Ace Philip Jose Galit or “Shadow Ace” started his journey in his hometown Calatagan, a town in Batangas province in the Philippines.
In a recent conversation, he shared how with no access to electricity, he used light and his shadow to become powerful voice. This became the shadow hand artist’s simple escape that eventually captivated audiences worldwide.
Galit finished at the top 10 of “America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League,” and also appeared in “Asia’s Got Talent,” as well as in the Philippine edition of the talent show competition.
His story of turning poverty into poetic expression has inspired others to see potential in the most unlikely places.
“It was really an amazing experience to be in AGT,” asked of how it felt like to perform on the global stage. “It is the best of the best and it is the biggest stage of talent worldwide. I [was] really honored to represent our country in this competition.”
Galit added: “It was a great platform to share my story to everyone.”
“Shadow Ace” found solace in his shadows not just in the absence of light, but also in the face of darkness from his past.
A victim of bullying in school, he turned to his own shadow for comfort and crafted powerful monologues that echoed his inner strength.
“When I was in high school I was bullied for having lots of acnes on my face and being really thin,” he shared. “There were lots of people noticing and bullying me in school. It was really hard for me. I found refuge in making hand shadow art.”
Galit shared that his hand shadow’s name Berto, helped him a lot in gaining confidence.
A few months ago, “Shadow Ace” was in Las Vegas where he was a resident performer in a renowned hotel and casino.
He was part of America’s Got Talent Showcase finalists who performed in the world’s entertainment capital.
“I am truly blessed to be a part of a show in Las Vegas and it is really an amazing experience,” he said. “I never thought in my life that I could be a performer there in Vegas. It’s so fun. There are a lot of people appreciating your craft and your talent.”
After a brief but captivating stint in Paris, he is now set to take the stage in West Virginia for his next show.
