Bayanihan Philippine National Folk Dance Company
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The Bayanihan Philippine National Folk Dance Company was founded in 1957 by the Hon. Helena Z. Benitez, former Chairperson of the Philippine Women's University. During their debut at the Brussels World Fair on May 27, 1958 they were adjudged among the top top from the thirteen dance companies that performed. Since then, the company has mounted fourteen major world tours and more than 100 short tours.
At present, the oldest dance company in the Philippines still continues to awe audiences wherever they go. The company is known for their grace and flawless movements as they interpret various folk dances from all over the Philippines as well as folk dances from other countries.
A multi-awarded company nationally and internationally, The Bayanihan has awakened a new pride among Filipino in their cultural heritage, added a new dimension to the country's dance tradition and built a rich reserve of international goodwill.
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