Kapadpada is a riveting musical dance drama that draws inspiration from a historical narrative highlighting the emergence of unfavorable stereotypes about the Igorots and other indigenous Filipino communities. Despite enduring immense hardship, these groups displayed remarkable resilience and dignity. The narrative strives to deepen the understanding of the “Human Zoo ” phenomenon that occurred during the 1904 St. Louis, Missouri exposition and offers audiences a poignant exploration of how racism can perpetuate cultural misunderstandings and injustice for all.
The KAPADPADA show is connected to SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) because it aims to depict the mistreatment experienced by our ancestors and how it still relates to current issues. The show highlights historical injustices to make us think about their relevance today. It also aligns with CICM Advocacy – Justice, as it promotes societal fairness and equality. KAPADPADA encourages us to take action and work towards a more just and equal world.
