We’re joined by Gatieh Nacario and Anna Caldwell, founders of the Kultura de Filipino Dance Company — a passionate, independent Filipino cultural dance company in Spokane dedicated to preserving and showcasing the beauty of their heritage through authentic performances. More than just a dance group, Kultura de Filipino is committed to artistic excellence, cultural education, and the personal growth of their dancers. Their performances celebrate the rich traditions of the Philippines through movement, storytelling, and traditional attire. Their dances include: Phase 1 - Dances of the Cordillera Region; Takiling, Ragragsakan, Salip and Uya-uy Phase 2 - Spanish-influence Dances; Jota Quirino, Sinakiki, Polkabal, Miligoy, Sinulog Phase 3 - Exotic Mindanao Dances; Pig-apir, Panghalay, Kapa Malong Malong, Sagayan, Dugso Phase 4 - Palawan and the Visayas Dances: Karatong, Kuradang, Itik-Itik Sibonga, Tinikling  Their next performance is scheduled for Saturday, November 8 at the Spokane Folk Festival at Spokane Community College. For exact times and other performances visit spokanefolkfestival.org. To learn more about Kultura de Filipino Dance Company, visit kulturadefilipinodc.com or find them on Facebook or YouTube @KulturadeFilipinoDanceCompany.