Navigate a world filled with fantastical creatures and heartwarming camaraderie while uncovering the true meaning of identity and self-discovery in "The Great Filipino American ASWANG Pageant". This groundbreaking production defies expectations as it weaves together mythology, camp, and high-stakes pageantry with music and scandal! This unique production is a collaboration between playwright, Kat Stevens; creative lead, Philip Odango; and ROŪGE: Theater Reinvented

Kat Stevens is an educator, writer, and theater enthusiast local to the Tidewater area. Her co-hosted podcast "Keeping It Creepy with Cherry And Kat" recently launched its seventh season and focuses on horror from the perspective of women of color. She previously helped to develop "The ShoPowSho" which explores Filipino and Filipino American culture and industry. After nearly a decade of experience with high school theater and community event development, Kat is thrilled for the chance to work on this exciting tale of myth and legend grounded by the experience of what it means to be Filipino.  

Philip Odango is an award-winning designer, community builder and educator whose videos have amassed over 10 million streams on YouTube and has designed costumes for celebrities such as Mindy Kaling and Danny Trejo. Philip began cosplaying in 2004 and has since been an invited guest, presenter all over the world, using his platforms to help others in discovering their creative self-expression.  As a creative coach, Philip helps artists to uncover and understand what may be preventing them from making their most authentic work. He provides them with tools to understand their creative process more effectively so they can engage in their creative activities and develop a strong, sustainable and nurturing practice. Learn more about Philip at canvascosplay.com

Age Recommendation: The Great Filipino American Aswang Pageant is best enjoyed by audiences 10 and older, who will get the most from the story and themes. Younger audiences under 10 are still welcome and will find the production comfortable and engaging.