Saot Bangkal Theater and Company

26/08/2026

Saot Bangkal Theater and Company proudly celebrates the birthday of our incredible Artistic Director and Choreographer, Sir John Mark Alpay ! 🎉✨

Your passion, dedication, and creativity continue to inspire and shape our community of artists. Today, we celebrate not only your special day but also the meaningful impact you’ve made through dance, art, and your unwavering commitment to the craft. 💃❤️

Wishing you continued success, inspiration, and countless beautiful moments ahead. Happy birthday, Sir John Mark! 🎂🎉

29/04/2026

Through the rhythm of music and the soul of movement, we are all connected, no matter where we come from or who we are. Dance lets us feel things we cannot always explain and gives us the freedom to express ourselves in ways words never could. It is in those quiet moments and loud beats where we simply let go and just be.

Every step, every beat, and every movement carries a story. Some are filled with joy, others with struggle, but all of them are real. Dance teaches us to be patient, to keep going, and to find beauty even in the small progress we make along the way.

It brings people together, creates memories, and reminds us that we are not alone in what we feel. Whether on stage or just dancing for ourselves, it becomes a part of who we are. Today, we celebrate the art that makes us feel alive, connected, and free. Happy International Dance Day 🤍💃✨

19/04/2026

Cheers to the Kabankalan City Folk Dance Team, proudly represented by Saot Bangkal Theater and Company, for securing 2nd Runner-Up in the Folk Dance Western Influence category at the Panaad sa Negros Festival 2026! ✨️

Proudly presented “Polka Española” 💃🕺

Choreographer: Romulo "Choco" Quidado Jr. & John Mark Alpay
Coordinator: Mylene Boyayot
Tourism Designate: Geoliza Apolinar Grapa
Music: Florentinian Magalang Rondalla of Florentino Galang Sr. National High School / John Rovic Grijaldo Solanoy
Costume: Rhamona Ferrer

Dance Masters:
Eugene Mark P. Carbonell, Genella Faye Tabordo, Niel Jairus De Luna, June Elmar Mikhael Gasataya, Romulo Andrada Jr., Carmela Marie Andan, Chloe Joanna Fernandez, Jairah Mae Elerio

Featuring performers:
1. Kizaiea L. Tagamolila
2. Alexa Rich F. Elicana
3. Marianne G. Saludares
4. Queenzel Jaye L. Arroyo
5. Mecailla P. Occaino
6. Adrian Marie M. Tronco
7. Marc B. Villacrusis
8. Mark Felix L. Lacaba
9. Mc Andrie G. Valiao
10. Ronyll Jy J. Taipen
11. Nethaniel M. Moreño
12. John Willard P. Torinia

With reserved performers:
Mark Jhonrey E. Intig & Erika Martin T. Ruiz

Special thanks to the City Government of Kabankalan and Kabankalan City Tourism, Culture and the Arts for the unwavering support.

📸 June Elmar Mikhael Gasataya

02/03/2026

Day 2 of Dance in Space 2026, part of the celebration of National Arts Month 2026, was held on March 2, 2026 at the Kabankalan City K-Center. The event was spearheaded by the City of Kabankalan through its Tourism, Culture, and the Arts – Saot Ka Dance Sector.

The morning session was facilitated by Daryll B. Odango, LPT, who conducted workshops on Movement Analysis, focusing on dance composition, creating a dance piece through choreography, and dance improvisation.

In the afternoon, the two-day workshop wrapped up with a culminating activity at the Kabankalan City Public Plaza, where participants showcased the works they created during the sessions. This highlighted the idea that dance can be performed anywhere and within any space.

The event concluded on a high note with a unity dance participated in by the Saot Ka facilitators, Tourism staff, and members of the community.

📸 Jonan & June Elmar Mikhael Gasataya

01/03/2026

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Do you have the heart for folk dance and the passion to represent Kabankalan?

We are looking for talented Grade 7–12 students (13–18 years old) to join the Folk Dance Competition for the Panaad sa Negros Festival.

If you love performing and celebrating our rich culture, don’t miss this opportunity.

📅 March 2-9, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Kabankalan City Tourism, Culture & the Arts Office

Step forward, share your talent, and be part of something meaningful. See you!

28/02/2026

Day 1 of Dance in Space 2026, held in celebration of National Arts Month, kicked off with a Movement Exploration Workshop and Presentation at the Brgy. 3 Covered Court, led by the City Government of Kabankalan through the Tourism, Culture, and the Arts – Saot Ka Dance Sector.

The opening session was facilitated by Vincent J. Bendoy, LPT, who explored the Spatial Elements of Movement—range, level, direction, and pathway—through Laban Movement Analysis (LMA). This was followed by John Mark M. Alpay, LPT, who led a discussion on Building Story Through Key Elements in Dance.

The workshops were supported by the Saot Bangkal Dance Masters—Eugene Mark P. Carbonell, Jonan Caromayan, LPT, Genella Faye B. Tabordo, LPT, and Lorijun Porras—with technical assistance from June Elmar Gasataya and Benjo Gapasinao, alongside facilitators from the Kabankalan City Tourism staff.

📸 Jonan and June Elmar Mikhael Gasataya

01/02/2026

Serving the Community through Culture and the Arts.

The Saot Bangkal Theater and Company expresses its heartfelt gratitude to Barangay Pinaguinpinan, led by Brgy. Captain Hon. Danilo M. Guzman, and to Ms. Rhea Mae Z. Maribao for inviting the group to serve as workshop provider during the Pinag-isahan Festival Choreographers’ Workshop last January 24, 2026 for the upcoming Pinag-isahan Festival on February 24, 2026.

The workshop is led by the Saot-Ka President and Saot Bangkal Artistic Director, Sir John Mark M. Alpay, LPT, together with dance masters Eugene Mark P. Carbonell and Genella Faye Tabordo, LPT.

02/12/2025

01/11/2025

The Saot Bangkal Theater and Company proudly congratulates our Artistic Director and Choreographer, Sir John Mark M. Alpay, LPT, being granted as a General Member of the National Committee on Dance (NCD) under the Folk Dance and Visayas Cluster.This remarkable achievement stands as a true reflection of your unwavering passion, commitment, and dedication to the community, culture, and the performing arts through dance. Congratulations Sir John Mark Alpay!

10/10/2025

Happy Birthday to our ever-inspiring artistic consultant, Sir Ismael "Maeng" Jave!✨️

Your creativity, wisdom, and steadfast dedication have deeply influenced the heart and spirit of Saot Bangkal Theater and Company Mugna "Culture and the Arts". We are sincerely thankful for the light, passion, and artistry you continuously share with us.
Thank you, Sir Maeng, for being a true inspiration and guiding force to us all.️🥳