The Three-Headed TikTok sensation is the scratch on the surface of what SPIT Manila is all about. Spearheaded by RSVP Group, “Gag for Days” with SPIT Manila shines at El Calle Cafe Newport World Resorts on September 20.
The ZEEN team went to watch Silly People’s Improv Theater (SPIT), featuring Dingdong Rosales, Aryn Cristobal, Missy Maramara, Thea Manabat, and Happy Ferrera. Some of these members have been dominating the Manila comedy scene since 2002. Thanks to TikTok, their reach has blown up. Their content is sharp and hilarious, sticking with you like a great punchline. With a hilarious cast, they keep everyone coming back for more. And if it’s just a little spit from the rain, do we even need waterproofs?
You’re scrolling through TikTok, checking out food spots, fashion, and date ideas when you stumble upon three guys wrapped in shiny maroon fabric. It looks like they’re about to do some tarot reading, but nope—Madam Oracle, as they are called, is giving random advice about money, love, and work. The best part? Half the time it makes no sense, but that’s what makes it funny. Their weird, offbeat humor catches you off guard and has you laughing out loud. That’s SPIT Manila for you, where you get way more than just a taste of SPIT—it’s a wild comedy show that’s hilarious and completely unpredictable.
Like on social media, where folks can fangirl over their brilliance, the crowd showing up for SPIT’s shows proves how hyped they are to catch this rising sensation live. Sure, TikTok and Madam Oracle’s antics are great, but experiencing SPIT Manila in person is a whole different level of fun. You get to dive right into the chaos because comedy is all about relatability. It has to hit home for everyone to really sparkle and tickle your funny bone, not just serve up the same old spoon-fed jokes.
Their sudden rise, more than just being accustomed to the skyrocket in social media, has been essential. It’s also due to people having access to their gigs, and sharing the gags. Shoutout to RSVP Group by Newport World Resors at El Calle Cafe. Aryn Cristobal mentions, ‘It brings the individual experiences of each performer to the stage. So, the fact na ang dami namin, somebody in the audience will be able to understand’
The less you expect it, the more unpredictable it is, and the more fun it becomes. It’s no wonder Madam Oracle is one of the most anticipated acts for the group. Uncanny yet relatable, confusing yet understandable, breaking the mold while making you think—it’s no surprise that word of mouth has been buzzing on social media, helping SPIT Manila reach a broader audience, helping SPIT Manila reach a broader audience. As Missy mentioned, ‘It’s also funny because you don’t expect it.’ While SPIT Manila’s rise in the comedy scene has been sort of out of the blue, it’s truly a hidden gem the world deserves to experience.
