Metro Magic Mac Florendo and Emmanuel Espiritu Opens Lecheng Pag-ibig ’To Live with Interactive Magic and Mind Readingo

Before the conversations began, the magic was already happening.

Metro Magic Philippines artists Mac Florendo and Emmanuel Espiritu brought modern interactive magic and mind reading to the live Lecheng Pag-ibig ’To podcast with DJ Chacha and Sam YG on October 9, 2026. Performing as the preshow entertainment, the duo introduced audiences to an experience that unfolded both up close and on stage.

Their performances brought the mystery directly to the people in the room, making audience participation a central part of the entertainment.

From Up-Close Encounters to the Stage

Up-close magic offers a special kind of connection. With the performer just a short distance away, participants can follow each moment closely and experience the impossible happening right before their eyes.

Mac and Emmanuel brought that intimate approach to the live event, alongside stage performances that allowed the wider audience to share in the experience. The combination gave guests two perspectives on modern magic: personal encounters up close and interactive moments presented in front of the crowd.

Mind reading added another layer of mystery to the preshow, bringing thoughts and choices into the performance. The focus remained on the participants, whose involvement helped make each experience personal.

A Shared Experience Before the Show

As preshow entertainment, Metro Magic helped set the mood before DJ Chacha and Sam YG took the audience into Lecheng Pag-ibig ’To.

The appearance highlighted how magic can bring people together at a live event. Participants experienced the performances firsthand while the audience witnessed the moments unfold, creating a shared sense of curiosity and anticipation.

For Mac Florendo, founder of Metro Magic Philippines and the 2017 Philippine Cardistry Champion, and fellow artist Emmanuel Espiritu, the event was an opportunity to share their approach to contemporary magic: interactive, engaging, and centered on human connection.

From close-up encounters to the stage, their performances offered a fitting opening to an evening of live entertainment.

Special Thanks

Metro Magic Philippines extends its heartfelt thanks to The Pod Network, RecRoom, Shakey’s, and Spotify for having Mac Florendo and Emmanuel Espiritu as part of the event.

Thank you as well to DJ Chacha and Sam YG, and to everyone who took part in the magic. It was a pleasure to bring a little wonder to the audience before Lecheng Pag-ibig ’To began.