Asian Dolls Invade Guantanamo Bay

Another milestone has been achieved by 5 beautiful and talented ladies. Collectively known as the Asian Dolls ,they wowed a SRO audience at the U.S. Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba last Saturday, June 13. They are the first ever Asian group to have performed at Gitmo (as the locals would call it ).

The event was organized by the Filipino community of Gitmo in line with the celebration of Philippine Independence. These ladies captivated the audience including military servicemen and contract workers with their charismatic song and dance numbers. They showcased selected numbers from the Disco era to current chart toppers. These ladies exhibited different Asian cultural dances and to the crowds’ delight, even pulled out selected servicemen from the audience to dance with them. In between productions,they showed off their individual vocal prowess by belting out popular showtunes which, once again left the audience in awe. A poignant rendition of God Bless America was sung by the ladies as their finale.The audience were emotionally empowered.

The Asian Dolls are comprised of 5 Fil-American Ladies . Each “doll” represents their corresponding Asian country .Singer-Actress and Philippine Television host Miriam Pantig headlines the group. She is well-known by the Filipino-American Community as The Dynamic Diva. Sexy actress Patricia Javier , who represents the Philippines alternates Pantig as headliner. Shalimar Santiago, who represents China is a former Miss Teen Philippines titleholder. She has appeared in various musical comedies and stage shows. Noelle Bonus, who represents Korea is a ramp and print model. She has also opened up concerts for famous Filipino celebrities. Trisha Badong (Vietnam) is a nurse by profession. She is also schooled in the art of modern, ballroom, belly dancing, hosting, acting, singing and jazz. Sherly Silvia Santosa, a.k.a Sher (Japan) is a triple threat British Indonesian performer. Her top achievements include performing for Sharon Stone, the president of the United States and Senator Hillary Clinton.

The Asian Dolls were created by businessman Ben Ramos, who happens to be the owner of Edna’s Ichiban Library. He envisoned an all Asian “sing and dance” girl group to promote Asian culture and heritage with style,glamour and inventiveness. After months of auditions held in San Diego and the Bay Area, his vision had finally become a reality.The group’s director/choreographer is Carole Gatdula, a former VIP (Vilma In Person) dancer.

Their first concert was held in Cache Creek Casino’s Club 88 with Patricia Javier headlining the event. Like Gitmo, it was a huge success. Currently the Asian Dolls can be seen performing at Edna’s Ichiban Library on Tuesdays (Noelle) and Thursdays (Sher,Trisha and Shalimar).
By invitation and endorsements by Gitmo’s Station Commander , this talented ensemble is gearing up for another series of shows in different U.S. Bases all over the country and the world.
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