University Theatre Guild - Alumni

Hola Artists!

On September 20, 2024, Ma'am Rosalie Escala-Sharif, together with Laurence Jay Camasura and Reymark Macario, served as judges in the DepEd Baliwasan District Duet Contest held at Zamboanga National High School-West.

Below are snapshots.

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"Film festivals are a great vehicle for gaining an audience for your film, for exposure for the talent in the film, and for the filmmakers to leverage opportunities for their films." - Jamie Hector

The Bluebird International Film Festival is a prestigious event that showcases the best in international cinema.

With that, we are delighted to inform you that our short film "Lente" was one of the official selected for screening at BIFF 2024. The writer-director of this short film is Direk Rosalie Escala-Sharif.

Moreover, "Lente" was nominated for the following nominations: BEST DIRECTION, BEST STORY, Best ACTOR, and BEST SCREENPLAY.

It was such an honor to have our short film "Lente" included on the nominations in this year's BIFF.🎬

Our film "Lente" has been chosen among the officially selected short films for screening at the Bluebird International Film Festival 2024, wherein just tonight at 1:36 AM (Philippines Time) on September 13, 2024.🎥

Below are snapshots of the Day 2 screening, particularly focusing on "Lente.".

We are very delighted to inform you that Ma'am Rosalie Escala-Sharif was one of the participants of the KAPISAN held in La Salle, Ozamiz City, last August 30, 2024.

KAPISAN is a project that aims to craft a research-based policy framework for forming a guild for theater artists' social rights and welfare.

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts Committee on Dramatic Arts envisioned the project as an initial response to the need for a policy that would attend to theater artists' needs.


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This is to inform the public that the Day 2 screening of the Bluebird International Film Festival, which will happen later, has been postponed. Rest assured, we will update you right away whenever there is already a schedule for screening. Thank you!

Good day!

To those who would like to watch our short film "LENTE" you may join our team later on the Day 2 Screening Sunday, September 1, 2024. Details below.

Sunday, September 1, 2024
Event: Bluebird International Film Festival 2024
Time: 7:45 PM – 9:30 PM IST
Google Meet Link:

Attached is the official ticket for you to scan if you wish to attend the Day 2 screening to support "LENTE", the only short film from the Philippines qualified for the official screening films of the Bluebird International Film Festival 2024. Thank you! See you!

"No art passes our conscience in the way film does and goes directly to our feelings, deep down into the dark rooms of our souls." -Ingmar Bergman

CONGRATULATIONS!! 🎉

We are delighted to announce that our short film LENTE, written and directed by Direk Rosalie Escala-Sharif, made it to the official selection for screening of the Bluebird International Film Festival 2024. 🎬

As support to our film, you may watch "Lente" by scanning the 2-day official ticket QR code. You may also see here the film festival screening dates. Please do support our film "Lente," as this is the only film from the Philippines that made it to the official selection for screening. Thank you!

"A film is a petrified fountain of thought". -Jean Cocteau

CONGRATULATIONS!! 🎉

We are delighted to announce that our short film "LENTE" made it to the Official Finalists out of 135 submitted entries of the 2nd KISFFO Karditsa International Short Film Festival Opseis in Karditsa, Greece.🎬

Thank you, RMN Zamboanga! 🥰

"A good film director makes a playground and allows you to play" (Martin Landau)

We are delighted to inform you that our entry films "Lente," "Metamorphosis," and "Mono" were part of the Official Winning Selections of the IIFFA Indian International Film Festival Award with 6,591 entry submissions. Moreover, the awarding ceremony was held in West Bengal, India, on August 6, 2024.

With that, we would like to express our warmest congratulations to the writer-director/filmmaker of these two short films, Direk Rosalie Escala-Sharif, for winning two Best Director awards for both "Metamorphosis" and "Mono" and for winning the Best Production award for "Lente.".

It was such a great opportunity to be one of the official winning selections and award-winning short films of the IIFFA.

A Filipina/Zamboanguenia at the International Film Festival. 🎬

P.S. patiently waiting for the trophies to be delivered.😂


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Hola Artists!

On August 1, 2024, Ma'am Rosalie Escala-Sharif, together with Laurence Jay Camasura, served as judges in the 96.3 IFM Zamboanga Idol Ko Duet Contest held at Barangay Tumaga.

Below are snapshots.

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"Film festivals are a great vehicle for gaining an audience for your film, for exposure for the talent in the film, and for the filmmakers to leverage opportunities for their films." - Jamie Hector

The IIFFA Indian International Film Festival Award appears to be an event that celebrates independent filmmaking and provides a platform for filmmakers to showcase their creativity.

With that, we are delighted to inform you that our entry films "Lente," "Metamorphosis," and "Mono" were included in the Official Winning Selections of the IIFFA. The writer-director of these three films is Direk Rosalie Escala-Sharif.

Moreover, Direk Rose is one of the BEST DIRECTOR Official Winner Selections of the short films "Metamorphosis" and "Mono".

"Lente" is one of the BEST PRODUCTION Official Winner Selections.

It was such an honor to have our three films included in the Official Winning Selections in this year's IIFFA.🎬


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"No art passes our conscience in the way film does and goes directly to our feelings, deep down into the dark rooms of our souls." -Ingmar Bergman

CONGRATULATIONS!! 🎉

We are delighted to announce that our short film LENTE, written and directed by Ma'am Rosalie Escala-Sharif, made it to the finalists of the KISFFO Karditsa International Short Film Festival Opseis. 🎬




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"The mission of the theater, after all, is to change, to raise the consciousness of people to their human possibilities.""—Arthur Miller

We would like to congratulate the actors who are newly graduates and now officially part of the University Theatre Guild—alumni.

Always remember the responsibilities you carry with you as a theater actor. Remember the role you play in the world as an actor? You are an "artist" with great power of influence. A "community leader" who is always enthusiastic to serve others. You are a "teacher" who inspires others' extrinsic motivation to learn. An "organizer" who provides ongoing directions and guidance. Lastly, you are a "researcher" who offers a particular and unique perspective on the work of art from inside-out as well as outside-in.

We wish that success keeps following all of you in everything that you do. Dream new dreams, embark on who you are, embrace life with passion, and keep reaching for the stars. Shine on and go for it! 🎭

Hola, artists!

We would like to express our heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Shiela Jannie Azucena, who won 2nd runner-up, Ms. SK Talabaan 2024, and gathered minor and major awards in the pageant held on May 16, 2024. 👑

Your exceptional performance and confidence made us proud.

Hola, artists!

We would like to congratulate Reymark Macario for being the champion in the Sitio Pook, Barangay Cabaluay Singing Idol Season 2 on May 15, 2024. 🎤

Meanwhile, he also got the 2nd runner-up spot in the Sitio Buenakapok, Barangay Lanzones Singing Contest Night on May 6, 2024.

You never fail to amaze us every time you try things and finish them victorious!

We are happy about what you are achieving!

Hola Artists!

On May 9, 2024, Ma'am Rosalie Escala-Sharif, together with Engr. Gary Mitchel Fox, served as judges in the KCCLYMPICS Night of Songs held at KCC Mall de Zamboanga Convention Center.

Below are snapshots.

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Dear Concerned Parties,

We wish to address an important matter that has recently come to our attention regarding the artistic properties of the former University Theater Guild Moderator Ms. Rosalie Escala-Sharif. It has been noted that there have been requests to utilize her artistic works in contexts that are unrelated to her as an artist. We feel compelled to remind everyone of the significance of respecting Ms. Sharif's artistic achievements and ensuring that her work is used appropriately and in accordance with intellectual property laws.

Ms. Sharif's artistic accomplishments are the result of her hard work, determination, and passion for the arts. Each piece of her artwork represents a unique expression of her creativity and talent. Therefore, it is essential to acknowledge and honor the effort and dedication she has invested in her craft.

In light of this, we encourage all individuals and entities involved in matters related to Ms. Sharif's work to refrain from using her artistic products and achievements in contexts that are unrelated to her. It is important to uphold the integrity of her artistic identity and ensure that her work is treated with the respect it deserves.

Furthermore, we would like to highlight the legal protections afforded to creators under intellectual property laws. In the Philippines, the Intellectual Property Code (Republic Act No. 8293) grants automatic protection to authors, artists, and other creators for their literary and artistic creations. This protection extends to a wide range of works, including books, musical compositions, films, paintings, sculptures, and computer programs.

While registration and deposit of works are not mandatory, authors and artists have the option to file for copyright registration with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL). This provides them with additional legal safeguards and ensures the recognition of their rights as creators.

In conclusion, we urge all parties involved to adhere to the principles of intellectual property law and respect the artistic integrity of Ms. Rosalie Escala-Sharif's work. Let us work together to preserve and honor her contributions to the arts community while upholding the legal rights and protections afforded to creators.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Sincerely,
University Theatre Guild - Alumni

On April 18–19, the production team shot a film trailer for its upcoming film, "GPS." This film is in partnership with the Anti-Crime Group of the Philippines, the Bureau of Customs in Zamboanga City, and PNP Seaborne.

The following is the production team for the trailer shoot:

*Rosalie Escala-Sharif - Director
*Charlie Rey Maata - Videographer/Editor
*Amran Sharif - Production Designer
*Laurence Jay Camasura - Prod Assistant
*Abdulbak Assahari - Lead Actor
*Jehan Taning - Actress

The GPS trailer will be out soon. Please support this film. Thank you!

The director Rosalie Escala-Sharif of the short films "Lente," "Metamorphosis," and "Mono" had her speech during the awards night right after announcing that "Lente" is the Best Short Film, her as the Best Director, and Charlie Rey Maata as the Best Actor.

📌 “What we need now is to deepen our frontier by representing and showcasing our narratives as Mindanaoans,” says Dr. Hobart Savior, Cinemagis Festival director and Xavier Center for Culture and the Arts director.

"Film festivals are a great vehicle for gaining an audience for your film, for exposure for the talent in the film, and for the filmmakers to leverage opportunities for their films." - Jamie Hector

The Cinemagis Northen Mindanao Short Film Festival recently concluded its fourteenth year as a film festival. Now in its 14th year, the festival's goals are to harvest the filmmaking potential of the region and to deepen the frontier by representing and showcasing the narratives of Mindanaoans, according to the festival director, Dr. Hobart P. Savior.

With that, we are delighted to inform you that our entry films "Lente," "Metamorphosis," and "Mono" were included in the 10 finalists of the Cinemagis 14 Northern Mindanao Short Film Festival. The writer-director of these three films, Direk Rosalie Escala-Sharif, attended the festival at the Xavier University Little Theater on April 5–6, 2024. Direk Rose was able to watch the screenings of different short films, attended the Cinemagis Talks, got to talk to audiences about her films, and attended the highlight event, the Awards Night, in which the film "Lente" got the BEST SHORT FILM award.

More so, Direk Rose got the BEST DIRECTOR award, and the main actor of the film "Lente," Charlie Rey Maata, is the BEST ACTOR.

It was such a great opportunity and experience to have our three films included in the finalists and for "Lente" to be the BEST SHORT FILM in this year's Cinemagis 14 Northern Mindanao Short Film Festival.

Kudos to all regional filmmakers! 🎬


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