Ballet Manila Archives

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.

May 4 Talk about dance: Mikhail Baryshnikov

Ballet Manila Archives

Talk About Dance

I do not try to dance better than anyone else. I only try to dance better than myself.

Apr 8

Apr 8 Talk about dance: Misty Copeland

Ballet Manila Archives

Talk About Dance

I think most people don't really understand all that it takes to stand on your toes, and to be able to jump and land without any noise, or for a male dancer to be able to lift a girl.