Rebel colors

Rudy De Dios channels Ninoy Aquino in an all-white ensemble, similar to what the late senator wore when he returned to the Philippines from exile.

Katherine Barkman wears “Cory yellow,” the signature color of President Corazon Aquino.

Inang Bayan, represented by Lisa Macuja-Elizalde (dance) and Joanna Ampil (song), is appropriately swathed in the colors of the Philippine flag.

Since red is associated with Marcos' political party, Rogador uses it for the stylized barong worn by Gerardo Francisco who plays Ferdinand.

Tiffany Chiang-Janolo becomes Imelda in a terno-inspired dress in royal blue.

A take-off from the real-life “Blue Ladies” of the former First Lady, Rebel's Imelda clique is clad in shades of blue.

Cory's female supporters wear complementing colors of mustard, yellow and rust.

Blues and grays are the color choices for the loyalist Marcos men.

Muted hues for the Filipino everyman, Juan de la Cruz, played by Michael Divinagracia.

An array of white apparel reflects purity as the story of Rebel draws to a close.

Urban wear designer Jeffrey Rogador's creations is in the spotlight once more with Ballet Manila's restaging of Rebel. It opened the 21st season on August 19 with remaining performances from Aug. 27 to 28..

Known for his hip street wear collections, Rogador accepted the challenge to make dance clothes for this modern reboot of Spartacus which premiered last February. British choreographer Martin Lawrence's Rebel transplants the story to Manila, set against the backdrop of the EDSA People Power Revolution and using characters inspired by real-life personalities from that historic period.

Accordingly, Rogador used a palette that gives a distinct look and tone to the costumes worn not just by the lead dancers but by the supporting cast. Here's a rundown of his Rebel collection.

Photos by Ocs Alvarez