Blogs & Reflections
Behind-the-scenes diaries, playwright insights, and personal reflections from the cast and crew of Philippine Theatre UK.
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection
Entry #2 by: Tony El Khoury Videographer/Press Officer PTUK and Broadcast Journalist Three weeks to go before the curtain rises at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and life has suddenly become a whirlwind. Preparing to take INVASION-JoMarZebto the world's biggest arts festival…
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection.
Entry by: Enrico Tee Multimedia | Father Legaspi Today, I found myself thinking back to our first script reading. It was a cool summer day, and I had just been asked to play Monsignor Legaspi. As we read through the…
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection.
Entry by: Mark Vargas Zebedee Tacas Stepping into the role of Zebedee has been one of the most rewarding experiences I've had as an actor. He's a deeply layered character—a humble teacher, devoted to his family and country, yet fiercely…
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection.
Entry #2 by: Aye Mary Tondo Sister Marianita There was something deeply special about this role. As an actor, you always hope to move an audience, but this experience felt different. Night after night, I could see people being transported…
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection.
Entry by: Princess Amy Anzures Graphics Assistant Looking back, it's funny how this all started with a simple conversation during a family vacation. We were talking about ways to make the Philippine Theatre UK Facebook page more active, and I…
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection.
Entry by: Ramon C. Tenoso Playwright and Artistic Director. Philippine Theatre UK The origins of JoMarZeb can be traced back to a simple desire: I wanted to write a ghost story, but not a frightening one. Instead, I imagined a comedy filled…
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection.
Entry by: Jan Villegas Sister Bethany My first reading of JoMarZeb left me stunned, especially when I realised the weight carried by Sister Bethany. She is a woman of faith caught between truth and corruption, a custodian of history who…
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection.
Entry by: Kobby Esguerra Joshua Yebes From First Reading to the Fringe Every actor has a story that never makes it into the programme notes. Mine isn't just about standing in the spotlight. It's about missed trains to auditions, late-night…
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection.
Upgrade now Entry by: Martin Britt. Prof Athony Williams The first reading of Jomarzeb was held at Ramon’s place inBeckenham in May 2025. I already knew, from a conversation wehad earlier, that I would be playing the role of Professor…
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection.
Entry by: Aye Mary Tondo Sister Marianita Oftentimes, I find myself reflecting on what an extraordinary privilege it has been to play Sister Marianita. From the moment I was offered the role by Direk (Ramon Tenoso), I was deeply honoured.…
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection.
Entry by: Jeff Barfoot General Yamashita. It never really came as a surprise that Ramon cast me. I still remember that barbecue at his place when he started planting the seed. He kept saying, "It's a difficult role. I'm not…
The Road to Edinburgh. A diary reflection.
Entry by: Tony El Khoury. Videographer/Press officer for PTUK & Broadcast Journalist. I first heard about JoMarZeb in the spring of 2025 during a conversation with (Direk) Ramon Tenoso. The strange title, made up of three syllables taken from real people's names, immediately intrigued me. As Direk described…