‘Here Lies Love’ comes home to Joe’s Pub in NYC for a charitable concert

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Nothing beats a night of good music, and what’s better than that – if it’s for a good cause. The “Here Lies Love” fever is far from over as it returns to its original home, The Public, Joe’s Pub in New York, for a concert.

Just in time for Filipino American History Month this October, the comeback concert is happening this October 2 at 9:30 p.m. Attendees will be in for a night of musical treat as the friends, cast, and alumni of “Here Lies Love” set the stage for a remarkable performance, something they’re well-known for.

While the night promises a great show, it’s also about giving back. The concert’s proceeds will go to a rightful cause — the Hawai’i Coalition for Immigrant Rights (HCIR). The organization is on a mission to embed a positive impact on immigration policies, ensuring that migrants and immigrants in Hawaii can live equally.

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In addition, HICIR is also putting its efforts into helping the Maui wildfires, giving support to the immigrants, including the largest group, the Filipinos.

Star-studded lineup

The show’s producers Don Michael H. Mendoza and Lora Nicolas Olaes, will also be the hosts for the night. As expected, the “Here Lies Love” concert will feature Roy Flores, Nathan Angelo, Aaron Albano, Reanne Acasio, Diane Phelan, Albert Guerzon, Christiana Meeks, Rob Chen, Romeo Torres, and Fran Mae.

But that’s not all, the “Ultimate Performer” Vina Morales herself will also be part of the concert. Dazzling the audiences as Aurora Aquino in the hit musical “Here Lies Love,” the two-time Awit Awards winner will grace the stage until October 22.

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A bit of background for those who haven’t seen the musical yet: “Here Lies Love” is a Broadway masterpiece by David Byrne of Talking Heads, Tony®, director of another spectacular show, Moulin Rouge.

Revolving around the story of former Filipina First Lady Imelda Marcos, a young woman who rose to fame and power while snatching the hearts of two political rivals. It also features her downfall in the hands of the Philippine People Power Revolution.

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While it’s the first Broadway show to feature an all-Filipino cast, a public syllabus was also created to contextualize the real story behind the musical’s glitz and glam.

Here Lies Love concert isn’t just a show but a homage to the upcoming Filipino American History Month and a concert for a cause.