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The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.

Apr 24

Apr 24 Ballet Manila Moments: The wilis of Giselle

Ballet Manila Moments

The dramatic appearance and synchronized movements of the wilis — the spirits of young women who die before their wedding — make Giselle one of the most challenging ballets for the female corps.

Apr 23

Apr 23 Ballet Dictionary: Fifth Position

Fifth Position is one of the most difficult positions of the feet.

Apr 22

Apr 22 Hard work pays off for newly promoted soloist John Ralp Balagot

Interviews

John was obviously in shock when Ballet Manila co-artistic director Osias Barroso made the announcement on stage during curtain call.

Apr 21

Apr 21 Talk about dance: Lynda Barr

Any kind of dancing is better than no dancing at all.

Apr 18

Apr 18 Quarantine creativity: Abigail Oliveiro and Mark Sumaylo step into a collaborative pointe-shoe project

Mark and Abi work well together not just on stage but off it, complementing each other’s talents and abilities.

Apr 17

Apr 17 Quarantine creativity: On the move with Jessica Pearl Dames

Ballet Manila soloist Jessica Pearl Dames is not one to back down from a challenge – especially when it involves dance.

Apr 16

Apr 16 Ballet Dictionary: Ballerina

The term “Ballerina” was originally a title given to the principal female dancer of a ballet company.

Apr 15

Apr 15 Active indoors: Ballet Manila dancers find creative ways to stay fit in quarantine

Unable to come together, the dancers of Ballet Manila have devised their own workout plans to stay in shape despite the lockdown.

Apr 14

Apr 14 Talk about dance: Oprah Winfrey

Every day brings a chance for you to draw in a breath, kick off your shoes, and dance.

Apr 12

Apr 12 Quarantine creativity: A merry mix of movement, cooking and comedy from Geri Francisco

Ballet Manila principal dancer and resident choreographer Gerardo “Geri” Francisco is always on the go. Not even the enhanced community quarantine can keep him still.

Apr 11

Apr 11 Quarantine creativity: How making coffee became a lesson in videography for Sean Pelegrin

For Ballet Manila company artist Sean Pelegrin, having to stay indoors for hours on end has meant getting the chance to improve his skills in videography and photography – two hobbies that he wants to pursue more seriously.

Apr 10

Apr 10 Quarantine creativity: Eduardson Evangelio and his personal tribute to frontliners

Using his white Prisma colored pencils, he drew a health professional wearing a mask on a small sheet of black cartolina,

Apr 9

Apr 9 Ballet Dictionary: Grand Allegro

Grand Allegro refers to large expansive jumps.

Apr 8

Apr 8 Talk about dance: Jalaluddin Rumi

Dance when you’re broken open. Dance if you’ve torn the bandage off. Dance in the middle of the fighting. Dance in your blood. Dance when you’re perfectly free.

Apr 4

Apr 4 Ballet Dictionary: En Dedans

“En dedans” is a classical ballet term describing an “inward” direction.

Apr 3

Apr 3 After a rollercoaster season, Ballet Manila gears up for Year 25