Ready your scrunchies, grab your lunch trays, and sharpen those pencils. GMG Productions in association with Bill Kenwright Ltd. and Paul Taylor-Mills, proudly present Heathers the Musical, coming to Manila for a limited run from January 21 to February 7, 2027, at The Theatre at Solaire.
Following record-breaking seasons and sold-out runs in London, New York and Melbourne, Heathers the Musical makes its highly anticipated Manila debut, bringing its wicked humour, unforgettable characters and mercilessly catchy score to Filipino audiences.
Based on the iconic 1989 film starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater, Heathers the Musical first premiered in Los Angeles in 2013 to sold-out audiences before transferring to New York’s New World Stages in 2014. The production was reimagined for its 2018 London debut, introducing new songs and an updated script.
At Westerberg High, popularity is a matter of life and death—and Veronica Sawyer is just another nobody dreaming of a better day. That changes when she is unexpectedly taken under the wing of the three beautiful, powerful and impossibly cruel Heathers. Suddenly, Veronica has everything she ever wanted: status, attention and a seat at the popular table.
Then J.D., the mysterious teen rebel, arrives and turns Veronica’s world upside down. As she gets caught between her newfound popularity and the pressure to keep up appearances, Veronica soon discovers that being a somebody isn’t always as glamorous as it seems.
Featuring a mercilessly catchy mix of ballads and bangers – including fan-favorite songs such as “Seventeen”, “Candy Store”, “Meant To Be Yours”, “I Say No”, and “Dead Girl Walking” – by award-winning writers Kevin Murphy (Desperate Housewives) and Laurence O’Keefe (Legally Blonde The Musical), Heathers the Musical is directed by acclaimed American screen and stage director Andy Fickman.
Leading the Manila cast as Veronica Sawyer is Filipino performer Gerardine Sacdalan, who takes on the iconic role for the Philippine premiere of Heathers the Musical. She will be joined by Louis Hearsey as Jason “J.D.” Dean, Liberty Stottor as the incomparable Heather Chandler, Jessica Ibadin as Heather Duke, and Lou Henry as Heather McNamara.
The Manila cast also features Veronica Carabai as Ms. Fleming/Veronica’s Mom, Sophie Manners as Martha Dunnstock, Markus Södergren as Kurt Kelly, Beau Jackson as Ram Sweeney, John Gurdían as Ram’s Dad/Big Bud Dean/Coach Ripper, and Reuben Browne as Kurt’s Dad/Veronica’s Dad/Principal Gowan.
Rounding out the cast are Christian De-Gallerie as Preppy Stud/Officer, Ellouise Delooze as New Wave Party Girl, Caitlin Garcia as Drama Club Drama Queen, Alexander Howarth as Hipster Dork, Charlotte O’Rourke as Midwestern Surfer Punk, Thomas Oxley as Beleaguered Geek, Tola Sokoya as Young Republicanette, and Carys Taylor as Stoner Chick.
Carlos Candal, CEO of GMG Productions, shares his excitement about bringing Heathers the Musical to Manila:
“At GMG Productions, we’re passionate about bringing world-class entertainment to Filipino audiences and making acclaimed global productions accessible here in Manila. We’re always looking for the right balance between introducing audiences to exciting new titles and bringing beloved stories to the stage in ways that feel fresh and relevant.
Our upcoming season reflects that commitment, from Harry Potter: A Yule Ball Celebration and Cirque Alice to The Play That Goes Wrong, and now Heathers the Musical. Each production is distinct, but they all share the same goal: to give audiences experiences they can discover, enjoy, and talk about long after the curtain comes down.
Heathers the Musical is a particularly exciting addition to our season. It’s bold, irreverent and incredibly funny, with a brilliant score and a story about friendship, identity and finding your place that remains remarkably relevant.
We’re proud to bring this internationally acclaimed production to the Philippines and give Manila audiences the opportunity to experience Heathers live on stage. We can’t wait to welcome audiences to Westerberg High – color us stoked!”
Since its sold-out Los Angeles premiere in 2013 and New York debut in 2014, Heathers has gone on to three smash-hit West End seasons, multiple sold-out UK and Ireland tours, and a 2019 WhatsOnStage Award for Best New Musical. In 2022, the production was filmed and streamed globally via The Roku Channel. Most recently, the show broke records at New York’s New World Stages, opening in June 2025 with the venue’s biggest advance sale in history and extending immediately due to overwhelming demand.
Heathers the Musical is directed by acclaimed American screen and stage director Andy Fickman, with choreography by Gary Lloyd, design by David Shields, lighting by Ben Cracknell, sound by Dan Samson, musical supervision by Jeremy Wootton and Will Joy, and is produced by Bill Kenwright Ltd. and Paul Taylor-Mills.
And if you’re hoping to get in before everyone else, the popularity contest starts early. The UnionBank Presale runs from September 8–11, 2026, followed by the Waitlist Onsale on September 12, 2026, with both offering 10% off and early access ahead of the General Public Onsale on September 13, 2026.
Join the waitlist now to secure your spot before tickets go on sale to everyone else. After all, at Westerberg High, you’ll want to make sure you’re on the list.
So, stock up on Corn Nuts, polish those croquet mallets, and get ready to make an entrance. Heathers the Musical is coming to Manila this January 2027—and Westerberg High is ready for some seriously big fun.
Heathers the Musical is presented by GMG Productions
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