As a Performer

As far back as 1992, Sarah is already showing impressive vocals and moves in the kiddie show "Pen Pen de Sarapen". She was part of the cast for three years, and the two years that followed (1995-1996) gave her a spot in the tweens afternoon comedy/talent show, "AngTV" on ABS-CBN, as herself.

In 2003, immediately following her win as the Grand Champion of "Star For A Night", a talent search contest hosted by Regine Velasquez, Sarah had sporadic performances at (Channel 7) GMA's SOP, a Sunday afternoon variety show.

Since 2004 to present, you may catch Sarah every Sunday as a mainstay at the star-studded musical variety show "ASAP" (All-Star Sunday Afternoon Party), on ABS-CBN. Sarah performs in several segments of the show: Grand Face Off (usually with Erik Santos, Rachelle Ann Go and Christian Bautista), YRS (with Yeng Constantino and Rachelle Ann Go), and her own segment called SOS (Sarah On Stage) which was originally the TOS (The Other Side of Sarah) segment. She's also a crowd favorite for the introduction numbers, spiels, and specials and tributes. Past segments where she performs include the Champions Showdown and MR (Music Room). ASAP is directed by Johnny Manahan, also known as Mr.M of the tv world.

As an Actress

In 2004, Sarah signed a contract with the TV network giant ABS-CBN (Channel 2), where she had her first project in acting by starring as Sarah Alagao in a light rom-com-drama tv series entitled "Sarah, The Teen Princess". The series was directed by John D. Lazatin and Ricky Rivero, and also starred Mark Bautista, Gloria Diaz, Jaime Fabregas, Beth Tamayo, Carla Humphries, Mikel Campos, Michael Agassi, Aiza Marquez, Ward Luarca, Jill Yulo, Eliza Pineda, Glaiza de Castro, Charlie Mac, Jon-Jon and Rommel of the rap group Salbakuta. The series ran from March to October, enjoying a 2 month extension due to the warm acceptance of the viewing public.

In 2005, Sarah sang the theme song of a Star Cinema movie, "Can This Be Love". She also became part of the fourth season of the weekly teen-oriented program, "SCQ Reload, Kilig Ako", aired on ABS-CBN.

In 2006, she lead the cast of one of ABS-CBN's primetime soap opera, "Bituing Walang Ningning". In this series, she starred as an aspiring singer named Dorina Pineda. Although critically dubbed as a remake of a movie of the same title, the tv series diverted several parts of the storyline, while maintaining the main plot of the idol-fan relationship of the characters. The series was directed by Gilbert Perez, Jerome Pobocan and Eric Salud. Angelika Dela Cruz starred as Dorina's idol-turned-arch-nemesis Lavinia Arguelles, while Carlo Aquino starred as Dorina's childhood friend, Oman. The powercast includes ZsaZsa Padilla, Ai-ai delas Alas, Ryan Agoncillo, Chinggoy Alonzo, Amy Austria, Tonton Gutierrez, Benjie Felipe, Carla Humphries, Dominic Ochoa, John Pratts, Mica Torre, Tuesday Vargas, Mico Palanca and Brenda Fox, among others. Sarah also released a soundtrack of the series. The series ran from May to October, wrapping up with a full-blast, big production concert at the Araneta Coliseum as the finale. This is the first teleserye in Philippine history to achieve such feat, and fans stormed to the Coliseum to be part of the finale showdown event for real and for reel. The show was also featured on Your Song prior to its pilot episode, as a way to introduce the cast and characters.

In 2007, Sarah took the lead role of a talented streetsmart yet loving young lady in the person of Emerald Gomez in ABS-CBN's primetime drama "Pangarap Na Bituin" opposite Jericho Rosales. Maja Salvador, Rica Peralejo and Nikki Gil also starred as Ruby and Sapphire (both the con and the real), the two other members of "The Jewel Sisters" who were separated from their mother and each other after an unfortunate calamity killed their loving father. The rest of the cast boasts of remarkable talents like Joel Torre, Christopher De Leon, Jaime Fabregas, Sandy Andolong, Boots Anson-Roa, Rio Locsin, Nanette Inventor, Cherry Pie Picache, Heart Evangelista, Nadia Montenegro, Arlene Muhlach, Bembol Roco, Maribeth Bichara, John Arcilla and Timmy Boy Sta.Maria. New talents in Pooh Garcia, Jay-r Siaboc, Cathy Gonzaga, Angel Sy, Ronald Jaimeer, Nikki Bagaporo and Phoebe Kay Arbotante were introduced in the series. Sarah also released an original soundtrack album for the series. The series was directed by Trina Dayrit and Eric Salud, and ran from September to December of 2007.

There were several shows aired by ABS-CBN where Sarah made guest appearances. Among others, "Ok, Fine, Whatever", "That's My Doc", "Wansapanataym", "John en Shirley", "Quizon Avenue", and "Yes Yes Show". Some of the more notable guestings that earned nods from critics include episodes of Your Song, Love Spell and Maalaala Mo Kaya, all aired over ABS-CBN.

your song fne For Your Song, Sarah starred in 3 different episodes to date. In an episode entitled "Forever's Not Enough", she played Mitch opposite Mark Bautista. She portrayed a young lady who is losing her memory due to a disease. The episode was aired on April 2, 2006. Since the TV series "Sarah, The Teen Princess" wrapped up in late 2004, this episode is the reunion performance of Sarah and Mark. Miss Carmi Martin also starred in a supporting role as Sarah's boy-crazy mother.

your song cml Another Your Song episode, "Pers Lab", this time with Carlo Aquino, was aired on October 8, 2006. Sarah played the role of Marge Hernandez, a simple and charming young lady who developed a special relationship with an extremely famous heartthrob portrayed by Aquino. This episode was released on the heels of the very successful tandem of Sarah and Carlo in Bituing Walang Ningning.

The latest Your Song episode where Sarah starred in was entitled "Carry My Love", aired on February 17, 2007. She played Sophia "Pia" Rodriguez, a mid-class theme park employee who fell in love with her rich employer played by Carlo Aquino.

One of the first tests of Sarah's comedic timing was in a Love Spell month-long run of Sweet Sixty. She played the magically transformed younger-looking version of Donya Rosing, a senior lady played by Gina Pareño. She showed promise in delivering funny lines and she has shown greater ease with her acting. She shared the screen with her leading man, Oyo Boy Sotto, and a supporting cast of Gina Pareño, Jake Cuence and Roxanna Guinoo. The episodes ran every Sunday from April 29, 2007 to May 27, 2007.

mmk kwintas For Maalaala Mo Kaya, her first of the 2 episodes became the testing waters for her tandem with John Lloyd Cruz. Entitled "Kwintas", it aired on ABS-CBN on September 8, 2006. Sarah played the role of Rose, a grocery store promodizer who has trust issues with boys, especially with chickboys like Jason (played by Cruz).

On her second Maalaala Mo Kaya guesting episode, Sarah was tested for her dramatic abilities. Starring with Cherry Pie Picache, Sarah is Rose Marie Calderon, the daughter of a struggling single-mom trying to fight out poverty. This episode was entitled "Doll House", and was aired on August 16, 2008.

As a TV Host

Besides acting , Sarah also showed promise in doing hosting jobs for reality talent shows. Being a product of a talent search herself, Sarah can easily relate to the contestants as they go through the gruelling process of performing and taking in criticisms.

She co-hosted the Search For Star in a Million for its first season which aired from March to May 2005. Her co-hosts were fellow Champions Christian Bautista, Erik Santos, Mark Bautista, and Rachelle Ann Go.

On September of the same year, Sarah had another hosting stint in Little Big Star. She led the nationwide broadcast of the show from Manila, while Sheryn Regis led the Visayas broadcast from Cebu, and Nikki Bacolod for the Mindanao broadcast from Davao. After two seasons, ABS-CBN pulled the plug after the finale on July 2006.

The TV network then decided to create a spin-off show called Little Big SuperStar. In February 2007, Sarah became the main host of the new show, with Makisig Morales as her co-host. The Little Big SuperStar ran into its grand finale on May 2007.