Art on the Runway 2025 brought together young Filipino talents entering the creative industry. The event was held on June 1, 2025, at Ayala Malls Manila Bay.
Art on the Runway: Born to Shine gathered aspiring models, performers, and artists. The showcase focused on creativity, confidence, discipline, and self-expression.
The event gave participants a chance to perform before a live audience. It also gave them practical experience behind the scenes.
Guests watched runway presentations and performances throughout the program. Participants, meanwhile, learned about preparation, teamwork, and the demands of a live production.
A Supportive Platform for Art on the Runway 2025
Chezca Chavez organized the program with Coaches Joyce Azanza, Ryan Caraan, and Rodel Velasco of Chezca’s Talent.
The event provided a space where participants could develop their abilities under experienced mentors.
The young talents also gained exposure to different parts of the creative industry. These included rehearsals, stage presentations, teamwork, and live performance.
For some participants, the showcase also offered an early look at possible career paths. These may include fashion, television, advertising, entertainment, and digital media.
Discovering New Possibilities on the Runway
Art on the Runway 2025 welcomed more than 50 young participants from different backgrounds.
Each brought an individual personality and creative approach to the showcase. Many were entering a professional runway setting for the first time.
Despite their different levels of experience, they shared a common opportunity. They could learn, perform, and become more confident onstage.
Featured Participants
Among the featured participants were Chlouie Paclian, Noah Paclian Baker, Kyrie Martina Alejo, Deniz Angela Kilisli, Jia Gravilla, and Halleyah Mae Rackel Militar.
The roster also included Ramon Adrian Sison, Kate Angelyn Capistrano, Chantelle Princess Pasion, Paul Daniel Briones, Claudelle Cudal, and Jaslene Grey Layog.
Other participants were Alliah Alison Astrero, Alyssa Jane Li, Ricci Athena Junce Go (Ricci Go), and Keisha Loreine Morgadez.
Denise Irish Repulleza (Irish Repulleza), Micaela Pia Garcia, Aiden Nyle Castro Chavez, and Maria Letizia Silva (Zia Silva) also joined.
Marceus Vinson Lato, Krynzes Khiarah Hipolito, and Josh Andrei De Leon were also part of the showcase.
The participants reflected a wide range of personalities and creative interests. During rehearsals and the live show, they learned how to work within a larger production.
Celebrating the Next Wave of Creativity
Another group of young artists took part in the runway and performance segments.
They appeared before family members, mentors, media representatives, and invited guests. Their participation added different styles and personalities to the program.
Featured during this part of the showcase were Armhielle Fatima Alcalde, Calysta Sofia Vien Rapote, and Jasmine Celestine Cabreros.
Bobby “Robby” Laxamana Diesta Jr., Kate Cristine Carreon, Loraine Celia, and Zed Elizze Regates also participated.
James Ryan Monares, Juan Lucas Morales, Jacob Cawagdan, and Rayesha Ellize Peiris also joined the showcase.
Juel Mish Aparente and Jaodencio “Jao” Yago completed this group.
Rehearsals required the participants to listen closely to instructions. They also had to coordinate with others and adjust to a live presentation.
These experiences placed emphasis on preparation and teamwork. They also showed that performance involves more than what audiences see onstage.
Growth Beyond the Catwalk
The experience extended beyond the time participants spent on the runway.
Rehearsals, workshops, and preparations gave them opportunities to become more comfortable in front of an audience. They also learned how to work as part of a group.
Completing the roster were Jemuel Denver Frias, Rhiyanah Marie Duropan, Jacky Shahin, and Charles Martin Gonzales.
Riley Jabido, Caitlin Ann Villarin, and Vance Taiño were also part of the event.
Other participants included Rasil Josh Pabalan, Phrinz Velasco, Christine Advento Fernandez, and Juanne Byri Beloy Malamug.
Jiniah Maryae Manalang, Jefahlyne Cabildo Del Rosario, and Marga Alexa Ramirez also joined the showcase.
Experience levels varied across the group. Some were stepping onto a runway for the first time.
Others were continuing to build skills they had already started developing. Each participant had a role in the overall presentation.
Lessons Beyond the Stage
The showcase offered lessons beyond walking the runway or performing before an audience.
Preparing for a live event required punctuality, communication, and cooperation. Participants also had to respond to direction during rehearsals.
Those experiences gave the young talents a closer look at the work behind a finished presentation.
The Role of Mentorship in Shaping Young Talent
Mentorship was an important part of Art on the Runway 2025.
Rehearsals and coaching sessions allowed participants to practice and receive direction. They also became more familiar with live-event expectations.
Chezca Chavez led the program with Coaches Joyce Azanza, Ryan Caraan, and Rodel Velasco of Chezca’s Talent.
The young artists received guidance that extended beyond runway techniques.
Communication, teamwork, and respect for fellow performers were emphasized during preparation.
Participants were also encouraged to remain open to learning and improvement.
These lessons can be useful in several parts of the creative industry. They may apply to modeling, television, film, advertising, and digital media.
Art on the Runway 2025 Opens New Opportunities
Creative showcases can give young performers experience that practice alone cannot always provide.
Appearing before a live audience allows them to apply what they have learned. It also helps them understand the pace of an actual event.
For some participants, Art on the Runway 2025 became an early milestone in their creative journey.
Some may continue exploring fashion and modeling. Others may develop interests in acting, hosting, performance, or content creation.
Each participant will take a different path. Still, the event gave them a shared experience from which to build.
“Art on the Runway continues to create meaningful opportunities for young Filipino talents. Beyond the runway, it encourages confidence, discipline, creativity, and a genuine passion for the arts. We hope these experiences inspire every participant to keep learning, growing, and pursuing their dreams.”
The Lasting Impact of Art on the Runway 2025
More than a year after the June 2025 showcase, its significance can still be seen through the participants’ experiences.
They took part in rehearsals, prepared for a public presentation, and performed before an audience.
Those experiences gave them practical lessons that extended beyond the event itself.
The program also depended on support from families, mentors, organizers, production partners, and others behind the scenes.
Their involvement helped create an environment where the young artists could learn and perform.
Platforms for emerging talent remain part of the wider Philippine creative landscape.
Art on the Runway 2025 offered one such opportunity. It allowed young people to test their abilities and gain experience.
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Where the Experience Can Lead
The showcase ended on June 1, 2025. The experience, however, did not necessarily end when participants left the runway.
Skills developed during preparation can carry into future projects. These include confidence, communication, teamwork, and stage awareness.
Early experiences can also help young people understand which creative areas they want to explore.
A runway appearance may lead one participant toward modeling. Another may discover an interest in acting, hosting, or production.
There is no single path from an event such as Art on the Runway.
Its value lies in giving participants the chance to experience a professional setting. They can then decide where they want to go next.
Community Support Behind the Showcase
Parents, mentors, organizers, production partners, and supporters also formed part of the event.
Their involvement provided practical and personal support during rehearsals and preparations.
That support can be important for emerging talent. Young performers need opportunities to practice their skills.
They also benefit from guidance while learning how to work with others in a professional environment.
Art on the Runway 2025 brought those elements together in one live setting.
Beyond the Fashion Spotlight
Art on the Runway: Born to Shine combined fashion, performance, mentorship, and youth participation.
The runway provided the public face of the event. Much of the learning, however, happened during preparation.
Every participant arrived with a different level of experience. Each also had a different reason for taking part.
They shared the chance to perform, receive guidance, and work with others.
For young Filipino talents, experiences like these can provide a useful starting point.
A first runway appearance does not determine where a career will lead. It can, however, give a young artist confidence and practical experience.
About Art on the Runway
Art on the Runway: Born to Shine is a youth-centered fashion and talent showcase.
It features aspiring Filipino models, performers, and artists.
Through mentoring, rehearsals, and live runway presentations, participants gain experience in stage presentation and teamwork.
The program also emphasizes discipline and self-expression. It gives emerging talents an opportunity to develop their skills in a live event environment.
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