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ONYL started as a young actor for Dulaang Sibol and baritone soloist for the world-renowned Ateneo Glee Club.
After finishing his AB Political Science, he pursued further studies in choral conducting at the UP College of Music and Asian Institute for Liturgy and Music.
He made his professional theater debut at Repertory Philippines’ CINDERELLA in 2001 and has since become a sought-after performing artist for stage and television; and music director-vocal coach for summer workshops, musical plays, and corporate events.
He was the man behind the success of the Peninsula Manila's Sing@Ning: Search for the Ultimate Voice; and was a Nominee for Best Musical Director for Repertory Philippines' JEKYLL AND HYDE and THE PRODUCERS at the 2012 and 2013 Gawad Buhay!, and Finalist for Best Musical Direction for Gantimpala Theater Foundation's SANDOSENANG SAPATOS at the 2014 Aliw Awards.
Recently, Onyl made his independent film debut in the 2014 Gawad Urian nominated Cinema One Original movie directed by Benjie Garcia, the PHILIPPINO STORY; and thereafter, landed a role in the film version of Herlyn Alegre's critically-acclaimed Virgin Labfest play, IMBISIBOL, directed by the multi-awarded Lawrence Fajardo, to be premiered at the 1st Sinag Film Festival this March 2015.
He will be next seen performing onstage for The 4th Wall Theatre Co.
's SINGAPURA: THE MUSICAL directed by Broadway luminary Greg Ganakas, opening this May 2015 Singapore's Capitol Theatre.
At present, he is managing partner for Upstart Productions; guest conductor of Manila String Machine Orchestra; and artistic board member of the Philippine Choral Directors Association.
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Amid drought and famine in Cupang...Isang Himala 2024
Amid drought and famine in Cupang, a young woman named Elsa claims to have seen the Virgin Mary and been blessed with the ability to heal the sick. As people flock to witness her powers, the village becomes consumed by faith, prosperity, greed, and deceit. Is Elsa a true symbol of hope in a world desperate for salvation? “Isang Himala” is a rousing adaptation of “Himala” (1982), written by National Artist Ricky Lee.
Lucas a deaf boy from a...The Hearing 2024
Lucas, a deaf boy from a small fishing village, is sexually abused by Fr. Mejor, an influential priest. After his parents Madonna and Dante discover the truth, they decide to file a court case against the priest despite the obstacles in their way. In their pursuit of justice, they cross paths with sign language interpreter Maya, who has also witnessed powerful people manipulate the results of cases. In a society where few choose to listen, how can they win against forces that silence those who cannot speak and break the souls of those who can?
Laura accepts the role in this...Kabit 2024
Laura accepts the role in this play to rebel against her mother. The director pushes her to bring out her vulnerability and anger, hoping they will show these emotions on stage.
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Philip and Bastian are lovers Philip...Philippino Story 2013
Philip and Bastian are lovers. Philip has taken the responsibility to help his older brother’s family in the slums. However, when Bastian pursues painting and can no longer provide for Philip, Philip resorts to hustling in order to help his brother’s family. When Bastian catches Philip being picked up by a gay man in a car, he decides to keep everything inside. Can Philip and Bastian’s love prevail despite the odds?
A year after college seven friends...Gimik: The Reunion 1999
A year after college, seven friends Diane Villaruel, Ricky Salveron, Ese Aragon, Joey Fajardo, Gina de Leon, Garry Ballesteros, Melani Suntay, and Brian Lorenzo get together to take a memory down the lane and attempt to relive the past filled with challenges, victories and problems. Things are not anymore as they seemed to be as each of them treads on different path to self-discovery and accomplishment. Gina and Gary are preparing for their wedding when they learn about Gina’s troublesome reproductive system. On the other hand, just when Melanie finally gave her yes to Brian, the latter met an accident and fell in coma. Ese and Joey learned to be sweeter with each other until Joey got his dream car. And lastly, Ricky, who has been long waiting for his Diane lacked the enough courage to confess when Diane came in.
