Bathalad convention set on Jan. 28

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

THE Bathalad Inc. will hold its annual convention on Jan. 28 at the Marcelo Fernan Press Center in Ecotech, Lahug, Cebu City.

The group of Cebuano poets and writers organized the event, in partnership with the The Arts Council of Cebu, to further its commitment to uphold the local literary arts.

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With this year’s theme, “Kinutil: Ang Pagtuhop sa Balak sa Ubang Porma sa Arte,” the event will feature two speakers and several performers.

Radel Paredes will talk about poetry that is visual art, while Bisdak rapper Kris Villarino will share his experience in incorporating poetry into his rap.

Performance artists and Bathalad members Russ Ligtas and Chai Fonacier will do Butoh and beat poetry.

A mixed media exhibit will feature for viewing works from Paredes, Josua Cabrera, Champoy Hate, Janel Lim, Nomar Miano, K Paller-Rivera, Soi Paz, RV Sanchez, Jeffrey Sisican, Noel Villaflor and Adonis Durado.

Winners

The winners of Bathalad’s recent writing contest will also be announced and awarded by Bathalad founder Mel Allego.

Bathalad founding members and younger torchbearers will also be reading their poetry in between the lectures and performances.

The convention will start at 1 p.m. and ends at 5 p.m. All literature students and enthusiasts in Cebu are invited.

Registration fee is P100, inclusive of snacks and reading materials.

For more details, one may email bathalad@gmail.com or check out the group page in Facebook.