Filipino culture takes center stage at Sulyap 2.0 in Dubai this August

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable celebration of Filipino culture and heritage at Sulyap: Padayon sa kapuluan ng pangarap (Onward through the archipelago of dreams) on 31 August 2025 at the Theatre of Digital Art, Madinat Jumeirah.

Sulyap means a glance or glimpse. This year, it tells a story of Filipino identity across time and place.

In a small Dubai home, a grandmother’s lullaby sparks memories. As the family talks about the balangay, an ancient boat used by early Filipinos, their room transforms into a journey across islands filled with stories about hope, dreams, and community.

Through theatre, music, dance, and digital art, Sulyap 2.0 celebrates the roots and stories of the Filipino diaspora.

This year’s Sulyap showcases a captivating theatre performance by 63Kolektib, vibrant cultural dances by United Filipino Culture & Arts, soulful vocal performances from Dubai Vocal Ensemble, and stunning digital art by Baybayin script artist Gino Banola.

Tickets available at TODA: https://toda.ae/sulyap