We’re delighted to share the twenty-sixth issue of the Helix Events Newsletter. Our goal is to share a diverse collection of events each week from a wide spectrum of communities and cultures across the Philippines. We aim to support event organizers and provide the community with an amazing way to discover great events.

Included each week:

• Main Stage feature of a particularly awesome upcoming event

• Highlights of interesting events each week

• Events Powered by HelixPay to show our ticketing services in action

• Spotlight features a leading personality of the events community

• Big Brain Moment Trivia and data about Filipino events & culture

Let us know what you think on our Facebook Page: Helix Events. We want this to be a collaboration with the events community. You can also see a full list of events in the Philippines at helixevents.asia.

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Don't miss out on these unforgettable events that celebrate the arts, culture, and creativity.

MAIN STAGE

RAMA, HARI
Experience the highly anticipated return of RAMA, HARI, the critically acclaimed and beloved Filipino rock opera ballet, this month. Immerse yourself in this extraordinary production that showcases the collective genius of five esteemed National Artists. Prepare to be mesmerized as they breathe new life into the timeless tale of Ramayana, weaving together a tapestry of mesmerizing music, awe-inspiring choreography, and breathtaking design. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the magic unfold on stage.

HIGHLIGHTS

1. Ka-ja Korean Film Festival 2023
Don't miss your chance to explore Korea through the lens of these extraordinary films at the 2023 Korean Film Festival (KFF) this coming weekend. Proudly presented by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC), in partnership with KOFIC, FDCP, SM Cinema, and KTO. Immerse yourself in 7 captivating Korean films that showcase the beauty of Korea's landscapes, from bustling cities to serene countryside.

2. Curating Around Islands
Immerse yourself in an exploration of island intersections, contemporary art, and curatorship. Three distinct curatorial projects, "Following the Lumba-Lumba," "Ring of Fire," and "Clouds and Portals," offer fresh perspectives on localities and plural sites, inviting you on a lively journey of dialogues, traversals, and histories. Don't miss this vibrant reflection on possible futures.

3. Solidarity Bike Ride
Come together, create art, and enjoy good food. Discover the world of Riso printing in this exciting workshop. Create your own unique Risograph artworks and enjoy a Shake Shack meal along with exclusive goodies.

4. September Fever Music Talks and Festival
Come be a part of this weekend's 2 days of festivities in Cebu for the sixth edition of September Fever, presented by The Rest Is Noise. On September 22, we're introducing a Music Talks program with a roundtable discussion on DIY approaches in music marketing, branding, PR, media pitching, local touring, and music production, curated by us in collaboration with festival director Karl Lucente. On the 23rd, catch live performances from local music acts from across the country.

5. South Trading Post: Vintage Flee Market
Explore the South's exclusive flea market, showcasing a curated array of vendors offering vintage fashion, artisanal treasures, local boutiques, antiques, and countless unique finds.

Events Powered by HelixPay

The KoolPals Live Recording
The Pod Network Live Events bring podcasting to life in a whole new way. Imagine being in the same room as your favorite podcast hosts and fellow fans. It's an immersive experience that goes beyond your earbuds.

September 25
Elias Wicked Ales & Spirits, Quezon City

Off Menu Philippines 2023 by Tatler Dining
Off Menu by Tatler Dining is back. This food festival brings the Philippines a one-of-a-kind culinary experience where innovation knows no bounds.

September 29 - 30
Shangri-La The Fort, Taguig City

ForceBook 1st Fan Meeting in Manila
Get ready to join a fierce fox and his adorable mochi for the adventure of a lifetime! Prepare to experience an evening with the close friends that will leave you smiling from ear to ear with ForceBook 1st Fan Meeting in Manila!

October 1
SM North EDSA Sky Dome, Quezon City

 SPOTLIGHT

Each week we will feature an interesting leader of the Filipino events community - from producers to choreographers to venue operators to performers & more. There are so many amazing personalities and creators and we are excited to share these stories!

Name: Cris Cao

Role: Production Associate and Coordinator at Project 8 and Ang Walang Kwentang Podcast (AWKP)

Describe your role: In one word: coordination. My role is to make sure everything in the production goes smoothly and the concerns and needs of everyone will be addressed. As Direk JP always says, “Communication is key!”

For my role, that is the best way to manage everything!

Favorite part of your job: Telling stories! As a filmmaker, my ultimate goal in life is to tell stories through camera and art. It may sound cliché, but the most fulfilling part of my job is when audiences create their own perspectives and interpret my story, my creation, my film, in relation to their own lives.

Best performance you ever had and why?
Definitely my lock-in shoot in Korea last August! Everything went fast, and I wasn't expecting that I would get to go to Korea, experience Korea, and do what I love, which is telling stories with the film we shot. It's fascinating to be checking off items from my bucket list at a very unexpected time and in an unexpected way.

Any upcoming events you're excited for and why?
The coming months, some of the projects I worked on will be streamed on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and in cinemas nationwide! I am super excited to see the fruits of our labor and take pride in how far I've come from being just a boy from the province to being a part of the industry.

What's a valuable tip you have for fellow events community leaders/organizers?
When things get overwhelming sometimes, you just got to breathe and do things one at a time. You can break down, but make sure you break it down, step by step, one at a time. Remember, everything about achieving the things we really want is hard. We just have to take a deep breath and take that step. I believe in you!

Love,
CRIS

Current obsession: Fashion and Styling

BIG BRAIN MOMENT

Interesting facts & trivia from the Philippines culture & events community

Trivia Question

Answer: Camiguin. This island is only 14 miles long and 8.5 miles wide, but it has more volcanoes than towns. In fact, it has more volcanoes per square mile than any other island on earth.

Interesting Culture Fact!

In 1974, Roberto del Rosario, president of Trebel Music Corporation, invented a clever system that displayed lyrics while the instrumentals of a song were playing.

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