The show
depicted the dance of Northern and Southern Philippines, some dances here in
Panay, Maria Cultural Suite, Panayana Cultural Group, WVSU Rondalla Ensemble,
and Countryside dancers. It was all in all a great show. I’ve been watching the
Pescar’s show for almost three years now and this one never failed to amaze me
especially the Contemporary and Hip Hop dances. A big Two Thumbs Up!
The
Cultural Center was fully packed with students from West Visayas and also from
other schools. It was really an anticipated event. The first dance was Usa –
oy. The Grandest of all canao is the Uya – oy. The Uya – oy is mainly
celebrated by a Kadangyan or chieftain of the village. The second dance was
Bendian, the biggest Bendian is to celebrate a victory in war and a successful
headhunt. It was followed by Pawakan or cockfighters dance. Next were Silong sa
Sanding, Kappa Malong – Malong, La Jota Sevillana, Pandangguido BuraweÑo,
Binasuan, and our very known Tinikling. The dances were all well prepared and
the songs and costumes were also thrilling. I loved watching them dance and the
crowd also agreed in my opinion.
The
Panaya Cultural Group also showed what they’ve got! They sang Ati – ati sa
bukid, Dalawidaw and Kruhay. I was amazed how good they were. I for one am not
a good singer. That’s why I really admire those people who can sing and are
sharing their talents as well.
But the
best part is yet to come! The Contemporary Dances were also good. They dance,
“Im too sexy for your love”, “Kung ako ay Iiwan mo”, “Hopeless” and the crowd
favorite, “In the Jungle”. I too liked the Dance In the Jungle. It was fun and
funny at the same time. Also because I knew some of the dancers and I’ve seen
their dances way back then. And last but not the least, the Hip Hop dance, “The
Race”. Their costume and style were entirely different from those of the
folkdances. Of course, so not to bore the audience, they have to put their cream
of the crop performance in the end. It was a great show! An awesome one indeed!
I’m
happy to watch Shadow. And I’m hoping there’s more in the future! Definitely a
Two thumbs Up!
