La MaMa Kids: Kinding Sindaw Dance Interactive Workshop
2pm
Runtime: 60 minutes
Rice Planting Through Music, Rhythm, and Movement
Children learn how rhythm, music, and ritual dances tell the story of planting and harvesting rice. Through movements inspired by farming activities, they build coordination, teamwork, and confidence. Participants combine music and dance in an ensemble performance while exploring the values of community, celebration, and gratitude. The workshop also highlights the importance of preserving living traditions and cultural heritage.
Kinding Sindaw was founded in 1992 by Potri Ranka Manis, Kinding Sindaw is an NYC-based, AANHPI / BIPOC-led non-profit preserving the southern Philippines’ living traditions. Through dance, storytelling, kulintang music, and silat, they counter cultural appropriation. Their nationwide programs serve the Bangsamoro diaspora, promoting wellness, education, and heritage across all generations.
Credits
Potri Ranka Manis, Nodiah Biruar, Nonilon Queano, Ernesto Abe Pamolarco III, Frank Ortega, Angelina Ortega
The artist
Kinding Sindaw
kindingsindaw.org
bio
Kinding Sindaw was founded in 1992 by Potri Ranka Manis, Kinding Sindaw is an NYC-based, BIPOC-led non-profit preserving the southern Philippines’ living traditions. Through dance, storytelling, kulintang music, and silat, they counter cultural appropriation. Their nationwide programs serve the Bangsamoro diaspora, promoting wellness, education, and heritage across all generations.
La MaMa Kids 2026–2027 is supported in part by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. Additional support provided by The William C. Bullitt Foundation, the Howard Gilman Foundation, The Jim Henson Foundation, and The SQA Foundation. Additional funding from The Venable Foundation and the Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation is gratefully acknowledged.
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