Ballet Manila Archives

Jul 10

Jul 10 ‘Giselle’ comes home to Aliw Theater

In this video, we revisit Ballet Manila’s last performance of Giselle at the CCP in 2019 with principal dancers Abigail Oliveiro and Mark Sumaylo debuting as Giselle and Albrecht

Jul 6

Jul 6 This Month in BM History: July 2015

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This Month In BM History

In 2015, Ballet Manila decided to gather a slate of productions based on literary gems to make up its 20th performance season which was aptly dubbed “From Page to Stage.”

Jul 4

Jul 4 Ballet scholar Germaine Dawal on how setbacks turned him into a better dancer

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Interviews

Turning 17 just last June 30, this dancer has come quite a long way since he first unexpectedly entered the world of ballet several years ago.

Jul 1

Jul 1 Talk About Dance: Carine Roitfeld

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Talk About Dance

I love ballet because you can see how beautiful the body is.

Jun 28

Jun 28 Ballet Manila all set for ‘Giselle’

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News

Ballet Manila is all set to bring back the classic Giselle as the third offering of its 26th performance season dubbed Ballet Masterpieces.

Jun 27

Jun 27 Ballet Manila in Full Color: Eye-catching orange

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Features

Ballet Manila is striking in orange.

Jun 25

Jun 25 In Their Own Words: Judith Po on how to manage stress

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In Their Own Words

“I try not to keep it in too long.”

Jun 23

Jun 23 Teenage ballerina Ainslea Esplana moves to the Philippines to pursue her childhood dream

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Interviews

Ballet Manila apprentice Ainslea Esplana says that at age nine, she already knew she wanted ballet to be her career.

Jun 21

Jun 21 This Month in BM History: June 2012

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This Month In BM History

Seeking only to bring the best in dance to the Philippines, Ballet Manila and Manila Broadcasting Company presented World Stars of Ballet on June 8 and 9, 2012 at Aliw Theater.

Jun 18

Jun 18 Ballet Manila brings ‘Greatest Hits’ to Malaysia in September

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News

Ballet Manila’s Greatest Hits in Malaysia will be held at the Stage 1 Theatre of the Petaling Jaya Performing Arts Centre in Selangor, Malaysia on September 6, 8:30 p.m.; September 7, 3 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.; and September 8, 3 p.m.

Jun 16

Jun 16 Father knows best

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Features

We celebrate this day dedicated to paternal figures who show love to their families by providing guidance, support and care with this feature on fathers who have graced the Ballet Manila stage.

Jun 12

Jun 12 Talk About Dance: Melissa Hayden

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Talk About Dance

Learning to walk sets you free. Learning to dance gives you the greatest freedom of all: to express with your whole self, the person you are.

Jun 11

Jun 11 Ballet Manila scholar sweeps awards at International Ballet Grand Prix

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News

Ballet Manila scholar Germaine Dawal scored the first prize in both Ballet and Contemporary in the Senior 15-17 years old category of the International Ballet Grand Prix (IBGP) Philippines 2024, scooping medals and scholarships in the process.

Jun 9

Jun 9 In Their Own Words: Jasmine Pia Dames on being honest about your limitations with the director

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In Their Own Words

“At the end of the day, mas gusto niyo na ’yun ang mare-remember ng audience, ’yung secure kayo at hindi ’yung nalaglag.”

Jun 7

Jun 7 Talk About Dance: Jillian Vanstone

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Talk About Dance

It’s those small moments on stage that are really special.

Jun 4

Jun 4 In Their Own Words: Shaira Comeros on dancing with her partner in real life

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In Their Own Words

“Nag-set kami ng rule na pag may kailangan ka, sabihin mo. Communication is key.”

Jun 2

Jun 2 Fan-fare at the ballet

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Features

As this year’s sweltering summer draws to a close, we celebrate the fan and take a breezy look at the varied forms and functions this implement has taken in Ballet Manila’s productions.

May 31

May 31 This Month in BM History: May 2005

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This Month In BM History

With the company headed for the United States anew for a performance tour and some of its dancers participating in an international competition, Ballet Manila Goes International on May 14 and 15 in 2005 served as a fitting send-off and on-stage preparation.