06/12/2025
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On December 1st, 2025, the Kalilang Traditional Music Ensemble successfully conducted its 2nd annual show, the Ka-kawing, at the MSU-IIT Gymnasium, marking it as Kalilangโs successful first foray into the world of theatre and acting. The Ka-kawing is the traditional marriage rite of the Meranaws. It is distinctโ made beautiful by the colorful celebrations present in the joyous wedding alongside the series of meaningful steps embarked by not just the betrothed souls, but also their families, who, too, would unite under the holy vows.
Indeed, from the heartโs first steps into infatuation, into a blessed union overseen by the excited community, in order for something to be great, it must overcome the trials of becoming. This yearโs annual show expanded the Kalilangโs horizons. Now, alongside the expansion of its music and dance through the showโs inclusion of the flute and the Papanok, a Meranaw dance that emulates the fluttering wings of morning birds, it also ventured into theatre: acting, dialogue, setting, distinct characters, and a heartwarming narrative.
Kalilangโs own performers were put to the ultimate test of endurance and dedication, and, truly, their near-daily efforts shone brighter than the purest of gold. With less than a month of preparation, the challenge of the stage loomed larger with every passing day. However, with the joined hands of all membersโ those who appeared in the spotlight and those who worked to support everyone who didโ the show was nothing less than magical. A romantic display, in every sense of the word.
The Kalilang would also like to extend its thanks to the attendees, whose presence marked the show as a success. Thank you all for making the Ka-kawing show possible. See you all next time, and catch us at our next performance.
Mapiya, mapiya, the Kalilang!
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