Hiyas Kalilayan Cultural Group

08/09/2026

Maligayang kaarawan, Mark Andrew! 💚

08/09/2026

Maligayang kaarawan, Mark Andreo! 💚

30/08/2026

29/08/2026

sa Tagkawayan

25/08/2026

24/08/2026

𝗘𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗱𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗻
This is a very lively and gay dance found in Unisan, Quezon province (formerly Tayabas). During the old days, this dance was a favorite in social gatherings and was usually performed by young men and women who were students of private schools and colleges in Manila. The boys were called 'estudiantes' by the barrio folks and the girls, 'estudiantinas.' This dance was therefore named after the latter. It was usually performed to the accompaniment of a flute and a guitar.

Dance Researcher : Francisca Reyes Aquino National Artist for Dance
Place of Origin : Unisan, Quezon (formerly Tayabas)

CABECERA: CALILAYA, TAYABAS, LUCENATatlong Lunan, Isang Kasaysayan...

19/08/2026

Maligayang kaarawan, Sam!💚

18/08/2026

Mabuhay ka, aming mabunying cabecera!

𝐂𝐀𝐁𝐄𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐀
𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗮 • 𝗧𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗯𝗮𝘀 • 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮
𝘛𝘢𝘵𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘓𝘶𝘯𝘢𝘯, 𝘐𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘒𝘢𝘴𝘢𝘺𝘴𝘢𝘺𝘢𝘯

Throughout its history, the Province of Quezon has been shaped by three communities that successively served as its cabecera – the seat of governance and center of provincial life. From Calilaya, the earliest settlement of the province, to the historic and noble town of Tayabas; and ultimately to the progressive present-day City of Lucena, each community has played a vital role in shaping the province's political, social, and cultural identity.

Depicting a succession of provincial capitals, this repertoire tells the story of a shared heritage. Each dance embodies a distinct chapter in the history of Quezon, reflecting the customs, elegance, and social life of its people during different periods. Together, they reveal a continuous narrative of cultural exchange, resilience, and identity; one that has endured through generations and remains alive in the province's living traditions.

Featured at the Araw ni Quezon Celebration of the City Government of Lucena and in celebration of the anniversary of the Hiyas Kalilayan Cultural Group, this production affirms the organization's enduring commitment to the safeguarding, promotion, and transmission of Quezon's dance heritage. This repertoire stands as both a tribute to the province's past and a reaffirmation of the group's continuing mission to ensure that these traditions remain meaningful for future generations.

More than a seat of power that holds the administrative center of Quezon, the provincial capital also serves as a cultural meeting place where the traditions of its municipalities converge. Aptly titled CABECERA, the repertoire symbolizes this convergence, reminding audiences that while the seat of governance may have shifted through history, the heritage of the Quezonian remains one shared legacy.

16/08/2026

𝗟𝗨𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗔, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘊𝘢𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘢
As commerce flourished along Tayabas Bay, Lucena emerged as the province's new cabecera, ushering in a new chapter in Quezon's story. From a thriving port town to the seat of provincial governance, Lucena became a place where progress, leadership, and culture converged. Its elegant civic life and vibrant social traditions reflected the dynamism of a city that continues to serve as the heart of Quezon Province.

Through Lanceros de Lucena, we honor the grace and sophistication that flourished alongside Lucena's rise as the province's enduring capital.

CABECERA: Calilaya • Tayabas • Lucena
Tatlong Lunan, Isang Kasaysayan

Witness the complete story unfold on August 19, 2026.

15/08/2026

𝗧𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗦, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘢
For more than two centuries, Tayabas stood as the political, religious, and cultural heart of the province. Bestowed the title La Muy Noble Villa de Tayabas, the town flourished into a center of governance, artistry, and refinement, where music, dance, poetry, and grand civic traditions shaped the identity of generations of Quezonins.

Through Polka Tayabas, we celebrate an era defined by elegance, prosperity, and the enduring spirit of a town whose legacy continues to inspire Quezon's rich cultural heritage.

CABECERA: Calilaya • Tayabas • Lucena
Tatlong Lunan, Isang Kasaysayan