Singkil

A royal dance that tells the story of a Maranao princess gracefully stepping between bamboo poles as her servants and warriors protect her. 👑  

From: Lanao del Sur, Mindanao

 Dance Type: Indigenous / Epic Story

Performed By: Maranao tribe

 Suggested Age: 8+

 Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced

Typical Music: Kulintang and agong ensemble

🎧 Listen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NR3HfbrjMWs

 Singkil is based on the Maranao epic Darangen. During an earthquake, a princess steps carefully between fallen trees (represented by bamboo poles). Her graceful movements symbolize dignity, and the prince’s entrance represents courage.

✨ Fun Fact: The princess often wears heavy golden accessories — symbolizing her royal status and grace!

Singkil (seeng-KEEL) – “to entangle the feet”   
Princess = Prinsesa (preen-SEH-sah)   
Dance = Sayaw (sah-YOW)