CREATIVE WORKS

an asian contemporary dance piece inspired from the rigorous labor of the sugarcane plantation workers in the island of negros, philippines.

The company has performed “Port Links” for “Tanghal 5,” the University Theater Festival of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) in 2011.

“ noteworthy work by the Company is La Elle S’en Va (There She Goes), a 20-minute duet that sketches the dualities and vagaries of a feminine character. Choreographed by Dance Pull’s Associate Artistic Director Xiao Mitchao, this work won an award at the Yokohama Dance Collection EX in 2015. “

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- the japan foundation, manila art archive 01

MAPPING OUT CONTEMPORARY DANCE IN THE PHILIPPINES

by Rina Angela Corpus

​A surreal contemporary dance piece that embodies the social mentality of “crab mentality,” where ambition turns into competition and possession knows no bounds. Through sharp, grasping movements and territorial interactions, the choreography symbolizes the idea that what’s mine is mine, and what’s yours is still mine. It presents a compelling and thought-provoking portrayal of dominance, envy, and the instinct to pull others down in the struggle for control.

“pamatdan” refers to the laborious process of preparing sugarcane cuttings for planting.

A short version of karga tapas. this piece depicts a cultural practice honoring the hard work of women in the sugarcane industry.

a full-length contemporary ballet

Adelina is her name

De-Ling she was called

Once upon a time, she had fallen in love.

In the end, she had fallen.

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libretto Nicolas Pichay

lighting design Katsch SJ Catoy

direction Dwight Rodrigazo

Pull is a striking choreography that captures the core of DP’s original movement technique—where tension meets fluidity and control transforms into expression. Through dynamic sequences of resistance and release, the piece draws the audience into a powerful exploration of connection, struggle, and balance. Each movement feels intentional and alive, showcasing the project’s signature style with precision, depth, and a captivating sense of energy that lingers beyond the performance.

beyond

a DANCE MAKER’S BRUSH,

a PAINTER’S VISION

and a DANCER’S FAITH

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a FULL-LENGTH INTERDISCIPLINARY BALLET

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Oratio is a work that transmit

peace and faith

in a turbulent world,

bridging historical devotion with contemporary expression

through the disciplined language

of the body to invite

reflection, humility, and grace.