The Ballet Manila Archives is the repository of documents, print, photographic, audio and video materials and memorabilia relating to the history of Ballet Manila and the life and career of its founder, prima ballerina Lisa Macuja-Elizalde. This site is powered by Ms. Elizalde and Project Art, Inc.
In this clip, we look back on the successful debuts of Katherine and Abigail when both ballerinas performed their respective first full-length Swan Lake.
hirty young students – 21 girls and nine boys – have taken their first steps towards a possible career in dance.
Ballet Manila apprentice Shamira Drapete won the gold while Ballet Manila scholar Angelou Gamayon scored the silver in the Senior division of the Asian Grand Prix (AGP) Manila Regionals held over the weekend at Aliw Theater.
“What defies comprehension even more is that the frequency of the concerts in no way affected their quality, each being excellent in its distinctive fashion.”
This clip features some of the highlights from the 2003 world premiere of Ballet Manila’s Swan Lake.
Whatever you may call him – a clown, a jester or a harlequin – he’s the one who’s been injecting fun and humor in many a ballet scene.
Most people think of ballet as children in little tutus. They don't know it is sweat, blood, and tears as well!
“When you are a member of a touring company, you cannot afford to be a complainer.” How true.
Three Filipinina artists. Two nights. One show.
“And I’m very happy to be back with Ballet Manila!” exclaims the Japanese dancer.
Just a year after his comeback to Ballet Manila – preceded by three years of not dancing – Rafael Perez got a seal of approval that his return was worth it.
Celebrating its 30th year, Ballet Manila reaffirmed its reputation as the Philippines’ premiere classical company with its season-opener, Ballet Manila @30: The Pearl Gala.
“BM danced amidst a corps de ballet of frogs and bats, with the occasional guest appearances of a dog or cat.”
Lisa is proud that Ballet Manila has been the home of classics, continuing to present ballets created over a century ago.
