PH Takes Center Stage at South Hampton Cultural Center 2019

Tribu Cebuano, a group of performers of Cebuano Engaging in Building Unity, Inc. (CEBU), performs “Sinulog” choreographed by Shiran Ibanez. The group was a grand winner of the Independence Parade held in Manhattan on 02 June 2019. (New York PCG photo)

NEW YORK 18 June 2019 — The Philippine Consulate General New York and the Department of Tourism (DOT) New York Office participated in the 2019 Spring Performing Arts Festival organized by the South Hampton Cultural Center (SCC), in collaboration with the Asian Cultural Arts Alliance, held at Levitas Center for the Arts in South Hampton, New York on 02 June 2019.

In its effort to nourish excellence in all creative forms and instill curiosity, inspiration and connection among the diverse culture in South Hampton community, the Spring Performing Art Festival showcase two countries every year. This year, the SCC featured the Philippines and China. 

During the live performance event, the Philippines was represented by Tribu Cebuano and Teatro Kandusay,  local  performing dance groups of the two active community groups: Cebuano Engaging in Building Unity, Inc. (CEBU) and SocSkSargen USA, Inc., respectively.

Tribu Cebuano, the Best Performer in the annual Independence parade in Manhattan,  showcased the distinctly beautiful Sinulog dance, with its performers wearing their colorful and intricate costumes. The Teatro Kandusay of SocSkSargen USA, Inc, performed Dugso, which is a ceremonial dance for thanksgiving and prayer for protection during important occasion and Agtatanum, a celebration of a bountiful harvest among the Manobo people in Bukidnon.

During the open workshops, the DOT welcomed guests and introduced heritage sites and tourism places in the country. Fabrics from the SocSkSargen region including T’nalak and T’boli bead works were also on display as well as a video on the weaving tradition in the area. 

The workshop and live performance events were followed by a reception where Filipino and Chinese cuisines were served. The event was attended by the greater South Hampton community. END

Teatro Kandusay (Kanta, Dula at Sayaw) represented SocSkSargen USA, Inc. and performed Bukidnon traditional dances namely Dugso, a ceremonial dance for thanksgiving and prayer for protection during important occasion and Agtatanum,a celebration of a bountiful harvest among the Manobo people in Bukidnon. (New York PCG photo)

Tribu Cebuano, a group of performers of Cebuano Engaging in Building Unity, Inc. (CEBU performs Sinulog choreographed by Mr. Shiran Ibanez. Tribu Cebuano was a grand winner of the Independence Parade held in Manhattan on 02 June 2019. (New York PCG photo)

TeatroKandusay (Kanta, Dula at Sayaw) represented SocSkSargen USA, Inc. rendered a celebration of a bountiful harvest in their T’boli traditional dresses. (New York PCG photo)

Ms. Luz Navarro (third from left) and Mr. Joey Chanco (first from right) of the Department of Tourism – New York and Ms. Olivia Osias-Magpile, Cultural Officer of the Philippine Consulate General New York together with the organizers from South Hampton Cultural Center Mr. Steven Llorens (Center) and Filcom leader Atty. Dulce Barangan. (New York PCG photo)

Traditional and modern T’boli and Tinalak dresses were presented during the open workshops. (New York PCG photo)

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