THE CONCERT SCENE in the U.S. is now slowly going back to normal and even Las Vegas has opened up again.
Two top Pinoy artists will perform in a series of concerts in three U.S. cities, Arnel Pineda and Bamboo, as produced by Ms. Pen de Leon Manahan or Ms. M of Spotlight Media Entertainment.
The concerts will be held in Las Vegas, Seattle, and San Jose (CA).
Ms. M will make sure that health protocols will be in place to insure the safety of both the performing artists and the audience as well.
"Of course we're going to ensure that preventive measures against the virus are strictly followed at each event." Ms. M added.
"We have to keep strong and positive during these trying times. We can’t stop doing what we’re passionate about.
"I’ve always been passionate about bringing great entertainment to everyone while giving opportunities to Filipino artists to showcase their incomparable talents here in the US and making my business grow at the same time.
"It’s the circle of life. We all need to help each other rise especially during a storm. We all need to keep the faith.”
During the last quarter of 2020, Ms. M also gave life to Spotlight Media Magazine to connect the local community, and even the whole world, virtually.
“You can’t go wrong with a multi-media platform (both in print and digital forms). This way, community partners, organizations and other entrepreneurs may still have a voice using the magazine.
"You always need to have a back-up plan. We couldn’t do live concerts in 2020, so my family and I had to think outside the box.
"As the saying goes, ‘When life gives you lemons, make limoncello’. You have to keep creating new visions for yourself.”
She’s so happy because advanced ticket sales are doing well for the concerts.
“It’s not only Pinoys based in the U.S. who are buying tickets but also foreigners because Arnel is so popular as the lead singer of Journey,” she adds.
“Nakakatuwa si Arnel kasi he’s so sikat here but he’s so down to earth and has no airs. He’s very humble and acts like an ordinary person.”
People ask her if she’s related to Mr. M or Johnny Manahan but she says they’re not at all related.
She’s been in the USA for 22 years and her businesses are concerned mainly with behavioral management and health care.
“I’m relatively new in concert producing,” she says. “I started producing events then I was introduced to Anna Puno ng Starmedia and I started with a concert with K Brosas and Angeline Quinto concert in Palm Springs, Agua Caliente.
"Proceeds of my concerts go to my foundation that helps the poor in the Philippines. I also have a website that helps Filipinos in America stay connected, spotlightentertinment.com.”
The first leg of the concert will be staged at Sam's Town Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas on September 17, 2021. Gates open at 6 PM and show starts at 7 PM. Get your tickets now!
