Ipat a Kadsakay captures the ritual practices of the Maguindanaon ethnic group in the Bangsamoro region of the Southern Philippines.
In the Maguindanaon culture, it is believed that human existence is governed by spirits called tonong. Ipat is led by a patutunong (shaman) who enters into trance to facilitate the interaction between people and these spirits. This healing ritual, which lasts 3 nights, is hosted in a ceremonial space adorned in flags and a hanging spirit boat called a biday.
Parangal’s Ipat a Kadsakay follows the life cycle of the sacred ritual, showcasing the vibrant living traditions and spiritual practices of the Maguindanaon community.
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World Premiere: Ipat a Kadsakay | Trailer
Ipat a Kadsakay, presented by Parangal and World Arts West, captures the ancient origin stories and vanishing spiritual practices of the Maguindanaon people.
September 10, 2024
A Message From Ipat a Kadsakay Maguindanaoan Culture Bearers
Maguindanaoan Culture Bearers of Ipat A Kadsakay arrive soon from Cotabato City!
Get to know them and their roles. We are excited for everyone to see them perform soon.
Nasrudin Manial - Chief Shaman
Abdulhafiz Uko - P’bebetad
Faisal Monal - Culture Bearer
September 5, 2024
30 Days Left!
Only 30 days left to grab your tickets!⏳
Join us on October 5 at the Blue Shield of California Theater at YBCA in San Francisco to experience the World Premiere of “Ipat a Kadsakay” presented by Parangal and World Arts West.
“Ipat a Kadsakay” is a new ritual dance work and modern interpretation of Sagayan in Maguindanaon Ipat. Performed by Parangal with Maguindanaon Culture Bearers Faisal Monal, Nasrudin Manial, and Abdulhafiz Uko, this latest production imagines and explores life predating Islam while emphasizing the importance of preserving living traditions today.
August 14, 2024
Ipat a Kadsakay: Dialogue and Workshop
Discover more about Parangal’s World Premiere of “Ipat A Kadsakay” and learn directly from Maguindanaon culture bearers and their ritual practices.
Culture Bearers will be virtual from Cotabato City, Philippines.
REGISTRATION: bit.ly/ipat-workshop
Location: Sentro Filipino: The San Francisco Filipino Cultural Center
814 Mission St. San Francisco, CA 94110
Time: 3:30-5:30pm PT.
We look forward to seeing you!
June 7, 2024
Coming This October!
Ipat a Kadsakay: Living Traditions of Maguindanao
Parangal and World Arts West’s upcoming production captures the ancient origin stories and vanishing spiritual practices of the Maguindanaon people.
🗓️ SAVE THE DATE 🗓️October 5, 2024 at the Blue Shield Theater of YBCA, San Francisco
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May 22, 2024
World Premiere: Ipat a Kadsakay
World Premiere: Ipat a Kadsakay
Oct. 5, 2024 • Blue Shield of California Theater at YBCA in San Francisco
Ipat a Kadsakay, presented by Parangal and World Arts West, captures the ancient origin stories and vanishing spiritual practices of the Maguindanaon people.
Stay tuned to learn more about our upcoming production…
