The Philippines made its way again into the spotlight at the 8th annual Hong Kong Challenge Cup Dance Competition, held at Y Theatre in Chai Wan, Hong Kong last July 24th, 2019. The Filipino participants from the ballet school Dance Theatre Arts are comprised of young talented dancers that are passionate to take home the honor and glory in winning the event.
With wonderful participants as young as 7-16 years old, the Filipino squad competed with a brave heart to make the nation proud, coupled with their enthusiasm, talent, and passion for dance, creating an unstoppable formula for victory as they entered the competition.
Mary Jasteen Tolentino, Gold Medalist Classical Ballet
Each performer impressed the judges as well as the audience with their outstanding performances with their own unique forms and movements. The young dancers did show their versatility in performing different techniques, with individual youths performing in numerous categories.
During ensemble performances, they also showed notable coordination and collaboration. The dancers showed their uniqueness and distinct mastery of their piece in the solo performances.
These performances highlight many characteristics of Filipinos such as the willingness to work in unity and passion for one’s craft. With this many talented youths competing together, the Philippine team is a force to be reckoned with.
These young Filipino dancers have taken back from the event a variety of awards and prizes from a variety of categories, making the nation truly proud.
Congratulations to our young dancers!
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