With support from the California Arts Council, Parangal Dance Company will expand our arts advocacy work by producing Padayon, our tenth anniversary show showcasing cultural dance pieces from overlooked and underrepresented indigenous groups in the Philippines. We are seeking funding for renting our venue, marketing collateral, art supplies, costumes, props, and instruments. We will then be able to make use of our earnings and supplies we have for performances and tours during the next year.
Our objectives are:
a) to provide workshops in ethnic dance, music, and attires inspired from the cultures of the Philippines;
b) to sponsor special events involving the public performance of any or all of the above art forms as well as other performing arts by the corporation’s performers as well as by other community performing arts groups;
c) to directly engage in and to provide support for others to engage in the promotion of the arts;
d) to nurture existing members in their artistic potential by empowering them with knowledge and freedom to express their connection and pride in the Philippine heritage;
e) to continue to learn, share, and impart Philippine folk arts so the traditions can live on for future generations; and
f) to purchase crafts, ethnic textiles, and instruments directly from various indigenous groups in the Philippines to support and help preserve their respective cultural heritage, ensuring transmission of indigenous skills and techniques to the next generation.
