But that same day, it was announced that Broadway shows would be cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Macasaet told CBC's Weekend Morning Show host Nadia Kidwai on Saturday. "There are so many talented [Filipino] singers in Winnipeg, and we don't often get to see them onstage in theatre production or cabarets. So I wanted to create a special event where Filipinos can show off the talent that they carry." So Macasaet created Belt Fest, a musical showcase highlighting some of the city's top Filipino voices. "I'm excited for Broadway to open and [to] get back on there and really impact some lives because it was truly an experience like no other."

Source: CBC News August 22, 2020 20:37 UTC