INVASION (JoMarZeb) - Brighton Fringe
INVASION (JoMarZeb)
A bold, multi-media spectacle from Philippine Theatre UK on its 23rd anniversary, INVASION (JoMarZeb) leaps across time—from the anxious streets of 1940s Manila to the quiet corners of modern-day Oxford. Three mischievous child-like ghosts, a teacher, a lawyer and a nun, crash into the present, pulling audiences into a haunting, humorous, and deeply moving human journey that blends horror, drama, comedy, music, film and history.

At its core it lies a horrifying look at the atrocities of the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II, including the silenced suffering of the Comfort Women. Through a mix of historical truth and imaginative storytelling, the play reveals unlikely friendships, rock-solid resilience and the way unresolved justice echoes across generations.

Helmed by award-winning writer and director Ramon C. Teñoso, JoMarZeb confronts memory, faith, loyalty, and the shadows of colonial trauma—reminding us that the past never really go... and sometimes, it follows us home.

Cast & Creative Team


Appearing on Stage:

Ramon Tenoso - Artistic Director/Ruben
Mary Tondo - Assistant Director/ Sis. Marianita
Ghey Adriano - Finance Director/Str. Rosario
Martin Britt - Managing Director/Prof. Williams
Tony El Khoury - SPM/Short Film Director
Maurice Newbery - Executive producer
Alvilyn Camanzo - Production Manager/Student
Enrico T - Multimedia/Monsignor Legaspi
Jan Villegas - AO/PA / Sis. Bethany/Socorro
Ron Martinez - Costume/Kiti
Alfred Gansan -Props/Arturo/Mayor Lapus
Mark Vargas - Zebedee
Koby Esguerra - Joshua
Yvette Pasamonte - Bebang/Erlinda/Mother
Harisson Ford - Lady Yshadorra/Supt. Officer
Jeff Barfoot - Gen. Yamashita
Claude Philip - Bishop de Santos
Charlyn - Str. Frances
Nyen Sadiwa - Str. Marie Claire/Erlinda
Rainne Bayhonan - Str. Lucia

Francis Guinto - On film only
Alison Esguerra - On film only
Arvin Realeza - On film only Production Asst.

Reviews


World Class performance...Best play I've ever seen so moving!...An Epic play!...

- Audience Member

Theatre and film...Impressive approach in story-telling! Great play!

- Audience Member

A well written and directed play! Witty, Informative and Funny!

- Audience Member

Company: Philippine Theatre UK

(Website)

Genre: Theatre

Duration: 90 mins


This event has an interval.


Venues: Ironworks Studios (Studio C)


Venue Accessibility:

Assistance Dogs Welcome Assistance Dogs Welcome

Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible Toilet Accessible Toilet

This is combined information – if this event is happening across multiple venues, please be aware this may not be applicable across all performances.

For any queries about venue accessibility, including step free access, please contact box office.

Age suitability: 16+ (Guideline)

Babes in Arms policy: Under 2's are not allowed at this event.

Content Warnings:

 Strong Language Strong Language

 Loud Noises Loud Noises

 References to Sexual Abuse References to Sexual Abuse

 Depictions and references to Violence Depictions and references to Violence

Additional Content Warning:
Post rape scene 5 seconds in duration appearing in a video. With no nudity, nor sexual violence depicted.
Two loud explosions . Sound effects.

May 9, 2026

1:00 pm

Ironworks Studios (Studio C)

Standard: £15

Conc: £10 paid

May 10, 2026

1:00 pm

Ironworks Studios (Studio C)

Standard: £15

Conc: £10 paid

May 23, 2026

1:00 pm

Ironworks Studios (Studio C)

Standard: £15

Conc: £10 paid


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