On Sept. 6, Friday, SAYAW TUNGO SA KALAYAAN will have a repeat performance at the Metropolitan Theater in Manila. Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan has generously agreed to open the doors of the theater for two performances, a 3:00 PM Matinee for students and a 6:00 PM Gala for the employees of the City of Manila and guests.
Related posts:
Sayaw tells the story of the Filipino, from ancient times to the modern age, through dance, music, and LED imagery. Featuring a medley of music by National Artists Ryan Cayabyab, Lucrecia Kasilag, Dr. Ramon Santos, and other notable compositions from contemporary Filipino composers, the production features musical artists Shiela Valderrama-Martinez, Marynor Madamesila, Arman Ferrer, and David Ezra.
The dancers of ARDP with dance trainees from the University of the East showcase the different stages of our history – from pre-colonial to Spanish and American eras, from our struggle for freedom to contemporary times – in powerful choreographies by National Artist for Dance, Alice Reyes, Augustus Bam Damian III, Ronelson Yadao, Lester Reguindin, Dan Dayo, and AL Abraham.
Multi-awarded set designer Loy Arcenas and internationally trained technical director Barbie Tantiongco bring the different eras to life through mesmerizing visuals with Video Designs by Joyce Garcia.
SAYAW TUNGO SA KALAYAAN is presented bythe City of Manila with the Metropolitan Theater and National Comission for Culture and the Arts featuring Alice Reyes Dance Philippines with the support of Senator Pia Cayetano and the Cultural Center of the Philippines.
Click here for more stories like this. You may also follow and subscribe to our social media accounts: Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, X, and Kumu.
