“Kasing Sining is an impassioned and organically cultivated community theater collective, deeply rooted in a shared love for Bohol and the arts. Founded in 2013 under the visionary leadership of Lutgardo Luza Labad, this diverse ensemble is a tapestry of talents including actors, dancers, singers, educators, and other creative professionals, all united by a profound commitment to showcase and celebrate the rich tapestry of Boholano creativity. Drawing its name from the fusion of “kasingkasing,” the Visayan word for heart, and “sining,” the Tagalog term for art, Kasing Sining embodies “Art with a Heart,” a profound belief in artistic expression that serves a purpose beyond itself.”

For the first time since its founding, Kasing Sining held its first Strategic Planning Workshop to formally define its collective identity and vision, identify strategic directions, and structure its organisational systems and processes. Jean Celeste Paredes, along with Mary Therese Pepito and Russel Guatno, journeyed with Kasing Sining as facilitators.

Through a series of structure learning exercises, workshops, creative imagery activities, Kasing Sining was able to assemble its strategic plan and corresponding operational plans to support its long-term directions.

Kasing Sining founder Gardy Labad expressed her appreciation to the Step Up team for skillfully managing a group of artists and rallying them to the finish line – completing the output. The workshop was conducted on 27-28 January 2024 at the Balay Kahayag in Baclayon, Bohol.