The concert was a star-studded affair, with an impressive lineup of guests and performers who added to the magic of the night. Thirty years ago, I remember a teenager named Hazel Reyes. She was knocking on my door.
The shy newbie wanted to borrow my boots because she was going to audition in an ABS-CBN afternoon program in the 90s entitled “Ang TV,” directed by Johnny Manahan. A young woman asked me for tips on how to get on a TV show because I was already a part of the program. She never made it to Ang TV because she fainted from anxiety.
Fast-forward 30 years, and she is now Ara Mina, an award-winning actress and singer who recently celebrated her 30-year career with a grand concert titled "All of Me" at the Newport Performing Arts Theater on July 11. The event was momentous, highlighting Ara's remarkable career and contributions to the entertainment industry. No longer does she need my boots.
I am thinking of borrowing her emerald green gown although I am sure her cup size won’t fit me. I’m a cup B, and Ara..
. world cup! Just kidding! The concert was a star-studded affair, with an impressive lineup of guests and performers who added to the magic of the night. The stage was graced by the presence of notable personalities such as Martin Nievera, Ogie Alcacid, Brod Pete, Senator Bong Revilla, her sister Christine Reyes, Ara’s daughter Mandy, and her husband Dave Almarinez.
Their performances added an extra layer of excitement and anticipation to the already electrif.