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Houston art event raises funds for FilAm Levi Ruivivar's Olympics bid

Fil-Am art and fashion patrons gather in Houston for an event to support the Paris Olympics bid of Texas gymnast Levi Ruivivar.

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<div><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/90vErv0h-J0?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> </div>It was a heartwarming story of art, culture, and charity from Houston.The &quot;Art for Art&quot; event, recently held at Lambert Hall, brought together the community for a night of music and fashion, all for a noble cause.It unfolded with elegance and style and showcased an impressive lineup of performers and designers.This was sponsored by University of Santo Tomas alumni in Texas, aimed at funding medical missions back in the Philippines.It was also to support Filipino-American Texas gymnast and Olympic bound-Levi Ruiviviar.The highlight of the evening was the fashion show featuring the creations of Hawaiian-based Filipino fashion designer Iris Viacrusis.He is known for his intricate historical designs and unique blend of traditional and contemporary styles.Viacrusis has also made a name for himself – recreating the historic royal attire of the Hawaiian monarchy on museum display at Iolani Palace in Honolulu.&quot;We have great hopes with regards to her (Ruivivar) winning the gold,&quot; said Viacrusis. &quot;Of course proud Pinoy, so that&#x27;s always been a great cause to be behind.&quot;The evening was filled with performances – from the singing of Vincent Evangelista, to the melodies of the Langham Creek Chamber Orchestra, each act adding a unique flavor to the event.A standout performance came from Evangelista and the Fil-Am Vocal Ensemble, who wowed the audience with a medley of Broadway hits.Their voices and stage presence brought the magic of Broadway to Houston.Evangelista, who is also the show’s director, said the event shows the community’s love for the arts.&quot;I love Houston and we have such an immense talent pool of people,&quot; he said. &quot;I just want to expose them to the public.&quot;Ruivivar recently qualified to represent the Philippines in the Paris Olympics. She said it is an honor to represent the country and show the world what Filipinos can do in sports.&quot;This is my first time doing any model or runway stuff,&quot; she said as she joined the event&#x27;s fashion show. &quot;It is absolutely stunning. I am so happy to be in traditional Filipino attire.&quot;Ruivivar’s father, Anthony said they are grateful for the support of the Filipino community.Anthony Ruivivar added that her long journey to the Olympics is a testament to her years of dedication and hard work.&quot;Early on in life she did what she wanted to do which was really something special, and on top of it she committed to it,&quot; Anthony said. &quot;She gave up play dates and typical elementary and high school to obtain the hours that she needs for gymnastics.&quot;As the night drew to a close, guests said &quot;Art for Art&quot; was more than just an event.For them – it was a celebration of culture, talent, and compassion that brought people together to support worthy causes.They added that its success is a reflection of the community&#x27;s generosity and passion for making a difference.

Fil-Am art and fashion patrons gather in Houston for an event to support the Paris Olympics bid of Texas gymnast Levi Ruivivar.

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Published Jun 03, 2024 05:22 PM PHT

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