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Since 2002, Vancouver has witnessed an artistic and cultural exchange with the 30 year- old Kathara Dance Theatre Collective from Davao, in the Southern Philippines. Founded by Elenita "Boots" Dumlao and under the artistic direction of Filipino-Canadian Babette Santos, Kathara Canada continues to foster awareness of Philippine indigenous identity through theatre, traditional and contemporary music, dance and martial arts.Their colorful costumes,indigenous sounds with unique instruments and variety of neo-ethnic dance,martial movement, represent how beautifully diverse the pre-colonial Philippine roots really are.
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Kathara Canada members, although born in the Philippines, Canada or of blended origins, are all very passionate about connecting and exploring their Filipino heritage and sharing their experiences.Members occasionally travel to the Philippines to study with the Masters in dance or Martial arts,musicians, artists,community organizers,and indigenous groups in deepening their connection. In the spirit of intercultural exchange as they did in their beginning, Kathara invites guest artists or collaborates with Vancouver's World Music Musicians to explore the Philippines and its interwoven ancient history with linkages to India, China, Islam, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Kathara Canada is committed to the preservation of all indigenous cultures and creating peace through art.
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