The theater scene doesn’t just chill at a proscenium stage set-up. One of many births by the community’s new nourished ways, is staged readings. Which has become a staple in championing the writers for the stage. Especially to the young voices.
An exciting night of original local stories will be gathered again by Samalamig Cold Readings as they are officially back for its third season! Here is everything you need to know about their upcoming show, featuring special guest artists, fresh one-act plays, and ticket details.
Reb Atadero Returns to the Samalamig Stage
Theater fans, mark your calendars! Samalamig Cold Readings is back for the second show of its third season on September 2, 2026, at SinePop in Cubao. Additionally, veteran theater actor and social media educator Reb Atadero is returning as the featured guest reader. He previously joined the show back in May. Now, he is stepping back onto the SinePop stage for another exciting session.
Over his two-decade career, Reb has worked with top Philippine theater companies like The Sandbox Collective, 9 Works Theatrical, and Repertory Philippines. Plus, he earned a prestigious Gawad Buhay Award for his starring role in Tick, Tick… Boom!
An Exciting Lineup of Original One-Act Plays
In addition to Reb’s comeback, the event features a vibrant lineup of original short plays.
First, Act 1 highlights three distinct works:
- Kier Medina-Yonson’s coming-of-age drama Konting Saya at Konting Luha
- Laurence de Vera’s drama/thriller Bloodshed (‘O ang tamang panahon para magdanak ng dugo)
- and Ron Evangelista’s romance Transitory Affections.
Next, Act 2 spotlights Multong Mali, a fresh play by Carlos Palanca Hall of Famer Joshua Lim So. Meanwhile, this event continues to serve as a creative playground for both artists and fans. As a result, audiences get a rare chance to discover new original Filipino stories and read scripts alongside veteran performers.
Ticket Details and Event Information
If you want to join the fun, make sure to grab your passes early! Currently, Early Bird Tickets are available online for ₱800 through September 1, 2026.
However, if you decide to buy tickets on the day of the show, walk-in passes will be sold directly at the venue for ₱1,000. So, grab your tickets soon and enjoy a unique night of live Philippine theater!
Whether you are an aspiring playwright or a passionate theater enthusiast, Samalamig Cold Readings offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with original Philippine theater. Don’t miss out on this intimate evening of storytelling, collaboration, and community at SinePop!
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