PRESS INFORMATION Resorts World Manila fulfills dreams by championing Filipino talent NEWPORT CITY, PASAY – Dedicated to raising the Filipino profile in world‐class standards, Resorts World Manila (RWM) has consistently championed local talent and its famed hospitality. In over a year of operations, RWM has evolved not just as a place to play for those seeking high‐class entertainment and lifestyle, but also a metropolis of opportunities. The magic of Kaos RWM and Genting Hong Kong (GHK) sponsored the Living for Christ Foundation (LFCF) Housing and Development Project to help out its beneficiaries through its first exclusive production, “Kaos”. The sponsorship, dubbed as “Fulfilling dreams through the magic of Kaos”, was created in line with RWM’s Corporate Social Responsibility program, WE‐SEE of Wellness, Security, Environment, and Education. Guests who purchased a ticket to watch Kaos on January 27 (Thursday) were given raffle tickets depending on the seat they bought for the show. RWM and GHK have donated a combined value of US$228,581 in prizes. To be raffled off are 180 one‐night cruises from Star Cruises onboard the Star Pisces, a spectacular 7‐day Western Mediterranean Cruise onboard the Norwegian Epic, as well as 12 Asian cruise packages. Proceeds of the show will help build homes for the less fortunate families of San Simon, Pampanga, also called “Nayong Tsinoy”. Filipinos take center stage “Kaos” is RWM’s first exclusive production that features the best of Filipino talent, back‐to‐back with acclaimed acts from all over the world. This beautiful story of love and magic is headlined by livewire singer and theater actor Gian Magdangal, half‐Pinay Canadian Idol standout Martha Joy, and veteran actor Joel Trinidad. Musical score for the show is provided by none other than the acclaimed Manila Symphony Orchestra. The cast of Kaos is composed of 100 people, some have hailed as far as Belarus and Colombia, while half comes from the local scene. One of which is Nathasia Garrucha who plays Princess Flora “It makes me feel proud to be included in this wonderful cast. Even though the cast is composed by many nationalities, the desire and passion to give the best show unifies us.” Hip Hop dance champions the Philippine All Stars energize the show with their winning moves. The group’s choreographer Leal Diaz shares “It’s a privilege to perform in a production of Kaos, and we’re grateful that we are given the opportunity to showcase our passion for our craft in our own country! Performing with the best talents from all over is really exciting, with the high standard that it has set from the stage, to all the performers and production we are really proud to be part of KAOS!”. PRESS INFORMATION A gateway to hospitality RWM positions itself as a gateway to Filipino hospitality. Conveniently located across Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3, visitors from all over the world are instantly treated to Filipino warmth when they visit RWM. To achieve this, the company built a strong workforce of 4,700 employees to date, for guests to fully experience the famed hospitality of the country. Some of these employees are former OFWs working in hotels and cruise ships. Aspiring to be best tourist destination in Asia, RWM brings these internationally trained workers locally to share their skills of world‐class standards with the rest of the industry. By providing employment with a more competitive package, RWM gives these OFWs who have been apart from their families, a chance to reconnect with their loved ones. RWM is also home to Genting Star Tourism Academy (GSTA), which offers courses according to the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) through its academic partnership with the Australasian Hotel College (AHC) based in Midland, Western Australia, and approved by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). Its primary aim is to help train Filipinos and other nationalities to prepare and excel in international level hospitality work. As RWM grows and evolves, it will continue to redefine entertainment and leisure in the country by developing and nurturing homegrown talent. Resorts World Manila – the place to PLAY. ### = = = = = = CONTACT ARCHIE NICASIO Public Relations Manager Mobile 0917.8728737 Email [email protected] 5th Floor, Star Cruises Centre 100 Andrews Avenue, Newport City Pasay, Metro Manila .