Romantic pop balladeer Mark Bautista holds a solo concert, Mark My Dreams, scheduled for Aug. 31 at The Theatre at Solaire. The show celebrates his 20-year journey in the music industry.
Talking to Manila Standard Entertainment, the 40-year-old singer tackled the concert’s theme and how it plays a significant part in his career.
“The concert is about the dreams I have achieved and those that didn’t materialize,” Bautista reflected. “It’s like dreaming new dreams. The anticipation is high because many of the guests are people I’m working with for the first time. It’s a reflection of my career and the pursuit of my dreams.”
“I want them to be inspired by my journey after watching the show,” he continued. “I still want to achieve things beyond singing. I want to be part of an art film, write a song that I can call my own, and maybe write songs for other musicians. I have many more things I want to accomplish in my personal and professional life.”
Mark My Dreams, according to its director GB San Pedro, is set to offer something new and exciting. Special guests include harana star Arthur Nery, Suklay Diva Katrina Velarde, singer-songwriter Rob Deniel, and his mentor and duet partner, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid. The concert will be musically directed by Nico Rivero.
San Pedro, who also helmed Mark’s first concert 20 years ago, described the collaboration as familial and collaborative.
“We’re like family when we do our shows. He’s very collaborative,” San Pedro noted adding that the performance will include new elements never seen before.
Mark’s previous solo concert was a decade ago. He recalls 2017 as a challenging period when the musical variety show Sunday All Stars went off the air. During this time, he sought new opportunities and took a video editing course in New York, which led to a role in Here Lies Love.
“For opportunities to come, you have to show up too,” he advised. “To last in this industry, you need to take care of it and treasure it. It’s harsh, so you must stay strong and connected to reality, as well as to your family and friends.”
Tickets for Mark My Dreams range from P7500 for Platinum, P6500 for SVIP, P5500 for VIP, P3500 for Gold, P2500 for Lower Balcony, to P1500 for Upper Balcony.
