Seven stunning and intricately designed masks and costumes from participating barangays were unveiled yesterday, during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Robinsons Place Bacolod, a press release from the Bacolod Yuhum Foundation said.
The vibrant ensembles will take center stage during the Street Dance and Arena Competition on October 27 at Paglaum Grandstand.
Barangays Granada, Bata, Barangay 6, Barangay 12, Barangay 18, Barangay 21, and Barangay 35 proudly showcased their creations, which were judged based on design, craftsmanship, and visual impact.
Festival-goers enjoyed a sneak peek of the participants’ vibrant costumes, sparking excitement for the main event.
Judging the event were visual artist and Vice President of Mangkas Group of Artists Jo Aron Espinosa; renowned fashion designer John John Ditching; former MassKara Festival Director (2013-2015) and current Director for Internationalization and External Relations of Carlos Hilado Memorial State University, Rhoderick Samonte; President of Roy’s Hotel and Convention Center, John Victor Go; and Creative Consultant of ELEKTROIKA Diva Doc. Ma. Xenia Guanzon.
Among those present during the unveiling were Councilor Israel Salanga; MassKara Festival Chairman Jojie Dingcong; Festival Director for Cultural and Accredited Events, Kuster Cadagat; Festival Director for Good Governance, Finance, Procurement, and Administration, Jericho Redil; and Chairperson of the MassKara Festival Street Dance and Arena Competition, Dr. Baldomero Defensor Jr.
Also in attendance were Robinsons Place Bacolod representatives Krista Lapore, Mall Marketing Officer; Mary Jo San Marte, Mall Operations Manager; and Fiona Oro, Assistant Regional Marketing Officer.*
