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.
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.
“My mom recommended that I take classes with Lisa Macuja Elizalde’s company, and though I was only a guest at her studio for two days, it made a big impact on my technique and dancing.”
We take a peek at those moments when instruments hit the right notes in Ballet Manila productions.
“It would not be surprising if Ballet Manila would soon be the Philippines' definitive classical dance company."“
In the thick of preparations for The Pearl Gala, the show that opens Ballet Manila's 30th anniversary in March, Lisa is in a nostalgic mood as she recalls moments shared with both men.
Ballet Manila celebrates a special milestone as a professional dance company with its performance season titled Ballet Manila @30.
“We’re only a month old, but what an exciting, fulfilling month it has been.”
“Looking back, yes, it took a lot of guts. We were the new ballet company going against two big ones."
