Reflections (concert residency)

Reflections was a concert residency by Filipino singer Regine Velasquez at the Aliw Theater in Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines. The residency began on November 4, 2005, and concluded on December 10, 2005, after eight shows.

Background and Development

The residency was announced on September 21, 2005, by The Philippine Star. Velasquez described the concept as a "retrospective concert" intended to reflect on her life and career. The set list featured songs curated by Velasquez from the discographies of her musical influences, including Mariah Carey, Sharon Cuneta, Sheena Easton, Whitney Houston, and Kuh Ledesma. Velasquez stated that the songs were "about my dreams, my aspirations and even my heartaches."

The concert was jointly promoted by GMA Network and Aria Productions. Velasquez served as the stage director, while Raul Mitra was the musical director. Guest acts included Jona Viray, Ai-Ai delas Alas, and Kim Flores.

Synopsis

The concert opened with an overture of Irene Cara's "Fame," featuring two female performers portraying younger versions of Velasquez. The set list included medleys of songs by Sheena Easton, the Spice Girls, Mariah Carey, and Whitney Houston, as well as a tribute to Kuh Ledesma and performances of Sharon Cuneta's movie themes. The show concluded with an encore performance of Christina Aguilera's "Reflection."

Broadcast and Awards

Reflections aired as a television special on GMA Network in 2006. For the production, Velasquez was awarded Female Entertainer of the Year at the 36th Box Office Entertainment Awards.

Shows

Set List

The set list, adapted from the television special, included:

1. "Fame"
2. "Rhythm Is Gonna Get You"
3. "Break It to Me Gently"
4. "For Your Eyes Only" / "I Wouldn't Beg for Water" / "Almost Over You"
5. "Mr. DJ" / "Dear Heart" / "P.S., I Love You"
6. "Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw" / "You Are My Song" / "You've Made Me Stronger" / "Dadalhin"
7. "2 Become 1" / "Holler" / "Say You'll Be There" / "Wannabe" / "Who Do You Think You Are"
8. "Dito Ba?" / "Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon" / "Wakas" / "Sana"
9. "Just Because"
10. "Butterfly" / "Never Too Far" / "My All"
11. "I Will Always Love You" / "Run To You" / "I Have Nothing"

Encore: "Reflection"