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Philippine Barangay Performing Arts Society

admin — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 02:10:49 +0000

Find out what “Barangay” means and what members are doing to keep its meaning relevant to young Filipino-Canadians in Edmonton.

Growing together through music and dance

Written for Barangay’s 2002 Gala, “Karangalan ng Lahi” (Proud Heritage), this write-up tracks the evolution of Barangay from a group of six young girls called “Barangay Children’s Dance Troupe” to the multi-awarded performing arts group it is known today.

A vision fulfilled

Ever wondered how Barangay all started ? This brings you back to 1984 when Bert David dared to pursue his dream with the able help of Maria Hicks (nee Jimenez).

The people behind Barangay’s success

Barangay’s growth and success is a testament to the hard work and commitment of parent volunteers who have helped shape Barangay. This article recognizes the key people who are instrumental in bringing Barangay to where it is right now.

philippinebarangay@gmail.com

http://members.shaw.ca/barangay/

Kababayan Pilipino

admin — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:06:51 +0000

Kababayang Pilipino of British Columbia is a cultural performing arts group dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the Filipino folk heritage through the presentation of authentic Filipino dance, music, song and drama.

Kababayang Pilipino provides the opportunity for its members to educate themselves and in turn, educate the community at large about the rich history and culture of the Filipino.

Kababayang Pilipino
c/o 708-1008 Cambie Street
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
V6B 6J7

http://kababayangpilipino.org/

FOLKLORICO

admin — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:56:49 +0000

In line with the objectives of Canadian Multiculturalism, Folklorico Filipino (Canada) aims for the development and promotion of the Filipino identity through performing arts by:

Depicting Philippine culture through music, song, dance, and drama

Training interested Filipinos of all ages in Philippine folk music, dance, and drama

Showing the public Philippine customs, traditions, and history through folk song, dance and drama

Encouraging Filipinos and other Canadians to discover and develop their talents and abilities and to develop their potential in the performing arts.

As a cultural group, Folklorico proudly operates as a non-profit organization working from voluntary donations and contributions through sponsorship and performance fees. Dancers, choreographers and administrators work without financial remuneration. Volunteering is rewarded by the fulfilment achieved through the sharing of filipino culture and heritage. Folklorico has been involved with the social and cultural affairs of many organizations, schools, colleges, and governments. Since its founding in 1974, the commitment to promote the Filipino identity within the Canadian mosaic remains unchanged.

http://www.folkloricofilipino.com/

The Fiesta Filipina Dance Troupe (FFDT)

admin — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:26:31 +0000

The Fiesta Filipina Dance Troupe (FFDT), established in 1966, is the premier traditional Filipino performing dance company in North America. FFDT is a non-profit organization and is a member of the Mississauga Arts Council, the Community Folk Arts Council of Toronto and Folklore Canada. Led by Executive Director Estrellita “Estring” Aguinaldo, Executive Producer Odette Aguinaldo, Artistic Director, Lynda Sue Aguinaldo and Musical Director Rose Aguinaldo, the company is poised to continue the legacy of the late George Aguinaldo whose unmatched artistic contribution has helped start and enhance the aritistry of many Filipino folk groups. Its success and mission has made this dance troupe an institution to follow for many up and coming cultural dance troupes from around the world and for Filipinos and Filipino culture enthusiasts. Based in Mississauga, Ontario, this acclaimed Filipino Canadian folk arts ensemble, made up exclusively of volunteers, has been dedicated to promoting, preserving, and propagating Philippine arts and culture in Canada and the world through music, song and dance for over 40 years.

fiesta.filipina@yahoo.ca

http://www.fiestafilipina.org/

PhilCAS Of BC

admin — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 02:07:34 +0000

PhilCAS of BC is a registered non-profit organization primarily dedicated to ‘introducing Philippine culture through dance and music and instilling in Filipino children a sense of pride, cultural awareness and identity in their Filipino heritage’. In addition, we wish to focus on strengthening the concept of harmoniously existing with the various multi-cultural sectors in the community. The members of this Society are mostly young Filipino-Canadians whose main interests are to discover their roots and eventually propagate this traditions to their peers.

http://www.philcas.org/