Two mothers take center stage in Delia D. Musical

John “Sweet” Lapus (left) and Joann Yap Co (right) as Mama Eme and Anet, respectively.

In Delia D.: A Musical Featuring the Songs of Jonathan Manalo, the heartwarming story of motherhood is also front and center. As the musical narrates Delia’s journey from being a drag performer to a reality show hopeful, it also shines the spotlight on two very different mothers who shaped her: Anet, her biological mom, and Mama Eme, her drag mother.

Two mothers take center stage in Delia D. Musical — Joann Yap Co (right) with Joshua Cabiladas (left) as Jose

Anet, portrayed by Joann Yap Co, is the loving and supportive biological mother of Delia. While she remains largely in the background of Delia’s journey from drag bar performer to singing contest hopeful, Anet’s presence is constant, grounding, and deeply felt. She is the kind of mother who may not fully grasp the glitzy, unpredictable world her child moves through, but chooses to love without condition.

Phi Palmos as Delia (center left) with Lapus (center right)

In contrast, Mama Eme guides Delia and the D’ Divalettes through the emotional and artistic demands of the drag world. John “Sweet” Lapus brings to life a character who commands and supports in equal measure. There is nothing soft or saccharine about Mama Eme’s way of mothering, but it is rooted in care all the same. She pushes the queens not just to perform well, but to survive and succeed as individuals.

Celebrate the love of every momshie and nanay this May 9 to 11 by watching Delia D. Musical. Surprise her with a show ticket, a signed souvenir program, and fresh flowers for a memorable experience. For inquiries, contact Girah Manaligod at 0917 872 8309.

Delia D.: A Musical Featuring the Songs of Jonathan Manalo runs until June 8 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Tickets are now available at SM Tickets, TicketWorld, HelixPay, and Newport World Resorts Box Office: PHP 3,500 (SVIP), PHP 3,000 (VIP), PHP 2,500 (GOLD), PHP 1,800 (SILVER), and PHP 1,000 (BRONZE). For inquiries, contact Customer Care at 7908-8888 or 0917-872-8237 or email info@fhtcentertainment.com.

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