expressing a wide range of situations ranging from sadness to joy. The technique is complex, differing depending on whether the performer is male (heavier use of the feet) or female (gentler, more sensual movements). The movement includes hand clapping and percussive footwork. MARIA CLARA- This dance is a mix of Spanish gracefulness and customized native props, such as bamboo castanets and Asian fans. Female dancers wear Maria Clara dress while men are in Barong Tagalog, a traditional Filipino embroidered long- sleeved shirt made of pineapple fiber. PANDANGGO SA ILAW is a timeless Philippine folk dance, allegedly originating from Mindoro (Rural). This dance of lights simulates fireflies in the night by balancing lighted cups. TINIKLING is a traditional Philippine folk dance which originated during the Spanish colonial era. The dance involves at least two people beating, tapping, and sliding bamboo poles on the ground and against each other in coordination with one or more dancers who step over and in between the poles in a dance. FRANCISCA REYES-AQUINO