What does the Maglalatik dance depict? Hint: conflict between opposing sides
It demonstrates a fight between the Moros and the Christians.
Who are the ones who perform the dance? Hint: gender
Male Dancers
What type of dance is Maglalatik? Hint: Warfare
Mock-War Dance
The Maglalatik folk dance performed during religious processions is an act of obeisance towards which patron saint? Hint: patron saint of farmers
San Isidro de Labrador
What part of the body do coconuts get harnessed on?
chests, backs, thighs, and hips
Maglalatik depicts the conflict between the Christian and Muslim Moro tribesmen. Each faction dons a trouser whose color distinguishes their identity. What are these two colors and which group wears which? Hint: Democrats & Republicans
red trousers (Moro) and blue (Christians)
It is a folk dance from the Philippines. Coconut shell halves are used in the dance.
Maglalatik
Where did the Maglalatik dance originate? Hint: the birthplace of Jose Rizal
Biñan, Laguna
How many coconut HALVES do the performers wear in the Maglalatik?
6-8 coconut halves (1 each hand, 4-6 on the vest)