From Bukidnon to Brisbane: How a migrant journey brought the ‘Bahala Na’ philosophy to dance

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Buddy Malbasias moved with his family from Bukidnon, Philippines, to Australia after his mother, a former nurse in London, secured a job in Brisbane. Credit: Georgia Haupt

At five, Buddy Malbasias moved with his family from Bukidnon, Philippines, after his mother, a former nurse in London, secured a job in Australia. Although his parents dreamed of him becoming a doctor, Buddy found his own path; today he dances and produces his own show.


KEY POINTS
  • Buddy's work is inspired by his Filipino culture, identity, and migration story.
  • He is gaining attention in the arts community through awards, collaborations, and his commitment to connecting with artists in the Philippines.
  • His recently concluded show Bahala /o brings to life the Filipino philosophy of bahala na, exploring its meaning through dance and storytelling.
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