“ASAP” paid tribute to the global success of Filipinos making waves in London’s West End, bringing together Kapamilya stars and Pinoy theater talents for a medley of musical classics.
Sixty years ago, the world was introduced to “The Sound of Music,” the beloved musical that told the story of Maria and the von Trapp family in Austria during the rise of World War II. Martin Nievera opened the set with a soaring rendition of “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” which captures the musical’s timeless message of faith and courage.
The stage transformed into one big musical celebration as Martin was joined by “ASAP” stars and Pinoy pride from the London West End for “Seasons of Love” from "Rent." The song, which has become an anthem of love and community, was first featured in the 1996 Pulitzer Prize–winning musical about friends navigating life in New York’s East Village.
Morisette Amon next shared the spotlight with Ayana Beatrice Poblete, a Filipina performer in "Songs For a New World," and Cez Campos-Bonner, a Pinay West End talent from "Miss Saigon" and "The King and I." Together, they sparkled as The Dreams from "Dreamgirls."
This was followed by a heartfelt duet of “Someone Like You” from "Jekyll and Hyde," sung by Sofronio Vasquez and Gia Macuja, a Filipina West End artist known for "Here Lies Love." The spotlight then turned to Angelo Paragoso, a Filipino performer in "Aladdin" on the West End, who teamed up with Jona for a moving duet of “All I Ask of You” from "The Phantom of the Opera."
Carmelle Collado took the audience higher with “Defying Gravity” from "Wicked," joined by Elizabeth Lyons, a young Filipina starring in "Frozen." Their breathtaking finale note earned a standing ovation from the crowd.
Erik Santos later took the stage with Mikhail Lim, a West End performer for "West Side Story" and "Songs For a New World," alongside Matty Juniosa, a former "Idol Philippines" contender now part of "Kinky Boots." Together, they performed “I Dreamed A Dream” from "Les Misérables."
Finally, led by Martin, the entire ensemble came together for “Somewhere” from "West Side Story," earning a rousing standing ovation from the audience.
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