The mark of destiny

Mark is open to the possibility of finding love in London

Mark Bautista did not have high expectations when he auditioned for the role of former President Ferdinand Marcos in the West End production of David Byrne and Fatboy Slim’s “Here Lies Love” – a musical about the rise and fall the Marcoses.

In fact, he said he did not even expect a call back on account of the high turnout of good actors and singers that also auditioned for the role.

It was then a big surprise when he got an email from Atlantis Production saying he aced the part. He related how his heart practically “jumped” a notch when the news sank in.

The 32-year-old singer-actor said, “Si Lord, unexpected palagi ang blessings niya.”

Mark shared that his audition piece was Tom Jones’ version of “Kiss.” With a British panel at the audition, “(Inisip ko) baka familiar sa kanila ’yung song,” he added.

Although he was intimidated with the other actors and singers vying for the part, seeing how they prepared with script and dance steps perfectly memorized, Mark’s talent saw him through.

His faith also gave him the courage he needed. “Basta maging patient ka lang kasi si Lord may sariling way para maging successful ka at totoo ‘yung sinasabi Niya na ‘I have bigger plans for you,’” he said.

He believes going to London is his “destiny.”

So far away

The production of “Here Lies Love” requires Mark to stay in London for six months, or even longer – depending on how the audiences will respond to the musical.

Mark is not worried about how he would cope with being away from home. He is more anxious as to how his local fans would take to his prolonged absence.

“Kasi sabi nila na kapag umalis ka ng bansa it’s either makakalimutan ka talaga or may mangyayaring mas maganda sa ’yo,” he explained.

To stay in the loop, Mark plans to keep active via social media. Aside from that, he would also keep his presence felt on “Sunday All Stars.”

“Sabi nila magsend lang daw ako ng video ko palagi para mapakita sa TV,” he shared.

Hello, goodbye

In previous interviews, the Kapuso singer-actor shared how he’s found new inspiration. Apparently, he has been following a commercial model on Instagram whom he contacted to hopefully star in his music video. Luckily, she agreed to a meeting.

He made clear however that it wasn’t exactly a date. “Wala pang masyadong attachment,” he said, laughing.

Asked if the girl already knows that he will soon be leaving for London, Mark said, “Ngayon ko pa lang formal na sasabihin… another loss…”

That said, he is open to the possibility of finding love there. “Malay mo European pala mahanap ko,” he joked.

The singer is set to leave for London on Aug. 16.

Mark said “Here Lies Love” will focus on Imelda, touching on the love story between her and Ferdinand. It ends just at the onset of the EDSA Revolution.

“Hindi namin ipapakita dito ’yung mga problema nila sa politics dati… at wala ’yung mga shoes ni Imelda,” he stressed.

Also included in the cast are Australian actress Natalie Mendoza as Imelda, and “Britain’s Got Talent” semifinalist Dean John-Wilson as Ninoy Aquino.

Directed by Alex Timbers, the musical play will be staged at the National’s Dorfman Theatre in South Bank, London from Sept. to Jan. 2015.

The mark of destiny

Source: Mb.com.ph (August 01, 2014 at 01:46PM)

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