FakeKnot

09/15/2026

FakeKnot presenta: Manila Shawl
Presentación del work in progress

Fecha: 30 de septiembre de 2026
Hora: de 11:00 a 12:00
Lugar: Estudios Manuel Betanzos
Rodrigo de Triana, 30, 41010, Sevilla, Sevilla.

El bailarín Ralph Escamillan, en colaboración con la guitarrista Eirene Cloma, comparte la primera fase de investigación de su nueva obra «Manila Shawl», que indaga en la historia filipina del Mantón de Manila. Concebida como un tríptico, esta muestra presenta una coreografía original de Rosa Belmonte, una composición de Tino van der Sman y el ojo externo de Yinka Esi Graves.

Contacta a [email protected] para reservar tu plaza; el aforo es limitado.

Photo by Simone Chnarakis

This project is supported by the Canada Council for the Arts

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FakeKnot Present : Manila Shawl
Work-in-progress studio showing

When: September 30, 2026
Time: 11am-12pm
Venue: Manuel Betanzos
Rodrigo de Triana 30, 41010, Sevilla, Sevilla.

Dancer Ralph Escamillan in collaboration with Guitarist Eirene Cloma share first phase of research of new performance work “Manila Shawl” researching the Philippine history of the Manton De Manila. Created as a tryptic, this showing features original choreography by Rosa Belmonte, composition by Tino van der Sman and external eye Yinka Esi Graves.

Please contact [email protected] to reserve spot - limited seating available.

Photo by Simone Chnarakis

This project is supported by the Canada Council for the Arts

08/28/2026

Croquis at Dance Bridges (Kolkata, India)
August 2026

08/27/2026

Croquis - Sept 13, 2026 in the Philippines!

https://www.cloudjoi.com/shows/7189-kapitbahay-three-dresses

08/24/2026

MY HOUSE - 2026 trailer
Created by FakeKnot
Premeired June 2026 in at The Dance Centre / Vanocuver, BC (Canada)

Trailer filmed by Darryl Ahye
Edited Darryl Ahye and Ralph Escamillan

More info at www.fakeknot.com

08/24/2026

MY HOUSE - 2026 trailer
Created by FakeKnot
Premeired June 2026 in at The Dance Centre / Vanocuver, BC (Canada)

Choreographer & Performer Ralph Escamillan (Kiki Legend Posh Gvasalia Basquiat)
Performers Brian Mendez (Kiki Legend Besos 007), Jocelyne Cajamarca (Father Jaws Siriano Balenciaga), Matthew ‘Snoopy’ Cuff (Kiki Icon Snoopy Fubu Basquiat)
DJ Simone Chnarakis (Simone Gvasalia)
Commentator Max Morales (Princess Pegasus Pink Lady)

Costume and Styling Ralph Escamillan & Robyn Jill Laxamana
Black Dance Vernacular/ Decolonising Practice Consultant Justine Chambers
Video & Projection Designer Nancy Lee
Lighting Designer & Technical Director Andie Lloyd

Executive Producer Francesca Piscopo
Associate Producer Kevin Soo-Locsin

Produced by FakeKnot, and co-produced by the National Arts Centre (Ottawa), Urban Ink, and The Dance Centre.

FakeKnot gratefully acknowledges the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, the British Columbia Arts Council, the City of Vancouver, Lululemon, Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, Vancouver Ballroom Arts, and the Health Initiative for Men (HIM). A special thank you to all the individual donors who made this production possible.

Trailer filmed by Darryl Ahye
Edited Darryl Ahye and Ralph Escamillan

08/23/2026

Croquis will be performed tonight at the International Management Institute and if your inspired, join us at this beautiful workshop by Ralph Escamillan!

PAPER DRESS CRAFTING
Ralph takes you on a crafting journey—sharing his unique process for building the paper dress. You’ll learn how to pleat, chord, and knot paper to create your own garment, while also exploring how when worn it can inform movement. This crafting workshop explores the versatility of a humble material such as packing paper. All materials will be provided, carry a snack and dress for comfort.

Recommended for ages 16+. Participants under the age of 16 are welcome but we ask that they are accompanied by a guardian.

🗓️ 24th August
🕰️ 2-5PM
📌 Studio Cocoon Studio Cocoon
🔗 Tickets via website or bio. 750 INR Online. On spot 800 INR cash.

We look forward to seeing your creativity in design blossom!

08/22/2026

Thank you Omni for this interview for the performance today at Dance Bridges

One of The Dance Centre's associate artists brings his work 'Croqui...

08/15/2026

August 22, 2026 - “Croquis” India premier at Dance Bridges Kolkata, India 🇮🇳
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We have a really gorgeous line up of artists and performers from around the world 🌍 with the best of local talent! Book now for the weekend shows at IMI,Kolkata ✨

🗓️22nd August 2026
📌International Management Institute (IMI)
🕰️ 6-8:30PM
🔗 Tickets https://rzp.io/rzp/DBF26IMI

FakeKnot | Croquis | Canada

Cie MF | Re-Garde | Italy/France

Colectivo Glovo | Alleo | Spain/Portugal

Chen Yu-Chi | Dance Bridges Residency Performance | Taiwan/India/Bangladesh/Denmark

A dance improvisation session is open to all ticket holders after the performances.✨🎉🥳

‼️There are limited ticket sales for performances and jam session on 22nd August at IMI, Kolkata. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment.‼️

07/19/2026

‘Croquis’ performances and workshops January - July 2026

January 10, 2026 - Capitol Theatre (Nelson, BC)
March 12, 2026 - Slow Fashion Season (Vancouver, BC)
May 6, 2026 - Vancouver Art Gallery (Vancouver, BC)
May 15, 2026 - crimsoncoast (Nanaimo, BC)
July 18, 2026 - Mile Zero Dance (Edmonton, AB)