Wild Wild After Party Heats Up Manila

The Wild Wild After Party, presented by Steve O’ Neal Productions, brought an intense mix of dance, theater, and fan interaction to Manila. The all-Korean cast delivered a tight 75-minute show that blurred the lines between performance and experience.

Taking inspiration from the Magic Mike films, the show featured sultry choreography, confident energy, and deliberate fan service. After touring cities like Hong Kong and Mexico, the Manila leg showed that the production had both reach and solid execution.

The cast included eight performers—Kim Donghee, Kang Chunil, Roh Jinwook, Kim Jinwoo, Lee Yunje, Lee Heejung, Jeong Hansaem, and Han Jinwook—each bringing their own presence to the stage. From the opening number, where two members appeared under spotlights for a slow dance, the show set a tone that was bold and unfiltered.

They opened strong with a routine to LMFAO’s “I’m Sexy and I Know It,” entering in suits and gradually removing layers as the crowd reacted. Audience interaction was central to the show. Cast members moved through the aisles, danced with fans, and created moments that felt up close and personal.

One notable moment was the “bed stage,” where Kim Donghee performed a solo act in pajamas with a fan. Another came during a lap dance segment to Michele Morrone’s “Watch Me Burn,” where Kang Chunil and Kim Jinwoo brought two fans on stage for a slow, choreographed routine that felt more like live theater than a typical dance break.

A segment set to “Unstoppable Now” featured the cast in white shirts and denim. They ended the number by tearing off their shirts and tossing them into the crowd. Later, the tone shifted with a darker routine set to Allie X’s “Devil I Know,” and then again with a softer piece set to Gallant’s “Weight in Gold.”

Toward the end, the performers wore sailor uniforms for a drum-heavy routine to “The Phoenix” by Fall Out Boy. The show’s pacing remained steady throughout, balancing theatrical moments with movement-driven choreography.

Before the finale, the group took time to speak to the crowd. Each member shared short messages of thanks, acknowledging the audience’s energy and support throughout the tour. It was a pause from the pace of the show and offered a simple way to connect.

A final photo with the crowd followed, but the night wasn’t done. The encore brought each performer back with their own solo move, followed by a group number to “It’s Raining Men.” They ended the show with one last walk into the audience, offering high-fives and brief goodbyes before exiting the stage.

Wild Wild After Party delivered what it promised. It was straightforward in concept, well-executed, and tailored to fans who wanted both performance and connection. Manila showed up, and the cast gave them a night they’ll remember.