The 50th Pilipinx Consciousness Night: Sabado

PASA of CSUEB presents
The 50th Pilipinx Consciousness Night
PCN 50:
SABADO
June 2, 2022

NATIONAL ANTHEM OF THE PHILIPPINES
Bayang Magiliw,
Perlas ng silanganan
Alab ng puso
Sa dibdib mo'y buhay
Lupang Hinirang,
Duyan ka ng magiting,
Sa manlulupig
Di ka pasisiil.
Sa dagat at bundok,
Sa simoy at sa langit mong bughaw,
May dilag ang tula
At awit sa paglayang minamahal.
Ang kislap ng watawat mo'y
Tagumpay na nagniningning;
Ang bituin at araw niya
Kailan pa ma'y di
magdidilim.
Lupa ng araw, ng luwalhati't
Pagsinta,
Buhay ay langit sa piling mo;
Aming ligaya na 'pag may
Mang-aapi
Ang mamatay nang dahil sa
'yo.
SINGERS
CHRISTIAN BUENO & DANRENE TESTADO
SYNOPSIS/ORDER OF PERFORMANCE
WHY PILIPINX CONSCIOUSNESS?
PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS
PCN DIRECTORS NOTES
ACTING CAST/CHARACTERS
DANCES
BULAKLAKAN
TINIKLING
HIP HOP
LUMAGEN
MALAKAS AT MAGANDA
CONTEMPORARY
SINGKIL
KUNTAO/SILAT
BEHIND THE SCENES
CHOREOGRAPHERS
SPECIAL THANKS
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As many Pilipinx University Organizations began switching
from using the term Pilipina to Pilipinx, the Cultural
Directors of the 44th PCN and PASA's 45th CORE decided to
follow suit as a sign used to show our progress of being
more inclusive and diverse in our communities. Pilipinx is a
new term that was created to represent the
demasculinization and decolonizaion of the word "Pilipino",
supporting our more inclusive and diverse environment to
everyone. It is also a symbol that the college-aged youth
have the power to spread consciousness within our
community, and create positive progress for the pilipinx,
even as students.
How did we try to accomplish all of these tasks and
challenge the narrative of what it is like to be Pilipinx?
During the creation of the first PCN in 1972, it's main
purpose was to give a platform to allow college students to
express Pilipinx identity where the desire to learn about
culture, at that time, reached an all new high. Being
students that have never experienced anything like the
Pilipinx that we pay tribute to today, students only get a
small taste of those experiences. From different dances
coming from tribes like the Ifugao, Maranao, among others;
this is the culture and history we can identify with living in a
country where the Pilipinx are represented only to a small
degree.
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In past PCN stories, Pilipinx issues have been discussed
from Guerilla movements, Marcos martial law, Pilipinx
racial discrimination, and other issues. PCN has turned
into a platform where we can pay respect, be conscious
toward these issues, tell stories that are not told in
classrooms, and be conscious of our society and world
around us. We don't consider changing the name of PCN
just because e want to do so, but rather to create
something bigger than ourselves, not as individuals or
organizations, but the communities that we are a part of.
And thanks to all of these factors, especially those
mentioned previously, we came to the decision to
change what PCN means to PASA to better align with who
we have become and who we are becoming, as the
Pilipinx American Student Association (PASA) of CSUEB.
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Greetings everybody! Thank you all for coming to show your support for PASA’s
50th Pilipinx Consciousness Night, “Sabado”!
A quick introduction to catch you all up on who I am, I joined PASA back in the Fall
semester of 2018 as a Freshman and got picked up into B.A.M. Fam by my Ate Shannen
Cacdac, who was my door into getting more involved with the organization. This is my
fourth year being a part of PASA and currently my third year serving on CORE, now as
your President. It has genuinely been such an amazing experience to witness PASA grow
and evolve through the toughest times in the world and all the way down to the smallest
enjoyments on campus.It’s been an honor serving this community. Thank you all for
allowing me to be your President for PASA’s 50TH year!
There is a strong importance to PCN as this gives us the opportunity to not only
think collectively on the history of our people but to be mindful that there is still work
that we can do to improve our community and for those back in the Philippines.
To Ana, Paolo, and Joanne. You three have shown nothing but resilience and
excellence throughout this year. To garner up a new generation of first time PCN
members, you guys deserve nothing but praise! I have seen you three work tirelessly on
end and late at nights to get this night down perfectly, even when odds are shoved
against you guys, you always put your best effort! Nothing but love for you three!
To COREbigan (my intern class), I hope you all are thriving! To COREisahan for
being my first CORE memories, and I wish we had a proper ending, sending my love to
you all! To CORElakas, nothing but awe for leading PASA through a Pandemic!
To COREbabayan, I am nothing but proud of you all! I have seen each and every
one of you have a shining spotlight throughout our term! You guys have put in so much
work and effort into bringing the community of PASA out of the virtual space and back
into an arms length apart. To see the new face of PASA smile at each event was all thanks
to you all! Thank you for your hard work, truly! It has been an honor working with you all
COREbabayan and I wish you all the best, thank you for this amazing term!
Thank you, B.A.M. Fam for teaching me important lessons and knowing what PASA
has to offer. Shoutout to my sibs of Gen X, you guys have been the blessings of my
college journey and I will alway hold you all dear to my heart! Shout out ‘Confetti Yike
Line’!
To next year's CORE and future generations of PASA, I am wishing you all the best
of luck! I will always be a DM away when needed!
Lastly, Thank you to my family, MAHAL NA MAHAL KITA! You guys are who I
depend on the most, even at times I don’t show it. Thank you to my mom for every single
sacrifice you have done to get me where I am today! Thank you to my family for always
checking up on me, I truly appreciate it. Thank you for your support and every single
detail you guys do for me. I love you. With hard work weeks on end, let’s show our hearts
on this lovely “SABADO” night.
Most important, thank you to Randy Sabado and late Mrs. Gerry Low-Sabado. This
night is to commemorate the 50 years of PASA that started because of you both and
others before us. Thank you for what you both have given us and the community that it
started!
Have a great night, and enjoy the show! This has been your President, Meller Gran
signing off!
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There’s always that question - are you doing PCN again this year?
People ask: What is so good about PCN? Why are you asking to be stressed out?
Well, I have an answer to at least one of those questions. PCN has given me more
cultural awareness and helped me get close to some of the most amazing people in
PASA. Not only am I learning about Pilipinx history but I’m becoming part of the
history of PCN.
I’m honored to be Cultural Director of Logistics.
I first want to thank my cuties in my line! The Icy Line. Thanks to my newest adings
and my active members in my family. Spending each day with you because of PCN
and bonding over stress/life over the past few months made me so happy to be an
ate/grand. Y’all really made my last PCN so memorable.
Thank you Darian! (Helping me with this speech and keeping me literally alive with
water etc.) I appreciate you being in my life and you’re always the orange to my white.
Love you uwu
Thank you to my friends from all over (CKI, RHA, OGS) y’all this year was so hard. I’m
president of circle k international and an officer for the resident hall association. This
year was about learning my true abilities and how to be the best I can be. Thank you
to all that supported me this year and being patient with my crazy life.
Thank you to my family back in Vallejo! Love you mom and dad! Sorry I been so busy
with my own life recently, trust me - I promise I’m here to make my mark and
not “galavanting”
To my amazing culturals. We did that. I know we still have so much work for our show
in May (wink wink y’all should go) but I’m happy to have y’all by my side through all of
this. From our synchronous thoughts to our moments when we need each other the
most,
I love Pao and Ana.
Good luck to future culturals, being cultural is not easy but the adventure is very
worth it! And lastly thank you COREBABAYAN
Goodnight and enjoy the show!
Joanne Cabanlit
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CULTURAL DIRECTOR OF
ACTING
I want to say, first and foremost, Thank you to Martin Atienza & Brent Balansho for opening up this
opportunity for me. Martin nominated me in 2017 to be the Hxstorian, in which I later found my love
for PASA. Later down the line as years passed, the Cultural Director of Acting piqued my interest and I
looked for support and perspective from Brent. Just getting validation from alumni that I had some
support and was backed by people that see me for my work and passion gave me the proper push to
run again and contribute to our beautiful org.
Thank you to my Co, my co-hxstorian from years before, Ansel Coronel. I remember calling him at the
parking lot of a dimsum restaurant in Sacramento contemplating the idea of whether I should return to
be in this position. I’ve already settled into my life as an alumni, but Co put it into perspective of
whether this would benefit me or not. Considering tonight's events, it’s safe to say our phone call was
great.
Thank you to my best friend, Catherine De Leon, for bringing me with her on this journey through
college. I arguably wouldn’t be in the place that I am without you, and I’m glad that we were both able
to have some of our last runs together in PASA. Similar to Ansel, I shared a phone call with Cat, serving
to be one of the integral moments leading up to my return to fil-am. She provided me with an “If you do
it, I’ll do it” ultimatum and it was difficult to say no, even with the knowledge that she would be there to
help choreograph.
Thank you to my partner, Aerielle Ulip. Thankfully we had each other throughout this term and I don’t
know if I would have committed or stayed this long into my position without you. I’m grateful we stuck
it out for our last runs, and we stayed committed to core.
Thank you to my parents for believing in me to do this. I was pushed by my dad to join this
organization and I always love coming home to tell them stories of the stuff I would do during my old
terms and the same goes during this one. I appreciate you both!
As for my current cos, Joanne and Ana, I truly do not have any idea as to what kind of year this would
have been, had we not been together as a collective. From late nights at the studio, to all the way in
STOCKTON, I'm glad I spent nights with yall to later lead up to this momentous event. I honestly
wouldn’t have it any other way and I’m glad we all get to be together to experience this. Knowing
Joanne for so long, I’m glad we finally had something to share to further solidify our bond because I’ve
always wanted to be friends with you. As for Ana, at this point it feels like I’ve known you my entire life.
It’s been great getting to share all of these experiences with you and getting late night dinners with our
friends and hopefully it doesn’t end after tonight.
Thank you to my actors that trust and believe in my ability to tell a story. I’m so excited for everyone to
see what we have in-store on May 21st!
Lastly, a Big Warm Thank you to Randy and Gerry Sabado. Without the efforts they made 50 years ago,
I wouldn’t have this college experience without PASA, so I’m honored to be able to pay it forward in a
grandiose way.
Extending my last Thanks to our Theater Department, Ann Fajilan and Richard Olmstead for allowing
us to host such a beautiful event here at East Bay!
- pao.
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CULTURAL DIRECTOR OF
DANCE
The stage was where I’m most comfortable, most confident, and happiest; so,
inevitably, performing became a passion of mine. But I never thought I’d carry it
through college. Yet, the moment I joined PCN 49, even though it was virtual, I was
hooked. It was more than just dancing and acting. PCN deepens our understanding of
our culture, our identity, and ultimately preserves our history. Indulging in the purpose
and meaning behind the movements/dances is empowering and has made me so
proud to be filipina.
To my predecessors, especially Jasmin, Matt, and Ken, thank you for believing in me
and pushing me to run for Cultural Director of Dance. Most importantly, thank you for
the advice, guidance, and for yelling at me when I doubted myself.
To BAMfam, CORE, my friends inside and outside of PASA, and my family, thank you for
your unwavering support, love and encouragement throughout this season. Thank you
CORE for your presence and energy in rehearsals. Thank you Mom and Dad for allowing
me to stay at school, sometimes until 2 AM, to co-lead this production.
To my dancers and choreographers, I’m speechless at how far each and everyone of
you have come and the art you created in the span of 5 weeks. Proud is an
understatement. Watching you all in your element inspired me everyday we got to work
together. PCN’s magic is rooted in your passion for performing and showcasing the
stories of our culture. Thank you for performing with your hearts, for trusting me, and
for dedicating yourselves – especially when it got hard. Without you guys, there would
be no dance exhibition.
To my incredible co’s, Paolo and Joanne, I love you guys. From our late night meetings
to driving to Stockton to our crackhead moments that no one else would understand, I
deeply appreciate you both and our bond. Everything we’ve been through leading up to
this moment has been worth it. Tonight proved that. Y’all, I had no idea who they were
when we were elected, and now it feels like I’ve known them my whole life. PCN really
brings you closer to your close friends and people you never thought you’d get close
with.
Lastly, to our stage crew and the Theater Department, thank you for helping us make
this happen and for giving us a space to tell our story. Speaking of stories, please come
back mid-May to support our wonderful actors as they tell the story of PCN 50: Sabado.
It’s going to be momentous.
Maraming, maraming salamat. Hindi ko to makakalimutan.
Ana Sambile
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RANDY
GERRY
JUSTIN (JR)
ALEJANDRO (ALEX)
MARYROSE
KRISTEN
ESTELLE
ANDREW
ROBERT
STEVE STEVENSON
PHIL
ELIJAH QUINERI
JUNELLE RAE REYES
DAIDRIAN DE GUZMAN
JOEL YOS
ASHLEY LARA
KRISSTINA CARO
JULIANNE VILLAREAL
LORENZO MIRO SAN DIEGO
NIKOLAS ALVARADO
TYLER PIEDAD
NOLAN CALARA
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NIKOLAS ALVARADO, AERIELLE ULIP, NOLAN CALARA, JULIE ANN
OROPESA, DANRENE TESTADO, GREGORY SINGLETON
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RODAMEN ARREOLA, JONATHAN BATACLAN, NOLAN CALARA,
KRISSTINA CARO, ANGEL CASAL, MELLER GRAN, CHLOE PULIDO, JULIE
ANN OROPESA, ELIJAH QUINERI (CLAPPING), ANDRE RADA, LAUREN
REYNO (CLAPPING), MADDIE REYNO, ANA SAMBILE, GREGORY
SINGLETON (CLAPPING), LIANA WONG

NIKOLAS ALVARADO, RODAMEN ARREOLA, JONATHAN BATACLAN, ANGEL
CASAL, ANNA RAQUEL MARTIN, MELLER GRAN,MICHAEL ORDONA, JULIE
ANN OROPESA, ANDRE RADA, ANA SAMBILE
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PAOLO ACOB, NOLAN CALARA, JACOB CAYABYAB, ELLA MANIPUD, JULIE ANN
OROPESA, KARYN QUINONES, RAHUL RAVI, GEOFFREY SALVATIERRA,ANA
SAMBILE, GREGORY SINGLETON, CHRISTINE TO

NIKOLAS ALVARADO, RODAMEN ARREOLA, JONATHAN BATACLAN, JOANNE
CABANLIT, NOLAN CALARA, ABBY DAVID (BIRD), MELLER GRAN, JULIE ANN
OROPESA (MAGANDA), ELIJAH QUINERI, ANDRE RADA (MALAKAS), ANA
SAMBILE, DANRENE TESTADO, AERIELLE ULIP
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JONATHAN BATACLAN (DUET), HANNA CONCEPCION (DUET), JULIE ANN
OROPESA, ELIJAH QUINERI (LEAD ACTOR), ANDRE RADA, JUNELLE REYES
(LEAD ACTRESS), ANA SAMBILE, CECILIA SEVILLA

RODAMEN ARREOLA (PRINCE), NOLAN CALARA, ABBY DAVID (PRINCESS), MELLER
GRAN, JULIE ANN OROPESA, ELIJAH QUINERI, ANDRE RADA (PRINCE), ANA
SAMBILE, GREGORY SINGELTON, AERIELLE ULIP
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PAOLO ACOB, NIKOLAS ALVARADO, JOANNE CABANLIT,
NOLAN CALARA, MELLER GRAN (DUET), JULIE ANN OROPESA, CHLOE PULIDO,
ELIJAH QUINERI, ANA SAMBILE, GREGORY SINGLETON, DANRENE TESTADO,
AERIELLE ULIP (DUET), LIANA WONG

EARLENE
ESCOBAL
MALAKAS AT
MAGANDA
KUNTAO/SILAT
MICHAEL
ORDONA
HIP HOP
KEN TERRY
ALEXANDER
MALAKAS AT
MAGANDA
SINGKIL
REBECCA
ATIENZA
LUMAGEN
AARON
REDILA
LUMAGEN
MADAISHA
WILSON
SINGKIL
NOT
PHOTOGRAPHED
NOT
PHOTOGRAPHED
NOT
PHOTOGRAPHED
CAT DE LEON
BULAKLAKAN
CONTEMPORARY
LIANA WONG
TINIKILING
MELLER GRAN
TINIKILING
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Ann Fajilan
Richard Olmstead
CSUEB Theatre + Dance Department
Kawayan Folk Arts
Mabuhay Folkloric Society
Vibes Market, Vintage & Maker Market
Optimum Advertising Specialties (Shirts)
Minuteman Press (Pamphlets)
Filipino American National Historical Society Museum
Northern California Pilipinx American Student Alliance (NCPASA)
Randy Sabado
In Memory of Geraldine Anne Low-Sabado
(1949-2021)
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