KALESA

ph: 859-240-3244

About Us

It is our mission to contribute to diversity in programming in the Greater Cincinnati metropolitan area and at the same time to nurture our heritage and share our culture through our Filipino or Filipino-inspired arts, especially music, which seems to be so deeply ingrained in our consciousness.

Our Business

We organize and produce events showcasing Filipino artists and/or artistry.

Who We Are

Our background, years of education and training did not lead us to this endeavor.  Our personalities and predilections do not go well in this business.  We are the least prepared individuals to go into this business, but here we are.  We are still struggling to keep afloat but with each stroke seems to come renewed strength and a clearer direction.

There is a dearth of Philippine art and entertainment productions in these areas unlike the big cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago and NYC because the Phil. communities' numbers here are not enough to support such undertakings.

What jumpstarted this project, albeit an act of foolish bravado, was the unwillingness to pass up an opportunity-  to experience  the music of our youth and our culture, a music that speaks to our soul, no less in that distinct familiar voice.  To share this with our children, our friends and our neighbors, is priceless.

The timing was apt for it was the year marking the centennial of Filipino migration to America and the US Congress had just passed a resolution recognizing the contributions of Filipino-Americans to our society.  A little limelight on the Filipino-American community presence in the area can be an eye-opener for many.

KALESA

ph: 859-240-3244