From ‘Bona’ to ‘Septic Tank 4’: Eugene Domingo’s triumphant theater return

After promoting her MMFF Drama ‘UnMarry,’ Domingo headlines PETA’s chaotic, laugh-out-loud satire: Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 4: Oh Sh*t! It’s Live Sa Cheter!

Eugene Domingo is set to headline “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 4: Oh Sh*t! It’s Live Sa Cheter,” the stage-play adaptation of the iconic film franchise that cemented her standout turn as Eugene, a fictionalized version of herself—an ambitious actress navigating the chaotic and hilarious world of Philippine indie filmmaking.

After promoting her latest big-screen project, the dramatic piece “UnMarry,” an entry to this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), Domingo will return to the stage in this Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) production scheduled to run from June 19 to Aug. 16, 2026.

PETA: the home of brutal honesty

“PETA doesn’t only show or present pieces merely for business,” Domingo said in a statement when radar Entertainment reached out to ask why she agreed to do the project.

“PETA also thinks of how to reflect. It serves as a reflection of society and our own self-perception. PETA will be brutally honest with you while asking questions like, ‘How are you now, Filipinos?’ ‘How are you now, the youth?’ ‘How are you now, theater?’ PETA ang mangunguna diyan.”

The iconic PETA journey: Bona and Night Mother

PETA’s “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 4” promises a chaotic, sharp-witted, and hilarious look at the world of Philippine theater-making, bringing the beloved satire to an entirely new medium.

In true “Septic Tank” fashion, the show takes audiences behind the curtain—then tears it down—exposing the ego, ambition, absurdity, and beautiful mess that fuel the industry today.

Domingo also shared how she feels about her return to the PETA stage. “It’s like a family to me. PETA is part of my unforgettable journey as an actress, especially on stage,” she began.

“I have done iconic pieces like ‘Bona,’” she pointed out. “And ‘Bona’ is Nora Aunor. I cannot forget how ecstatic I was upon watching ‘Bona.’ So you cannot imagine the fulfillment I felt, as a fan of Nora Aunor, to be seen by Nora Aunor in ‘Bona.’ At hindi mangyayari ’yon kung hindi ako inimbitahan ng PETA, at hindi naniwala ang PETA sa kakayahan ko bilang artista na manumbalik sa teatro sa pamamagitan ng ‘Bona.’”

“And then after that, nagkaroon naman ako ng ‘Night Mother’ with the most admirable actress that we have, an iconic actress also of the theater, Miss Cherie Lara,” she recalled. “It’s only the two of us on stage, and it was an important piece because it tackled a very sensitive issue.

“At hindi ko rin magagawa ang isang napaka-importanteng piece katulad ng ‘Night Mother’ kung hindi naisip ng PETA to be a part of that very useful presentation. And it’s very useful because kailangan siya ng society, kailangan siya ng mga tao ngayon,” the actress declared.

The newest PETA satire promises a chaotic, sharp-witted, and hilarious meta-comedy about ego, art, and the messy realities of Philippine theater-making today. In true “Septic Tank” fashion, the show takes audiences behind the curtain—then tears it down—exposing the ambition, absurdity, and beautiful mess that fuel the industry.

It dives into everything—from venue issues to ticket prices, from what we love to what we hate about theater, and from the past to the evolving future of the art form we love.

When asked what motivated writer Chris Martinez to embark on this specific project, he swiftly replied, “It’s about time.” This installment, directed by Maribel Legarda, will be bigger, bolder, and more meta than its predecessors.

As the home of smash-hit originals like “Rak of Aegis,” “Walang Aray,” and the musical adaptation of “One More Chance,” PETA is poised to deliver a production that’s as groundbreaking as the films that inspired it.

For more information about the show, follow PETA’s social media pages: @petatheater.

 

 

In true “Septic Tank” fashion, the show takes audiences behind the curtain—then tears it down—exposing the ego, ambition, absurdity, and beautiful mess that fuel the industry today.

 

 

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