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 moment in between what you once were, and who you are now becoming, is where the dance of life really takes place.
On February 17, 1995, during Ballet Manila’s first performance as a company entitled Ballet Manila Dances!, Shaz also debuted as a professional choreographer with In Quest as his first offering.
We dance round in a ring and suppose, but the secret sits in the middle and knows.
Success comes not from a single winning moment but a series of victories, both big and small.
It describes the nuanced positioning of the arms, head and shoulders in relation to the lower body.
Finding the right partner is one of the most important, life-altering decisions that a ballet dancer will ever make in his or her professional career.
Dance music is an emotional journey. It's how well you can make people feel something that they haven't felt.
East Meets West featured a repertoire composed of the company’s international touring staples, with classical, neo-classical, modern, ethnic and even “pop” ballets comprising a diverse selection.
In this clip, Christine is joined by Ballet Manila principal dancers Gerardo Francisco Jr. and Mark Sumaylo, as well as former BM artists Rudy De Dios and Tiffany Chiang-Janolo.
The choreography is eight minutes long and offers an insight into Geri’s artistry, leading to that moment when the choreographer found his wings and took flight.
Costumes are used to enhance the scene or setting of a production.
Dance and sing to your music. Embrace your blessings. Make today worth remembering.
Carmen holds a special place in the proud history of Ballet Manila.
“Pinasayaw po nila ako. Pinakamalaking role ko po yung Sari’t Bahag. “
The main thing is dancing, and before it withers away from my body, I will keep dancing till the last moment, the last drop.
Lune, a piece about two similarly clad women attempting to assert their individuality but ending up doing the same thing, premiered in 2014 as performed by Sofia Sangco-Peralta and Naomi Jaena.
