Jean Judith Xavier ICACM International Casting & Creative Management Sydney, NSW 2010 Michael Turkic: +61 481 085 972 William Le (text): +61 405 539 752 E: [email protected] W: http://www.icacm.com.au

Biography

Jean Judith Javier is a singer, musical theatre performer and a film actor, who is unstoppable in bringing her heart to her audience, she draws courage from them. As a soprano, Jean Judith sings for opera and musical theatre but never limits her capacity by performing pieces from world arts songs. As a film actor, her roles are unconventional that manifest her embodied inner strength but mystical persona.

She learns how to sing at an early age of nine performing in the church and villages. Coming from a humble beginning, Jean Judith captures the skill of fine singing from her mother and her sensitivity for arts was nurtured by being deeply connected to the expressive musical cultures of the , her motherland.

Her tenacity to work as a full-time actor and the faith she puts to her craft gave her opportunities to perform in cities and provinces in the Philippines and South and East Asian countries like Korea, Indonesia, Macau, Hong Kong, Taiwan and various cities in China. She assumed self-title roles from many original musicales that have had impacted the history of Philippine contemporary theatre.

In opera, she played Sisa for “Noli Me Tangere: The Opera”, a difficult role. But her portrayal of the most iconic Philippine fictive character and deranged woman captures her audience giving her standing ovations and critical acclaim from critics. She offers passionate command of stage performance with her depiction of Gulnara for “Orosman at Zafira” where she earned admiration from theatre aficionados and from her audience:

“Noli Me Tangere: The Opera: Unquestionably the high point of the rather meandering De Leon-Tolentino opera, Javier’s rendition…was a mesmerizing piece of theater, a rapturous 11-o’clock number…that stands as the year’s most thrilling moment on the musical stage.”

“And in the famous aria…soprano Jean Judith Javier was spellbinding, and deservedly received the loudest applause at curtain call.”

“Jean Judith Javier as Sisa was nothing short of phenomenal...but more so by the passionate aria that half the time featured Javier imitating birdsong with her voice in pitch perfect precision.”

“Jean Judith Javier (Gulnara) ably and swiftly shifted from wife to mistress, mother and slave, to woman warrior, with nary a questionable act, not one moment of uncertainty in her voice or actions...Javier taking on the higher registers when singing with the chorus. She did it flawlessly, too.”

Jean Judith's sheer talent allowed her to work in almost all major theatre companies in her native country gaining admiration from Philippines most respected and outstanding theatre directors.

This woman of inspiration, integrity and excellence with uncompromising spirit of an artist hopes to bring her singing voice and acting craft as an oblation for world's cultural and social transformation.

D.O.B: 16/08/1978 Height: 5’5 1/2 Hair: Long Black Straight Body Type: Medium Ethnicity: Filipino (Tagalog)

Experience

THEATRE 2016 “Ang Katatawanan ng Kalituhan (The Comedy of Errors by William Shakespeare)” Play, Dulaang UP (Lucia) Dir: Alexander Cortez 2015 “MANHID: A Filipino Superhero Musical” Ballet, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Metro , Philippines (Dilim) Dir: Paul Morales 2014 “Ang Huling Lagda ni Apolinario Mabini” Dulaang UP, Wilfrido Gurrero Theater, University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines (Nurse) Dir: Floy Quintos 2014 “Noli Me Tangere: The Opera by Felipe de Leon” Opera, New Port Performing Arts Center, , , Philippines (Sisa) Dir: Freddie Santos 2013-2014 “Isang Daan: Virgin Lab Fest 9 Tanghalang Piipino” Performance, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Metro Manila, Philippines (Rallyist) Dir: Ed Lacson Jr. 2013 “Teatro Porvenir” Dulaang UP, Wilfrido Guerrero Theater, University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines {Oryang} Dir: Alexander Cortez 2013 “Collection: A New Dark Comedy by Floy Quintos” Dulaang UP, Wilfrido Guerrero Theater, University of the Philippines (Helena/Priestess – Babaylan) Dir: Dexter Santos 2012 “Amdahl and the Night Visitors” Performance, Music Artes, Inc., SM Mall of Asia, Pasay, Philippines, (Amahl's Mother) MD & Dir: Maria Jocelyn Glorioso 2012 & 2011 “Noli Me Tangere: The Opera by Felipe de Leon” Dulaang UP, Wilfrido Guerrero Theater, University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines (Sisa) Dir: Alexander Cortez 2012 “Walang Sugat (No Wound)” Play, Tanghalang Pilipino, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Metro Manila, Philippines (Monica/Julia Understudy) Dir: Carlos-Siguion Reyna 2012 “Madame Butterfly” Opera, Music Artes Inc., Cultural Center of the Philippines, Metro Manila, Philippines (Cio-Cio San Rehearsal Understudy/Cio-cio San Ghost) Dir: Anton Juan 2012 “Flight of a Falcon” Play, Word of Mouth Theater, Adamson University, Manila, Philippines (Sofia Adamson) Dir: Jeremy Domingo 2011 “RizalX” Dulaang UP, Wilfrido Guerrero Theater, Universty of the Philippines (Teodora Alonzo/Sisa/Multiple Roles) Dir: Dexter Santos 2011 “Orosman at Zafira” Dulaang UP, Centerstage, SM Mall of Asia (Gulnara) Dir.:Dexter Santos 2010-2013 “Rizal Shrine” Performance, Heroes Square, Inc. , Manila, Philippines (Josephine Bracken) Dir: Anton Juan 2010 “Isang Panaginip na FIli” Dulaang UP, Wilfrido Guerrero Theater, University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines (Maria Clara) Dir: Floy Quintos 2008-2010 “Francisco Baltazar's Orosman at Zafira” Dulaang UP, Wilfrido Guerrero Theater, University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines (Gulnara) Dir: Dexter Santos 2008 “Macbeth: Unplugged” Play, Word of Mouth Theater, PETA Theater Center, New Manila, Philippines (Witch3) Dir: Jeremy Domingo 2008 “Bagong Cristo” Samasaning, University of the Philippines, Los Baños, Laguna, Philippies (Dolores Katindig) Dir. Dennis Gupa 2008 “The Silent Soprano” Dulaang UP, W. Guerrero Theater, University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines (Cantopop Star – Selina) Dir: Alexander Cortez 2007 “Pilipinas Circa 1907” Tanghalang Pilipino, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Metro Manila, Philippines (Dorothy Montgometry) Dir: Dennis Marasigan 2007 “Kalayaan: Bayan, Bayani, Bayanihan” Tanghalang Pilipino, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Metro

2 Manila, Philippines (Performer) Dir: Cris Millado 2007 “Basilia ng Malolos” Dulaang UP, Wilfrido Guerrero Theater, University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines (Alberta Uitangcoy/CeciliaTiongson/Narcisa Dizon) Dir: Jose Estrella 2006 “Gabriela: An Oratorio” Dulaang UP, Wilfrido Guerrero Theater, University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines (Gabriela) Dir: Tony Mabesa 2006 “A Walk Back in Time” Play, Tanghalang Pilipino, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Metro Manila, Philippines (Performer) Dir: Cris Millado 2006 “Hinabing Gunita” Pla, Tanghalang Pilipino, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Metro Manila, Philippines (Performer) Dir: Alexander Cortez 2006 “Aquabarkada” Play, Word of Mouth Theater, Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati, Philippines (Kikay the Starfish) Dir: Jeremy Domingo 2005 “Noli Me Tangere: The Musical” Musical, Tanghalang Pilipino, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines (Chorus) Dir: Paul Morales 2005 “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Play, Repertory Philippines, Stages , Makati, Philippines (Lady Winefred) Dir. Joy Virata 2005 “Alamat” Dulaang UP, Teatro Hermogenes Ylagan, University of the Philippines, Metro Manila, Philippines (Matabagka/Swing) Dir: Edna Mae Landicho 2004 “Hibik at Himagsik nina Victoria Lactao” Dulaang UP, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Metro Manila, Philippines (Gare) Dir: Alexander Cortez 2003 “Ang Pagpatay kay Luna” Tanghalang Pilipino, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Metro Manila, Philippines (Chorus) Dir: Nonon Padilla 2002 “Hibik at Himagsik nina Victoria Lactao” Dulaang UP, Wilfrido Gurrero Theater, University of the Philippines, Metro Manila, Philippines (Gare) Dir: Alexander Cortez

FILM 2016 “Ang Babaeng Humayo (The Woman Who Left)” Feature film, Sine Olivia Pilipinas, Metro Manila, Philippnes (Mameng) Dir: Lav Diaz – Golden Lion Award at Venice Film Festival 2015 “Hele sa Hiwagang Hapis (A Lullabye for the Sorrowful Mystery of the Filipinos)” Feature film, Epic Media & Sine Olivia Pilipinas, Metro Manila, Philippines (Pepita) Dir: Lav Diaz 2015 “Etiquette for Mistresses” Feature film, StarCInema ABS-CBN, Metro Manila, Philippines (Daughter of Betsy & Ambet Villoria) Dir: Chito Roño 2013 “El Peste Romansa” Feature film, Strawdogs, Inc., Metro Manila, Philippines (Viola) Dir: Richard Somes 2008 “KOLORETE” Feature film, Salida Productions, Metro Manila, Philippines (Asuncion) Co-dirs: Ruelo Lozendo & Sherad Anthony Sanchez – Jury’s Choice Award; Best in Production Design; Best in Musical Design screened in Cinema One Originals 2008; Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival 2009; Madrid Indian Film Festival 2009; Cinemalaya 2009 2008 “ESCLAVES DES MERS (Slaves of the Sea)” Feature film, Pierre Javaux Productions, Metro Manila, Philippines (Pedro’s Mother) Dir: Joel Farges

CULTURAL TOURS 2016 Department of Tourism, Philippines & Sindaw Performing Arts Guild, Korea World Travel Fair, Seoul, Korea (Performer) 2012-2015 Philippine Independence Day Celebration, Trade Promo, Department of Tourism, Philippines & Sindaw Performing Arts Guild, Cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Wuhan, Chongqing, Xiamen, Guanghzou & Shenzhen, China (Performer) 2014 New Year Countdown – Living World Mall: “Christmas Musical” Event, PT Provaliant Licensing Success, Mall of Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia (Performer) 2008 Department of Tourism, Philippines & Kalilayan Folk Dance Company, Taipei, Taiwan (Performer)

CONCERTS & EVENTS (HIGHLIGHTS)

3 2016 “Tibay sa Tagumpay, Isang Musikal” Concert, Nestle Philippines, Sofitel Grand Ballroom, Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines (Performer) Dir: PJ Rebudilla 2015 “Dunkin Donuts: Do More Magic” Event, Appreciation Night and Magic Awards, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Rizal, Philippines (Performer) Dir: George de Jesus 2014 “Musika Sagra: A Maundy Thursday Concert with Violinist, Coke Bolipata and Pundaquit Virtuosi” Concert, Harbor Point Subic Philippines, Ayala Malls, Metro Manila, Philippines (Vocal Soloist) MD: Coke Bolipata 2014 “Sangobion Launching” Concert, Therapharma Philippines, Tent, Metro Manila, Philippines (Soloist) Dir: Tommy Alvarado 2012 “SINDAW:I sang Dekada ng Tugtog at Galaw” Concert, Philam Life Auditorium, U.N. Metro Manila, Philippines (Singer) Dir: Randy Carlos Guevarra 2012 “Symphony of Dreams: The Life of George Yang” Concert, Theater Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines (Performer) Dir: George de Jesus

TELEVISION 2012 “Immortal” TV series, ABS-CBN, Metro Manila, Philippines (Waya Council)

ONLINE 2011 “Duty Free Philippines” Viral musical, Pinoy Glee, Metro Manila, Philippines (Performer) PHOTOGRAPHY 2009 “The Venetian Wedding” Print advertisement, Macau Closer Magazine & Cotai Style Magazine, Venetian Hotel, Macau, China (Model)

COMMERCIAL 2017 “Bearbrand Chocomilk” TVC, Metro Manila, Philippines (Mom) 2017 “Lucky Me Chicken Sotanghon” TVC, Metro Manila, Philippines (Office Girl) 2007 “Pantene Pro-V” TVC, Mr. Clean & Procter & Gamble, Metro Manila, Philippines (Featured role) 2007 “Touch Mobile” TVC, Globe Telecom, Metro Manila, Philippines (Featured role) 2007 “Girls, Real Style” Cosmopolitan magazine, Metro Manila, Philippines (Model)

Education

1994-1998 Business Administration Major in Management, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Sta. Mesa Metro Manila, Philippines

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE 2008-2010 Streetmoshphere, The Venetian Hotel, Macau, China (Performer/Gondolier) 1998-2006 Sibikong Kabataang Pinoy, Inc, Metro Manila, Philippines (Youth Development Worker, Asst. Creative Program Director, Administrator, Training Facilitator/Youth Counselor)

Reviews

BRAVO! BEST OF THEATER 2011: The year the Theater Artist cried ‘Ouch!’ By Gibbs Cadiz PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER ‘Noli Me Tangere: The Opera. Unquestionably the high point of the rather meandering De Leon- Tolentino opera, Javier’s rendition of ‘Awit ng Gabi ni Sisa’ was a mesmerizing piece of theater, a rapturous 11- o’clock number that, along with the Pangan-Lauchengco Yulo tandem in “Next to Normal,” stands as the year’s most thrilling moment on the musical stage.’ Best Featured Actress in a Musical – Jean Judith Javier

4 http://gibbscadiz.blogspot.com/2011/12/bravo-best-of-theater-2011-year- theater.html?spref=fb&fb_source=message Orosman at Zafira Will Rock Your World By Katrina Stuart Santiago GMA NEWS Online ‘Jean Judith Javier (Gulnara) ably and swiftly shifted from wife to mistress, mother and slave, to woman warrior, with nary a questionable act, not one moment of uncertainty in her voice or actions. That voice, by the way, is one that can give plenty of our so-called divas a run for their money, with Javier taking on the higher registers when singing with the chorus. She did it flawlessly, too.’ http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/213902/lifestyle/culture/orosman-at-zafira-will-rock-your- world?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter Theater review: The Small Ring’s Big at Noli Me Tangere: The Opera by Amanda Lago, GMA NEWS August 10, 2012 ‘Jean Judith Javier as Sisa was nothing short of phenomenal. While her portrayal of the legendary crazy woman verged on stereotypical at the start of the play, it soon evolved into a layered portrayal characterised not only by the telling demented smile on Javier’s face, but more so by the passionate aria that half the time featured Javier imitating birdsong with her voice in pitch perfect precision.’ http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/269162/lifestyle/reviews/theater-review-the-small-rings-big-at-noli- me-tangere-the-opera 4th-quarter Report Card in the Performing Arts By Amadis Guerrero PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER Lifestyle ‘And in the famous aria “Ang Awit ng Gabi ni Sisa” soprano Jean Judith Javier was spellbinding, and deservedly received the loudest applause at curtain call.” Noli Me Tangere: The Opera’ http://lifestyle.inquirer.net/27035/4th-quarter-report-card-in-the-performing-arts Noli Opera Vividly Staged By Rosalinda L. Orissa: The Philippine Star September 17, 2014 ‘Vocally and dramatically, the collective rendition was highly impressive. Excellent! Arresting unwavering attention was Javier as the crazed Sisa. Eyes blazing, hair in disarray, clothes ragged, she wanders listlessly, restlessly, distraughtly in the forest in a desperate search for her sons. She warbles superlatively. Basilio appears, and as Sisa holds him in a tight embrace, she collapses from grief and extreme exhaustion, and dies. Badly wounded and near death, Elias staggers nearby, instructing Basilio to burn his corpse and that of Sisa’s. How gripping is the episode throughout!' http://www.philstar.com/letters-editor/2014/09/17/1370015/noli-opera-vividly-staged Review of Noli Me Tangere: The Opera (Resorts World Manila): Soaring National Masterpiece by Fred Hawson September 28, 2014 ‘”Sisa” was played by Jean Judith Javier. Her highlight is Sisa's poignant soliloquy of madness and Javier does all of the required difficult trilling perfectly. She received the loudest ovation during the curtain call.’ http://3xhcch.blogspot.com/2014/09/review-of-noli-me-tangere-opera-rwm.html?m=1 Review of Dulaang Up's ANG HULING LAGDA NI APOLINARIO MABINI: Picking the Brain of the Revolution by Fred Hawson October 11, 2014 ‘Jean Judith Javier was a rousing success as Sisa in both the Dulaang UP and the Resorts World productions of "Noli Me Tangere: The Opera." As Salud, the fictitious Filipino nurse who gets to speak with Mabini as he wrestled with the biggest decision he had to make in his life, Javier impresses us again with her beautiful full-bodied soprano here. ‘ http://3xhcch.blogspot.com/2014/10/review-of-dulaang-ups-ang-huling-lagda.html The Good and the Bad: MANHID the Musical by Erica Jacinto (artaturningpointe) March 4, 2015 ‘Dilim was played by the striking singer Jean Judith Javier. Definitely she was my favorite singer in the group. Not only did she have the gift of stage presence, her silvery voice filled the air with mystery. After two songs, I decided she was google worthy. Each of her appearances made me want to get to know her better. Her acting was refreshing as she did not go overboard portraying a character attached to multiple stereotypes. She did everything." http://artaturningpointe.blogspot.com/2015/03/the-good-and-bad-manhid-musical.html Rizal X: A Multimedia Play By Sarimanok ‘Javier has the kind of voice that I haven’t heard in a long while from someone so young-looking — that of a real soprano’s. With a voice so melodious and powerful, you could take out her mic and she’d still dominate the entire theater with those pipes. Amazing.’ http://www.sarimanok.ph/2011/07/rizal-x-a-multimedia-play/ Francisco Baltazar's Orosman at Zafira: an Epic Musical By Joriben Zaballa, Jori’s Entertainment Journal February 14, 2011‘...Jean Judith Javier (together with the rest of female cast) captivates me with their unparalleled beauty and femininity. But behind those fragile facade are fierce warriors that embodies female empowerment that you will definitely not see on most shows.’ http://www.joriben.com/2011/02/francisco-baltazars-orosman-at-zafira.html

5 Noli: The Opera By Sarimanok ‘Her portrayal of Sisa was so moving that even without dialogue you find yourself drawn to her on stage. She had one aria, accompanied by music and with her voice alone (almost no lyrics in her solo part)... Her one scene was enough to garner applause from the entire audience.’ http://www.sarimanok.ph/2011/12/noli-the-opera/

Skills

• Languages: English (fluent), Filipino (native/fluent) • Accents: Filipino, Chinese • Film, TV & Theatre: Acting, make-up, SFX make-up (basic) • Musical: Soprano (advanced) • Athletic: Filipino Martial Arts – Kali

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