“It’s Showtime” premiered on GTV today, broadcasting today’s episode live all over the world!
Screencap: “It’s Showtime” on YouTube
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Vice Ganda headlined their first episode on the channel with an opening number with Anne Curtis and their co-hosts, followed by a dance performance by Vhong Navarro, Jhong Hilario, Rayver Cruz, and Rodjun Cruz. Amy Perez then enters the stage, joined by Jolina Magdangal and Pokwang singing Rick Astley’s “Together Forever.” Next on the playlist is The Turtles’ “So Happy Together” performed by Jugs Jugueta and Teddy Corpuz along with former Kapamilya stars Christian Bautista and Mark Bautista.
Kim Chiu then takes the stage with an explosive performance with Belle Mariano, Alexa Ilacad, and Barbie Forteza! Cut to Sanya Lopez’s heart-stopping number together with Chie Filomeno and Jackie Gonzaga. The audience also participated in dancing to Icona Pop’s “Clap Snap” led by Ryan Bang, MC and Lassy, Batang Cute-Po, and more.
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The spotlight pointed back to Anne Curtis with a production of “Hold My Hand” by Jess Glynne, before going up the rooftop for Vice Ganda’s dramatic helicopter ride to GMA Network’s Tower of Power! She then steps down the stairs to join the mob and sings “Glad You Came” by The Wanted.
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In a seamless transition, the main host travels back to the studio surrounded by the “It’s Showtime” family and the Kapuso stars who performed with them in the goosebumps-inducing opening number!
Watch the full “It’s Showtime” GTV premiere below!
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