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American Center of Philippine Arts: The passion to nurture the Filipino culture and identity

Wednesday, 26 August 2009 22:22 Malou Liwanag-Aguilar / AJPress San Francisco

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American Center of Philippine Arts: The passion to nurture the Filipino culture and identity

WITH the vision to build an organization that could provide young people the opportunity to learn about Philippine history and culture through dance, music and the arts, two people – Herna Cruz-Louie and Jay Loyola – formed the American Center of Philippine Arts (ACPA). Founded just last February, ACPA’s mission is to provide a unique educational and developmental platform for multidisciplinary Philippine arts through innovative hands-on classes, collaborations, networking opportunities and showcasing events.

Co-founder Herna is a second generation Filipino-American, and was fortunate enough to be exposed to Philippine folk arts and culture through her parents, after-school programs and PASACAT Asian Pacific Arts in San Diego. PASACAT not only helped her discover her passion, it also provided her confidence, leadership skills, a sense of community, positive relationships and support in discovering her cultural identity. Feeling blessed with the opportunities given to her at a young age, she was however saddened to find out that there were many young Fil-Ams that weren’t exposed to their culture and heritage until after high school.

Rex in the city (of Glendale)

Wednesday, 26 August 2009 00:43 Cynthia de Castro / AJPress Los Angeles

When it comes to outstanding Filipino stand-up comedians, the name that most often comes to mind, especially for Filipino Americans, is Rex Navarrete. Since 2002, Rex has been the most celebrated Filipino stand-up comic to perform to multiple sold-out shows in Manila, Hong Kong and Singapore. The world-class comedian has performed alongside notable national headliners like George Lopez, DL Hughley, and Paul Mooney.

This coming Sept. 12, Rex joins other Filipino comedians to perform to an expected sold-out crowd at the Alex Theatre in Glendale. Aside from Rex Navarrete, The Pinoy All-stars Of Comedy will also feature Ron Josol, Joey Guila and Jo Awayan.

Funny Filipinos on stage

Wednesday, 26 August 2009 00:29 Cynthia de Castro / AJPress Los Angeles

Few things can beat a really good laugh. Research has shown many health benefits of laughter, ranging from strengthening the immune system to reducing food cravings to increasing one’s threshold for pain. There’s even an emerging therapeutic field known as humor therapy, which uses humor to help people heal more quickly, among other things.

In the midst of the recession, foreclosures and lay-offs, Filipino Americans are invited to a night of good belly laughs, fun and exciting entertainment on Sept 12 at the Alex Theatre in Glendale. Set to entertain the audience with their outstanding and distinctive brands of comedy are Joey Guila, Ron Josol and Jo Awayan, who will join Rex Navarrete in the Pinoy All-Stars of Comedy.

The Divine Comedians

Wednesday, 26 August 2009 00:23 Roger Lagmay Oriel

As succinctly put by the great Mark Twain, "Comedy keeps the heart sweet." And this is perhaps, what keeps Rex Navarrete, Ron Josol, Joey Guila and Jo Awayan on their toes, bringing laughter and cheer to the hearts of their kababayans here in the US. The Asian Journal MDWK Magazine proudly presents a bevy of talented, zany Pinoy stand-up comics in this week’s issue. So sit back, relax and enjoy the showcase.

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( Asian Journal Print Edition Online )

Remembering Ninoy Aquino What he stood for, what he fought for

Wednesday, 19 August 2009 23:39 Malou Liwanag-Aguilar / AJPress San Francisco

(6 votes, average: 4.67 out of 5)

Remembering Ninoy Aquino What he stood for, what he fought for

Despite all the guards assigned for him (by of course, the Marcos government), along with thousands of military and police personnel, armed bodyguards and even a bulletproof vest, Ninoy was fatally shot in the head as he was escorted off the airplane.

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