Portfolio
Bridging Traditions through Artistic Vision and Community Leadership
Spanning the professional landscapes of the Philippines and Canada, this portfolio documents my dual path as a stage artist and a community leader. The Performances and Productions section details my evolution from a principal dancer to a director for renowned national and regional companies. In Leadership & Community Projects, I highlight the establishment of vital cultural hubs and the various collaborations that have emerged from them. This includes my dedicated work in research and heritage, where projects like Paglalayag and Echoes of Identity serve as a cornerstone for documenting our history, ensuring that the stories of our community are mapped, filmed, and remembered.
Performances and Productions
Performances
Roles:
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Odette/Odile in Swan Lake
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Sugar Plum Fairy in Nutcracker
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Gamzatti in La Bayadere
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Columbine in Harlequinade
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the Bluebird Pas de Deux in Sleeping Beauty
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Hermia in Midsummer Night's Dream
Productions
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Choreographer and Teacher. AngLahi Festival. Pinnacle Village. Los Angeles, CA. October 2024
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Director, Writer and Researcher. Paglalayag: the Philippines to Canada Journey, video documentary. Philippine Arts Council. Edmonton, AB. 2021
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Artistic Director. Emma - the Musical. Myer Horowitz Theatre. Edmonton, AB. July 2018
Leadership and Community Projects
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Program Director and Curator. Echoes of Identity: Tracking Filipino Cultural Landscapes in Edmonton. A cultural mapping project. Philippine Arts Council. Edmonton, AB. 2024-present
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Organizer. Pagbabahagi: a Give to Gain MicroSkills Offering. Edmonton Philippine International Centre. Edmonton, AB. March 2026
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Project Manager. Sama Sama Kultura, a Host Celebration Site for Alberta Culture Days. Edmonton, AB, Canada. September 2025
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Project Manager. Kumilos Tayo! (Let’s Act): Addressing Racism with the Filipino Community. Edmonton Philippine International Centre. Edmonton, AB, Canada. 2024