The Bayanihan Arts and Events Center was proud to present the UP Concert Chorus in Tampa, Florida on July 8, 2016 as they presented “Chorus and Laughter” with premier Filipino comedienne, Nanette Inventor.

The University of the Philippines Concert Chorus, also known as “Korus”, was on a tour of the Americas (US, Canada, Colombia and Ecuador). The UP Concert Chorus was conducted by Jai Sabas Aracama. During the week’s stay in Tampa, the group also performed at Disney Springs in Orlando. They also sang at the masses at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in West Tampa and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Ybor City.

Nanette Inventor, who is a UP Concert Chorus alumnus herself, is a singer, actress and comedienne.  From chorus member to professional back-up singer in “The Filipina”, she also established herself as a radio and television commercial artist and eventually became popular as “Doña Maria Leonila Evaporada Casinday Viuda de Ford” otherwise known as “Doña Buding”.

Having Nanette Inventor and the UP Concert Chorus in Tampa was a project of the Philippine Cultural Foundation’s “Visiting Artist Series” which featured exceptional artists from all around the world . This presentation was attended by more than three hundred and fifty guests which was easily accommodated by the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center’s ample space. The repertoire composed of choreographed Philippine folk and popular songs and American tunes. Nanette Inventor also presented a 45-minute stand up comedy solo.

The concert setup at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center composed of a mid-sized stage but the whole dance floor was also utilized by the performers. The audience area wrapped around the dance floor area for a more intimate connection between the performers and the audience.

The Bayanihan Arts and Events Center is located at 14301 Nine Eagles Drive, Tampa, FL 33626. For more information about concerts, events, hall setups, and venue settings at the the Center, please contact us at (813) 925-1232.

Nothing beats this setup for an event hall in Tampa with a classy old rose theme! This setup at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center was for a wedding reception in June of 2012.

The old rose theme is make use old rose table linens accented with brass and gold chiavari chairs, candle and plate holders. The theme is also accented with flower center pieces with the same color scheme. The overall color palette is complemented by the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center’s draped walls with LED lighting. Lighting is also enhanced with the hall’s four large capiz chandeliers imported all the way from the Philippines. The overall effect of the hall setup makes for a very classy event hall in Tampa indeed!

The Bayanihan Arts and Events Center, owned and operated by Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc., is centrally located in the Tampa Bay Area. Built in 2001, the Center is being used by the Foundation’s cultural events and functions. If you need more information about the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center and the Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc., visit us at 14301 Nine Eagles Drive, give us a call at (813) 925-1232 or visit us online at www.bayanihanartscenter.org. The Center is open from Tuesday to Saturday stating at 10:00 in the morning.

Theme design by Arlene Floral and Event Design
Photos by Nhick Ramiro Pacis

A wedding reception in Tampa using red and gray theme only at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center! The design has added fun with the use of heart-shaped elements in the table setup which has red and pink rose accents over gray table covers. The hall lighting hue is predominantly red making way for a wedding reception in Tampa that is love-filled indeed!

The Bayanihan Arts and Events Center, owned and operated by Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc., is centrally located in the Tampa Bay Area. Built in 2001, the Center is being used by the Foundation’s cultural events and functions. If you need more information about the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center and the Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc., visit us at 14301 Nine Eagles Drive, give us a call at (813) 925-1232 or visit us online at www.bayanihanartscenter.org. The Center is open from Tuesday to Saturday stating at 10:00 in the morning.

Theme design by Arlene Floral and Event Design
Photos by Nhick Ramiro Pacis

Sampaguita Ball 2012 hall setup at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center as event venue in Tampa, Florida. Sampaguita Ball is an annual charity ball of the Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc. accommodating 450 guests in a dinner setup with ample dance floor space and wide stage for cultural performances and live band.

The Bayanihan Arts and Events Center

The Bayanihan Arts and Events Center  is owned and operated by the Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc. It is also used for the Foundation’s other cultural events such as concerts, meetings, classes, presentations, parties and other fundraising events. Built in the early 200’s, BAEC remains a premiere event facility in Tampa, particularly in the Westchase neighborhood.

Centerpiece and hall decorations by Arlyn Floral Arranger
Lighting design by Matt Everman of Encore Lighting
Catering by Hao Wah Catering
Live band music by Rhythm-n-Motion Band
Photos by Nhick Ramiro Pacis

Blue and yellow theme hall setup at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center as a wedding and reception venue in Tampa . Blue hues are used on table and chair covers with splashes of yellow roses.

Photos by Nhick Ramiro Pacis

The following gallery presents a black and red themed hall setup at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center especially designed for a wedding ceremony and reception in Tampa, Florida. This venue setup also showcases columns topped with red rose balls as decorative accents.

Photos by Nhick Ramiro Pacis

With the proper lighting hues, a Purple and Celedon combination was achieved at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center making for a perfect wedding reception hall in Tampa.

Reception Hall in Tampa: Purple Celedon Hall Setup at the BAEC

Hall design by Arlyn Floral Arranger
Lighting design by Matt Everman of Encore Lighting
Photos by Nhick Ramiro Pacis

Here is a sample of an Arabian Nights hall setup at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center used as a banquet hall in Tampa, Florida. This is marked with elaborate table settings by Arlyn Tolentino and dramatic lighting by Matt Everman.

Arabian Nights Theme Credits:

Hall design by Arlyn Floral Arranger
Lighting by Matt Everman of Encore Lighting
Photos by Nhick Ramiro Pacis