The wait is over for Bongga Ka, ‘Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical, and it is arriving in full disco color. Newport World Resorts, in association with VIVA Communications and The Philippine STAR, reunites to stage a new original production inspired by the music of legendary ‘70s Filipino band Hotdog. The musical is set to open in September 2026, with casting now taking center stage.

Auditions are now open for performers of all genders, aged 18 and above, who can sing, act, and dance. The first round of auditions will be held on May 6 at the PETA Theater Center in Quezon City, with callbacks scheduled on May 8.

Interested applicants must accomplish the official audition form at https://bit.ly/BKDTABMAudition on or before April 30 at 5 p.m., or until slots are filled. Those who successfully secure a slot will receive their audition schedule via email on May 3. Walk-ins will not be accommodated.

The show features a wide range of roles, including leads Annie, Romer, and Burn, as well as supporting characters like Iste Batungbakal, Toots, and Aurora Pasion. The ensemble will portray a diverse mix of Coco Banana regulars.

Rehearsals will run from July to August 2026 at the PETA Theater Center and September 2026 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Bongga Ka, ‘Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical is scheduled to run from September to October 2026, with performances every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

The musical, set in 1970s Manila, draws from iconic Hotdog band hits. It follows the story of an ambitious sales clerk who sneaks into the glamorous disco scene to chase her dream of becoming a fashion designer and risks losing herself in the process.

Learn more about the artists and the production through Newport World Resorts (@newportworldresorts), VIVA Communications Inc. (@vivaartistsagency), and The Philippine STAR (@philippinestar) on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Sign up for the waitlist now via https://newportworldresorts.com/bkd-waitlist to be the first in line for tickets.