Drag Icons Shine in the Spotlight in Maxie Oliveros Musical Spectacle

Get ready for a dazzling spectacle this Pride Month as Dalaga na si Maxie Oliveros: A Drag Musical Extravaganza takes center stage, reviving our cherished queer icon with even more flair and vigor! This engaging follow-up to the 2013 hit Maxie the Musical, which paid homage to the 2005 film Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros, dives further into Maxie’s story. Now set five years later, it portrays Maxie’s transformation into an exceptional drag queen amidst the gritty environment of the 2018 drug war. More details can be found on WhenInManila.

Introducing Jamila Rivera: The New Essence of Maxie

Emerging talent Jamila Rivera from Naga City, Camarines Sur, steps into the lead role, bringing stellar vocals and a fresh drag presence. After a competitive audition process, Jamila embodies Maxie’s journey from a heartbroken teenager to a confident drag queen finding her chosen family. “It’s a huge responsibility, but with this amazing team, we’re ready to do Maxie justice, mas mapabongga!” she shared. Inspired by the original Maxie, played by Drag Race Philippines Season 2 champion Maxie Andreison, Jamila is eager to carry on this cherished legacy. You can read more about this on BWorldOnline.

The Magic of Drag Royalty

The production features a stellar cast, including Filipino drag superstars like Zymba Ding, Corazon, MRS TAN, and Winter Sheason Nicole, alongside theater talents such as Jem Manicad, Gerhard Krystoppher, and Gabriel Villaruel. Under the direction of Melvin Lee, with a script by Julia Icawat Enriquez and Mikaundre Gozum Santos, and original music by JJ Pimpinio, this unique blend of live singing, lip-syncing, and immersive audience interaction comes to life at Illumination Studio, Makati. Director Lee notes, “We explore beyond the glamour to explore the humanity at the heart of drag.” For more on the event, visit AsiaSociety.

Celebrate Pride: Key Dates and Details

The musical runs from June 13-22, 2025, with shows scheduled on Fridays through Sundays and select weekdays at 2 PM and 8 PM. Grab your tickets, priced at ₱2,500, via Ticket2Me. Brought to you by J+Productions and PETA Plus, this event is a celebration of queer joy, resilience, and radical love. Maxie has not only grown; she’s become truly glorified. Will you be part of this active extravaganza? Check out more on ABS-CBN.