'Sandosenang Sapatos' musical highlights importance of family support for people living with disabilities

The Cultural Center of the Philippines' (CCP) resident theater company Tanghalang Pilipino (TP) launched its re-run of the musical "Sandosenang Sapatos" last week.

In this musical, audiences follow the journey of 12-year-old Susie, a girl who wishes to fulfill her shoemaker father's dream of having a ballerina for a daughter. However, she was born without feet.

Each year, on her birthday, Susie enters the world of enchanting shoes, where the Shoe Fairy gives her a pair of feet, allowing her to dance freely. But every time she leaves the enchanting world, she loses her feet and faces reality.

Packed with outstanding songs, acting, and choreography, "Sandosesang Sapatos" ensures that it is not only a treat for the eyes and ears.

This musical highlights the significance of family members' presence in the life of a person with a disability. It spreads the message that making them feel seen and valued would change how they view life and themselves.

Moreover, the musical serves as an eye-opener for individuals with no experience with disability. 

"Sandosenang Sapatos" is based on Dr. Luis Gatmaitan's short story of the same name. Layeta Bucoy adapted the work and Jonathan Tadioan directed the show.

Among the songs that theatergoers should watch out for are "Sa Panaginip Lang Ako Minamahal" and "Anong Silbi Ng Pagsulat."

Felicity Kyle Napuli and Wincess Jem Yana alternate for the role of Susie, while Tex Ordoñez-De Leon play the role of Nanay and John Joven Uy as Tatay.

"Sandosenang Sapatos" runs until December 8 at CCP's Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez.

—MGP, GMA Integrated News