Presentation Synopsis

he history of the Philippines is that of a country constantly melding its culture with that of outsiders, a narrative that is exemplified well by Filipino folk dance history. The 300-year Spanish occupation of the Philippines profoundly influenced folk dancing. The 'Maria Clara' style of dance is named after a Spanishstyle dress and also named in honor of the legendary Maria Clara, who remains a symbol of the virtues and nobility of the Filipina woman. One of the many Maria Clara dance styles is the Polka Bal.

Polka Bal

he dance got its name from two popular dances in the late 1800s: the polka and balse (waltz). Though the balse is mentioned in the name of this dance, there is no single waltz step used in this dance. Performing the Polka Bal is the Likha Dance Troup of the III-Science Stream under the MAPEH Class of Mr. Jowell O. Oaa.

III..Science Stream
Jowell O. Oaa, MAPEH Teacher