Parangal presents our upcoming production, Palin-awa, in collaboration with Jenny Bawer Young, Kalinga Culture Bearer.

Kalinga Palin-awa is a ritual that recalls one’s spirit back to the community, creating a spiritual balance when a person or community has experienced extreme joy or sadness.

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Honoring the Kalinga Tradition

Palin-awa will be the first stage production inspired by the ritual to premiere in the U.S., here in the San Francisco Bay Area!

In collaboration with the Bawer family in Lubuagan, Kalinga, and performed alongside Jenny Bawer Young, Kalinga Culture Bearer, the show will also premiere the new designs and patterns of Kalinga attires.

Part of an Evolving Project

Palin-awa is an ongoing performance project that will continue to grow through research and collaboration, leading toward a culminating stage production in 2028. Each phase of development brings new artistic work and deeper storytelling inspired by the Kalinga tradition.

Stay up to date with the latest announcements and project updates below.

April 2, 2026

Palin-awa Tickets Coming Soon!

Have you signed up yet? Be the first to access tickets! Don’t miss the premiere of “Palin-awa” created and performed with Kalinga culture bearer, Jenny Bawer Young.

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March 17, 2026

Parangal is proud to present our upcoming production, Palin-awa

Kalinga Palin-awa is a ritual that recalls one’s spirit to the community, creating a spiritual balance when a person or community has experienced extreme joy or sadness.