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Aug 24, 2019 · 1. Epic poetry is considered the highest point of Filipino folk literature, and dates back to the pre-colonial period. These epics, usually of romance or adventure, are commonly presented during festivals and gatherings such as weddings, baptisms, and wakes. Singers have been known to perform for hours at a time.
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- Tinikling. Introduced: Spanish Colonial Era. Originated: Leyte. Pole length: 6ft. (sometimes longer) Attire: Patadyong or baro’t saya for women, Barong Tagalog or camisa de chino for men.
- Cariñosa. Introduced: Spanish Colonial Era. Originated: Panay Island. Accessories: Fan and handkerchief (In Bicol, they have 2 handkerchiefs) Attire: Maria Clara for women, Barong Tagalog for men.
- Pandanggo sa Ilaw. Introduced: Spanish Colonial Era. Originated: Lubang Island, Mindoro. Accessories: Three oil lamps or three candles in glass containers, castanets (or dancers simply use their hands for clapping), and a handkerchief.
- Maglalaltik. Introduced: Spanish Colonial Era. Originated: Binan, Laguna. Accessories: 4-6 coconut shells. Attire: Colored trousers and shirt to depict the difference between Moros and Christians.
- Tinikling
- Singkil
- Cariñosa
- Itik-Itik
- Pandanggo SA Ilaw
- Maglalatik
- Kuratsa
- Sayaw SA Bangko
- Binasuan
- Pantomina
Ah, Tinikling! This is probably the most popular folk dance in the Philippines. I think every Filipino student had the chance to perform the Tinikling dance at least once in their lives, especially during Buwan ng Wika (Filipino Language Month). The dance originated from the province of Leyte, a Visayan Island. The dance imitates the movements of a...
The Singkil dance originated from the Maranao people of Mindanao. It is based on the story of Darangen, a pre-Islamic Marano interpretation of the popular Hindu epic, the Ramayana. It is an ancient dance traditionally performed by single women to attract potential suitors. It is somehow similar to the Tinikling because the dancers perform a series ...
The Carinosa dance is also one of the most popular Filipino folk dances. In fact, it has also been considered as the national dance of the Philippines under the Marcos regime. Carinosa, which translates to “affectionate one”, first originated from the Panay Islands, specifically the Visayan and Bicol regions. The famous dance represents the shy man...
This popular folk dance in the Philippines represents the literal translation of its name Itik, which means a duck. That’s right, a duck dance! The dancers do their best to imitate the movements of a duck such as flying, wading, and even short steps in the most creative way possible. Itik-Itik originated from the province of Surigao, but it’s also ...
Number 6 on the list is also one of the most popular and visually aesthetic folk dances in the Philippines, the Pandanggo sa Ilaw. It is sometimes referred to as the “Dance of Lights”. Basically, the dance is performed with three (3) oil lamps that the dancer has to balance, a lamp is placed on each hand, and the other one is balanced on the top of...
Another popular folk dance of the Philippines is called the Maglalatik or sometimes, Magbabao. Wonder why? Well, for one, “latik” refers to the sweet delicacy achieved by boiling coconut milk. Another is because the main prop and instrument for the dance are called the “bao” or coconut shell. Unlike all of the other dances before, this one only inc...
Next up, it’s the Kuratsa Dance which originated once again in the province of Leyte and Samar. It is usually danced during fiestas, family reunions, weddings, and even birthday parties! The version of the dance is slightly different from one province to the other. The most popular version is called the Kuratsa Menor, while other versions such as K...
Sayaw sa Bangko literally translates to “dance on top of a bench”, which is a folk dance that originated from the province of Pangasinan. Normally, the width of the benches is only 6 inches. Imagine how hard it is just to stand on that chair, right? During the routine of Sayaw sa Bangko, the dancers inch and hop from one end of the bench to the oth...
Next up! Originating once again from the province of Pangasinan is the Binasuan folk dance. Just like the famous Pandanggo sa Ilaw, this is also a dance featuring the balancing skills of the dancers. “Binasuan” literally means “with the use of drinking glasses”. The dancers execute the routine with glasses filled with rice wine placed on each of th...
Pantomina is originally a wedding dance performed by the newlyweds themselves to show their unwavering love to their family and relatives. The visitors usually throw coins at the couple and sometimes a plate is placed on the ground so people can put money on it. The Pantomina dance originated in Biicol, especially during weddings and festivals in t...
May 16, 2020 · Ang variety show ay tinatawag rin na “variety arts” o “variety entertainment” sa ingles. Ito ay isa palabas na may iba’t-ibang elemento katulad ng pagkanta, komedya, drama, at iba pa. Ngunit, ang isang pinaka-mahalagang aspeto ng isang variety show ay ang host nito.
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Oct 5, 2021 · It is a descriptive-qualitative method employing a content analysis design to elicit various Korean factors and its similarities in Filipino culture from the three KDramas – Endless Love: Autumn in...
