PhilFest 2019 Entertainment Schedule
Here is a tentative PhilFest 2019 Entertainment Schedule. Please come back often to see the latest schedule updates. :
FRIDAY, APRIL 5, 2019
5:00 PM | “ABA-THE MAN WITH THE THOUSAND VOICES” [Sinagtala Theater]
House music and entertainment, compliments of Fr. Christian “Aba” Villagomeza, PhilFest 2019’s official DJ
6:00 PM | Announcements and Games [Sinagtala Theater]
Announcements, Games, and Free Give-aways
6:30 PM | Welcome Speeches by Dr. Ross Balderama, PCFI Chairman 2018-2019, PhilFest 2019 Chairman
PCFI Chairman 2018-19 and PhilFest 2019 Chairman Dr. Ross Balderama will officially welcome all guests and participants at PhilFest 2019.
6:45 PM | TALLAHASSEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE DANCE COMPANY [Sinagtala Theater]
Tallahassee Community College Dance Company performs contemporary dances with a touch of Filipino choreographed by Professor-Choreographer Aurora Hansen
7:00 PM | PRESENTATION OF MS/MRS PHILFEST 2019 PARTICIPANTS [Sinagtala Theater]
Presentation of the “Ms./Mrs. PhilFest 2019” organization representatives competing for the “Mrs. PhilFest 2019” title who will be announced on Sunday, April 7th before the official closing of PhilFest
7:30 PM |PHILIPPINE SKETCHES [Sinagtala Theater]
Presented by the Philippine Choral Group, Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble and the Philippine Performing Arts Company, Inc., PHILIPPINE SKETCHES paints Philippine scenes through music and dance as arranged and composed by Nhick Ramiro Pacis and directed by Connie Chanrasmi and Joey Omila
8:00 PM | TANGHALANG PAMBATA 2019 [Sinagtala Theater]
Tanghalang Pambata 2019 is a talent competition for children and youth ages 6 to 15.
With special participation of Isaiah Quillao (Tanghalang Pambata 2018 Winner), Jennifer Manangan (Tanghalang Pambata 2012 Winner) and Indak Pambata
9:00 PM | Open for Volunteer Performers [Sinagtala Theater]
This slot is open for volunteer performers
Sign up to perform11:00 PM PhilFest Closes
PhilFest 2019 Entertainment Schedule is tentative. Please come back often to see the latest updates. Thank you!
SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2019
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | “ARTE” PHILIPPINE EXHIBIT [Bayanihan Arts and Events Center]
Philippine Cultural Exhibit at the Bayanihan Arts & Events Center FREE to the public. A MUST to visit.
10:00 AM | “ABA-THE MAN WITH A THOUSAND VOICES ” [Sinagtala Theater]
The music and the voice of “ABA – The Man with a Thousand Voices”
10:30 AM | DANCE FLOOR BREAKER [Sinagtala Theater]
A group of Filipino-Americans who love to dance as their way of getting some exercise for healthy body and mind. This also keeps them connected as the closest of friends!
10:45 AM | SHXAILEN [Sinagtala Theater]
Modern dance with vocals by SHXAILEN from Kissimmee, Florida
11:00 AM | ROMELISA CLARK [Sinagtala Theater]
Once a member of the ethnic dance group at Basilan State College, Romelisa Clark performs her favorite, “Dayang Dayang”, a variant of the dance called Pakiring, popular among the people of Mindanao, Sulu and Sabah in the Philippines.
11:10 AM | 4EVER40 YOUNG SISTERHOOD DANCERS [Sinagtala Theater]
Young members of the 4Ever40 Sisterhood, a non-profit organization for the empowerment of women and children through education.
11:20 AM | Announcements and Games [Sinagtala Theater]
Announcements, Games, and Free Give-aways
11:30 AM | FILIPINO AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF PITTSBURGH DANCE TROUPE [Sinagtala Theater]
“Cordillera Suite” presented by the FILIPINO AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF PITTSBURGH DANCE TROUPE
11:45 AM | LUZVIMINDA ARNIS/KALI [Sinagtala Theater]
Filipino Martial Arts exhibition by Luzviminda Arnis Kali Brotherhood based in the Tampa Bay Area.
12:00 Noon | Tallahassee Community College Dance Company [Sinagtala Theater]
Tallahassee Community College Dance Company performs contemporary ballet with a touch of Philippine dances choreographed by Professor Aurora Hansen.
12:15 PM | PACO DANCERS [Sinagtala Theater]
Dancers from the Philippine American Cultural Organization perfrom Ang Dalagang Filipina, a Maria Clara Pamaypay Dance (Fan Dance)
12:30 PM | FOLKLORICO FILIPINIANA [Sinagtala Theater]
Philippine dances by Folklorico Filipiniana from Tallahassee, Florida
12:45 PM | Announcements and Games [Sinagtala Theater]
Announcements and Games
1:00 PM | Tanghalang Pambata 2019 Winner [Sinagtala Theater]
“Tanghalang Pambata 2019” Winner performs at the PhilFest stage.
1:05 PM | ASHER RAY [Sinagtala Theater]
21-year-old Asher Ray who has lived in Tampa for the past 5 years brings a passionate performance to Sarah Geronimo’s “Tala”.
1:15 PM | SANLAHI, INC. [Sinagtala Theater]
From Melbourne, Florida, Sanlahi Dance Troupe consists of Filipino dance members whose goal is to promote Philippine culture and tradition through music and dance.
1:20 PM | 3 GENERATIONS OF ZUMBA [Sinagtala Theater]
Mother, daughter and grand daughter – 3 generations with a goal to make fitness fun! Everyone is welcome to enjoy getting fit while having fun. Just follow along and let the rhythm get you!
1:30 PM | HERNANDO COUNTY PHILIPPINE-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION, INC. [Sinagtala Theater]
HCPAA performs “Paypay de Manila”. HCPAA is a non- profit civic and charitable organization based in Spring Hill/Brooksville area established to pursue activities that foster camaraderie, promote Filipino culture awareness and engage in voluntary and charitable activities for its members and the community.
1:30 PM | TALLAHASSEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE DANCE COMPANY [Bayanihan Arts and Events Center]
Tallahassee Community College Dance Company performs contemporary ballet with a touch of Philippine dances choreographed by Professor Aurora Hansen.
1:40 PM | FEISTY MOMMIES [Sinagtala Theater]
A group of moms who enjoy fellowship through dancing and want to share their talents with the Filipino community.
1:45 PM | INDAK PAMBATA [Sinagtala Theater]
Philippine dances by the children of “Indak Pambata” choreographed by Judy Sibayan
2:00 PM | “PHILFEST GOES LATIN” with May Golez and Friends [Sinagtala Theater]
Latin dances by May Golez and friends.
2:30 PM | YFAMD AND KAHELALANI OF DIVERSE DANCE STUDIO [Sinagtala Theater]
Hip Hop number by the Young Filipino-American Modern Dancers and Polynesian Dance by Halau Kahealani from Virginia.
2:45 PM | FIL-MILLENNIAL DANCERS OF THE FILIPINO LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL SCHOOL [Sinagtala Theater]
FIL-MILLENNIAL DANCERS OF THE FILIPINO LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL SCHOOL from Jacksonville and St. Augustine perform Philippine dances
3:00 PM | GRAND FLORES DE PHILFEST PARADE [PhilFest Grounds]
“Grand Flores de PhilFest Parade of Beauties” with the participation of members of the Philippine community of Tampa Bay, the Fiesta Mo Sa Florida “Pageant for a Cause” beauty pageant contestants.
4:00 PM | TRIBUTE TO FILIPINO AND AMERICAN VETERANS [Sinagtala Theater]
PhilFest presents Global Pinoy Champion USA Mr. Don Bronto and his guests as he gives “Tribute to the Filipino and American Veterans and Servicemen”
4:30 PM | PRESENTATION AND TALENT PORTION OR MS/MRS PHILFEST 2019 COMPETITION [Sinagtala Theater]
Talent presentation of the Ms./Mrs. PhilFest 2019” organization representatives competing for the “Mrs. PhilFest 2019” title who will be announced on Sunday, April 7th at 5:15 pm before the official closing of PhilFest.
5:00 PM | FIESTA MO SA FLORIDA 2019 PAGEANT PRESENTATION [Sinagtala Theater]
Pinoy at Iba Pa presents Miss Philippines Earth FLORIDA 2019 and the 2019 Fiesta Mo Sa Florida “Pageant for a Cause” beauty pageant contestants.
5:30 PM – 4:00 PM | ENTERTAINMENT HOUR [Sinagtala Theater]
ENTERTAINMENT HOUR presenting this year special TFC guests.
6:30 PM | SNRG AND DIVERSE DANCE STUDIO [Sinagtala Theater]
Virginia-based SNRG VOCAL GROUP
6:45 PM | PHILIPPINE CHORAL GROUP [Sinagtala Theater]
Philippine songs presented by the Philippine Choral Group
7:00 PM | MUSIKONG KAWAYAN BAMBOO ENSEMBLE [Sinagtala Theater]
Philippine songs presented by the Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble
7:15 PM | FILIPINO AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF PITTSBURGH DANCE TROUPE [Sinagtala Theater]
“Mindanao Suite” by the Filipino American Association of Pittsburgh Dance Troupe
7:30 PM | SANLAHI, INC. [Sinagtala Theater]
From Melbourne, Florida, Sanlahi Dance Troupe consists of Filipino dance members whose goal is to promote Philippine culture and tradition through music and dance.
7:45 PM | FIL-MILLENNIAL DANCERS OF THE FILIPINO LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL SCHOOL [Sinagtala Theater]
FIL-MILLENNIAL DANCERS OF THE FILIPINO LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL SCHOOL from Jacksonville and St. Augustine perform Philippine dances
8:00 PM | REVOLUTION 2019 [Sinagtala Theater]
“REVOLUTION 2019” Dance Competition (A unique dance competition with a twist of Philippine dance choreography) with special performance of the Philippine Performing Arts Company, Inc. and other guests.
11:00 PM | PhilFest closes
PhilFest 2019 Entertainment Schedule is tentative. Please come back often to see the latest updates. Thank you!
SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 2019
9:00 AM | HOLY MASS [Sinagtala Theater]
PhilFest opens for those who would like to attend a Sunday Holy Mass on site.
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | “ARTE” PHILIPPINE EXHIBIT [Bayanihan Arts and Events Center]
Philippine Cultural Exhibits at the Bayanihan Arts & Events Center FREE to the public. A MUST to visit. Remember, this is the last day to see the exhibits!
10:00 AM | MUSIC BY ABA [Sinagtala Theater]
The music and the voice of “ABA – The Man with a Thousand Voices”
10:30 AM | Announcements and Games [Sinagtala Theater]
Announcements, Games, and Free Give-aways
10:45 AM | Open for Volunteer Performers [Sinagtala Theater]
This slot is open for volunteer performers
Sign up to perform11:15 AM | Open for Volunteer Performers [Sinagtala Theater]
This slot is open for volunteer performers
Sign up to perform11:30 AM | DANCE FLOOR BREAKER [Sinagtala Theater]
A group of Filipino-Americans who love to dance as their way of getting some exercise for healthy body and mind. This also keeps them connected as the closest of friends!
11:45 AM | OPERATION 9 [Sinagtala Theater]
A high school musical group made out of cousins from Miami, Florida
12:00 Noon | ROADBLOCKS BAND [Sinagtala Theater]
First Place winner at the 2018 Largo Winterfest, Roadblocks Band comes to PhilFest for the second time. These talented kids are just 11-14 years old!
12:30 PM| 3 GENERATIONS OF ZUMBA [Sinagtala Theater]
Mother, daugher and grand daughter – 3 generations with a goal to make fitness fun! Everyone is welcome to enjoy getting fit while having fun. Just follow along and let the rhythm get you!
12:40 PM | FEISTY MOMMIES [Sinagtala Theater]
A group of moms who enjoy fellowship through dancing and want to share their talents with the Filipino community.
12:45 PM | TALLAHASSEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE DANCE COMPANY [Sinagtala Theater]
The Tallahassee Community College Dance Company performs contemporary ballet with a touch of Philippine dances choreographed by Professor Aurora Hansen.
1:00 PM | TAWAG NG TANGHALAN 2019 [Sinagtala Theater]
“Tawag ng Tanghalan 2019” Singing Competition for adults. Guest performer is Jennifer Barican, Tawag ng Tanghalan 2018 winner.
2:00 PM | YUGYUGAN 2019 [PhilFest Grounds]
“YUGYUGAN” street parade participated by all the Philippine organizations of Tampa Bay and surrounding cities! Public is welcome to join and dance in the parade.
2:30 PM | THE TROUBLEMAKERZ BAND [Sinagtala Theater]
Rock and Roll, Funk, Philippine and Oldies selections with the Troublemakerz Band from Sarasota, Florida.
3:15 PM | PHILIPPINE CHORAL GROUP [Sinagtala Theater]
Philippine songs presented by the Philippine Choral Group
3:30 PM | PHILIPPINE PERFORMING ARTS COMPANY, INC AND INDAK PAMBATA [Sinagtala Theater]
Philippine dances by the Philippine Performing Arts Company, Inc. and Indak Pambata
3:45 PM | MUSIKONG KAWAYAN BAMBOO ENSEMBLE [Sinagtala Theater]
The Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble (bamboo orchestra)
4:00 PM | PHILIPPINE FASHION SHOW 2019 [Sinagtala Theater]
A Philippine Fashion Show presented by the Philippine Performing Arts Company and guests’ models from the Philippine community.
4:30 PM | FINAL PRESENTATION AND PARADE OF MS/MRS PHILFEST 2019 PARTICIPANTS [Sinagtala Theater]
Final presentation of the “Ms./Mrs. PhilFest 2019” organization representatives competing for the “Mrs. PhilFest 2019” title followed immediately with the final parade of contestants with a special participation of Reyna Elena 2019.
5:00 PM | GRAND RAFFLE DRAWING [Sinagtala Theater]
Here’s a chance to win PhilFest’s biggest giveaway!
5:15 PM | ANNOUNCEMENT OF MS/MRS PHILFEST 2019 WINNERS [Sinagtala Theater]
Announcement and coronation of Ms./Mrs. PhilFest 2019 winners.
7:00 PM PhilFest 20198 officially closes
PhilFest 2019 Entertainment Schedule is tentative. Please come back often to see the latest updates. Thank you!