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
Martin Britt - Prof. Anthony Williams Mary (Aye) Tondo - Sis. Marianita Kobby Esguerra - Joshua Mark Vargas - Zebedee Enrico Tee - Fr. Legaspi Francis Guintu - Fr. Benedic Ron Martinez - Karen/Kiti Ghey Adriano - Sister Rosario Harrison Ford - Lady Yshadorra Alfred Gansan -Arturo Claude Phlip - Bishop De Santos Yvette Pasamonte - Comfort woman Alison Esguerra - Victim Jan Villegas - Victim Nyen Sandiwa - Comfort women Jeff Barfoot - Gen.Yamashita Logan Barfoot-student Tony El-Khoury - Prod/Film Director Alvilyn - Production Arvin Realeza - Production Maurice Newbery - Production Ramon Tenoso - Playwright/Director
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!
Venue Accessibility:Assistance Dogs WelcomeWheelchair AccessibleAccessible 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 Loud Noises References to Sexual Abuse Depictions and references to ViolenceAdditional 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.