all ages. You'll be getting your money's worth, you'll be entertained and will be in awe on each performance. Tickets are also very reasonably priced. 

Here's a teaser of what to expect on the "Magic On Ice." This video was taken from Carlo Tecson's post on Facebook. Watch this:

Steve Wheeler explains how long they have trained for each performance

"Magic On Ice"is an experience of a lifetime you guys shouldn't miss. For as long as P190 (General Admission) to VIP seats at P2,335, get your tickets now via Ticketnet counters or www.ticketnet.com.ph. Call 911-5555 for more information. 

Here's an amateur video I took of Steve Wheeler as he invites everyone to come and watch his spectacular show:

Here's a piece of good news for Mastercard Credit and Debit card holders: Mastercard Credit and Debit card holders can avail of 20% discount at all Ticketnet outlets and the box office at the yellow gate of the Smart Araneta Coliseum, Online ticket buyers at www.ticketnet.com.ph may use the promo code MCMOI2018 to avail of the discount.

We were blessed to have that opportunity to meet Steve Wheeler himself so we asked our friend, Carlo to take our photo. 

Purple Plum Fairy with Steve Wheeler and Leony Garcia of Business Mirror. photo credit by Carlo Tecson

Disney On Ice: Dare to Dream Takes You on Exciting Adventure withMagical Moments from Disney’s Newest Fairytales and Timeless Classics

Feld Entertainment’s newest Disney On Ice production is another must-see presentation this holiday season. The much-awaited Disney on Ice season is back at the Smart Araneta Coliseum from December 25 to January 4! Join Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald and Goofy as they go along with Disney's well-loved princesses on their adventures to fulfill their dreams. Disney's Dare to Dream features a spectacular celebration of royal proportions. 

Feld Entertainment combines the contemporary stories of two modern-day princesses, Rapunzel from Tangled and Tiana from The Princess and The Frog along with the classic elegance of Cinderella and Snow White. Dare to Dream will surely bring audiences away via exciting journeys where dreams really do come true. 

Lani Misalucha La Nightingale Concert at Smart Araneta Coliseum

The Asia's Nightingale, Lani Misalucha is back in town! It's been a long while since Misalucha had a concert at the Big Dome. "I've missed performing for the Filipino audience," said Misalucha during a Skype interview. As a gift to her fans, Misalucha will be having another concert called La Nightingale to be held on December 6, 2014 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. "The concept is very exciting. Since not everyone can't see me perform in Las Vegas (where Misalucha had been based for so many years), we might as well bring some kind of what I've done in Las Vegas here as a treat to all the Filipinos who will come and watch the show," Misalucha enthuses. "Of course, I will still be doing some of the songs which had made me who I am today, you know some of the most requested songs of mine, but I'm gonna be doing something different. It will be another night ti remember because it promises to be lots of fun."

My Disney On Ice Treasure Trove Adventure at Smart Araneta Center

I I grew up looking forward to Christmas because I knew that aside from opening my toy presents, my family and I would be watching Disney On Ice where I'd get to see my favorite Disney characters live! That's why I got so excited when I was given the chance to see Feld Entertainment's Disney On Ice Treasure Trove now that I am an adult on a special show (one day before their first show) for charity with Araneta Center's beneficiaries/organizations such as the J. Amado Araneta Foundation and Hero Foundation. For me, it's like Santa must've heard my secret wish, for it was truly a great Christmas present for me, my mom and my son, Kyle. 

True enough, Disney On Ice Treasure Trove is such a spectacular show with amazing ice skating from the world's best skaters. And just as I remembered in my childhood, from that old formula that everything Disney had always been known for--Disney On Ice Treasure Trove is just as awesome, jaw-dropping and dazzling as I had always remembered it to be. Seeing the show brought back that sense of magic in me + a whole lot of childhood memories. It's great to see my favorite Disney princesses come to life such as Belle from Beauty and the Beast, Ariel of The Little Mermaid, Snow White, Princess Aurora (Sleeping Beauty), Cinderella, Alice (Alice in Wonderland), and Princess Jasmine (Aladdin). They were joined by new ones like Meridia, Tiana (Frog Princess), Mulan, Rapunzel (Tangled) and side kicks like Sebastian (The Little Mermaid), Pumba, Rafiki, Timon (from The Lion King).

See how Disney characters headed by the famous Mickey Mouse charm the audiences with his antics and how values are translated into their live performance. The production features well-loved and familiar Disney classic songs that everyone can easily relate to, with empowering lyrics, energetic choreography, fantastic sets and costumes and stories that appeals to all ages, thereby making Disney On Ice Treasure Trove a must-see show. Personally speaking, I truly marvel at Disney On Ice Treasure Trove. 

I know not much of figure skating, but I do know that the skaters were really good because they were able to do more complex figure skating techniques similar to ballet's arabesque. They freely but gracefully spin despite being in sometimes difficult costume. But nevertheless, world-class. Hence, viewers will be getting more than what they've paid for. My Mom, who's already 56, still had her "Oohs and Aaahs" moments throughout the show. No doubt about it, she had totally enjoyed Disney On Ice Treasure Trove at her age. Clearly, only Disney On Ice can do such a thing. 

Kids and those kids-at-heart will surely enjoy seeing Princess Jasmine and Aladdin ride the Magic Carpet, Genie coming out of the magical lamp, Tangled's Rapunzel light up the paper lanterns, and Captain Hook's Crocodile chase scene. They will also be delighted to see the huge elephant during Aladdin's number, Peter Pan and Tinkerbell as they fly up in the air as well as Tinkerbell's pixie dusts and the colorful world Under the Sea during Sebastian's number. Whew! There's actually a lot more to share. One thing I can guarantee you is that there will be no dull moment during the show. It would really be best for you to see them yourself because there's nothing like seeing Disney On Ice Treasure Trove--a live celebration of Disney's Animated gems. After all, nothing beats a first hand experience, right? I only have good words for the Disney On Ice Treasure Trove cast and crew. Kudos to everyone for such a great show! I highly recommend the show to everyone, I'm giving it two thumbs up! 

I later saw all the kids as we made our way out by the gates of the Smart Araneta Coliseum, and I knew they were all very happy after seeing Disney On Ice. It may not be much to help these kids from the charities supported by Araneta Center, but based on the kids' wide smiles, laughter and stories they had about the show--Disney On Ice Treasure Trove and Araneta Center truly made them happy that day--the kind of happiness that they will always cherish and becomes a part of their childhood memories just as it did in mine. 

The best part of seeing Disney On Ice Treasure Trove is that part of its proceeds will go to Sagip Kapamilya, an ABS-CBN Foundation. So it's like hitting two birds with one stone: seeing the show will definitely entertain you + you'll also be helping others as well. 

Disney On Ice Treasure Trove will be shown starting December 25 until January 5, 2014 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Tickets are available at all Ticketnet outlets and Araneta Coliseum Ticket booths. You may also buy your tickets online via www.ticketnet.com.ph

Catch Disney On IceTreasure Trove while you can, I assure you, it'll be worth it because you and the kids will surely love it! 

Ticket prices are as follows:

Patron VIP Php1,920

Patron Php 1,730

Upper Box A Premium Php1,385

Upper Box A Regular Php950

Upper Box B Premium Php600

Upper Box B Regular Php450

General Admission Php150

Purple Plum Fairy wishes to thank Araneta Center for the tickets, special thanks to Tin Romero and Jen Maslang.