Karisyuhan ha Uma (Festivities at the Fields)
September 13, 2026 (Sunday) 10:30 – 11:00 AM
Centro De Turismo
As twilight falls, a rural village bursts into a festive life. Families prepare food, decorate spaces, and gathering joy. Flirtatious banter fills the air, elders entertain with humorous games, and couples share quiet moments amid the crowd’s laughter. The night comes alive with folk dances – coconut shells clack in rhythm, duck-like steps bring smiles, and the bamboo pole dance steals the show with thrilling precision. Beneath lanterns and stars, the celebration becomes a lively expression of harvest, humor, and the unbreakable bonds of a joyful community.
About the Artist
The Leyte Dance Theater (LDT) of the Jess de Paz Foundation, Inc. is a premier Philippine folkloric dance company based in Tacloban City, Leyte. Founded by the late Maestro Jesus “Jess” de Paz, the troupe showcases traditional Filipino culture and heritage through dynamic theatrical dance performances. Composed of talented young dancers from across Region VIII, LDT regularly performs at local cultural festivals and tours internationally to promote Philippine arts worldwide.
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