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A collage of a Filipina woman in vintage clothing and a cap, sitting with hands clasped, is overlaid with lace and flower patterns on a red background with faint, layered text in the backdrop. The woman appears formal and composed, blending old-fashioned elegance and texture, reminiscent of scenes from a new musical featuring an all-star cast.

Performing Filipina! A New Musical With An All-Star Filipina Cast

December 1, 2026

Join us at 54 Below for an evening featuring the songs of Performing Filipina! The musical follows six Filipinas that piece together history, memory, and identity, finding new meaning in their relation to themselves, their communities, and each other. Celebrating the recent release of the musical’s concept album, come hear some of Lianah Sta. Ana’s originals and reimagined Filipino folk songs live. Featuring an all-star Filipina cast, this concert is produced by Cindy Tsai. Music direction by Melody Valdez (Lempicka, Once Upon A Mattress, Summer: The Donna Summer Musical national tour).

Featuring:

Anika Braganza (The Great Gatsby Immersive Show off-Broadway)
Liz Casasola (co-founder of Broadway Barkada)
Aliza Ciara (Show Me Eternity at Culture Lab LIC & Teatro LATEA)
Emy Coligado (“Malcolm in the Middle”)
Laura Dadap (Here Lies Love, A Beat of Our Own at McCarter Theatre)
Angeleia Ordoñez (The Heart Sellers at Virginia Stage Company and Cincinnati Playhouse)
Kay Sibal (Six, “The Voice”)
Lianah Sta. Ana (Miss Saigon, Waitress, Kyoto at Lincoln Center)
and more stars to be announced!

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at any time.

Featuring

A woman with long, wavy dark hair and light skin looks at the camera with a neutral expression. She is wearing a black top and natural makeup with brown eyeshadow and glossy lips. The background is plain and light beige.

Cindy Tsai

Producer
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A portrait of Melody Valdez, a smiling woman with shoulder-length dark hair and gold hoop earrings. She is wearing a sleeveless dark-colored top against a plain, off-white background with soft, warm lighting.

Melody Valdez

Music Director
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A young woman with long black hair and bangs smiles slightly. She has warm brown eyes, soft makeup, and smooth skin. The background is a muted pink color, and her expression is calm and confident—capturing the gentle poise of Lianah Sta. Ana.

Lianah Sta. Ana

Creator/Performer
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A headshot of Anika Braganza, a young person with dark, shoulder-length hair and brown eyes looking directly at the camera. They are wearing a white tank top against a plain, light tan background.

Anika Braganza

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A woman with long, wavy brown hair and brown eyes stands outdoors, facing the camera and smiling softly. She wears a maroon top. The background is softly blurred, suggesting an urban setting. This is Liz Casasola, captured in a moment of quiet confidence.

Liz Casasola

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A headshot of a woman with long, dark wavy hair posing with her hand resting against her chin. She has light brown skin, defined eyeliner, and neutral-toned lips, and wears a simple brown top against a dark gray background.

Aliza Ciara

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Headshot of actress Emy Coligado with a dark chin-length bob and bangs. She has a gentle smile, brown eyes, and is wearing a dark blue sleeveless top with ruffled shoulders against a teal background.

Emy Coligado

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Laura Dadap

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A portrait of Angeleia Ordoñez, a young woman with long, wavy black hair and a neutral expression. She is wearing a dark blue shirt against a solid, warm brown background.

Angeleia Ordoñez

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A woman with long dark hair and gold hoop earrings looks directly at the camera. She has even skin, subtle makeup, and wears a light blue shirt. The background is blurred and dark, drawing focus to her calm, neutral expression.

Kay Sibal

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The Filipino Who Turned History Into a Musical

Future Ancestors

Pricing

  • $19.50 (includes $4.50 in fees) – $41.50 (includes $6.50 in fees)
  • VIP Seating: $47 (includes $7 in fees)
  • Premiums: $52.50 (includes $7.50 in fees)
  • Additional $6 If Purchased At Venue
  • Order Fees: 10% of ticket price, plus $3 facility fee
  • $25 Food & Beverage Minimum

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54 Below’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

254 W 54th St. Cellar, NYC 10019 [MAP]

Tickets & Info: (646) 476-3551

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