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.
The spotlight is on newly-promoted soloist Joshua Enciso for this episode of 20 Questions.
In 2010, Ballet Manila staged Giselle as part of Lisa Macuja-Elizalde’s 25th anniversary as a professional ballerina.
The presence of Hyuma Kiyosawa in Manila – though temporary – was immediately felt. His powerful yet refined dancing, along with his affable personality, made him an instant fan-favorite in the local dance community.
These are objects that can help depict the character’s world or help enhance a stage environment.
“I decided that my one activity would be ballet, and I’m very glad that it turned out to be something that I enjoy,” shares Akari.
In his welcome remarks, Ambassador Haneda congratulated Ballet Manila on the success of its recently concluded 23rd season, saying how fortunate he was to have watched the final show, Deux, and to have seen the five Japanese dancers perform in it.
Most people know Lisa Macuja-Elizalde as the prima ballerina. But for me she is, quite simply, “Mama.”
In their early teens when they first started learning ballet, brothers Emmerson and Eduardson Evangelio would encounter many hurdles that could have discouraged them from dancing.
Dancing with a company that subscribes to the Russian Vaganova training method, it is perhaps no surprise that Ballet Manila company artist Emma Harris points to Backstage at the Kirov as her film of choice.
To Piqué is to describe a movement where a transfer of weight occurs.
Second of a series: Inspired by the 10-year challenge, the Ballet Manila Archives searched for images featuring some of the company’s artists during their earlier dancing days and more recent ones showing what they look like today.
In this edition of 20 Questions, company artist John Ralp Balagot talks about his favorite food that he cooks himself.
On two moonlit nights in April 1996, Ballet Manila presented the world premiere of Osias Barroso’s historical dance-drama, Gabriela ng Vigan.
Since coaching and being an older brother to the others came naturally to him, the transition from danseur to a teacher was not so difficult for Robert.
The kilt is most commonly seen in the ballet La Sylphide, as worn by the character James.
In a society that worships love, freedom, and beauty, dance is sacred. It is a prayer for the future, a remembrance of the past and a joyful exclamation of thanks for the present.
Asked if they’re ready to work as soloists, the three admit that they are nervous of the pressures that come with the job; but really, more than anything, they are excited.
“Do your best; huwag kabahan; isipin n’yo ‘yung mga pina-practice n’yo, sayang! “
